Rhody Girl Line List
Rhody Girl Rep is owned and operated by a proud Rhode Islander, and our offerings reflect that pride. You will see a few trends as you look through our product lines, such as an eco-friendly approach to business and who we deal with, and a love for original local art and photography, as well as unique items of unsurpassed quality.
Contact April at (401) 864-1061 or rhodygirlrep@gmail.com to carry any of these lines in your store.
Contact April at (401) 864-1061 or rhodygirlrep@gmail.com to carry any of these lines in your store.
1. Calypso Cards
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Perhaps the most well known line in Rhody Girl Rep's stable of offerings, Providence RI based Calypso Cards is an established publisher and distributor of distinctive contemporary greeting cards that ring true to Calypso's tagline: "Giving voice and style to everyone's desire to connect."
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2. Blu Ink Press
Blu Ink Press prides themselves upon a strict adherence to the use of vegetable based inks and certified wind power in the production of their USA made cards and magnets. Care for the environment is a theme that you will continue to see as you browse our list of manufacturers. Blu Ink Press is also a good choice because they feature designs from Stephanie Izzo.
3. The Borealis Press
Maine-based Borealis Press is as funny, true, and as green as it gets. All Borealis Press products are USA made with recycled, acid-free chlorine-free paper, printed with vegetable-based inks, using 100% wind generated power. The safe press wash is used to eliminate the most toxic part of printing.
4. Felix Doolittle
Felix Doolittle is a stationery company specializing in creating personalized papers and gifts based on artist Felix Fu’s charming watercolor illustrations. Founded in 2003 by Felix and his wife, photographer Loren Sklar, Felix Doolittle strives to elevate the very human art of writing. Felix’s watercolors are joyful—each piece is a miniature work of art.
5. Legami
A division of Pictura, Legami's mission is clearly defined:
"LEGAMI® is an idea that flashed into being On 29th April 2003. Inspired by a journey and by a dream. Our resources are our imagination, Our drive and spirit of sacrifice. We are young and we are curious. And we believe in what we are doing. Any difficulties just make us more determined to get there." (from Legami website 2019)
To define Legami...even more clearly...they make some pretty original gifts and packaging that can take your client's special events to new heights. We especially like their map print wine bags (for travel and tourism events), and their wine bottle party poppers which come in a convenient point of purchase display. We think of great prices, low minimums, and fresh party ideas when we think of Legami.
"LEGAMI® is an idea that flashed into being On 29th April 2003. Inspired by a journey and by a dream. Our resources are our imagination, Our drive and spirit of sacrifice. We are young and we are curious. And we believe in what we are doing. Any difficulties just make us more determined to get there." (from Legami website 2019)
To define Legami...even more clearly...they make some pretty original gifts and packaging that can take your client's special events to new heights. We especially like their map print wine bags (for travel and tourism events), and their wine bottle party poppers which come in a convenient point of purchase display. We think of great prices, low minimums, and fresh party ideas when we think of Legami.
6. From Me to You
A supplier of greeting cards, notebooks and note pads, From Me To You is a brand with a ton of heart, and they are proud to show it every day. A portion of every card purchased goes directly to the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation to help in their quest to fund scientific research to alleviate suffering caused by mental illness.
7. Iconic Quilling
The brainchild of Aaron Furuseth & Anh Nguyen, ICONIC QUILLING was created in late 2013 as a project for the couple that showcases both Anh's Vietnamese heritage and the couples love for the outdoors. What started as a small idea has now spawned into an iconic brand known for quality and craftsmanship. These unique, Hand-made products are more than just cards, they are works of art. Their earrings are really cool too.
8. Jenny Did It
Jenny Did It is celebrating their 10th year in business! With more than 325 cards across 30 categories, you're sure to find note cards which are tailor-made for your customers. All are designed and produced with sustainable methods in the USA. And, don't forget Jenny Did It's magnets, mini-mirrors, gift enclosures, journals, and art prints!
9. Jillson Roberts
Jillson & Roberts has the most beautiful and complete collection of gift packaging created from recycled or FSC certified managed forest materials in the industry; designs consumers have shown they prefer by making Jillson & Roberts retailers the place they shop for their gift packaging and mailer needs.
10. Pictura
Founded in Sweden in 1969, Pictura has over 35 years of experience in the greeting card industry. Pictura launches over 600 new designs each year, with styles ranging from the elegant to the hilarious.
11. Lori Portka
Asheville, North Carolina based Lori Portka offers her own artistic creations upon greeting cards, canvas prints, tea towels, and most interestingly, cloth blessing banners. Lori Portka's personal outlook is present in every piece of art that she creates, and her personal mission and business slogan are one in the same: "Spreading Happiness Through Art".
12. Masha D'yans
In 2002, artist Masha D’yans started a greeting card line to feature her watercolor works. Inspired by nature, fairy tales, Japan, and her refusal to grow up, these cards quickly caught the attention of taste-makers like Barneys NY and Louis Boston. Today, her cards, products and picture books are found in shops around the United States and abroad. With contributions from Masha’s rebel artist & fashion designer mom, Masha D’yans Design offers sendable art and more for playful free-thinkers.
13. MIXT Studio
Founded in 2012, MIXT breathes new life into paper and gift goods. There’s a creative spirit and love of the environment that infuses everything the Hermosa Beach CA studio produces. Whether it’s MIXT founder Marcie Carson's passion to discover new things or their eclectic approach, the resulting aesthetic is a inspired mix of color, pattern and message.
14. Nelson Line
Nelson Line is a wholesale producer and distributor of beautiful imported paper goods including cards, books, gift wrap, calendars, journals, notepads, and more.
15. New York Puzzle Company
There's nothing like getting home from a long day at work and sitting down to a nice puzzle. Your customers will quickly become addicted to the New York Puzzle Company's selections, because there is something for everyone! With puzzles featuring such themes as past covers of The New Yorker magazine, Harry Potter scenes, and even pictures of birds from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, there will certainly be hours of excitement for the recipients of these great gifts, whatever their passion!
16. Nick Mayer Art
Whether you're searching for prints, cards, apparel, posters, or other art media, Nick Mayer is considered by many to be one of the top outdoor sporting art providers in the world. His representations of various species of fish and other aquatic wildlife are second to none, and in our opinion should hold a unique place in every gift shop as they attract a different clientele and are highly likely to "hook" a sale.
17. Notes and Queries
Notes and Queries sells fine imported greeting cards, stationary, gifts (planners, calendars, etc.), gift wrap, and bags. We especially enjoy their 3D pop up greeting cards.
18. Obvious Branding
Do you need to provide CUSTOMIZED gifts to a large audience? Obvious Branding should be your first choice for all of your special event, employee incentive, and corporate gifting needs. These moguls of the promotional products and branding industry carry the finest in writing instruments, drinkware, apparel, tech gifts, and even custom food gifts.
19. Palm Press
Palm Press is a fine art photographic atelier offering a full range of services for the image-based artist. With more than 40 years experience collaborating with thousands of artists, we take pride in our craftsmanship and use the best materials available to create the ideal solution with our clients. It's so hard to find a good atelier these days, and Palm Press fills that need.
20. Red Oak Letterpress
Smart, funny, and beautiful letterpress cards for life’s celebrations. Conceived and printed in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania. If you dig a bit into Red Oak's website, you will find some funny "resist" themed political cards such as a card with a bandage that says "hope was my preexisting condition" and other cards with similar snarky commentary.
21. Rigel Stuhmiller
According to Rigel: "I try to capture the beauty, curiosity, and wonder I see in the world. In addition to doing freelance custom work for many museum stores, non-profits, farms, and food/gift companies, Stuhmiller also carries a line of stationery, gifts and home goods that can be found online and in over 500 museums, botanic gardens, and boutiques across the country. A healthy community is important to Stuhmiller. 5 cents of every item sold is donated to the Alameda County Community Food Bank, which serves 1 in 5 people in the county.
22. Shawn Braley
Shawn Braley's site claims that he provides "exquisitely delightful cards for any occasion", and Rhody Girl would be inclined to agree. Braley's style of art is refreshing and whimsical. Our favorite card from Braley's collection is featured on his main page: a black lab rushing to snatch hot dogs and burgers off of a picnic table.
23. Stephanie Izzo
When not designing cards for Blu Ink Press, Stephanie Izzo is working on her collection of scenic photography and Rhode Island postcards. Izzo also has a coffee table book featuring, in her own words, "ocean sights and city lights". If you appreciate Rhode Island photography, or photography in general, then you need to take a look at RI through the eyes of the this gifted photographer and designer.
24. Stonehenge Designs
Headquartered in a beautifully maintained Victorian home in Portland Oregon, Stonehenge designs offers a wide range of greeting cards for every occasion. Some of their standouts include the 'Cecily!' by Celia Allison line, 'Painted Moments' by Deborah DeWit, and our personal favorite, the 'Sugar' series which features lovable senior dogs having fun.
25. Sun Day Greetings
Sun Day greetings is the creation of husband and wife team Alan and Brenda Kellman. Sun Day's designs are bright and friendly, and focus on some of our favorite things, such as food, classic cars, and animals. Sun Day has a great variety and could be that "anchor" greeting card line that you've been seeking.
26. Yoreganics
Yoreganics checks every box necessary to be considered one of our all time favorite lines. Yoreganics is based in Rhode Island and carries a growing selection of eco-friendly organic skin care and body cleansers, as well as pet, people, and environmentally friendly household cleaning products. Try their stain remover!
27. Zippernut Press
If you're looking for wacky, wild, and zany ideas, Zippernut Press should be on your short list of lines to consider. Zippernut press has an ever-expanding line of cards, notebooks, buttons, and magnets that help you really express your inner smart aleck. As if that wasn't cool enough, Zippernut also has a heart as big as their...brains. For every sale of their Cancer Sucks! line of products, Zippernut Press™ makes a donation to benefit cancer research. With any luck, the donation generated from your purchase will be the drop in the bucket that finally cures cancer.
28. Frank Galasso
You simply cannot have a conversation about artists from Rhode Island without mentioning Frank Galasso. Galasso's artistic style is instantly recognizable upon his series of mugs and prints. Galasso is known throughout the world for his sports cartoons, but also has a great series of Rhode Island lighthouses that would surely be a hot seller in any coastal RI gift shop.
29. My Little Town
My Little Town's slogan is "We Bring Memories to Life". Their line of ornaments and gifts does exactly that, with such cool keepsakes as the original Benny's truck (a RI institution), a Narragansett beer ornament, and an ornament representing the original sign for Matunuck's famous Ocean Mist. My Little Town also has a line of ornaments featuring the signs from the entrances of some of Rhode Island's most prestigious learning institutions.
30. Orla Soy Candles
If you're like us, you're probably thinking "FINALLY, a Rhode Island company that focuses solely on the production and sale of soy candles." And let us tell you, Orla Soy Candles really delivers in terms of both quality and creativity. Orla makes eco-friendly natural soy wax candles from U.S. grown soy beans, an earth friendly renewable resource. They are free of petrochemicals, phthalates and additives. Orla Soy clean burning candles have 100% cotton wicks combined with the natural soy, carefully selected premium scents & essential oils, so they smell better than most! Each candle is handmade and hand poured with care.
31. The Card Bureau
The Card Bureau takes a different and intimate approach to their card and gift development, offering items that can be considered reverent with a touch of humor, and a heavy focus on the female owned company's believes on social justice with the occasional nod to their personal heroes.
32. Grillies
Grillies are all about having a fun and distinctive way to put your passion, pride and personality up front while on the road. No more having to share space on the back of your car with traditional bumper stickers and magnetic cut-outs. Grillies honor the style and creativity of yesteryear’s hood ornaments but with a modern spin giving you the chance to showcase your passion and make a statement, right up front! Personalizing your car and getting that custom look has never been so easy and so fun!
33. YANA You Are Not Alone
YANA is a social movement with the goal of eliminating loneliness through the expression of compassion, connection, and caring to those facing life's challenges and celebrating life's successes. With every use of a YANA gift, the recipient is warmly reminded that you care with these four words, You Are Not Alone. Look to YANA for great quality shirts, hats, jewelry and more with their inspirational logo and message.
34. Party Partners
Much like our friends over at Legami, Party Partners is a division of Pictura. That, however, is where the similarities end, as the Party Partners line brings their own distinctive whimsical style to serving your wholesale party supply needs. Whimsical is a word that we've used a few times already on this site, but we feel that it is completely necessary in this case because Party Partners bestows upon us not one, but multiple unicorn related items in their line. Their unicorn headbands, banners, and unicorn shaped plates are without question the nicest unicorn party items we've seen, and that's just getting started. Party Partners ALSO provides unicorn pinatas and candles. The point that we're trying to make is, if you are having a unicorn party you wouldn't even need to look anywhere else for your supplies, and Party Partners can help you in such a way when dealing with many different categories, not just unicorns.