NarrativeForth
Wax Seals + Journals | For the sentimental minimalist
Announcement
Welcome to Narrative Forth! I create handmade wax seals for wedding invitations, seating charts, event save the dates, personal stationery, gift wrapping, birth announcements and more! Each seal is stamped with care using the highest quality matte or metallic wax and finished with a double sided self-adhesive sticker for easy application to your project.
After spending 10+ years as a wedding and event designer, I understand the power of beautiful, luxury details in design, and I am honored to be a part of your custom project coming to life. It means the world to me that you've stopped by my shop, and it's totally true that I do a happy dance each time my phone dings with a new order. Thank you for your support of this small business dream!
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Reviews
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Kory on Apr 4, 2024
5 out of 5 starsThese were so cute and the perfect detailing for our invitations. They looked so elegant and were done very well. Seller communicated very quickly and really helped me out after running into issues with a different seller on Etsy. Would highly recommend purchasing from this shop! She used to be a wedding planner so she understands the market and also gave me some great pointers when I asked what her thoughts were on the color combinations we went with.
Sara responded on Apr 11, 2024
Thank you for your order and positive review, Kori! I’m so happy you were pleased so the your seals and it was a pleasure working with you!
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Kaitlyn on Mar 30, 2024
5 out of 5 starsShe was so nice and super quick! These are so perfect. I am so excited to use them for our wedding seating chart! They are all super consistent and all look good, color is great and initial is perfect. Love love! Shipped SO quickly.
Sara responded on Mar 30, 2024
Thank you Kaitlyn! I appreciate your positive review and business. I am so happy you like your deals and congratulations to you on your upcoming wedding!!
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aelnagger on Jan 24, 2024
5 out of 5 starsI'm so glad to find an 8 C's of Self sticker that I can put around as a way of reminding myself. Thank you for making these, they are wonderful!
Sara responded on Jan 24, 2024
I’m so happy to hear this! thank you for your purchase and positive review. Enjoy your sticker 😊
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rjaramie2003 on Dec 16, 2023
5 out of 5 starsI used these for my save the dates and now I am so excited to use them for my wedding invitations!!!
Sara responded on Dec 16, 2023
Thank you so much for the positive review!! I’m so happy these were the perfect touch for your wedding papers, and I appreciate your business!! Enjoy this special time!! ♥️
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Sign in with Apple user on Dec 7, 2023
5 out of 5 starsFirst of all, the customer service is amazing! As for the journal, I could not have imagined better. The quality, the paper, the inspirational ideas and guide at the front, are all something to be seen in person. Photos do not do it justice. An heirloom to be cherished and handed down!
Sara responded on Dec 7, 2023
Thank you so much!! I’m so glad you love your journal, and I hope it is something you cherish for many years to come ♥️♥️
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Kristin on Apr 2, 2024
5 out of 5 starsThese are exactly as I wanted for my wedding invites! They arrived on time. The hand written note and extras were a great touch! Thank you Sara!!!!
Sara responded on Apr 3, 2024
Thank you Kristin! I’m so happy you love these and congratulations on your wedding!
About NarrativeForth
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I work from my home studio, a converted walk-in closet! This is also where I spend time studying for graduate school. -
I find the process of creating wax seals rhythmic and relaxing. Usually I'll create will listening to a book or podcast. -
I can't forget to mention my shop hands - my three boys! We drop off orders at the post office every day before school! -
I'm Sara - Wax seal maker, wife, mother, graduate student. In my free time you can find me reading or hiking. -
Your wax seal orders mean the world to me! Thank you for supporting my small business.
The Narrative Forth Story
Shop members
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Sara Brown
Owner, Designer
Hi! I'm Sara. My heart & personal touch is infused into every single aspect of my shop - from the concept to the design, to the marketing and bookkeeping. I even pack all of the boxes with my own two hands! Thank you for your support!
Production partners
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Professional Printer
NY, United States
This printer takes our artwork, which was lovingly designed in the Rocky Mountains, and brings it to life through a professional printing process
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A print shop
Shenzhen, China
Our printer takes the artwork that was lovingly designed by us in the Rocky Mountains, and brings it to life in an heirloom quality journal. The journal features a luxe cloth cover, 16 pages of Entry Inspiration and 100 open-ended entry spreads.
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Cancellations: not accepted
Please contact the seller if you have any problems with your order.
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Sizing details
WAX SEAL SIZING
Finished standard sized wax seals measure approximately 1-1.25" in diameter. Finished mini wax seals measure approximately .5-.75" in diameter.
JOURNAL SIZING
226 pages, 8.5 inches x 8.5 inches, 2.5 pounds
Wholesale availability
Please inquire for wholesale opportunities, sara@narrativeforth.com.
Gift wrapping and packaging
Wax seals arrive in sealed, clear cello bags.
Journals arrive wrapped in a thoughtfully designed belly band that includes a short description of the journal's concept and the story behind it. Journals are shipped in a white mailing box with decorative packaging.
This makes it perfect for gifting to a new mom or at a baby shower!
How and when do we use these Journals?
Simply, anytime you’d naturally write or make a card, use these Journals Instead. Over time, your Journals will hold years of cherished memories in one place.
The Journals are available in three versions:
1. Dear Mom Journals – to a mom from her child(ren). Use this Journal on occasions like Mother’s Day, Mom’s Birthday, Valentine’s Day, Just Because and more.
2. Dear Dad Journals – to a dad from his child(ren). Use this Journal on occasions like Father’s Day, Dad’s Birthday, Valentine’s Day, Just Because and more.
3. Dear Love Journals – a Journal for couples to exchange cards and letters. Use this Journal on occasions like your Anniversaries, Birthdays, Milestones, When Times Get Hard and more.
Are the journals hard to use?
No! In fact, Narrative Forth Journals were created to make your life easier:
No more re-inventing the wheel for each birthday, Mother's/Father’s Day, anniversary or special occasion.
No more remembering to purchase greeting cards on your next Target run.
No more figuring out where to stash cards from past celebrations.
What is the journal's Entry Inspiration?
Entry Inspiration was designed to spark creativity and help make your entries as meaningful as possible. The inspiration is a mix of quotes, reflections, wishes and prompts sorted into categories:
Dear Mom Journal
BY AGE | Baby, Toddler, Preschooler, Grade Schooler, Teenager & Grown Child
BY OCCASION | Mother's Day, Birthday, Valentine's Day, Milestones & Just Because
Dear Dad Journal
BY AGE | Baby, Toddler, Preschooler, Grade Schooler, Teenager & Grown Child
BY OCCASION | Father’s Day, Birthday, Valentine's Day, Milestones & Just Because
Dear Love Journal
BY OCCASION | Our Birthdays, Our Anniversaries, Valentine’s Day, Our Milestones, Grief, Loss & When Hard Times Come & Just Because
What do the inside pages of the Journals look like?
The majority of pages in each Journal (100) are Entry Spreads. These are open ended pages with a place to fill in the details like the occasion and who the Entry is from. Entry Spreads in Dear Mom and Dear Dad Journals are blank, giving the child flexibility to make a drawing, paste in a photo or write a note. Entry Spreads in Dear Love are dot lined, giving you the flexibility to write a letter or paste in photos, etc.
Also inside each Journal you'll find Entry Inspiration pages to help spark creativity and make Entries as meaningful as possible.
All pages are on thick white paper with a simple and classic design.
Are the journals religious, or do they have religious references?
We believe that these Journals are a special family tradition that celebrate bonds like motherhood, fatherhood and partnerships. We acknowledge that spiritual beliefs play a role in many of these relationships, so we’ve included “Religious and Cultural Celebrations” as an Entry Inspiration section. The Entry Inspiration included in this section is general to accommodate any set of beliefs and backgrounds. Outside of this section, you won’t find additional religious references.