Whether passing out apologies or declining an invitation, a French-inspired Je Regrette card is the proper way to do so. Each blank card is printed on 100% recycled paper and is part of the Underdog Collection, which gives back to Animal Rescue of New Orleans. The GOOD Shop, 1114 Josephine St., 504-784-0900, goodsthatmatter.com.
When jotting down a list of things to fetch at the market or daily reminders, do so on a notepad that gives a whimsical nod to the classic cocktail, an Old Fashioned. The libation-themed pad has 100 sheets of paper and comes 4″ x 9″ in size. Scriptura, 5423 Magazine St., 504-897-1555, scriptura.com.
Practice your penmanship with a Pineider Avatar UR Fountain Pen in an angel pink hue. Made of a mother of pearl resin compound developed in Florence, the chic writing instrument is a giftable classic. Papier Plume, 842 Royal St., 504-988-7265, papierplume.com.
Lovely up your envelopes with a petite package of flowering tree Southern Magnolia stamps. Categorized as vintage, these unused, mint United States postage stamps at 32¢ each are valid for current use for postage. etsy.com/shop/heritageposthouse
A set of hand-made, paper-wrapped wooden pencils from Creative Co-Op makes a pretty addition to your desk. The textured marble sheen paper and pops of gold accents give artsy flair and instantly sharpen up your space. Little Miss Muffin, 766 Harrison Ave., 504-482-8200, shoplittlemissmuffin.com.
For moments that require a hand-written message, keep a collection of Into the Woods boxed notes on hand. The designs range from regal animals, delicate flowers and honeybees and hearken to fall in the English countryside and summers in Provence. The set is meticulously engraved in gold on pistachio stock with matching envelopes. Alexa Pulitzer, shop.alexapulitzer.com.
