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SproutWorld has sold more than 65 million pencils,
which each grow a tree, herb, vegetable, flower or fruit
when planted. Photos courtesy of SproutWorld.
PENCIL POWER
SproutWorld's journey began in Cambridge,
Massachusetts, in 2013. A group of students at the
Massachusetts Institute of Technology created
the idea for a plantable pencil with a seed capsule
that could be placed in the soil after use. After
Stausholm discovered the pencil on Kickstarter's
crowdfunding platform, he purchased the patent
and global rights.
Demand is on an upswing. The pencils are crafted
from sustainable harvested wood, natural graphite
and clay. After being planted (capsule side down),
the seeds will sprout into trees, herbs, vegetables,
flowers or fruits.
Bestsellers in the collection include the original edition
pencil packs; Happy Bee edition ($12 retail); and new Earth
editions ($20 retail). The suggested retails range from $12
to $20.
PAPER, PLEASE!
Libby Hampel, founder and designer of MASU - a paper
goods company in Columbia, Missouri - reiterates the
power of sustainable items. Before launching MASU, she
considered the impact her actions would have on other
people and the planet.
Curious and resourceful, Hampel knew she could create
goods that were eco-friendly and ethically made. " I'm
always aiming for that sweet spot of looks, feels and does
good, " she said.
For this artistic entrepreneur, necessity sparked her
invention. Hampel struggled to find stylish wrapping
paper that was fully made of recycled goods, recyclable
and made in America - so she launched her own
collection in fall 2021. In February 2023, she added
greeting cards adorned with the same playful, bold
designs that embellished the giftwrap.
The paper used for wrapping is premium-coated,
100% recycled and made in America. It dons a velvety
smooth finish on both sides.
MASU's paper goods are printed on an HP Indigo Press,
which produces superior color quality, is ideal for small
runs and enables the printing of a variety of designs
without additional setup costs for each, Hampel said.
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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Spring 2024

TOC 1
TOC 2
Contributors
From the Editor
Showcase
Trend Report
Museums & More
Product Spotlights
Stationery Lookbook
Retailer Profile: Océanne
Display Inspiration: Dynamic Displays
Radiance, Redefined
Harvest & Halloween
Green-Living Essentials
Game-Changers
Spotlight Awards Voices
Retail Operations: Live Selling
Event Calendar
Industry & Trade Show News
Ad Index
Meet the Maker: Sara Fitzgerald O’Brien, Sara Fitz
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