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Starthistle & Quartz

Starthistle & Quartz invites you into a world of whimsical elegance with artwork and paper goods that honor beauty, wonder, and the magic of everyday life. Through soft color palettes, celestial charm, and nature-inspired designs, we create pieces that spark imagination, encourage reflection, and add a touch of enchantment to your space and your soul.

🦊 Moonrise Menagerie Chapter 3 is live!
each month in 2026 I’m mailing a new chapter of #moonrisemenagerie
✨ a 4x6 postcard + a 2” sticker
✨ a gentle message to support you through the month

Joined by March 31 to get chapter 3 in your

Super excited to share this one for #vintagebookweek26! Alice has always been a favorite of mine. Fun fact: I played Alice in my high school’s production of Alice in Wonderland. I also performed in a ballet version where I played the Queen of H

“I Am A Bunny” for #vintagebookweek26 I struggled with this one a little. My own nature style with animals tends slightly towards realism and wanted this to have more of a #kidlit feel like the original. I still like my original design s

#vintagebookweek26 book 2- “Fun to Cook Book”. I had such a hard time figuring out how I want the title to look. I love how much fun she is having! ❤️

Thank you to the fabulous hosts:
@valeriaillustrates
@moniquedong
@elizabeth.leyk.il

I loved the sketchbook version of #bongo so much I decided to create the digital version. It’s been a delight to work on #vintagebookweek26 and remake these classics in my own style. 💖
Thank you again to the hosts:
@geeksarecool
@artoflaurie

My reimagining of #bongo for #vintagebookweek26 I haven’t been able to get to the digital version yet, but I love this sketchbook version create with acrylic gouache and watercolor pencil.

Thank you to the hosts:
@geeksarecool
@artoflaurieb

My submission for @golden.coil design contest! These moths are one of my favorite motifs I’ve created and the.#pistachio color is having a moment in my mind. Thank you @golden.coil for this opportunity,I love all the beautiful designs I see com