Sometimes, when giving someone a card, you just want to send a simple message, whether it be “I like you and naps.” or “I miss you like I miss Obama.” No extra flowers, birds, or decision fatigue-inducing graphics. Just some bold, red text on a blank, white background. The cards, as well as the more recent addition of tote bags and baby onesies, at Sad Shop do exactly this or, as designer and owner Katie Davis puts it, helps weirdos say “I love you.” Although the cards themselves are simple, the method of making them is actually quite revolutionary, as the cards and their packaging are almost 100 percent recycled and recyclable. They are also printed locally right here in Seattle on environmentally responsible machines that produce almost zero-waste. When asked what their next steps are, Davis told us excitedly that they are about to shift from using partially recycled plastic card packaging to totally compostable packaging made from wood pulp. You can find these sassy prints in many bookshops all around town, many of which have online stores, including the Elliot Bay Book Company and Phinney Books, as well as on the Sad Shop online store. The Seattle Made Youth Board is honored to be able to continue to highlight the Seattle Made members that are still working to take sustainable practices and design to the next level during these times of adversity.