• A vintage-style hair color palette card from Paris Esthetique, displayed on a rustic wooden surface. The card features illustrations of various hair dye bottles, color swatches, and a row of black applicator brushes on the right side.
  • A matchbox-style product featuring a printed illustration of 'The Wave' from Katsuichi Ogata's Great Wave off Kanagawa. The left side shows the illustrated front with the text 'THE WAVE LUXURY MATCHES,' and the right side reveals a row of black matches with white tips inside a dark box, set on a wooden surface.
  • A decorative matchbox labeled 'THE SUNFLOWER MATCHES' sits on a wooden surface. The front cover features a large sunflower illustration on a light blue-green background with red, yellow, and navy accents.
  • A vintage-style matchbox labeled 'SAFETY MATCHES' with a lemon illustration and text including 'Lemon Brand Quality' and 'Made in Japan,' shown open on a wooden surface with orange, red, yellow, and white matches visible inside.
  • A vintage-style matchbox labeled 'CUPID SAFETY MATCHES MADE WITH LOVE' in blue and white, with orange-red matches visible in the drawer, placed on a wooden surface.
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Archivist Luxury Matches (XL)

Archivist Luxury Matches (XL)

$99.95 AUD
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I still remember finding these.

Back in 2023, while wandering the cobbled streets of Haworth in Yorkshire, I ducked into the sweetest little homewares shop. Sitting on a shelf was a beautifully illustrated box of matches with a Cockrel on the front.

I remember thinking, one day I'd love to have these on my own shelves.

Now they're here.

Made by Archivist in the UK, these aren't just a box of matches. They're the kind of everyday item that feels a little bit special. Beautiful enough to leave beside your favourite candle, practical enough to use every day, & just the right amount of quirky.

One thing I love most is that the designs are always changing. I'll be bringing in different illustrations throughout the year, & because they're sourced from the UK, I don't always get the chance to restock every design. So if one catches your eye, don't think about it for too long, it may not make its way back to my shelves.

They're one of my favourite little gifts to pair with a candle, or to give on their own to someone who appreciates beautiful things.

Beautifully illustrated by Archivist UK

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Archivist Luxury Matches with vintage style sardine can design

Archivist

Archivist, founded in 1998 by husband and wife team William and Sarah, began its journey in the archives of the Natural History Museum. Over 20 years later, our family has grown to include our daughter, Madeleine, and our first non-family team member, Katie. We’re passionate about the art of gift-giving, blending beauty, William’s wit, and just a hint of whimsy.

With Britain’s largest Letterpress printing facility at our fingertips, we continue to create exquisite British Letterpress Cards, Prints, and luxury matches. Our commitment to 'conscious giving' means we value both craftsmanship and integrity, spreading joy and a sprinkle of wonder into an increasingly hectic world.

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