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Handcrafted in the UK We breathe life into forgotten paper Original Papers • Folded Creations • Preserved Stories Century-old ephemera — vintage maps, original sheet music, antique books — rescued, hand-folded, and framed. Built to last. Designed to make you smile and bring the memory to life again.

Our Three Pillars

• •Originality — Every piece begins with an original paper. Not a reproduction. Not a print. Something that existed in the world before we touched it.
• •Transformation — Some papers are given a new life through folding. Hand-crafted paper engineering that creates something entirely new from something entirely original.
• •Preservation — Some stories deserve to be remembered. Original papers selected and framed so their history and context can continue to be appreciated.

Who We Are

We don't just frame paper, we turn it into art. Most framers frame artwork. We do something different. We take original vintage papers — genuine documents, not reproductions — and transform them from flat, fragile two-dimensional objects into three-dimensional works of art with depth, presence, and personality. We've been working with folded paper for over ten years. The conservation framing is more recent — a natural extension of the same process, now backed by proper conservation techniques: acid-free materials, UV protection, adhesive-free encapsulation where the paper demands it. The result is something that makes people stop and look. That makes them smile. That helps them reconnect with that moment. From document to artwork. From forgotten to celebrated. From flat surface to visual depth. That's the transformation — and it's what we do.

Featured Collection

• •WWII Aviation Chart — Spitfire & Hurricane: Original 1940s aviation technical chart featuring the Supermarine Spitfire IX and Tropical Hurricane IIc. Hand-framed in solid hardwood with white mount.
• •Handmade Hardwood Frames — Work in Progress: Every frame is hand-cut and finished in our workshop. Solid hardwood, built to last a lifetime.
• •Vintage Monopoly Cards & Notes
• •Victorian Banking Cheques
• •Victorian Auction Broadsheets
• •Victorian Illustrated Papers

Bespoke Commissions

Your paper. Your memory. Your artwork. Have something tucked away in a box — a grandfather's WWII aviation chart, a mother's favourite musical score, a map of a place that means everything to someone? It's sitting there degrading. Acid migration, fibre breakdown, light damage. Time is working against it. We can virtually stop that process — and turn it into something that makes people smile every time they walk past it. Not a reproduction. Not a print. The original document, transformed into a three-dimensional work of art built to last another century.

Our Preservation Promise

• •Conservation Approaches — Acid-free mounts, UV-filtering glass, adhesive-free Mylar/polyester film encapsulation. A chemical engineering background means we understand exactly what degrades paper — and how to stop it.
• •Ten Years of Iteration — We've been working with folded paper for over a decade. Every fold geometry, adhesive formulation, and layering sequence has been tested. A learning process of trial-and-error and not guesswork.
• •The Smile Is the Measure — All of it — the chemistry, the craft, the ten years of trial and error — exists for one moment: when someone sees the piece and it takes them straight back to that moment. That's the only measure of success.

Customer Testimonials

• •"Got the parcel today, so pleased with it, you have done a lovely job. Thank you very much." — TSB
• •"It's absolutely fab! **** is thrilled and has spent ages looking at it and identifying the characters and generally appreciating the work that has gone into it. Thank you again." — SB
• •"Arrived today – perfect and beautiful." — RC
• •"Looks fantastic!" — KH
• •"I've just received my beautiful rose… it's even better than I thought it would be! Perfect." — LMS
• •"Thank you so much. It looks amazing… I really appreciate the work you have put into it." — GR
• •"That looks fantastic and many thanks." — LJ
• •"We are absolutely delighted with the maps, they look amazing… we were also pleased to see the card with the explanation on and the map covers, they are a very nice touch… our relatives will love the maps as they are so personal and special to their story. Your service has been 5 star." — SM

Call to Action

Find the piece that makes you smile — or commission one. Browse the collection of original transformed papers, or get in touch to discuss turning something of yours into a three-dimensional work of art. Call us on 07887 428355

Who We Are

We don't just frame paper. We turn it into art. Pixies & Sprites was born from a fascination with the stories hidden inside old paper. We search for original vintage papers — maps, sheet music, illustrations, documents, ephemera — that might otherwise be forgotten, and we transform them through bespoke handcrafted framing and dimensional design into unique works of art. Our process goes beyond traditional framing. By introducing depth, layering, and carefully crafted presentation, we create pieces that feel alive — turning two-dimensional paper into three-dimensional storytelling. Not reproductions. Not prints. The original document, elevated. We've been working with folded paper for over ten years. The conservation framing is more recent — a growth area, and a natural extension of the same obsession. The goal is always the same: make something that stops a person in their tracks, makes them smile, and takes them straight back to a treasured memory.

Where Craft Meets Conservation

For more than ten years, we have worked with original newspapers, books, maps, magazines, advertisements and printed ephemera from across the decades. What began as a passion for paper folding and paper art gradually evolved into a wider appreciation for the stories, history and craftsmanship contained within the original papers themselves. As we worked with increasingly fragile and historic materials, understanding how paper ages and deteriorates became just as important as understanding how to fold or frame it. A background in chemical engineering provided a valuable foundation, helping us develop methods and techniques that respect the original material while supporting its long-term preservation. The current process is the result of that iteration — a documented protocol, not a recipe passed down by feel. Conservation framing is now a growth area for us, and the chemistry underpins all of it. Today, every piece we create is guided by the same philosophy: honour the paper, preserve its story, and create something meaningful from it.

Preserved Stories

When the paper itself is the artwork. Not every paper becomes a folded artwork. Over the years we have collected thousands of original newspapers, magazines, books, maps, advertisements and printed documents. Some are too delicate to transform. Others contain illustrations, articles, advertisements and moments in history that would lose their meaning if folded. For these pieces, preservation becomes more important than transformation. We carefully select original papers that capture a particular moment, event, idea or story and present them in a way that allows their history and significance to be appreciated and remembered. These pieces preserve more than paper. They preserve the people, places, products, ideas and events that once captured the imagination of their age — not simply framed documents, but genuine windows into another time.

The Journey

A Fascination with Paper What began as a love of paper folding, origami and paper art more than ten years ago gradually became a fascination with the original papers themselves. Newspapers, books, maps, illustrations and advertisements all carried stories that deserved to be preserved as well as transformed. Learning Through Experience Working with historic papers quickly revealed that every sheet is different. Some papers fold beautifully, while others are fragile, acidic or vulnerable to damage. Understanding how materials age and interact became just as important as artistic design, leading to years of research, experimentation and refinement. Where We Are Today Today, Pixies & Sprites combines creativity, conservation and craftsmanship. Some papers are transformed into folded artworks. Others are preserved in their original form as Preserved Stories. In every case, our aim is the same: to honour the paper and ensure its story can continue to be enjoyed for years to come.

How We Work

• •Original Papers — Every piece begins with an original paper. We seek out newspapers, books, maps, illustrations, advertisements and printed ephemera that capture moments in history, culture and everyday life. We never use reproductions or modern reprints.
• •Transformation — Some papers are given a new life through folding, layering and paper engineering. The challenge is always to respect the original material while creating something entirely new.
• •Preservation — Some papers are simply too important, too fragile or too complete to transform. These become our Preserved Stories — original documents selected for the history, context and memories they contain.
• •Presentation — Whether using carefully selected ready-made frames or bespoke handcrafted conservation framing, our goal is always the same: to present each piece in a way that complements both the paper and the story it tells.
• •Memory & Nostalgia — At the heart of every piece is a simple aim: to create a moment of recognition. A favourite book, a forgotten advertisement, a childhood memory, a place once visited, or a piece of history that still resonates today.

Call to Action

Have something worth keeping? A piece of sheet music. An old map. A book with handwriting in the margins. If it triggers a memory — or could trigger one for someone you love — there's probably something we can do with it. Every commission starts with a conversation about the material and what you want people to feel when they see it.

We Work With Original Papers

Not reproductions. Not prints. Not modern copies. Every piece we make begins with an original document — a genuine newspaper, book, magazine, map, illustration or piece of printed ephemera. When you buy from us, you are buying something that existed in the world before we touched it. Something with its own history, its own age, its own story. The foxing on the page, the slight yellowing of the paper, the ink that has faded a little over decades or centuries — these are not flaws. They are the proof. They are what makes each piece unique and irreplaceable. We will never use reproductions. Not because we couldn't — they would be cheaper, easier and more consistent. But because they would be dishonest. The whole point is the original.

Two Paths: Transformation

Some papers are given a new life. Through folding, layering and paper engineering, we transform original documents into three-dimensional artworks — pieces that are entirely new, yet made entirely from something old. The challenge is always to respect the original material while creating something that stands on its own. A sheet of music becomes a sculptural form. A map becomes a composition. A book page becomes part of something that could not have existed without it. These are our folded and layered artworks — made to order or available as exact pieces where a specific original has been used.

Two Paths: Preservation

Some papers are simply too important, too complete or too fragile to transform. For these, preservation becomes more important than transformation. We carefully select original documents that capture a particular moment, event, idea or story, and present them in a way that allows their history and significance to be appreciated and remembered. A wartime report. An engineering illustration. A Victorian advertisement. A forgotten piece of social history. These become our Preserved Stories — original papers framed and presented as they are, so their story can continue to be told. We never alter, cut or modify these pieces. The paper remains exactly what it is. Our role is simply to ensure it is seen.

Handmade, Not Mass-Produced

Every piece is made by hand, one at a time, in our workshop in Norfolk. We do not have a production line. We do not outsource. This means each piece takes time. It means we cannot always guarantee exact replicas of pieces you have seen. It means that if you order something similar to a piece in our gallery, it will be similar — but not identical. We think that is a feature, not a problem.

Sustainability and Provenance

Using original vintage and antique papers is, in itself, an act of sustainability. We are not consuming new resources. We are extending the life of things that already exist. We source our papers carefully and responsibly. We do not buy from sources we cannot verify. We do not knowingly purchase materials that have been removed from archives, libraries or collections without proper authority. When we are unsure about provenance, we do not buy.

Made in Norfolk

We are a small business, based in a cottage in the Norfolk countryside. We are not a brand. We are not a concept. We are people who love old things and believe that making something by hand, with care and attention, is worth doing. We hope that comes through in every piece we make.

A Note on Bespoke Work

Much of what we do is bespoke — made specifically for one person, to mark one moment. A wedding anniversary. A retirement. A birthday. A loss. When someone trusts us with a commission, they are trusting us with something that matters to them. We do not take that lightly. We will always tell you honestly if we cannot do what you are asking, or if we think a different approach would serve you better.

Get in Touch

We'd love to hear from you — whether you have a question about a piece, want to discuss a commission, or just want to know more about what we do.

Contact Details

• •Telephone: 07887 428355
• •Email: [email protected]
• •Facebook: facebook.com/PixiesandSprites
• •Instagram: @pixies_and_sprites
• •Address: Vine Cottage, Welborne, Dereham, Norfolk NR20 3LD
• •Company No. 09788736

What to Expect

We are a small independent business and you will always be speaking directly to the people who make the artwork. We aim to respond to all enquiries within one working day.

Upcoming Events

• •6 June 2026 — Cornucopia at Kimberley Hall (Fair) Kimberley Hall, Wymondham, Norfolk
• •7 June 2026 — Holt Sunday Market (Market) Holt, Norfolk
• •13 June 2026 — Black Barn Farmer's Market (Market) Black Barn, Norfolk
• •14 June 2026 — Craft & Flea (Fair) Norwich Halls, Norfolk
• •21 June 2026 — Black Dog Brocante (Fair) Creake Abbey, North Creake, Norfolk
• •24 June 2026 — Royal Norfolk Show (Show) Norfolk Showground, Norwich
• •5 July 2026 — Holt Sunday Market (Market) Holt, Norfolk
• •12 July 2026 — Fair Green Brocante (Fair) Fair Green, Diss, Norfolk
• •19 July 2026 — Coastal Dog Day (Fair) Creake Abbey, North Creake, Norfolk
• •26 July 2026 — Bylaugh Hall (Fair) Bylaugh Hall, Dereham, Norfolk
• •1 August 2026 — Deben Events, Suffolk Food Hall (Fair) Suffolk Food Hall, Wherstead, Suffolk
• •4 August 2026 — Wells Craft & Food Festival (Festival) The Buttlands, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk
• •9 August 2026 — Little Vintage Lover Fair (Fair) Heydon, Norfolk
• •15 August 2026 — Burnham Market Craft Fair (Fair) Burnham Market, Norfolk
• •23 August 2026 — Black Dog Brocante (Fair) Woolverston Hall, Ipswich, Suffolk
• •29 August 2026 — Creake Abbey Gift Fair (Fair) Creake Abbey, North Creake, Norfolk
• •31 August 2026 — Aylsham Show (Show) Blickling Hall, Aylsham, Norfolk
• •5 September 2026 — Deben Events, Suffolk Food Hall (Fair) Suffolk Food Hall, Wherstead, Suffolk
• •13 September 2026 — Helmingham Hall (Fair) Helmingham Hall, Stowmarket, Suffolk
• •24 October 2026 — Deben Events, Suffolk Food Hall (Fair) Suffolk Food Hall, Wherstead, Suffolk
• •13 November 2026 — Norfolk Festive Gift & Food Show (Show) Norfolk Showground, Norwich
• •21 November 2026 — Creake Abbey Gift Fair (Fair) Creake Abbey, North Creake, Norfolk
• •28 November 2026 — Wolterton Hall (Fair) Wolterton Hall, Norfolk

Past Events

• •14 March 2026 — Black Barn Farmer's Market (Market) Black Barn, Norfolk
• •28 March 2026 — The Burnham Markets (Market) Burnham Market, Norfolk
• •29 March 2026 — Craft & Flea (Fair) Norwich Halls, Norfolk
• •5 April 2026 — Holt Sunday Market (Market) Holt, Norfolk
• •11 April 2026 — Creake Abbey Gift Fair (Fair) Creake Abbey, North Creake, Norfolk
• •25 April 2026 — Deben Events, Suffolk Food Hall (Fair) Suffolk Food Hall, Wherstead, Suffolk
• •3 May 2026 — Holt Sunday Market (Market) Holt, Norfolk
• •9 May 2026 — Black Barn Farmer's Market (Market) Black Barn, Norfolk
• •17 May 2026 — Black Dog Brocante (Fair) Culford School, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
• •24 May 2026 — Helmingham Hall (Fair) Helmingham Hall, Stowmarket, Suffolk
• •31 May 2026 — Black Dog Brocante (Fair) Dunston Hall, Norwich, Norfolk

About Us

Pixies & Sprites is a company registered in England and Wales. Company registration number: 09788736. Registered address: Vine Cottage, Welborne, Dereham, Norfolk NR20 3LD. Email: [email protected]. Telephone: 07887 428355.

These Terms

These terms and conditions apply to all purchases made through our website and at events and fairs. By placing an order with us, you agree to be bound by these terms. Please read them carefully before ordering. We reserve the right to update these terms at any time. The terms in force at the time of your order will apply to that order.

Our Products

All our products are handmade using original vintage and antique papers, maps, sheet music, books and ephemera. Because of the nature of the materials, each piece is unique. Pixies & Sprites offers three types of artwork: • One-Off Artwork – the customer receives the exact piece shown in the listing. • Made-to-Order Artwork – photographs may be representative examples. Each piece is individually handcrafted using original materials and will vary naturally from the example shown whilst remaining faithful to the design, theme and description. • Commission Artwork – created specifically for a customer following consultation and agreement.

Placing an Order

• •By placing an order, you are making an offer to purchase the item(s) at the price shown.
• •We will send you an order confirmation by email. This is not acceptance of your order — it is confirmation that we have received it.
• •Acceptance of your order takes place when we dispatch the item and send you a dispatch confirmation.
• •We reserve the right to refuse or cancel any order if an item has been sold at an event, if there is a pricing error, or if we are unable to fulfil the order for any reason.

Prices and Payment

• •All prices are shown in pounds sterling.
• •Prices include VAT where applicable.
• •We accept payment by major credit and debit cards and other methods shown at checkout.
• •Payment is taken at the time of ordering.
• •We use secure payment processing. We do not store your card details.

Intellectual Property

All content on our website, including photographs, text and design, is our intellectual property or used with permission. You may not reproduce, copy or distribute any content without our written permission.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the law of England and Wales. Any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

How We Pack Your Artwork

Every Pixies & Sprites piece is individually handcrafted and many incorporate original papers that may be difficult or impossible to replace if damaged. We therefore take great care when packaging artwork for transit. Framed pieces are carefully protected using archival-safe materials, corner protection and robust outer packaging appropriate to the size and nature of the piece. If your artwork arrives damaged, please retain all packaging, take photographs of both the packaging and the artwork, and contact us as soon as possible.

Dispatch Times

• •One-Off Artwork — normally dispatched within 4–5 working days of payment being received.
• •Made-to-Order Artwork — approximately 5–10 working days before dispatch, although completion times may vary depending upon materials, workload and the nature of the piece.
• •Commissioned Artwork — completion times will be agreed with the customer before work begins.

UK Delivery

Most UK deliveries are sent using tracked services provided by Royal Mail or a suitable courier. • Standard Delivery: approximately 2–5 working days • Express Delivery (where available): approximately 1–2 working days

International Delivery

We are happy to ship to many international destinations. • Europe: approximately 7–14 working days • Rest of World: approximately 10–21 working days Customers are responsible for any customs duties, taxes, import charges or other fees imposed by their country.

Need Help?

Email: [email protected] Telephone: 07887 428355 Pixies & Sprites is a small independent business, and you will always be speaking directly to the people who create the artwork.

Your Right to Cancel

Under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013, you have the right to cancel your order within 14 days of receiving it, without giving a reason. This applies to standard items only. To exercise your right to cancel, please contact us at [email protected] within 14 days of receiving your order. You then have a further 14 days to return the item to us.

Bespoke and Personalised Items

Bespoke commissions and personalised pieces are made specifically for you and cannot be returned or refunded unless they are faulty or not as described. This is in accordance with the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013.

Damaged or Faulty Items

• •Photograph the damage and the packaging immediately.
• •Contact us at [email protected] within 48 hours of receipt.
• •We will arrange a replacement or full refund, including return postage costs.
• •Please do not dispose of the packaging until the matter is resolved.

How to Return an Item

• •Contact us at [email protected] to notify us of your return.
• •Pack the item securely in its original packaging where possible.
• •Use a tracked and insured postal service.
• •Return postage costs are the responsibility of the buyer, except in cases of damage or fault.
• •Send returns to: Pixies & Sprites, Vine Cottage, Welborne, Dereham, Norfolk NR20 3LD.

Refunds

Once we have received and inspected the returned item, we will process your refund within 5 working days. Refunds are made to the original payment method.

What Is a Commission?

A commission is a bespoke, made-to-order piece created specifically for you. This might involve using paper or documents you supply, sourcing specific vintage materials on your behalf, or creating a piece to a particular size, colour scheme or theme. Every commission is unique.

The Commission Process

• •Initial enquiry: Contact us at [email protected] or via the contact form to discuss your ideas. There is no obligation at this stage.
• •Quotation: We will provide a written quotation by email, including the price, estimated timescale, and a description of the proposed piece.
• •Acceptance and deposit: To proceed, you confirm acceptance of the quotation in writing and pay a non-refundable deposit of 50% of the agreed price.
• •Production: We make your piece. We may send you progress photographs at key stages.
• •Approval: Before dispatch, we will send you photographs of the completed piece for your approval.
• •Balance and dispatch: Once you have approved the piece, the balance is due. We dispatch within 2 working days of receiving final payment.

Pricing and Payment

• •All prices are quoted in pounds sterling and include VAT where applicable.
• •A non-refundable deposit of 50% is required to begin work.
• •The balance is due on approval of the completed piece, before dispatch.
• •If you cancel a commission after work has begun, the deposit is non-refundable.

Cancellation

You may cancel a commission at any time before work begins, in which case your deposit will be refunded in full. Once work has begun, the deposit is non-refundable. Bespoke commissions are excluded from the standard 14-day right to cancel under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013.

Intellectual Property

We retain the right to photograph completed commissions for use in our portfolio, website and social media, unless you specifically request otherwise at the time of ordering.

Who We Are

Pixies & Sprites is a company registered in England and Wales (company number 09788736), based at Vine Cottage, Welborne, Dereham, Norfolk NR20 3LD. We are the data controller for the personal information we hold about you. Contact: [email protected].

What Information We Collect

• •Name and contact details (email address, postal address, telephone number) when you place an order, make an enquiry or sign up to our newsletter.
• •Payment information — processed securely by our payment provider. We do not store your card details.
• •Order history and correspondence.
• •Technical information about your visit to our website (via cookies).

How We Use Your Information

• •To process and fulfil your orders, including arranging delivery and handling returns.
• •To communicate with you about your order or enquiry.
• •To send you our newsletter, if you have signed up for it.
• •To improve our website and services.
• •To comply with our legal obligations.

Your Rights

• •Right of access: you can ask us for a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• •Right to rectification: you can ask us to correct inaccurate data.
• •Right to erasure: you can ask us to delete your data, subject to our legal obligations.
• •Right to object: you can object to us processing your data for direct marketing.
• •Right to withdraw consent: where we rely on consent, you can withdraw it at any time.

How Long We Keep Your Information

We keep your order and contact information for 7 years, in line with our legal and tax obligations. Newsletter subscriber data is kept until you unsubscribe.

Contact

To exercise any of your rights, please contact us at [email protected]. You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.

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