因为字在，所以自在

我们透過"文字”表达情绪、传达思想。很多时候，人们说文字无法表达情绪，但同时文字让我们能在不受時空限制之下袒露自我，清楚地运用文字表达自己的情绪和观点。

借由“自在”的谐音，希望能透过“文字”自我表达，在文字记录的过程梳理情绪的过程，借此达到自在的一种状态，一种身心舒畅、自然而然的存在。

Homophones are two or more words that have the same pronunciation, but different meanings. The word "字在 (zì zài)" literally translates to “the existence of words/characters”and it sounds the same as the word for "自在 (zì zài) - at ease, comfortable“. 

We believe that some emotions could be expressed better through words, sometime, or most of the time. Through the existing of words or characters, we express ourselves, communicate with others and writing down your thoughts and feelings in journal without the constraint of time and space.

Playing around the design with two words that have similar pronunciations, we hope you are able to treat yourself wisely, carefree wherever you go and whenever you are with the existence of words.

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A Chinese seal or hanko is a seal or stamp features name or character that is used to prove authorship on documents and arts. Not limited to name seal, a seal can contain the person's personal philosophy, literary inclination, favourite poetic phrase or unique motif with intricate designs. It's a symbolic of identity, status, and culture. 

Traditionally seals are made of stones, sometimes of wood, metal and bamboo. Seal-craving requires a mastery of both skills in the art of calligraphy and carving for engraving every single character or motif onto the tiny surface by hand.

Seal script is one of the styles in calligraphy and have been widely used on seals. Although seal script long ago has departed from everyday use, it still survives and flourishes today on the basis of its exceptional artistic qualities.  

Inspired by the beauty of seals and seal scripts, the rubber stamps from this collection feature a combination of traditional seal scripts and contemporary design for the outlooks. By using an acrylic block as the handle, it provides a sharp image from any angle. It would also adds an eye-catching pop to your desks.

Each stamp features Chinese characters in the forms of seal script. Great for adorning and adding personalised touch to your journal pages, outgoings, creative projects or any purpose that suit your needs.

Each piece is assembled by hand with care and attention to details. We hope you would be mesmerised by the elegant strokes and curves of seal script through this unique creation. 

Size: (handle) 2.0x2.0x4.0cm; (seal design) 1.2x1.2cm

Designed & Produced by som studio

Made in Malaysia