Leisure

December 21, 2021
Holiday gifts for book lovers

Gifts for the book lover in your life (that aren’t books)

Festive gifting ideas for the book lover in your life. Here’s Business Optimizer’s 2021 pick of literature-themed gifts and beautiful bibliophilic presents. #1. Bibliophile reading journal […]
December 9, 2021
Best special edition books to gift

Best special edition books to gift

These beautiful books would make perfect gifts. They include very special limited editions to add some extra Christmas magic. Our list includes some of 2021’s best […]
November 30, 2021

What kind of paper are you?

New! Here’s a fun quiz to help you discover which type of paper suits you best! Share your characteristics and interests here and you can learn […]
November 18, 2021
origami exercises

Learn how to relax with paper: Origami exercises

Learn some simple techniques for relaxation with these easy origami exercises that you can do at home, on the move, or at your desk. Master these […]
October 28, 2021

Let’s Get Spooky with Paper: Printable Halloween Coloring Pages

With the autumnal nights drawing in, finding fun craft activities to do around Halloween is always a welcome activity during this season. These printable Halloween coloring […]
October 21, 2021
International Printing Day, Print Day

Celebrate International Print Day with Us!

Did you know that this year’s International Print Day falls on October 20? Join us in celebrating the tactile joy of print and the wonder of […]
August 4, 2021

Paper wonders with Frank Lloyd Wright

Explore and enjoy the architecture of one of the twentieth century’s greatest architects through the medium of the Japanese art of kirigami. Frank Lloyd Wright (1867-1959) […]
July 20, 2021
An easy-to-assemble DIY paper chess board from printchess.com

Make your very own chess game and celebrate the World Chess Day

Did you know that international chess day is July 20? Inspired by the day – and not a little by the sensational Netflix series the Queen’s […]
July 14, 2021
travel writing

Get ready for 8 amazing travel writing tips

What makes a great travel article? We’re not talking listicles here… we’re talking about the kind of travel writing that immerses readers in the locale, tells […]
June 28, 2021

DIY Make Your Own Photo Album

How do you save your vacation snaps so that you can share them easily with friends and family? Photo books are the solution – and there […]
June 23, 2021

Letters that Changed the World

Business Optimizer takes a look at some of the famous letter writers whose writings have changed the course of history: from Einstein’s letter that kick-started the […]
June 9, 2021
art challenges

Most Popular Art Challenges to Try in 2021

Do you wish you had more time to pursue your artistic interests? Would you like to develop new drawing or design skills? Joining an Art Challenge […]
May 7, 2021

Build your Creativity on Paper

Business Optimizer considers creative exercises that require only a pen and a sheet of paper – and that are proven to help you develop your creative […]