With over one year in development, Ferris Wheel Press have ventured beyond reality to bring to life a premium line of fountain pen inks that stretch past the limits of imagination. Springing to life from the very pages of your most beloved storybooks, the all new FerriTales™ collection is a luxurious line of our newest and finest fountain pen inks.
Having undergone extensive testing and experimentation, this collection of high quality, richly saturated fountain pen ink features a combination of incredible shades, premium shimmers, and high-effect sheening that will surely play tricks on your eyes. Created with all the same reliable features our clients have come to expect, this collection is feathering resistant while offering beautifully dynamic tones. Each ink is created with the intention to elevate every page and bring magic to every stroke. Captured in a brand new 20ml glass globe, designed to be a source of daily inspiration for every creator.
Presented with all new hand-illustrated scenes from classic moments in Alice in Wonderland, we've reimagined every moment with twists and turns from the Ferris Wheel Press universe. Lose yourself in every detail of Alice’s adventures with her quirky friends, and perhaps you will find yourself mirrored in the story. |
Fig. 2 Final inked assets, Tumbling Time Blue |
Follow a rushing White Rabbit through a puzzling rabbit hole, losing your footing and falling down, down, down. The path down to Wonderland is long and twisting, passing curio of all sorts. As you pass, ominous ticks & curious tocks chart your way through the scintillating darkness. Did one of these make the white rabbit late? You might lose track of time the longer you fall, but perhaps time is also unraveling around you, breaking into a silver shimmer that dusts every minute hand. |
It’s a long way down to Wonderland, and on the way get lost in Tumbling Time Blue. A rich cobalt blue that over time, turns a rich red as you fall deeper into the scintillating darkness. |
Continue your journey deeper into Wonderland as the underbrush of the enchanted forest fades from thorny glittering thickets, into manicured shrubbery of many shapes and sizes. Inside this beautiful courtyard, a huge commotion is occurring: the Queen of Hearts’ rose garden has been thoroughly populated with Rosa Alba. Grab a paint brush and join the hustle and bustle of the painting party - all of the shameful white roses must be red before the Queen arrives! Stay vigilant as fantastical beasts creep through the thorns and the fury of the Red Queen penetrates the atmosphere. |
Taken from the very same paint used to colour the roses in the Red Queen’s Garden, Ruby Royal Flush is a saturated, regal red, with a yellow sheen and gold shimmer that will dazzle the eye and inspire your creativity.
Fig. 4 Conceptual Sketches, Green With Curiosity |
How extremely curious, locked in a room of possibility, with so many locks and the promise of so many keys. Through each door lies a mysterious beyond - the topsy-turvy expanse of Wonderland and its bewildering secrets. Satiate your curiosity as you peer through every keyhole, trying to catch a glimpse of the white rabbit, on his mad dash to his appointment. Try a glistening key in every lock, looking for a perfect match that will turn cogs and open the door into the great beyond. |
Green with Curiosity invites you to go further, look deeper, and explore the doors of Wonderland. This ink is a rich shade of emerald green with a red sheen and a blue shimmer that comes from the depth of its own curiosity. Explore the topsy-turvy world of Wonderland and fill your pen with the opulence of the all new FerriTales Collection, available now. |
Presenting two distinct inks: Sunlit Jade, a warm lockwood green ink punctuated by a magnificent gold shimmer, and Moonlit Jade, which glistens in a starlight silver.
Identified by most for it’s bright green colour, Jade comes in a variety of shades ranging from a deep forest green, to an opaque white hue. Prized for its subtle translucence and protective qualities, the significance and symbolism of Jade differs from region to region. However, there is more in common across ages and geographies when it comes to why Jade is so precious and in many family collections of heirlooms: it is an aesthetically beautiful stone that signifies longevity and good health, as well as prosperity and fortune. Jade has calming elements when worn against the skin, and has a graceful look.
Together with Fête Chinoise, we created a set of unique hand-illustrated designs: the concept was inspired by traditional apothecary packaging in the culture that has been an eclectic mix of history, typographic styles and the evolution of printmaking to mass production from a different era. We refreshed the look with some detailed drawings of favourite elements from both the world of Ferris Wheel Press and the annual Lunar New Year celebrations for a breathtaking pair of iconic designs.
Among the peony florals and buds signifying prosperity and good fortune, and pine trees that represent longevity, you will find auspicious sayings written artfully in traditional Chinese characters. “The dance of the ink, the song of the pen” is your daily reminder that these bottles contain so much more than just ink - every drop is the possibility to create something truly magical.
Why jadeite green? Where red may be a more common colour to represent Lunar New Year, there are hundreds of traditional colours of the culture that are meaningful. Imagine what a colourful world of Lunar New Year could be if we opened our minds to all the stories and mythology of Chinese culture. Coincidentally, we join Italian luxury design house Bottega Veneta in our nod to green, with their grand decor of the Great Wall of China this year — adorned in shades of green and tangerine, symbolizing good luck.
The Ferris Wheel Press carnival came to life this holiday season with historic Canadian luxury retailer Holt Renfrew at their Bloor St. location in Downtown Toronto.
Customers were able to experience the magic of Ferris Wheel Press first hand with an in store shopping experience. Taking place inside Holt Renfrew’s flagship store in Downtown Toronto, a curated selection of our finest products were available to shoppers alongside iconic brands such as Dior, Gucci and Prada.
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Our journey begins inside the Magical Metropolis, appreciating the modern architectural elements of the Ginza Six building, which also houses 13 of the most renowned luxury fashion brands in the world.
The hand-illustrated package features stationery silhouettes incorporated into the architecture of the building and the iconic statuesque Phoenix overlooking the glowing streets of Ginza, Magical Metropolis is an ode to the magic that exists in even the smallest of details.
Notable design details:
The eye catching designs housed inside Ginza Tsutaya Books are nothing if not distinctive. Tokyo Bay Blue highlights the finest features that can be found inside this iconic shop. Perched upon their glass display case you'll find our office companion Pumpkin getting familiar with the maneki-neko, a traditional Japanese feline figurine which is said to bring good luck to the owner, a vast array of writing instruments, and famous classic Japanese literary titles. Tokyo Bay Blue allows you to experience the wonder of Ginza Tsutaya Books, all from the comfort of your home.
Ginza Tsutaya Books’ stationery floor is truly a sight to behold. Inspired by their show stopping brass display tables that house their vast array of stationery and lifestyle items, Bookkeeper’s Brass is a fittingly fancy tribute to this carefully curated shop.
Atop these tables you can toe the line where modern meets tradition with items like the e-do no wagashi, which is a collaboration between Ginza Tsutaya Books and a traditional Japanese snack maker, and features sweet treats like nib shaped cookies. Known for their chic, modern industrial interior design, they provide a comfortable environment to soak in an extensive collection of literature, art, as well as cultural and lifestyle goods. Hold a piece of modern excellence in your hands with Bookkeeper’s Brass.
Notable design details:
The Magical Metropolis trio is available exclusively at ferriswheelpress.com and through Ginza Tsutaya Books in 38ml sizing, and is only available for a limited time.
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Determined to create something magical for the world to appreciate during these times, and in current global travel restrictions, this display was produced remotely here in our studio in Canada, and traveled 3500 miles to London to be brought to life. This display is not only meant to bring joy for those who encounter it, but it also represents a meaningful union and what is possible when we are collaborating globally.
Fall in Love With Writing Again and immerse yourself in the world of Ferris Wheel Press at Harrods. Open now for in-store shopping, be sure to visit the Harrods flagship store in Knightsbridge and take a moment to linger in the details of our immersive scene. Thank you to the visual merchandising team at Harrods who allowed for this unforgettable opportunity.
We know you’ve all been waiting! The Morningside Collection is officially here in our beautiful 38ml bottles. Pick up the trio together or grab the one you’ve had your eye on.
Add the shimmering April Showers, mauve Madam Mulberry and refreshing Morningside Mint to your cart to bring the soft romantic Spring tones to your workspace today.
Also available in our classic 85ml bottles and 5ml Charger Sets, find the set that speaks to you and let your creativity bloom.