This may be the first time you’ve ever heard of 2018-19 Hh Scholarship recipient Tessa Vlaar – but it definitely won’t be the last. Trust us: The Colorado native and Gonzaga University alum is going places. How can we be so sure? We asked Tessa what she’d choose for her last meal if she were about to be executed. She began to give very precise instructions for a very particular spaghetti dish until, seeing that our eyes were glazing over, shrugged and said, “It’d be easier if I could just make it myself.” And yet cooking is what relaxes [...]

Now Available: Artist Series no. 5!“Someday,” says Haley Anderson, “I hope to have my own line of ampersands.”Go ahead. Laugh. But we think that day is coming.Meanwhile, Haley’s been busy working as a graphic designer at Seattle’s Studio SC, being featured in Communication Arts, and designing our very own Artist Series no. 5 Tts, available in the store right now.Haley’s design was inspired by the late Harold Balazs – one of the Inland Northwest’s most renowned artists and a consummate maker of stuff. (Harold’s artist statement? “Making stuff is better than not making stuff.”)“Harold’s spunky, funky works always left a smile on my face,” [...]

"I'll tell you one thing you can’t do: You can’t put your shoes on, then your socks on.” – Flavor Flav Truer words were never spoken. Unless, of course, it’s “You can’t win the 2018 Helveticahaus Scholarship, then fill out the application.” Here’s the thing: We definitely have money to hand out. That’s what we do. And we could be giving it to you. Who wouldn’t want that? The Hhsf selection committee is standing by, so it’s now or never. If you’d like Helveticahaus to pay $1,000 toward your tuition for the 2018-19 school year, you’ve got till midnight August 20. As in Monday night. [...]

Been eyeing that sweet new Hh logo Tt in red but, between rent, groceries, and keeping the AC running during this godforsaken summer, can’t quite come up with the $25? Wait’ll you get a load of this: In honor of helveticka’s 30th anniversary in business, we’re doing something we’ve never – ever – done before. We’re taking 30% OFF EVERYTHING* in the store! Check out these kuh-razy deals: artist series Tts: $30–$40 $21–$28 Hoffmann-Miedinger mini-poster set: $32 $22.40 cross-body tote: $25 $17.50 And here’s the best part: Even at these low, low prices, your purchase will still make a difference. But you’re gonna want to act now – because this once-in-a-lifetime sale runs August [...]

We thought we understood each other. You’re about to enter your second year in SFCC’s graphic design program; we’re prepared to pay $1,000 toward your tuition. Look, we get it. You’ve got things to do, like worrying about the state of the world and wondering whether you’ll ever make enough money to move out of your parents’ house. And brunch. So many brunches. Here’s the thing. Not only can we help; we want to help – by paying for a portion of your schooling. So stop what you’re doing and fill out the easy online application. It’s fast, it’s fun, it’s free. And if the selection committee [...]

So. You’ve successfully navigated year one of SFCC’s graphic design program – that Byzantine labyrinth of classes, projects, and assignments that would cause even the heartiest of souls to despair. And you’re thinking to yourself, Self, I could sure use a break right about now.Don’t. Just…don’t.Instead, head on over to the official Helveticahaus scholarship application page for a chance to win $1,000 toward next year’s tuition – along with fame and glory and the respect of your peers. (But mainly the cash.)We’re not in the business of handing out a fat stack to just anyone, though, so we’ve established a single [...]

Look, we’ve all been there. A week till Christmas and you’ve barely even started shopping. What do you get your nephew? Your cousin’s girlfriend? Janice in accounting? Short answer: Helveticahaus.com. You’ll find something for everyone in our shop, from T-shirts to coasters to hoodies to posters. Looking to save a couple of bucks? We got you. Use the coupon code Ho-Ho-Ho to take 25% off your entire order till noon tomorrow (December 19). No tricks, no gimmicks, no minimum purchases required. Just good old-fashioned savings. We've even staffed up the warehouse to ensure your stuff will reach you by [...]

Not to brag or anything, but we just launched a new and improved website. Like our inspired designs, it’s gorgeous. Like our namesake typeface, it’s simple. And, like our customer service, it’s responsive. Be sure to check in out. And while you're there, don't forget to treat yo self. After all, now's the perfect time to stock up on our long-sleeved hoodies – before you catch your death of cold. And don't forget to give our haus blend coffee a try. It’s delicious on its own or with a little tipple. Oh – and did you hear? Our selection [...]

Time keeps on slippin’, slippin’, slippin’… This is how we imagine things went down: You opened up that email back in May – you know, the one inviting you to participate in the second annual Hhsf – and said to yourself, “Self, I could sure use some extra scratch,” and then, well…nuthin’. We cajoled. You procrastinated. We sent a reminder. You ignored us. Meanwhile, your classmates have already gotten in on the action, currying favor with the scholarship selection committee by submitting their applications well ahead of schedule. We know, we know: It can get awfully busy this time [...]

New and in the Shop: Artist Series no. 4! The first step, they say, is acceptance – admitting you have a problem. And Lorri Johnston definitely has a problem. “I’m almost ashamed to admit it,” she says, “but I’m a font addict.” It got so bad she was bringing in unauthorized fonts from her home computer to work. And while she eventually had to fess up, it’s not entirely clear that she was actually remorseful about smuggling in rogue typefaces. “They’re…so pretty,” she says. “I just love them.” And she wants you to love them as well – especially [...]