In December 2018 I took part in a Christmas market and created a collection of festive products inspired by Hanoi and everyday Vietnamese life — all printed locally.
The range included Vietnam Transport wrapping paper (A1), Christmas cards and Hanoi postcards, packs of cheeky bauble tags, and a children’s book set titled Hanoi, Christmas and Bakkies the Boston. The set features an A5 storybook and an A4 activity and colouring book, following a curious Boston Terrier who watches his home transform for Christmas and becomes convinced every present under the tree is meant for him.
Our own puppy, Bakkies, had joined us just a month before the project began, becoming the natural inspiration behind the story. The aim was to create something playful that would keep children entertained over the holidays and could also be used by teachers in the classroom.
December 2018