Paper lovers, Nook & Nest invites you to hit the trail, get your stamp in Ames and join us on Saturday, August 2nd for a special day in-store! We will have giveaways, free items and more!
The Iowa Paper Trail is back for its second year, and it’s bigger than ever. Nine independent stationery shops across the state are teaming up to celebrate all things paper, pens, and pretty things.
📍 Stop by any participating shop to pick up your passport
🛍️ Make a purchase to receive a stamp
🏁 Complete your passport by visiting all nine shops by September 30
🎁 Turn in your completed passport to be entered to win a grand prize featuring goods from all nine stores!
Make it a summer adventure! Whether you're a notebook addict, greeting card hoarder, or sticker collector, this is your chance to explore some of Iowa’s most charming small businesses. Plan a stationery road trip, or make it extra special by visiting on Stationery Store Day, August 2—a national celebration of indie paper shops!
Participating Stores:
Color Market QC (Bettendorf)
Ephemera (Des Moines)
Iron Leaf Press (Mt. Vernon)
Nook & Nest (Ames)
Pella Paperie (Pella)
Pretty Good Co (Cedar Falls)
rsvp (Iowa City)
Scribe Stationer (Cedar Rapids)
Warm Wishes (Jefferson)
Follow each shop for updates, giveaways, and behind-the-scenes peeks at what’s in store. Let's keep the love of paper alive—one stamp at a time!
Also check out other Trips & Adventurous Activities in Ames.
