A small collection of words that resist translation but capture something deeply human—
meant to be kept, shared, or quietly understood.
Each miniature card presents a dictionary-style definition paired with the Mawkish Tidings key mark. The reverse side includes the Mawkish Tidings mark and space for a short message before passing it along.
Perfect for:
tucking into books as a quiet, meaningful find
sharing a feeling that’s hard to put into words
thoughtful additions to gifts or handwritten notes
writers, readers, and language lovers
small tokens that carry emotional weight
keeping close as a reminder of something deeply felt
Single Card
One 2.5 × 2.5 inch mini note card.
Choose one word from the list below and write it in the “order special instructions“ box at checkout or a random one will be selected for you.
Set of 5
Includes all five cards from Volume I.
Includes:
HIRAETH — Welsh
A deep longing for home, especially one that may never have existed.
MAGONE — Italian
The tight feeling in the throat just before tears.
KINTSUGI — Japanese
The art of repairing broken pottery with gold, honoring the beauty of its scars.
DUENDE — Spanish
The mysterious emotional force behind great art.
UBUNTU — Nguni
The belief that our humanity is shared with others.
Details
Printed on matte cardstock
Size: 2.5” × 2.5”
Single cards are packaged in a glassine envelope
Sets are packaged together in a glassine bag
Color may vary slightly from screen to print.
For best visibility on dark cards, pair with our white ink pen.
Part of the Mawkish Tidings collection — small paper goods for readers, correspondents, and sentimental people.
