Schooner in a Bottle Dimensional Greeting Card

A ship in a bottle, made entirely of paper.

Illustrated by Tom Jay, the Schooner in a Bottle card unfolds into a dimensional paper scene, with layered illustrations creating remarkable depth inside the shape of a glass bottle. A graceful schooner sails through rolling waves while seabirds skim the water and atmospheric skies rise behind it.

Part greeting card, part paper sculpture, this is a miniature piece of artwork made to linger long after your message has been read. Open it for display on a bookshelf, desk, mantel, or windowsill, where the layered construction brings the schooner and surrounding sea beautifully to life.

Details

• Dimensional die-cut greeting card
• Layered paper construction
• Artwork by Tom Jay
• Includes matching envelope
• Printed on responsibly sourced paper
• Packed in a biodegradable cello sleeve
• Printed in the UK

Dimensions: 148 x 210 mm (approximately 5.8" x 8.3")

Why We Love It

There’s a wonderfully old-fashioned bit of magic in a ship in a bottle—and this one manages the trick with paper. We love how the layered waves, schooner, seabirds, and sky create the illusion of a tiny seascape stretching away inside the bottle. It's a greeting card with a serious second career as shelf art.

Why We Love the Maker

Art Angels has a wonderful eye for artwork that feels timeless without feeling ordinary.

Founded in Britain in 1993, Art Angels brings the work of contemporary printmakers, illustrators, and influential artists to beautifully produced cards and paper goods. Their collection celebrates art worth lingering over, with thoughtful UK production and an ongoing commitment to more responsible papers and packaging.

We especially love that these aren't simply cards for sending. They're little pieces of art made to be shared, displayed, and kept.