Q

Q is for Quince.

The quince fruit is a striking yellow colour colour and while some species can be eaten raw most require some form of cooking. It is incredibly versatile and can be turned into jelly, drinks and even “quince cheese” which is not cheese at all but a hard paste in loaf shape with subtle grainy and sweet texture and a great accompaniment to a cheese board. The quince is one of the oldest fruits to be associated with fertility and love.

The Botanical Alphabet is inspired by old scientific botanical illustrations and categories of olden day Explorers and Naturists. Paired with modern outlined sans serif letters and bold colour blocks, it has a much more contemporary feel while still keeping a hint of the much loved illustration genre of the past.

The Botanical Alphabet series is also available as greeting cards, so you can send a very personal card for any occasion featuring your friend's initial.