Beer Stained Pulp: A Collection of Nicely Designed British Beer Mats from the Past

Description

Beer Stained Pulp is a massive hit of nostalgia, making you reminisce about nights down the pub, yearn for long gone breweries, recall weird and wonderful advertising campaigns and commemorate moments in British culture. These handy little beer mats not only catch your spills but also your eye. They are a wonderful source of creative inspiration, displaying beautiful examples of composition, typography and illustration. This book showcases a graphical collection of nicely designed vintage British beer mats, making you appreciate these little 'masterpieces' for what they truly are.

Adam Kimberley is a graphic designer within the print industry who is inspired by vintage design and British culture. He is the founder of @beerstainedpulp, an Instagram account showcasing a collection of nicely designed beer mats from the past

"An incredible array of deftly designed advertising (for booze, salty snacks and hangover cures alike) as well the odd drink-driving warning, all of which demonstrate the enduring appeal of sixties and seventies aesthetics. Whether it's a seal balancing a Guinness on its nose, or a juicy shout-out to Britvic, you're bound to feel thirsty."-- "Elephant" "If you're old enough to remember these fine creations, then you'll enjoy browsing through [Kimberley's] collection. . . . Listen closely enough and you can hear the sound of pool table balls hitting one another, a nearby darts game perhaps, the smell of cigarette smoke and the clinking of glasses. . . . Beer Stained Pulp is nostalgic stroll down memory lane, giving us a deep dive into the visual communications of the past."-- "Creative Boom" "Beer Stained Pulp highlights the slightly soggy design appeal of the beer mat, showcasing dozens of examples that prove they're more than just a place to rest your pint." -- "Creative Review"