MAGICAL MOMENTS

SINGLE POSTCARD

DESIGN: 'You're a wizard, Harry'
 
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Share a moment of magic with our single postcard. Taken from our first illustrated Magical Moments series, this design celebrates an iconic film scene from ‘Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone’.
Behind the design
In this scene, Harry eagerly grasps one of the countless swirling letters inundating the Dursley's living room, unaware that his ordinary life is about to be transformed. Created by Miraphora with emerald green ink, the Hogwarts acceptance letters were the first graphic props made for the 'Harry Potter' film series and are among the earliest magical objects to be seen on screen. The frame surrounding the illustration takes inspiration from recognisable Hogwarts architecture and the Mirror of Erised, featuring several delivery owls and the iconic graphic prop designed by MinaLima.
The details
Product: Single postcard with space for message and recipient address on back
Size: 120 x 165mm
Produced: UK
Weight: 8g
ABOUT
Share a moment of magic with our single postcard. Taken from our first illustrated Magical Moments series, this design celebrates an iconic film scene from ‘Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone’.
Behind the design
In this scene, Harry watches amazed as his chocolate frog escapes out of the carriage window whilst Hermione and Ron bicker over a nonsensical spell. The frame surrounding the illustration takes inspiration from recognisable Hogwarts architecture and the Mirror of Erised, featuring iconic graphic props designed by MinaLima for the Honeydukes Express trolley. From Chocolate Frogs to Bertie Bott's Every-Flavour Beans, MinaLima designed these wizarding confectioneries with weird and wonderful packaging to mirror their magical contents.
The details
Product: Single postcard with space for message and recipient address on back
Size: 120 x 165mm
Produced: UK
Weight: 8g
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Share a moment of magic with our single postcard. Taken from our second illustrated Magical Moments series, this design celebrates an iconic film scene from ‘Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets’.
Behind the design
In this scene, Dobby levitates Aunt Petunia's lavish pudding across the living room in a desperate attempt to protect Harry from discovering the dangers awaiting him at Hogwarts. The frame surrounding the illustration takes inspiration from the Chamber of Secrets and the statue of Salazar Slytherin, featuring iconic graphic props designed by MinaLima for Harry's bedroom at Number 4 Privet Drive. Inspired by Victorian ephemera, Harry’s treasured photo album was designed by MinaLima with decorative illustrations to frame the precious photographs of his parents.
The details
Product: Single postcard with space for message and recipient address on back
Size: 120 x 165mm
Produced: UK
Weight: 8g
ABOUT
Share a moment of magic with our single postcard. Taken from our second illustrated Magical Moments series, this design celebrates an iconic film scene from ‘Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets’.
Behind the design
In this scene, Harry admires the fascinating clock that monitors the precise whereabouts of each member of the Weasley after being warmly welcomed into their magical home. Created to reflect the eccentric interior of The Burrow, MinaLima designed the Weasley Family Clock as though it was made from repurposed objects, including personalised scissor blades for clock hands. The frame surrounding the illustration takes inspiration from the Chamber of Secrets and the statue of Salazar Slytherin, featuring iconic graphic props designed by MinaLima for the Weasley's kitchen including cereal boxes for Cheeri-Owls and Pixie-Puffs.
The details
Product: Single postcard with space for message and recipient address on back
Size: 120 x 165mm
Produced: UK
Weight: 8g
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Share a moment of magic with our single postcard. Taken from our third illustrated Magical Moments series, this design celebrates an iconic film scene from ‘Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban’.
Behind the design
In this scene, Harry hitches a ride on the bizarre Knight Bus after accidentally using magic to inflate his Aunt Marge, zigzagging haphazardly away from Number 4 Privet Drive. The frame surrounding the illustration takes inspiration from the magical Boggart wardrobe and key story locations, featuring iconic graphic props designed by MinaLima including signage for the Leaky Cauldron and front pages from The Daily Prophet. Inspired by the gothic text and curling quotes of Victorian broadsheets, the two headlines, 'Grand Prize Winner Visits Egypt' and 'Escape from Azkaban!', are examples of the whimsical and nonlinear style of The Daily Prophet from the earlier films.
The details
Product: Single postcard with space for message and recipient address on back
Size: 120 x 165mm
Produced: UK
Weight: 8g
ABOUT
Share a moment of magic with our single postcard. Taken from our third illustrated Magical Moments series, this design celebrates an iconic film scene from ‘Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban’.
Behind the design
In this scene, Neville Longbottom transforms the Boggart of his greatest fear, Professor Snape, into a hilarious mockery of the Potions Master by dressing him in the eccentric clothes of Neville's grandmother. The comical apparitions of Professor Lupin and his third-year Defence Against the Dark Arts students burst out of the wardrobe as they learn the 'Riddikulus' spell to tackle the shapeshifting creature. The frame surrounding the illustration takes inspiration from the magical Boggart wardrobe and key story locations, featuring iconic graphic props designed by MinaLima including The Marauder's Map and signage for Honeydukes wizarding sweet shop.
The details
Product: Single postcard with space for message and recipient address on back
Size: 120 x 165mm
Produced: UK
Weight: 8g
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Share a moment of magic with our single postcard. Taken from our fourth illustrated Magical Moments series, this design celebrates an iconic film scene from ‘Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire’.
Behind the design
In this scene, the First Task of the Triwizard Tournament, Harry uses his formidable flying skills to snatch the Golden Egg from the nest of a Hungarian Horntail after summoning his Firebolt. Inspired by the intricate eggs of Fabergé, MinaLima designed the concept art for the Golden Egg with its decorative shell engraved with the gothic towers of Hogwarts. The frame surrounding the illustration takes inspiration from the Goblet of Fire and its architectural casket, featuring iconic graphic props designed by MinaLima including the school crests of Beauxbatons Academy of Magic and Durmstrang Institute.
The details
Product: Single postcard with space for message and recipient address on back
Size: 120 x 165mm
Produced: UK
Weight: 8g
ABOUT
Share a moment of magic with our single postcard. Taken from our fourth illustrated Magical Moments series, this design celebrates an iconic film scene from ‘Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire’.
Behind the design
In this scene, Hermione enjoys a magical night of dancing and festivity at the Yule Ball with Durmstrang Champion Viktor Krum, much to the astonishment of Harry and Ron. The frame surrounding the illustration takes inspiration from the Goblet of Fire and its architectural casket, featuring iconic graphic props designed by MinaLima including the decorative Yule Ball programme and invitations. Reflecting the icy transformation of the Great Hall, the frame is reimagined in silver to mirror the frozen domed centrepiece of the winter wonderland.
The details
Product: Single postcard with space for message and recipient address on back
Size: 120 x 165mm
Produced: UK
Weight: 8g

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