The Ampersand Hippo, created from a Hoefler Text alternate ampersand, was designed initially as a gift for someone who asked for nothing but a hippopotamus for Christmas. Similarly, the Ampersand Elephant was designed as a gift after several requests.

As a follow-up, the Ampersand Mittens were similarly formed as an image used on personal holiday cards, alongside a quick note expressing warmest wishes for the winter. Read Less