Good news for the crafty crowd down on South Congress — Letterpress Play is staying in the neighborhood, just moving into bigger digs. The beloved print shop and creative hangout is swapping its current spot for a larger location nearby, which honestly sounds like exactly the kind of move Austin needs more of right now.
If you've never been, Letterpress Play is one of those places that feels genuinely Austin — hands-on, creative, a little nerdy in the best way. They do letterpress printing, workshops, and the kind of stuff that makes you want to put your phone down and actually make something with your hands. It's been a staple of the SoCo area for folks who want to do more than just browse vintage shops and grab a breakfast taco.
The expanded space means more room for classes, events, and whatever else the team has been cooking up. Growing into a bigger footprint in that corridor is no small thing — South Congress real estate isn't exactly cheap, and a lot of small creative businesses have had to pack up and head further out as rents creep up. The fact that Letterpress Play is not just surviving but actually scaling up nearby is a small win worth celebrating.
No word yet on exactly when the new location opens or what the full address looks like, but keep an eye on their channels if you've been wanting to finally take one of their printing workshops. This seems like a good excuse to finally get around to it — and maybe make something worth hanging on the wall for once.