About Shop

Welcome to the world where the love of books meets the beauty of American Sign Language (ASL)! At Signs & Stories, we celebrate the rich culture of the Deaf community through unique, bookish items featuring ASL hand shapes and designs.

Explore our collection of clothing, bags, journals, and more! Each piece is thoughtfully designed to honor both storytelling and sign language.

Whether you’re a book lover, an ASL enthusiast, or looking for the perfect gift, you’ll find something special here!

Q&A

What is ASL?
ASL, or American Sign Language, is a visual language used for communication within the Deaf community. It incorporates hand shapes, facial expressions, and body movements to convey meaning.

What does the name Signs & Stories mean?
The name "Signs & Stories" reflects my passions: "Signs" represents sign language and the Deaf community, while "Stories" celebrates the joy of reading and books.

Who will have designs in the shop?
The shop features designs inspired by my love of reading mixed with books. Additionally, there will be phrases and illustrations from my novels, and once published, my books will be available for purchase here.

If you are interested in collaborating, please fill out the collaboration form. All collaborators are required to fill out a design form, and any designs used will credit and link back to their websites.

Are the designs limited edition?
Some designs will be permanent fixtures in the shop, while others will be limited edition, particularly for holidays (think spooky designs for Halloween or festive art for Christmas!). If a product isn’t selling, it may be removed to make space for new items.

Join us in celebrating the intersection of literature and Deaf culture. Shop now at Signs & Stories, where every item tells a story!

 

*All current designs originate from K.T. James' drawings or phrases inspired by her works, along with additional contributions from the DEAFinitely Readers Book Club.