I finished a first journal today, the one you can see in the photo above. I already listed it on Etsy, and realized that I have a lot of tidying up to do on Etsy as well. Then I tested new (Chinese) thread. It is probably waxed linen, although at some part of the description […]
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Playing with circles, leather and gold
To my surprise I am working steadily towards my goal for this year as stated in a comment to Ellen’s blog: “Make a couple of books this year, and try making them something new.” I finished the book above this morning. It is inspired by this book by Amanda. I described the whole making here […]
Worktable Wednesday: Much of the action taking place on the floor today
Oh, gosh, is it really Wednesday again? I guess it must be! I started the day with shipping out some orders, doing the related bookkeeping stuff, then housework and lunch – it was about 1 pm when I finally entered my studio with the intent of working on some books. I mentioned before that I […]
First Books after the Break
Everyone seemed to like my contribution to the last BEST swap with the recycled theme. Therefore I started bookmaking again with two different jeans books, both with recycled materials inside and outside. The first one that you can see on the left here was made with an old jeans from Esprit, no button on the […]
Coptic Headband Instructions – Second Edition finally for Sale. My Birthday. Give Away!
It’s my birthday today! I love waking up to candle light, blowing them out, and making a wish. And I love getting presents, and calls, and congratulations from everyone. I dug out this photo from a stash of discarded pictures – sorry to family members who look way out of phase. This was taken probably […]