About sproutspress

As a bookbinder and artist, I like to live in a fairly analog world. I bind books by hand, with a needle and thread, I paint, draw. You get the idea. I blog about bookbinding, paper arts, crafting and other bookish goodness.

Christmas in July Sale!

Posted on July 13, 2015 by sproutspress

Day 279/365Announcing the Sprouts Press official Christmas in July Sale! If you read this post a few days ago, you’ll know that I’m in the thick of creating holiday products. It’s no wonder I decided to participate in this year’s Christmas in July sale. (I will admit to having listened to a carol or two . . . . or three). I’ve got some regular items in the sale section. And, I’ve brought back everyone’s favourite: Book Ornaments! Get them now before they run out!!

Sale details:
-Runs now until the end of the month, July 31, 2015.
-Discount is already applied, and offer is exclusively for items in the ‘Christmas in July Sale‘ section! Easy peasy!!

See you at the Blossom & Bloom Show!

Posted on July 12, 2015 by sproutspress

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Today I’m vending at the Blossom and Bloom Show in picturesque Unionville!
It’s in the courtyard of the Varley Art Gallery, 216 Main Street, Unionville.

Visit the show site for more information.

The Studio on Sunday (On a Saturday)

Posted on July 11, 2015 by sproutspress

Day 277/365Last week I got around to a project I’ve been meaning to do for a while. I built a new display for my table booth at art and craft shows. I don’t have a finished photo yet, but enjoy this ‘in progress’ shot in the meantime.

ps. Don’t you love that old woodworking clamp? It was my Grandpa’s!

A new Bookbinding Workshop!

Posted on July 10, 2015 by sproutspress

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Join me on July 25 for the next Bookbinding Workshop at Graven Feather! I’ll be showing how to do the Arrow Stitch, a hardcover binding. It’ll be a fun and crafty saturday morning and everyone leaves with a finished project!

What: Hard Cover Arrow Stitch Journal Workshop
When: Saturday July 25, 10am – 1pm
Where: Graven Feather, 906 Queen St. West, Toronto

For more information and to register, go here.

Newsletter Sign Up Reminder

Posted on July 9, 2015 by sproutspress

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The Sprouts Press July Newsletter goes out tomorrow (friday) morning!! Time to subscribe if you aren’t already, go here to sign up. And if you’re already signed up, Thank You!!

Wordless Wednesday 08.07.15

Posted on July 8, 2015 by sproutspress

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Mini Books!

Posted on July 7, 2015 by sproutspress

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A selection of mini books, all handmade here in Toronto, by yours truly. Some are more mini than others, but they are some of the smallest books I’ve ever made!

From top left, going clockwise:
Pocket Notebook in Two-Tone Yellow; hardcover and coptic bound, this is a sturdy mini book!
Black and White Little Leather Journal; made from reclaimed leather and matching white and black vintage button.
Mini Book Magnets, Set of 6; the cutest collection of handmade mini magnet notebooks! Great for a colour kitchen, little hands and big dreams!!
Teal Suede Mini Journal; a stylish leather pocket notebook!
Mini Book Necklace; a book pendant from reclaimed leather, keeps your hopes and dreams close to your heart.

In the Works

Posted on July 6, 2015 by sproutspress

Day 272/365Lately I’ve been focusing my energy and creativity on custom orders for clients; wedding albums, guest books, anniversary memory books (paper is the traditional first year gift!) and special trip diaries. However, a little-known fact is that this is also prime time to get cracking on holiday products.

So I’ve slowly been brainstorming and jotting down ideas and diagrams for this year’s holiday collection, it’s going to be fantastic! I’m designing some new products and also expanding on previous ideas that I wasn’t quite finished with. I’m looking forward to sharing more with you as they develop into tangible objects!

If there’s a specific type of book that you’ve been wishing I would create, now’s the time to speak up! Leave a comment below or send me an email, I’m always happy to hear from you!

The Studio on a Sunday

Posted on July 5, 2015 by sproutspress

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I’ve been working on a lot of custom orders the last little while, and last week I had the pleasure of crafting a gorgeous leather memory/keepsake book for a client.

This is one of the largest books I’ve ever made. The photos might be a bit deceiving, but trust me, it’s a big book! It’s a limp binding made with a gorgeous brown leather. Inside is heavy weight printmaking paper and the endpapers are a fancy Italian printed paper, of course.

If you have a special occasion coming up or just like the idea of having a quality heirloom keepsake book, just click ‘Custom Order’ on the top menu bar and answer a few questions to get started. It’s easy! I enjoy working on special projects and love a good challenge, so don’t be shy!

If you have a custom request, just click here.

Blossom & Bloom Show

Posted on July 4, 2015 by sproutspress

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I am so looking forward to being a part of this amazing show! There’s going to be some serious talent there, from artisanal cotton candy (oh man!!), to gorgeous art, ceramics, jewellery, floral designers and home decor.

I’ll be there on Sunday, July 12 with my handbound books, journals, notebooks and paper goodies! If you’re in the area or looking for a road trip out of the city, stop by and say Hi!!

It’s less than 2 weeks and I cannot wait!! For more information about the show, go here.