Studio Sunday (on a Friday)

Posted on August 7, 2015 by sproutspress

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The latest project: a custom guest book/travel book for a destination wedding!

This is an exciting combination of scrapbooking, memory-making, journalling and special messages to the happy couple! Imagine what an incredible collection of memories it’ll be to share with family and friends for years to come.

I’m always so honoured to work on projects like these. Especially when given a bit of creative freedom and people put their trust in me to create a book that not only captures the memories of the special day, but also the atmosphere and vibe of the event.

If you have an idea for a special book, click Custom Order along the top menu bar and send me some information about your project! I’ll get back to you with a few more questions and then follow up details – easy peasy!!

New retailer: Craft Arts Market!

Posted on August 6, 2015 by sproutspress

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I’m so proud to announce that Sprouts Press items are now available in St.Catherines at Craft Arts Market!! Seriously an awesome shop in a fantastic town!You can now find a selection of my items here, alongside many other gorgeous wares from local makers.

For more information about Craft Arts Market, their vendors, location and goings on, please go here.

Pro tip: If you go and check it out, make sure to get a doughnut from the shop right next door. They are amazing.

Wordless Wednesday 05.08.15

Posted on August 5, 2015 by sproutspress

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This Saturday!

Posted on August 4, 2015 by sproutspress

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Mark your calendars!! I’ll be at the Blossom and Bloom show this saturday alongside many other talented makers and craftspeople!

If you’re wondering what this show is all about, here’s a snippet of the concept behind this show. ‘A public outdoor market showcasing Canadian creative businesses, local florists, artists and artisans in a single event’. To learn more about their vision and what else to do when in Unionville for the show, go here (it’s a gorgeous little town, seriously worth checking out!)

When: Saturday August 8, 11am – 4pm
Where: Varley Art Gallery (in the courtyard), 216 Main Street, Unionville

For more general information about the show, go here.

Etsy Market at Evergreen Brickworks – August 9!

Posted on August 3, 2015 by sproutspress

Day 300/365Come shop over 40 Ontario Etsy artisan & vintage vendors on Sunday, August 9th, 2015 at the Evergreen Brickworks before or after you’ve shopped the Farmer’s Market. From ceramics to knits, toys to home wares!

Sprouts Press will be there with a selection of handbound journals, albums, bookbinding kits, and mini book necklaces. I’ll also have a few screenprinted zipper pouches and tea towels!

When: Sunday August 9, 10am – 3pm
Where: Evergreen Brickworks, The Pavilions, 550 Bayview Avenue, Toronto

For details, please see the Brickworks page for this event, here.

The Studio on a Sunday

Posted on August 2, 2015 by sproutspress

Day 299/365It’s Studio Sunday and today I’m sharing a project I’ve been working on; a beautiful purple floral wedding guest book!
I love the journey of finding just the right colours, patterns and papers for client’s special occasions. And, of course, I love it even more when people choose handmade for these special books. It makes sense, as a handmade book is made to last generations, the perfect fit for these special heirloom pieces.

To request your own custom order, either click Custom Order along the top menu bar, or go here.

Next Show!

Posted on August 1, 2015 by sproutspress

Day 298/365I’m so inspired by the warm weather and sunny days that I find myself really looking forward to Sprouts Press’ next event: the Blossom and Bloom show! I’ll be there saturday August 8th with a selection of my handbound books, kits and such.

I love how this event showcases handmade but also the local talent of Unionville. Just spend a few minutes chatting with show organizer, Pheoebe (of Pheoebe Lo Events), and she can tell you about the best of the best in this amazing community!

For details, please see the show website found here.

Summer Nights

Posted on July 31, 2015 by sproutspress

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I love summer nights, when it’s warm enough to be outside and not need a parka. This is a roundup of all the items that remind me of an inky sky, whether in the bright lights of the city or stargazing in the country.

From the top left, clockwise:
Painted Quick Notes in gold and black, No Nonsense Quick Notes in grey and black, Little Leather Journal in black, Fancy Coptic: Large with black details, Black and White abstract journal with hand dyed papers, Secret Belgian binding with black details.

New in The Shop

Posted on July 30, 2015 by sproutspress

Day 296/365Introducing the newest addition to the Sprouts Press Etsy shop: Lined Journals!! While I’ve sold these at shows, they’re hard to keep in stock. I’m so pleased to now offer them online and worldwide! Beautiful lined pages on both the front and back. When combined with the coptic binding, which opens completely flat, you get the maximum page space to write on.
So far there are two cover designs to choose from: the Art Deco-inspired book, and the cute floral book.