Time to Subscribe!

Posted on August 10, 2015 by sproutspress

Day 307/365

It’s that time again – Sprouts Press eNewsletter sign ups!!Once a month I send out an eNewsletter with various bits of news and bookish information, and usually a little something extra just for subscribers!

Example topics include: Latest Projects, Sales, Upcoming Shows & Workshops, Contests and sometimes an excerpt from a favourite blog post. It’s fun, tasteful and not information overload, just the right amount to inspire your creativity!

If this sounds like something you’d like to try out, go here to sign up. If you try it out and don’t like it, just unsubscribe, no problem!

Graven Feather Workshop

Posted on July 17, 2015 by sproutspress

Day 283/365

Join myself, and the lovely Pam at Graven Feather, for a fun and crafty Saturday morning on July 25 for the next Bookbinding Workshop! Learn how to make this Hard Cover Arrow Stitch Journal and leave with your very own handmade book!!

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

For details & how to register, go here.

Wordless Wednesday 15.07.15

Posted on July 15, 2015 by sproutspress

Day 281/365

Use Your Journal!

Posted on July 14, 2015 by sproutspress

Day 280/365

I spent last Sunday in Unionville, Ontario at a beautiful little show with some fantastic people. And, as often happens, some people were drawn to my pieces but hesitant to purchase because they feared they would never use the journal. Part of my motto is that my books ‘are designed to be used, well worn and well loved’. Needless to say, while I appreciate a healthy collection of journals (read: more than *a few*), it’s even nicer to actually use them as it adds value and enriches your experience with the book.

In an effort to help people out who have difficulty starting that coveted journal, I started writing a series of blog posts titled; Use Your Journal! Today I’ve rounded them up and conveniently listed them here for you, all in one place.

This list starts with posts about using your journal, prior to me titling them ‘Use Your Journal!’. I recommend starting at the top of the list and working your way down. They progress from ideal environments to journal, to the different purposes for different books, to prompts and examples of uses for journals and sketchbooks. If you have a request, just ask!

Plein Air Day 7/365

Inspiring Things (these days) Day 88/365

Use Your Journal No. 1 Day 94/365

Use Your Journal No. 2 Day 129/365

Use Your Journal No. 3 Day 140/365

Use Your Journal No. 4 Day 147/365

Use Your Journal No. 5 Day 170/365

Use Your Journal No. 6 Day 206/365

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

Day 276/365

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

Day 275/365

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!!

The Studio on a Sunday

Posted on July 5, 2015 by sproutspress

Day 271/365

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.

The Studio on a Sunday

Posted on June 28, 2015 by sproutspress

Day 264/365

Wedding season is here! This series of photos is from a piece I completed for a client last week: a gorgeous, stone grey fabric guest book with brass details and ocean blue ribbons. Sounds dreamy!

In case you were wondering; I make all my own covers. In this case, I also made the book cloth, custom to the bride’s request.
Some close ups of the finished piece, it’s all in the details. I’m really pleased with how this book, I love working with clients to find the perfect book for their occasion.