Studio Sunday (on a Monday)

Posted on October 16, 2017 by sproutspress

This isn’t my studio, and it’s not Sunday, but I don’t care because this was a great weekend of bookbinding.

On Saturday I had the pleasure of teaching my craft to a really wonderful group of people at the Burlington Public Library’s ‘Bookbinding Hub’. We learned the magic of painting your own covers, and turning them into handbound books.

It was a fun afternoon, and look at the results; gorgeous notebooks all around!

If you missed this class and want to join the fun, keep an eye on the Workshops section of my site for upcoming classes.

Stay in the loop!

Posted on October 13, 2017 by sproutspress

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Painted Cover Journal Workshop

Posted on October 10, 2017 by sproutspress

Only a couple of spots left at my next bookbinding workshop, this Saturday! Read on for details.

Learn the basics of using acrylic paint creatively and then use a simple bookbinding stitch to turn it into a set of two notebooks.

When: Saturday October 14 2017, 1:30PM – 4:30PM
Where: Brant Hills Branch, Burlington Public Library. 2255 Brant Street, Burlington, ON

For more information, please go here.

Variations on Coptic Journals

Posted on October 3, 2017 by sproutspress

Today I’m busy binding books and keeping abreast of the ‘make everything in time for holiday shows’ schedule. But I’m also pondering this design from a couple of years ago. Specifically, the bound-in bookmarks, complete with bead and coin detail (or without).

Personally, I love bookmarks in my journals, for easy access to the next blank page. I think they also add a bit of a finishing touch and complete the experience of using the book. But what about in larger books? Sketchbook size? If you have any thoughts on this, I’d love to know! Leave a comment below.

Etsy Made in Canada

Posted on September 9, 2017 by sproutspress

In less than a month it’s the Etsy Made in Canada show! As always, I’ll be vending at the MaRS building here in Toronto, right by Queens Park subway station. There are so many talented makers at this show, it’s one you won’t want to miss.

When: September 23, 10am – 6pm
Where: MaRS Building, 101 College Street (right by Queens Park subway station)
For more information, please see the website for the MaRS show here.

This year Etsy has put together a wonderful website showcasing all the shows happening on this day, right across Canada. Go here to check it out!

Four Days!

Posted on September 8, 2017 by sproutspress

That’s right! Only four days left to get a handbound journal while they’re on sale!

Go to the sale here. To learn more about this sale, go here.

Making Artist’s Books: Join me!

Posted on September 7, 2017 by sproutspress

Even though it’s not till the end of the month, I’m really looking forward to this new bookbinding class I’ll be teaching at CBBAG; ‘End to End Artist’s Books’!

It’s a collaborative-style class, where we all work together to create a gorgeous intermingling cover. Then I’ll teach everyone a few bookbinding techniques using these covers. Everyone leaves with a finished project, and all skill levels are welcome!

What: ‘End to End Artist’s Book’, a bookbinding workshop
When: Saturday September 3 – Sunday October 1: 10am – 5pm both days
Where: Canadian Bookbinders and Book Artists Guild, 180 Shaw St., Unit 102, Toronto

For more information & to register, please go here.

Wordless Wednesday 06.09.11

Posted on September 6, 2017 by sproutspress

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Newsletter Sign Up Time!

Posted on September 1, 2017 by sproutspress

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Back To School Sale!!

Posted on August 25, 2017 by sproutspress

I’m having a Back to School Sale for all the folks headed into the new learning year, and to make way for new fall items! Yippee!!

There are many select items marked down, so I’ve designated an entire section in my Etsy shop for this sale! No need for a coupon code or special password, just make sure you choose a sale item and purchase it between today and September 11, 2017! That’s it!!

Check it out here.