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I’m thrilled to announce that I’ll be a vendor at this year’s Etsy: Made in Canada Toronto show at the MaRS building! Last year was such an incredible show, I cannot wait to see how this year turns out. Stay tuned for more information, booth numbers and a couple more surprises!!
For more information, see the Toronto Etsy Street Team website here.
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A few Studio Sundays ago I shared some ‘in progress’ photos of a custom wedding guest book I made. I thought it would be fun to follow up and share some photos of the completed piece. I’m really pleased with the finished product and so were they!
I especially like the deep purple along the spine, which plays many important roles in this binding. First, it looks good (if I do say so myself!) and picks up the floral pattern on the covers, it really showcases the stitching along the spine and adds a bit of durability to the binding. However, those familiar with the coptic binding, also know that it’s an exposed spine binding. This means that there’s a small gap between the signatures when the book is open. This is just the nature of the binding. But by adding the purple along the spine, it seals the gaps and allows the possibility of tucking paper ephemera and other mementos between the pages!
I love unique projects and welcome custom orders, however holiday season is just around the corner and a busy time! If you have an idea for a special gift, get in touch soon so I’ll have time to make your book and avoid disappointment. To start, just answer a few questions here, then I’ll get in touch with a quote and we can work from there. Easy peasy!
Day 314/365
It’s the last day to enter my Instagram Giveaway!! You could win both prizes in the photo: The Medium Journal with Ocean ribbon bookmark, and a set of handprinted Ex Libris bookplates in matching grey!!
Head over for details and how to play, find me at: @sproutspress.
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I’m pleased to announce that the Fall schedule of bookbinding workshops is now published on my site! I’m excited by the mix of different classes and can’t wait to share more with you!
Things you can learn:
-How to make your own hard cover journal from scratch, using traditional bookmaking methods!!
-How to deconstruct discarded library books and bind them into new, unique journals! (bonus: this class happens AT the library!!)
-How to decorate your own paper and then craft it into a one of a kind journal!!
For more information, locations and pricing, please go to the Workshops tab along the top menu bar. Hope to see you there!!
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Inspired by a rainy day after such a glorious weekend here in Toronto, I’ve pulled together a collection of blue and grey books. Get your tea and your favourite pen, it’s time to get cozy and use your journals!!
Clockwise from top left:
Watercolour Sketchbook in stone grey, Indigo Starburst Journal, Ex Libris bookplates in grey, Starburst Journal in blue Florentine, Dapper Tweed Starburst Journal, No-Nonsense Quick Notes notebook, Indigo Journal, Hand-Painted Quick Notes notebook in Indigo & Silver.
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!
Day 306/365
Join me today at the Evergreen Brickworks for the amazing Etsy Market! I’ll be there from 10am – 3pm with a selection of my products (as pictured below).
Pro tip: It’s also the sunday edition of the Brickworks farmers market; a more laid-back version of the busy saturday market, where you can get brunch!!
For more information about the show, go here.
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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!!
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