Even More Projects!!

Posted on November 24, 2014 by sproutspress

Day 41/365

Today I’m posting about a project I’m pretty proud of: books that are case bound using bookcloth I made! This is something I’ve wanted to do for a while now, especially with all the fabric choices out there.

I decided to stick to solid colours, with linen and linen-like fabrics, I love the texture and richness of the colours.

I finished these journals with sewn-in ribbon bookmarks, and corners to protect against wear. I focused on two styles: a landscape journal filled only with 140 lb watercolour paper (I want one!!) and a portrait-oriented daily journal with a lovely large page surface to capture the day’s thoughts.

Since they are a limited edition binding (only 10 of each style) they are only available at the One of a Kind Show from November 27 – December 7, 2014. If you want one, come find me at booth D49 in the Rising Stars section!

The studio on a Sunday

Posted on November 23, 2014 by sproutspress

Day 47/365

It’s been a packaging kind of day in the studio. Packaging and organizing.

More Projects!

Posted on November 22, 2014 by sproutspress

Day 47/365

In the spirit of productivity I’ve decided to post more ‘in progress’ notes. Above, the dried and pressed boards from yesterday’s post Continue reading →

Projects!

Posted on November 21, 2014 by sproutspress

Day 45/365

As I’m sure you know by now, I’ve got a rather large arts and crafts show coming up, the One of a Kind Show. I figure this is a good time to showcase the processes I go through in making some of my products.

Today’s featured project: hand dying paper!

Testing colours, making sure to get just the right hues. I use a mix of inks and watercolour paints.

Mid-dying – yes, this is a messy process! And I love it!

A side view of boards covered with my hand dyed paper, drying in the press, makes a great texture shot.

A Friendly Reminder

Posted on November 20, 2014 by sproutspress

Day 44/365

Just a friendly reminder that holiday shipping deadlines are quickly approaching. If placing an order online, please keep in mind shipping times so your items arrive on time!

For orders destined to Canada the last day to ship is December 10 (this is the very last day!)

For orders destined to the USA the last day to ship is December 8.

For orders going everywhere else, the last day to ship is December 1.

Wordless Wednesday 11.19.14

Posted on November 19, 2014 by sproutspress

Day 43/365

Bookbinding + Painting + Printmaking = Happy Me

Posted on November 17, 2014 by sproutspress

Day 41/365

Sometimes I indulge myself and combine mediums. Such is the case with this series of blue painted and relief-printed Longstitch journals. I’ve done this before with other painted journals, but recently came across these photos and felt the urge to share.

Details are everything, matching beaded closures is a thing of beauty (to me anyways).

As many bookbinders and other makers of handmade items know, creating in multiples is key. These books are no exception. But make no mistake; each is unique in placement of the cover patterns and images. Designing these books, the covers and crafting these pieces is the sort of project that keeps me happy!

The Studio on a Sunday

Posted on November 16, 2014 by sproutspress

Day 40/365

A journal mid-production; this is the coptic binding variation I tend to be using more and more.

Loving the brown linen thread on the navy cover and spine, a lovely natural journal.

Contest Time!

Posted on November 13, 2014 by sproutspress

Day 37/365

It’s contest time! Who doesn’t love to win free tickets and a handbound notebook?

This contest is a draw, to enter simply ‘follow’ Sprouts Press on Instagram and leave a comment on which notebook is your favourite (pink & gold, indigo & silver, red & burgundy or black & gold).

The winner will get a pair of tickets to the One of a Kind Show here in Toronto, and the notebook they commented as their favourite! Woo hoo!

Bonus Entries: If you follow Sprouts Press on facebook share this photo for another entry! If you follow Sprouts Press on twitter retweet this photo for yet another entry!

The contest starts today and ends on sunday evening. A winner will be drawn at random and announced on monday.