End of Summer Sale!

Posted on September 1, 2015 by sproutspress

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It’s hard to believe, but the end of summer is just around the corner. With that in mind, I’m holding a sale in my Etsy shop to make way for new fall and holiday products! I’ve dedicated a section in my shop to these items, you can find it in the menu bar down the left side of my shop or go here.

There may be more items added as I clear out space, but for the time being the items above are the only sale items.

Clockwise from top left:
Little Leather Journal in black reclaimed leather with vintage button, Mini Journal in two-tone yellow, Screenprinted Linen Pouch with thistles in aqua blue, Screenprinted Linen Tea Towel with thistles in aqua blue, Screenprinted Linen Pouch with queen anne’s lace in burgundy.

New in the Shop

Posted on August 21, 2015 by sproutspress

Day 318/365Introducing the newest addition to the Indigo Journal series! I’ve tried something a little different with this cover, opting for a more organic colour block effect. I love how it turned out!!

As always, the covers are hand-dyed by yours truly, and the book is also handbound by me. I love this series of journals, they’re the perfect size to throw in a daybag and take with you, and pretty enough that whatever you put on the pages will feel special!

For details and more photos, go here.

See you at the Brickworks!

Posted on August 9, 2015 by sproutspress

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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.

Wordless Wednesday 05.08.15

Posted on August 5, 2015 by sproutspress

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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.

New in the Shop

Posted on July 3, 2015 by sproutspress

Day 269/365This is the very last large format Fancy Coptic Journal! Measuring 10″ x 8 1/4″ and just over 1″ thick, including covers. This is the perfect size for larger projects, sketchbooks and fancy guest books. And because the spine is thicker than the rest of the book, it makes a special album as well.

I’ve enjoyed making these large Fancy Coptic Journals, but for now I’m taking a break and focusing on other projects. I may make them again one day, but for now this is it!

New in the Shop

Posted on June 22, 2015 by sproutspress

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Some new items in the shop. These are the latest series of Quick Notes Notebooks, titled: Elegant Quick Notes.

They boast a bit more formality than the first series of Quick Notes, which are hand painted. They feature a white and gold label along with a fancy fabric trim! As always, they are hand bound by yours truly.

Clockwise from top left:
Mint & White Polka Dots, Red & White Floral, Blue Red & Golden Floral, Petite Blue Florals, Brown & Gold Garden, Blue & Green Floral.

Sprouts Press goes to Welland!

Posted on June 20, 2015 by sproutspress

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It’s a great day for a road trip to the Niagara region! Stop by Vermeers Garden Centre in Welland and say Hi to yours truly and many other talented makers!

What: Heirlooms Artisan Market
When: Saturday June 20, 10am – 6pm
Where: Vermeers Garden Centre, 684 South Pelham St, Welland, Ontario

Pro tip: This is an Etsy sponsored event, you know what that means – swag bags!! If you’re one of the first 100 people you’ll get a swag bag with some pretty awesome goodies inside!

For more details and vendor profiles, go here.

New In The Shop

Posted on June 13, 2015 by sproutspress

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Just listed the very last coral leather journal, complete with vintage button. While I loved this series and the enjoyment of pairing vintage buttons with reclaimed leather, I’ve decided to move on to a new leather journal design. I’m finishing up production and will be listing the first one within the next couple of weeks.

In the meantime, you can check out the new design in person at Studio 205 in Hamilton!

The Studio on a Saturday

Posted on June 6, 2015 by sproutspress

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I’ve been working with leather a lot lately. Organizing, sorting and making journals with it. For the most part, these leather journals have gone to our Hamilton retailer; Studio 205, but keep your eyes peeled for new additions to the online shop!