Day 169/365
Wordless Wednesday 25.03.15
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Day 169/365
Tag Archives: journals
Reclaiming beautiful things
Day 168/365
I’ve always thought cigar boxes were beautiful objects. I’ve seen all sorts of things made out of them, even ukuleles! I’ve made cigar box books for a while now, but recently upgraded the design to include a spine protector and a leather wrap to keep it closed. 
I’ve just added two more to my online shop. A more minimalist design above, and a bright and kitschy orange and gold wood grain printed design, below.
Know someone who loves cigars or simply shares the love of good design? Send them a cigar journal!
A Little Indulgence
Day 167/365
Today is the kind of day that has followed a few days of warmer weather here in Toronto. Except that it’s freezing out. Sunshiny with blue skies, but freezing! A cruel trick.
So, I’m indulging and sharing my daydreams of summertime with warm weather. For me, this journal captures that feeling perfectly. It reminds me of the lush greenery only summertime brings. It’s like being in a cool, quiet forest in mid-july, the smell of pines and earth under foot. Indulgence indeed, for a cold March day!
Do you have a favourite journal that you associate with a certain place or time of year? I’d love to hear about it, feel free to comment below.
The Studio on a Sunday
Day 166/365
Today in the studio it’s a tidy-up and reflect kind of day. Putting things away is always the first step to a new project for me. And after a week of shows, orders and many discussions it’s the perfect time to mull over the next big step for my little journal making company. Stay tuned, it’s a good one!
See you at the Bellwoods Flea!
Day 165/365
It’s the Bellwoods Flea today!
There are two locations and I’ll be at 801 Dundas St. West, Hashtag Gallery.
The other location is just down the road at the Magpie, 831 Dundas St. West.
Come out and support local makers!
Springtime!
Day 164/365
Springtime has finally arrived! I’m really looking forward to some outdoor time without the 10 minute scarf/hat/mitts/boots/coats routine. I’m also looking forward to warm weather and outdoor sketching, and journalling on patios and cafes!
I’ve got some fun springtimey things planned for the blog over the next little while, stay tuned! In the meantime, it’s okay to start breaking out the spring wardrobe, right?
Two Days!
Day 163/365
In just two days it’s the Bellwoods Flea!! 
What: Bellwoods Flea Spring Edition
Where: Hashtag Gallery, 801 Dundas Street West (this is where I’ll be)
AND
The Magpie, 831 Dundas Street West
When: Saturday March 21, 11am – 6pm
Come out and support local makers and artisans! There will be handmade items, vintage, food and drinks! It’ll be fun, I promise! Sprouts Press will be there with handbound books, journals, albums, bookbinding kits and book jewellery. Find a fun Easter gift or the perfect present for Mothers Day!
Creative Bookbinding
Day 161/365
Learn the craft of bookbinding this thursday! Details below.
This thursday I’ll be teaching a bookbinding workshop at Little House in the City. Spend the evening learning the art of bookbinding using the Longstitch technique to make a hand bound journal!
Where: Little House in the City, 555 Parliament St., Toronto
When: Thursday March 19, 6:30pm – 9:30pm
For details and to register, go here.
Greens
Day 160/365
Today is all about the colour green; to celebrate St. Patrick’s day and also springtime, which is just around the corner!
Click on the photo to go to my online shop, then type ‘green’ in the search bar below my logo! See what comes up for you!
See you at the Parkdale Flea!
Day 159/365
I’ll be vending my wares today at the Parkdale Flea! Come out and say Hi!!
The show runs from 10am till 5pm at Goodfellas Gallery (1266 Queen St. West).
Sprouts Press 