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As I mentioned last week, I’m so pleased to announce that I’m a part of the Etsy Made in Canada: Toronto show at the MaRS building!!
Curious to see what type of vendors will be there? No worries, the hard-working and super talented folks leading the Toronto Etsy Street Team have put together a look book of all the vendors! Amazing, right?! View it here.
For information about the show, see the Toronto Etsy Street Team’s website here.
Day 319/365
I recently spent some time in my mother’s garden, which is an amazing space. I was mesmerized by her zinnias; so bright, cheery and colourful! While I didn’t snap a picture, preferring to just enjoy the moment, it stuck with me and inspired this small collection of my brightest red items! What flowers are brightest in your garden?
Clockwise from top left:
Painted Quick Notes notebook in two-tone red, Elegant Quick Notes in red floral, Starburst Book Ornament, No-Nonsense Quick Notes notebook in burgundy, Square Ex Libris Bookplates handprinted in red, Starburst Journal in Florentine Red, Rectangle Ex Libris Bookplates handprinted in red.
Day 318/365
Introducing 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.
Day 317/365
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!
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It’s holiday prep time already! I’m busy making some of the old favourites, and a few new surprises as well! Stay tuned as I share more details over the weeks (and months) to come!
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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!!
Day 311/365
Surprise!! A big Thank You for all the love and support you guys have shown my little company as I grow and learn about being a creative business owner! To celebrate reaching 1K followers over on instagram, I’m having a giveaway this weekend! Yippee!! (actually, the contest starts now and runs till August 17, 2015).
There are a few ways to enter; follow @sproutspress on instagram and head over for details.
The prize is a handbound journal (the Medium Journal in stone grey, with an ocean blue ribbon bookmark) and pack of matching, handprinted Ex Libris bookplates (pictured above). You have until Monday to enter and the winner will be announced Tuesday.
Sound good? Head over to instagram to play!! Good luck!!
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