The Studio on a Sunday

Posted on November 22, 2015 by sproutspress

I’ve got some great new journal designs finished, just in time for the holidays!!
One of my favourites of the new designs; the Plaid Fancy Coptic Journal (pictured above).

These books are substantial, sturdy, and incredibly tactile. Especially since the covers are plaid fabric!!! Great for cozy sketching or fireside journalling.

You can find these books at the One of a Kind Show here in Toronto. To see my other Fancy Coptic Journals online, go here.

If you plan on attending the One of a Kind Show, don’t forget I’m holding a contest and you could win a pair of free tickets to the show! Otherwise, to purchase discounted tickets online, go here.

The Studio on a Sunday

Posted on November 8, 2015 by sproutspress

Ornaments, ornaments, so many ornaments!! I’m taking a little break from the more serious bookbinding tasks/holiday show prep and making some fun little Starburst Book Ornaments.

Those who follow along here regularly will recognize these pieces from last year. They were so popular (I sold out before the holiday shipping deadline!!) that I brought them back this year!

To see them all, go here.

*Fun tip: can you guess what book I chose for the inside pages? (Hint: There’s more than one, and they’re both classics!)

The Studio on a Sunday

Posted on November 1, 2015 by sproutspress

Today in the studio. Well, the last several weeks in the studio, really. It’s crunch time and my studio is buzzing with activity as I prep for the One of a Kind Show and Sale. With less than a month to go (gasp!) I’ve got some of the popular books ready to go, but I’m also working on some new items, which I’ll share in a little bit. For now, it’s back to the studio!

The Studio on a Sunday

Posted on October 25, 2015 by sproutspress

Today I’m finishing up enough Canadiana Journals to last through the holiday season, that’s the plan anyways!! Take a look at some of the new colours I’m introducing, great for gift giving to the dapper Canuck on your list.

See one of the listings here, more to come over the next week.

Studio on a Sunday

Posted on October 4, 2015 by sproutspress

Day 363/365Today in the studio I’m tackling leather journals! I’m completely out of them in the Etsy shop, so I figured it’s time to restock. First ones should be online early next week.

This time around I’m keeping it simple; one size, one stitch style, and just a few neutral colour choices. There may be some options for personalization in the near future!! Keep your eyes peeled for this exciting development!!

The Studio on a Sunday

Posted on September 27, 2015 by sproutspress

Day 356/365

In the studio today, it’s a day of rest before another busy day tomorrow! I’m so honoured to be one of the selected Etsy vendors at the sold-out book launch tour of Elizabeth Gilbert’s newest book!! I loved Eat, Pray, Love and cannot wait to sink my teeth into her next piece!

The Studio on a Sunday

Posted on September 20, 2015 by sproutspress

Day 349/365

This past week I’ve been in full swing preparing for Etsy: Made in Canada, Toronto edition at the MaRS building.

I’ve been working hard at re-designing some of my books and I can’t wait to share the new and improved Adventure Journal with you at the show!
This is a small sampling of what many Adventure Journals looks like! These guys aren’t quite done yet, but almost there. I love how each is a bit different from the maps on the covers to the scuffs and nicks in the reclaimed leather closures. These are my favourite journals!!

The Studio on a Sunday

Posted on September 13, 2015 by sproutspress

Day 341/365

Studio Sunday goes on the road today! I’m at Graven Feather giving a workshop on the Arrow Stitch Binding and I’m really looking forward to it! This Queen West gallery/studio is a beautiful and cozy space, perfect for learning a creative skill in a friendly environment!

It’s a sold out event, so if you wanted to join us but missed out, don’t fret. There are other dates coming up this fall, for this workshop and others! Just go here to see a list of scheduled workshops.

The Studio on a Sunday

Posted on August 30, 2015 by sproutspress

Day 327/365

Today I was in a different studio than my own, playing with indigo dye. However, I’ll save that for another day.

In the meantime here’s a photo from earlier this week of the first step to my hand painted notebooks. This is what the covers look like before I cut them up. Sometimes it’s hard to make that first cut when really is rather keep the piece for myself. But, they do make lovely notebooks that someone will cherish!

The Studio on a Sunday

Posted on August 23, 2015 by sproutspress

Day 320/365

Today in the studio it’s all about mini book necklaces!! Lots and lots of them! There are some new colours this time around, and of course the old favourites! They’ll be ready in time for Etsy Made in Canada Toronto on September 26!!