A book of paintings
Something different. A friend organized a bookbinding get-together on Tuesday. I had accumulated some watercolor paintings that I’ve been doing for over a year. And I had instructions for a single sheet binding using...
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Cosmic book
I’m surprised that this book came together. I’ve been resisting bookmaking lately. How it happened: I got together with a few friends two weeks ago to paint papers. I made a black page and...
Sewn board book
Another adventure in bookmaking with the Handmade Book Club – the sewn board book. This is the first time I’ve sewed, pressed, glued and covered a spine. I made a lot of mistakes as...
Bead stitch spine
This is from one of Ali’s Thursday morning demos. Not a very good photo, as you can’t see the beads. I was moved to make it because I really like the effect of the...
Gray and gold book
This is the April book from Vintage Page Design’s Handmade Book Club, the sewn-over-tapes binding. I decided to sew organza onto the tapes to fluff them out and add more dimension. There are gaps...
Retreat extension
I overprepared for the Handmade Book Club’s one-day retreat in May 2020. I cut boards for two books, but only finished one at the retreat. I thought I would follow up promptly and make...
Modular origami wreaths
Note to self: have a quick origami project ready at hand for the holidays. Make ornaments or garlands to give as gifts or slip into holiday greeting cards. This has been very satisfying. I...