I am using this pencil to write in my Edwardian 5 year diary. I find it amazing to think that both the pen and diary have survived two world wars, not to mention everything else that has happened since 1900…. Read More ›
bookbinding
Books from Etsy
As most people know, I love handbound books – here is a selection of my favourites, bought on Etsy. They have changed their layout recently but I usually search for handmade books -> journals -> leather. Most of the artists… Read More ›
Crystal and stars journal cover
An entry into an Etsy competition. By Kristen Bird I have two of these – one pink and one purple. The leather outside is thick and sturdy yet flexible. It is lined with suede and the stars are firmly fastened… Read More ›
My most favourite handbound book of all time
The East India by the amazing Jonathan Vanderholm who trades as ArtificeBooks on Etsy. This book is one of a kind and probably one of the most beautiful things I own. The book has a secret compartment at the front… Read More ›
Beautiful Handbound Books
I am passionate about bookbinding and handbound books. My favourite site for finding them is Etsy I have posted pics of two unusual ones from Abbots Hollow.
Newest handbound book
by creativeleather on Etsy. Not too happy with the customisation but the book itself is very nice and the paper is gorgeous. As compensation for the errors they are making me another one.
