Bookbinding: Making Covers from Thrift Store Artwork with a Cameo Appearance from Floyd the Cat.

When I retired from teaching this past June, I intended to spend a lot of time in my studio/garage binding books. I’ve managed to get in a decent session one or two days a week, but even when you’re not working life happens. Or, if I’m honest, binge watching happens. I have done a decent amount of work, certainly more than I would have if … Continue reading Bookbinding: Making Covers from Thrift Store Artwork with a Cameo Appearance from Floyd the Cat.

Making Journals from Thrift Store Art

Bookbinding is one of several hobbies I’ve pursued over the years. It’s the one I’m the most versed in and the one I spend the most time on. I’m thinking about making enough to sell at the local holiday craft faire this year and donating the proceeds to charity. We’ll see about that. I may not be able to make enough books until spring. A … Continue reading Making Journals from Thrift Store Art