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This item will be posted to you by Redheadwondering within 3 days of receiving payment.
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I gift wrap all of my journals before I post them out. I'm always happy to post direct to the lucky recipient and will include a personal message from you, if you'd like me to. Just leave me a note with your order. What could be nicer than receiving a one of a kind gift through the post!
LAST POSTING DATES: 2ND CLASS SIGNED FOR 18TH DECEMBER; 1ST CLASS SIGNED FOR 20TH DECEMBER.
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I used Coptic stitching to bind the book, meaning the book will lie completely flat when opened, perfect for journaling or sketching.
Coptic bindings are characterized by sections of paper sewn through their folds and attached with chain stitch linkings across the spine. Hand bound books traditionally have seven signatures, or sections, and that’s how many I use.
I carry on the “theme of seven” … each of the 7 signatures has 7 sheets and there are 7 stitch holes to bind them together. I always finish my stitching off with 7 tiny knots! I love a bit of consistency!
For this journal I have used cyanotype print spine wraps, which look beautiful when your book is standing on a shelf. This is not just a journal, it’s a work of art.
The cartridge paper for the pages is recycled and it’s all hand torn or cut to size. The paper is 140gsm and has a slight texture, making it perfect for journaling or sketching. I always write with a fountain pen and the paper is wonderful for that.
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I created this gorgeous journal because I believe your words are worth it!
This Spring flowers journal is 8” by 10” in size. It’ss such a wonderful size for a journal … as wide as A4, but not quite so tall.
The covers for this pretty hand bound journal are original cyanotype prints, featuring snowdrops. I gathered these wildflowers from the hedgerows around my lovely Wiltshire home.
I used Rose Cyclamen ink to give hints of pink; and some of the sparkly Winsor and Newton gold ink to give it a touch of bling! I also used salt in the wet cyanotype developing process, which gives a wonderful crystalising effect.
To create the cover prints, I used Fabriano Tiziano art paper in a lovely pale rose pink. It’s the perfect weight for creating the covers for my journals; strong enough to withstand the cyanotype chemicals and the dyes and inks I use in the development process; it can also stand up to the washing at the end of the process!
The inside covers are made using handmade Nepalese Lokta paper, in an airmail blue colour.
The book is stitched together with Teal coloured Irish Linen waxed thread. This is the best kind of thread to use for bookbinding, because it doesn’t stretch. This means that the book stays firmly bound, no matter how often you open and close it. I know this for a fact … I use my journal every single day!
This beautiful, one-of-a-kind, floral journal would be the perfect gift for any woman!
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Designed by Lizzie Dewey in Salisbury
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