Category Archives: Making Books

Mini-Address Books on Etsy

Posted on May 13, 2009 by Annie Fain

I’ve had a great time coming up with a design for these mini-address books that are now for sale from my Etsy shop.  They are about the size of a cell phone and fit perfectly in your back pocket or … Continue reading →

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Wedding Expo

Posted on February 4, 2009 by Annie Fain

A big part of running your own small business is experimenting with different venues and modes for marketing your product.  For artists and crafters there are many options: craft shows, galleries, teaching, online etsy shops etc.  I started this year … Continue reading →

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Book Restoration

Posted on January 26, 2009 by Annie Fain

It’s been almost a year now that I started apprenticing and working for a wonderful traditional bookbinder and restoration queen, Dea Sasso.  I have learned soooo much from her, both about books and life.  We have wonderful days in her … Continue reading →

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Bookbinder on Local TV

Posted on June 26, 2008 by Annie Fain

A couple of weeks ago I was approached by Ursula Gullow, producer of our local Art Seen Asheville cable tv slot, to participate in an upcoming episode. Her projects typically feature artists, musician, writers and performers of Asheville. Her theme … Continue reading →

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Book Sewing Circles

Posted on April 30, 2008 by Annie Fain

Our monthly Sewing Circles are a relatively new addition to our home studio gatherings and workshops. Though we are sewing books the idea is similar in sentiment to a bunch of ladies gathering around to hand-stitch a quilt (of course … Continue reading →

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