Tag Archives: book arts

Bookmaking Gang

Posted on January 8, 2010 by Annie Fain

A couple of weeks ago I had 8 lovely book making enthusiasts take a Coptic Binding workshop from me in my home studio.  They were a unique group in that they were a gang of friends who had decided, over … Continue reading →

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Eco Books

Posted on October 29, 2009 by Annie Fain

Lark Books has recently come out with a new book called Eco Books: Inventive Projects from the Recycling Bin put together by Terry Taylor.  It’s totally great, simple as that.  Each project is by a different book artist, many of … Continue reading →

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Miniature Books

Posted on September 25, 2009 by Annie Fain

Did you know: “Miniature books, most of which are less than three inches tall and some of which are smaller than a penny, have delighted readers for centuries. Popular because they were easily carried or concealed, these historic books range … 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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Once Upon a Time…

Posted on October 1, 2008 by Annie Fain

“Once upon a time… storybooks held a special place in our lives, filling our hearts with wonder. Thanks to this extraordinary crafting anthology we can experience that magic again in a marvelous new way by recreating and reinterpreting the picture … Continue reading →

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