Library Style Journal: Approx. 200 pages, powder blue Buckram cover with original etching, circa 2004-5?
I made this book 3 or 4 years ago, covered in a bright blue buckram cloth with one of my etchings from Ann Arbor for my lovely step-sister.
I have to admit that seeing this etching from so long ago is rather embarrassing, and I can see so many flaws with my binding technique, but I am excited to see that the book has held up despite the worn edges. Buckram is often used for "library bindings" because of its durability. Around the time that this book was put together I was really into buckram...I loved the bold colors and the texture, plus I was still working in the conservation lab at a rare book library, so everything I made revolved around my obsession with the library aesthetic.
Thank you so much Cheri for sending these photos...and for the lovely note. It makes me want to dig out the good ole buckram for some new journals!
I hope to feature another tangible journal from the past sometime next month---please send images if you have any to share: hannaclark@gmail.com
