Not only do I hoard novels, mysteries, historical fiction and a few other genres, but I also add craft books to my to-be-bought list on a constant basis.
I have a bookcase dedicated to my crafty books where I keep books on bookbinding, journaling, paper arts, and where I also keep stacks of my favorite magazines like Bound & Lettered and Somerset Studio.
So this Friday Finds is dedicated to listing some craft books I really, really want.
- 500 Handmade Books by Suzanne Tourtillot. I actually got to see this book before it was even out at the bookstores as my bookbinding teacher has several of his art books featured in this book and so he had an advance copy of it. This book is not a how-to but it’s a wonderful source of inspiration. Makes me daydream about books I want to make one day.
- Bookcraft by Heather Weston. This one is a how-to and while I already have lots of good books on bookbinding, I usually can’t resist when a new one comes out.
- Handmade Hellos by Eunice Moyle. I love getting real letters. I used to be so good about sending them too but lately I’ve gotten very lazy. Maybe I need this fun little kit to get me writing again.
- True Vision by L.K. Ludwig. I think I may have mentioned this one before but I finally got a chance to see it and confirmed that I want to add it my bookshelf.
So those are my finds. I’m off to enjoy the weekend… Hope you do too!
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I LOVE 500 Handmand Books and agree that it’s a great source of inspiration. I used to take bookbinding classes at RISD, but then the teacher left to go to grad school in Chicago (how selfish of her… 😉 ) so now I say I’m going to find time to make books, but it just doesn’t happen.
You are going to have to get a four-bedroom home soon and convert 2 bedrooms to libraries!
Have fun this weekend!
I wish I had room to have bookcases devoted to specific genres!! Right now I have piles. 🙂
Michael – The book is great isn’t it? I am jealous that you were able to go to RISD! One day I hope to take a class/workshop at the Center for Book Arts in NY or Chicago’s Center for Book Arts. Oh and yes, making books is great but time consuming. Sigh… I think I lose a fair amount of time deciding sometimes on either reading or making books! ha,ha.
Isabel – Ooh, You got that right 🙂 And of course my husband also hoards books and paper!
Heather – I have five bookcases and they are packed. I don’t know where to put new book purchases – I guess I need to buy a 6th?! 🙂
I love craft books (and needlework and art books). I went through a phase when I was working on collage, so I have a nice stack of them. They are still tempting, though I don’t buy them as often as they are usually more expensive than your run of the mill novel. Also I don’t have anymore room for them! I love the sound of the book on the top of your list!
I don’t horde craft books for me, but I do love to get craft books for my kids. My daughter is always asking me to get out her craft book so we can make a project together. It’s great fun!!
I just had my first ever lesson on how to crochet on Saturday. I must admit that I have tried to learn this craft by reading books, however having someone there to teach me what to do made a world of difference! I think this is going to be a fun hobby for me. We have six book cases full of books, but we are a family of four so you have us beat!
Danielle – I really don’t have more room for a lot of my magazines so I think it’s time to cull out the older stuff you know. I love craft books but I’m trying to be good and just stick with the ones I ‘really’ need 🙂
Nicole – I’ve seen so many fun crafty books for kids lately. I bet you guys have so much fun! 🙂
Shadan – Oh girl, that’s great! I can’t wait to hear all about it. It’s so funny but whenever I try a new craft I definitely prefer to go to a class first and then check out a book. It just makes things a bit easier you know. Oh and I get the feeling your younger bookworm will be catching up to me soon 🙂
Some people collect shoes. I collect books. Especially craft books! I love vivid inspiration. Kids’ craft books are especially fun. I’ll be digging into your recommendations. Thank you!