Flowers, Fabric and Ribbons

On a recent visit to the local art supplies store I was unable to resist buying paper for drawing.  I chose simple cartridge paper with a smooth surface (lovely, although still a long way second to beautiful Bristol Board!).


I was then drawn by an unidentifiable source to the sketch books.  However, seeing the prices - and the paper quality - I decided to head home and make my own sketch book using the reduced price cartridge paper and my bookbinding skills.

I made the sketch book above using the traditional hand binding technique of sewing onto tapes.  I covered the grey board with a piece of (one of) my favourite Liberty design fabrics which I had backed with paper for this purpose. 


I love the result and the sketch book has become one to treasure - to a point where I am still thinking of a drawing worthy of its beauty!  


I am determined that this will be filled anon......