This journal cover design was inspired by a wet feather. Simple but effective the shape was cut out with a scroll saw then attached to the pine wood cover with glue and two upholstery tacks just to make sure it stays put. The feather shape is stained and varnished in a mahogony color. the covers are natural pine. The spine cords are crossed at the back of the book. This makes the book hold firm and keeps it from being floppy. Also provides added strength. The pages will open flat for sketching writing or pasting. A lovely decorative journal for someone very special.

The particular method of stitching that I use to bind most of my journals evolved from the coptic stitch and involves sewing on cords leaving an open spine. This allows each book to open completely flat which is a wonderful feature when writing, gluing or sketching and also strengthens the spine.

This book has 224 pages.
Book measures 24cm X 12.5cm
Approximately 9.5" x 4.75"
This book is numbered and signed

COUNTING PAGES:
When I list the number of pages in a book, I am referring to one side of each leaf. For example, in a book with numbered pages, Page 17 would be on one side of the leaf or piece of paper, Page 18 on the other side. Therefore, a book with 224 pages would have 112 leaves.