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Whimsical Handmade Sketchbooks and Journals

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Welcome to Wandering Mermaid! Come and wander through my selection of unique and whimsical handmade sketchbooks, journals and notions. My books are made with loving care one at a time and no two are exactly the same. I handcut my own boards and my books are covered with beautiful papers that I collect from my travels around the world. I love vintage look papers and book cloth and often embellish the cover with fun details or original art. The books are bound with 100 percent hemp threads and I leave a long "tail" with a fun charm at the end to use as a natural bookmark. The inside covers are lined with matching papers and have a little pocket for keeping postcards, notes, or whatever is important to you and always come with a REAL vintage postcard or other surprise.

Most books are filled with a variety of papers so they can be used for writing, sketching, watercolor painting and keeping photographs. The inside pages often have special details on them, such as famous quotes, classic poems, original sketches, decoupage or fun facts that compliment the theme of the book. In the very back of each book there is a long, recycled brown envelope which is sewn into the binding for you to put any little memories you collect on your travels. I buy these envelopes in England because I love the vintage look to them. Each book is then named and signed.

Most books can be custom made and you can choose what kind of book you prefer (sketchbook, journal, scrapbook, photo or a combination of all!) and if you would like a particular themed book. Some favorite themes are the Beach, France, England, Travel and Nature, but anything is possible, so please let me know what you like and I'll show you what I have! Custom books can also be made for weddings, baby showers and special occasions. The standard size of the books is 6"x9" but can be made in almost any size. E-mail me with any questions PLEASE!

I teach a workshop in Northern California on how to make these books since they have become so popular. Please see listings at www.davisartcenter.org.

My hope is that you fill these enchanting books with your imagination!

Just added is the Magical Apothecary where you will find all sorts of bewitching "potions"!

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