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Problems and solutions encountered on the big proj

Problems and solutions encountered on the big project! Originally, the idea was to have old leather belts with brass buckles to fasten round the book. However, they were quite heavy and proved really tricky to open and close. So, in the end, I made these leather latch fasteners. I love them! Still managed to use the belts, too.
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So, for the big custom project I've been working o

So, for the big custom project I've been working on, the client wanted a leather 'patchwork' effect for the cover. This allowed me to use up many of my small offcuts which was super satisfying! *
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Well, I posted The Beast this morning! The post of

Well, I posted The Beast this morning! The post office was nice and quiet, thankfully, and the staff were very efficient and helpful. A sneak peek of it here, before I start to share more details over the next few days.
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I've been working on a big custom project over the

I've been working on a big custom project over the past few months, but it's finished now so I can start sharing more of it with you! It's so big it's been taking up my whole kitchen table.
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Hi everyone! Hope you are all doing ok. I spent to

Hi everyone! Hope you are all doing ok. I spent today going through all the supplies, materials, sets and instructions I have set up for Coffee.Cake.Create sessions. I'm going to turn them all into craft packs that I'll be able to post out! Who's in? *
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Signs of Spring in my garden today. * * * #signsof

Signs of Spring in my garden today.
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Today is World Storytelling Day! Why not tell your

Today is World Storytelling Day! Why not tell your own story? Write it, draw it, do it your way.
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New style book necklace! The ultimate librarian ch

New style book necklace! The ultimate librarian chic accessory. Pick one up in my Etsy store (link in bio) or support local @nenecourtemporium.
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I love reading and a lot of my products are geared

I love reading and a lot of my products are geared towards book lovers. Mark your place in your favourite book with a stamped leather bookmark, made from leather offcuts. Order from my Etsy shop (link in bio).
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(Pssst! You can order from me online at thecraftfa

(Pssst! You can order from me online at thecraftfantastic.etsy.com!)
Little bundles of scrap papers accompany these hand stitched blank books. Use them for scrapbooking, junk journaling or sketching. *
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If you're venturing out and about over the next we

If you're venturing out and about over the next week, you can pick up handmade origami Mother's Day cards at @nenecourtemporium. *
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Back from a fun creative meet up this evening with

Back from a fun creative meet up this evening with the likes of @bonfirecherry and @denegibson. Including ghostly insta pics, choose your pusheen cat and questions from the red box 😊 Looking forward to the next one.
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This super soft grey leather was cut from a piece

This super soft grey leather was cut from a piece of unwanted sample stock. With it's lil' butterfly charm, this one's perfect for Spring! It's a one-of-kind journal; take a look over in my Etsy shop (link in bio).
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Book necklaces with blank pages - write your mum a

Book necklaces with blank pages - write your mum a message for a Mother's Day gift with a personal touch. Available from my Etsy shop (link in bio) or @nenecourtemporium.
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Origami fox in a box. * * * #origami #foldersgonna

Origami fox in a box.
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It's World Book Day! Have you ever used a book exc

It's World Book Day! Have you ever used a book exchange? They're wonderful little free libraries, where you can pick books up and bring them back once read, swap books, or just drop off an unwanted title or two! I think they're great for spreading get the joy of reading. *
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Paper cranes folded from old, unwanted sheet music

Paper cranes folded from old, unwanted sheet music, strung in garlands. I think giving tattered music paper a new lease of life is one of my favourite things when it comes to upcycling. *
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I already use rescued leather for my journal cover

I already use rescued leather for my journal covers, but now the insides are reused too! I've started using this wonderful paper from Seawhites, made using technology that upcycles old takeaway cups. Pretty neat, huh?
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Not a plastic sleeve in sight! My handmade cards a

Not a plastic sleeve in sight! My handmade cards are all naked, simply wrapped in a scrap-paper band to keep them together with the envelope. *
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Should I do some more of these 'Once upon a time'

Should I do some more of these 'Once upon a time' bookmarks? Currently, I've just got 'Readers gonna read' and 'One more chapter' in stock.
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