Tiny Book of Good Wishes

Sunday, December 20, 2009

Tiny Book of Good Wishes

Some years ago, I learned how to make star books. I love bookbinding!

I made a book for my daughter with her childhood paper mementos in it, and a star type book with photos of her great and great-great grandparents' photos in it.

This book is a tiny mini star book size that I'm sending as special holiday cards. When open they fan out to create a star shape that can be hung on the tree as an ornament.

This one is going to my daughter for her new baby's Christmas. It has vintage holiday card designs inside, I am hoping she'll like it. The baby can't play with it yet, but hopefully it will be a special memory keeper for the future, Christmas times to come.

I want to make a bunch more - and if you want to make some too, I'll be posting the instructions here after my offering to the Art Bead Scene blog for the 10th day of Christmas post.

They're 3 1/2" x 3 1/2" square on the outside, but they could be made even smaller.

It just depends on how much patience you have!

This one has a cover with a design from the Book of Kells with a faux gem on it, in pink of course! And lots of Christmas greetings for the little girl grandbaby.

So keep an eye on the Art Bead Scene blog, and then come back here for all the instructions and step by step photos.

A perfect project for a cold, blustery day!

9 comments:

Riki Schumacher said...: Lynn, aren't you the multi-talented girl! Wow, that is just beautiful. She will LOVE it! Take care my friend.; 12/20/2009
EmandaJ said...: OOoo, I can hardly wait!

Happy Holidays,
Emanda; 12/20/2009
sharon said...: This is gorgeous Llynn!; 12/20/2009
Anonymous said...: i would love to learn how to make those, they're lovely!; 12/20/2009
stregata said...: Soooo lovely!; 12/21/2009
TesoriTrovati said...: Gorgeous...is there no end to your talents, Miss Lynn? That is a treasure to be sure! Enjoy the day! Erin; 12/21/2009
Anonymous said...: Mine?; 12/21/2009
Alice said...: Beautiful! I'll be watching for the instructions!; 12/21/2009
LLYYNN - Lynn Davis said...: Jenny, my dear, that is yours. But you'll have to share with your baby girl. At least, once she's old enough not to try to eat it, LOL.

I'm not sure when the Art Bead Scene piece will run but the instructions are all ready to go!

Thanks for all the nice feedback - I'm off to go make several more tonight, I'm on a roll.; 12/21/2009

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These are so amazing and drop dead gorgeous!!! It's so hard to pick out a favorite one because I love all of them ... soooo sweet looking. I just love the muted colors. It's perfect ... I love an aged red look. I'm so glad I got it, I love the color ... it looks like it was found in an attic ... LOVE IT!!!! Then, I saw the pewter gift pieces! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! They are just beautiful and I can't wait to create soething with them. I can't wait to see what new creations you'll come up with in the future ... I'm always on the lookout for your listings.

Please keep creating because your work is simply amazing!!!!

Thanks again for everything ... Debbie

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A most wonderful and creative expression of art! I love, love, love your work. Thanks for the ultra quick shipping and extra little treat! You are wonderful! Gail

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lynndavis's work is ALWAYS unique!, whimsical!, so much fun!, magical!; packaged artistically!, sent quickly! and also well crafted! Thanks for making such wonderful art jewelry!! Renata

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Dear Lynn, This piece is amazing, even better in person. I love it! Thank you for the "state of new" charm with the cross, I fell in love with it also. You are such a gift, I am blessed to have crossed paths with you. Thank you again dear friend. Always, Gloria
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Lynn, good morning! I received the necklace yesterday and it is beyond amazing! I love how you put everything together. It is perfect! I marvel over all of your work and visit your shop often. Thank you also for the earrings, what a treat! I so appreciate your artistry and creativity, thank you for putting it out into the world. Gail
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i never have had such a beautiful piece of jewelry in my whole life, everytime i hold it in my hands it takes my breath away...i love everything about this piece including the box and delicate pouch for it to reside in..thank you from my heart!! xo~ KIM
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Hi, When I left the feedback I forgot to thank you for extra set of beads and I LOVE your little paper box!! Thanks, Terry
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Hi Lynn,I absolutely love this pendant .. In fact I was afraid to leave it to add more of your beautiful pieces! :-) I'm so thrilled to find you and your fantastic work!! I'm hoping to find some "creative beading time" next week to play with all my new goodies. I love everything so much! Thanks so much for all the wonderful gifts you always tuck in the packages, You're such a sweetie. :-)
Take Care, Thanks, Julie.
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Hi Lynn, I got them today and they're gorgeous! Thank you so much for the extras. I love the crowns even more than I thought I would. There's one that's sort of a small size...the smallest one. I really like that size and may want to get more. Thank you again! I'm excited! Deryn
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I purchased the compass rose necklace you created that was photographed in Belle Armoire last year. I love it, by the way, but I have a small question...I am a writer and have just finished a novel that I am trying to publish. I am about to complete a personal website for the book, and I would like to photograph the necklace to be one of the pop-up photos on my website. Would you have any problem with a photo of the necklace appearing on my web page? I wanted to get permission since you are the rightful creator of the piece. I just wanted to use the necklace because I am so personally fond of it. Thank you for considering. :) Best wishes to you and yours, Kelly
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I just can not begin to describe how beautiful and well made this necklace is. It's perfect. Thank you! LeAnn
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This is a beautiful necklace, built with love and received with a gracious heart! Every item she makes is a treasure, and is worth more than its weight in gold! Jenny
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Oh, it's so beautiful, you did a fantastic job painting it, and your little box is darling. You are the BEST! Sue
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This was a gift for my son's mother in law and she LOVED it!! Thank you Lynn!!
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This piece is actually more amazing in person, the picture didn't do it justice. I am more than pleased, it was suppose to be a gift but it's mine now! Thank you Lynn, I am never dissapointed! Gloria
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i've been both a little dismayed and very inspired by all the skilled and talented artists on etsy. until recently, i couldn't have named a dozen of the best without looking at a list. Now that i've discovered Lynn Davis, i've always got a place to start. She's one of those people who not only comes up with fantastic ideas then does all the work herself, even though according to her blog, she has very little time to devote to her artwork. take a look. her prices are affordable and purchases arrive very promptly. take a look at her work, then treat yourself to ten minutes (at least) with her blog. Lynn in Alabama
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Lynn Davis is a wonderful discovery. her work and her blog both inspire me, and her pieces are incredibly original and mysterious and reasonable and get from there to here faster than Superwoman. and my first order came with a delightful gift. I recommend her without reservation. Artemesia
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Lovely seller with very reasonably priced items of interest ... Thanks for the wonderful communication and the nicely prepared package. Claire
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STUNNING! Thank you Lynn for everything! You're awesome - Julie J
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i LOVE it - it looks stunning with my shift dresses!! and thank you for the cute earrings :o) - Anna
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This is so cute!!! I am wearing it right now and have gotten so many compliments today at work. It looks like an authentic Civil War prayer rosary necklace. Thank you so much! I LOVE IT!!! - Angela
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Lynn, this is such a wonderful necklace. I'm thrilled. It goes with everything and I wear it so often. Thanks so much. Julie L
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All I can say is WOW!! SOOOOO pretty in person too, especially when the light hits them. What a talented artist. My dragonfly loving friends are going to be very jealous when they see these earrings. I will definitely be back for more! Thank you so much Lynn!! I will wear them with pride :) - Heather
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This piece is 100% fantastic! I love it, and this seller could not have been any kinder to work with. An excellent buy and an excellent transaction all around. - Kelly
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