My artist friend Mary Ann Johnson came by yesterday and, among other things, we talked about our mutual love for beautiful paper. Mary Ann has been making books for a long time and has a fabulous collection of artisan papers which she shared with us at the Lotus Book workshop. Here are some of the books she’s made.
Handpainted accordion book by Mary Ann Johnson
Coptic bound book by Mary Ann Johnson
Handpainted accordion book by Mary Ann Johnson
We both agreed that one of the best online shops to find great paper is Hollanders. It’s a bookbinding store that offers over 2000 kinds of decorative paper – check out these beauties:
I showed Mary Ann an experiment I’ve been doing with paper beads as part of my planning for an upcoming Wax and Fiber Talisman workshop at the Gaian Soul retreat. After I’ve rolled the beads, I coat them with beeswax. It gives a wonderful luster and smoothness and makes them look almost like ancient cocoons.
Rolled paper bead
Coating with beeswax
Waxed and unwaxed paper beads
Playing with paper has infinite possibilities – go to Hollanders website and get inspired. Another great site is Mulberry Papers and More. And if you’re in San Antonio, Herweck’s has a good selection, as well.
A step ahead, as always, Lyn! Your paper beads are lovely. I can’t wait to see what you’ll be doing with them…Linda
Oh, Linda – thanks! I love your new website!
The beads are beautiful Lyn!
I am having fun – they are so easy.
Love those beads!
Thanks, Patte – ♥
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