In my studio :: ready for binding

In my studio :: new product lines!

I've been working on these for quite a while. It didn't take me long to make them, but I spent a couple of weeks testing them, making sure they are durable enough to last through the rigors of the day. I even had Isabel play with them, and they survived! So I figured they were ready to be launched.

You got it! Hand-bound book earrings. I had made a pair for myself a little while ago, and I really like them. People notice them, ask me about them, and it gives me an opportunity to tell people what I enjoy doing.

I have also made some leather book key chains, all different sizes.



They are a fun and easy way to cart a book by The Orange Windmill around with you.

You can now find both new lines in my Etsy shop.

In my studio :: ready for binding

Here is a little peek of what a mini journal looks like just before I start binding it:

In my studio :: items to ship!

I love seeing a big pile of packages ready to go to the post office.

In my studio :: packaging

I'm going to be showing you - for the first time ever! - my packaging super powers.

Here is what the final product looks like. superb, I know.

Here is what is included with the customer's purchase:

         1. my business card from overnightprints.com

         2. a handwritten "thank you" note, including a coupon code for any future purchases

             and a request to come again.

         3. a note explaining the origin of the journal and the vision of The Orange Windmill.

         4. a little gift - a small notebook that you can carry in your pocket for quick jots.

         5. a little book plate from flapperdoodle - to tell the world who owns this journal.

I wrap the journal in reclaimed kraft wrapping paper.

A product label from VampItOn, which tells the customer I use recycled packing materials.

I wrap the final product up with twine, and slide the "extras" under the bow... and VOILA!

What do you think?

In My Studio :: Piles of Leather

In My Studio :: Journals, Journals, Everywhere!