the last of the class samples...

I managed to finish up the last sample for the book making class:  the Dos-a'-dos book:

I used amate bark paper for this book and the inside is filled with banana paper.   That's another one of Gina's awesome clay pieces on the front.  I love the way it looks on this book.

I have fallen head over heels for soy wax batiking so I decided to buy myself a little present:

An Indonesian Copper Batik Tjap from Dharma Trading.  These things sell almost instantly after they're posted on the Dharma website but I was lucky enough to grab this one.  It's a large one, each of the flowers measure about 3" at their widest point.  Now I just need a rain free day so I can set up outside and use it!

Comments

[Michele]

Ooooh, lucky girl! I've wanted one of those tjaps forever. My sister goes to India occasionally and she knows next time NOT to come home without one for me! Can't wait to see your results using it.

[Mags]

Another lovely book Sue and that Tjap was a great find, I'm sure you will be making some wonderful things using it.

[Kathy]

Beautiful book, Sue. Look forward to seeing the fabric you create with your new tjap.

[Saucy Chick Sherry]

Congratulations on your "etsy finds" coverage today with your faux brown leather paper bag journal. Your newest dos-a-dos book is amazing as all of your work is.

[Gina]

Another great book; the 'two-in-one' is really cool! And I'm so pleased that my clay tag has found such a place of honor.

I'm looking forward to seeing the gorgeous fabrics you'll create with the Tjap!

[Sandy Jandik]

Another great book-you just don't stop. The printing block will make super fabrics.

[Terri]

Fabulous book! And WOW, that tjap is so gorgeous, I can't wait to see your batiked fabric using that.

[Judi (Approachable Art)]

Such a beautiful book, Sue. And I have Tjap envy, that's going to be so much fun to work with!