Monday, September 10, 2012
Ohé Ho! vintage Swiss song book journal
This is another journal made from an old song book that had definitely seen better days. This one dates to 1933. I reworked it, keeping some of the original pages and filling it with a variety of papers for photos and notes, plus pockets at the back for souvenirs. A paper lace trim was added to the cover and back bottom edge and I varnished it for added shine and protection. I made this for a friend who is also a singer. I had envisioned her using it to keep notes, mementos, and photos from her gigs. So that she could easily add to it, I used ring binders. Ribbon and treble clef charms adorn the sides and a pretty ribbon keeps it all closed.
This is a stunning piece of work, as are all your creations. Your friend is using it as a song book, mostly to enter her gigs and impressions of them. She stores it in a prominent place, on top of her bookshelf, where she sees it everyday. Thank you for this wonderful gift.
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