Saturday, July 12, 2008

MORE PICS OF BOOK






I finally have more pictures of the book, but first, a photo of my antique letterpress, which I am using to do much of the custom printing involved. This press is over 100 years old and I have many fonts of antique lead and hand carved wood type in the type case next to it.
























The next pic is some neat stuff on my table top that I am using in the book. There will be lots of vintage paper and materials used in the printing and binding of the book.
The next pictures are of different pages in the book, and I hope to show that there will be many inclusions, such as a ticket to the Theatre of Dreams, and an Opening NIght poster! At the end of the book, there is a beautiful surprise, but I cannot show it yet! There will be a limited edition of 350 copies, and I have pre-sold 98. I do not expect them to last through the fall. If you would like a copy, please call or write at the address and number listed in my previous post. Each copy is $250, and I can reserve a copy for 50% down payment!

25 comments:

Tanuj Solanki said...

u have a very nice thing in that press there....with the fonts and all....best of luck

peace

Unknown said...

I admire your work very much. And loved seeing the vintage press. My dream would be to have one of your books. Thanks for sharing.

Teresa
www.teresaksheeley.typepad.com

peggy said...

Oh Wendy, what a tease you are. I am waiting, impatiently!!! Counting the days until I can get my hands on my copy.
Peggy

Anonymous said...

Such a tease! Loved the photo's!

Needful Friends said...

those fotos look great...to visit your page is a travel into the past...I really enjoyed it. so lovely

thanks anja

Lola Enchanted said...

Amazing!!!!!

Iva Wilcox said...

I feel so privileged to be among the few who have purchased your lovely book. It will be a treasure for sure, with all your special touches. I can't wait!
~ Iva

Homestead Mercantile said...

I will be ordering one of your delightful books. I have been a fan for sometime now and am very excited about your book and blog. I will check in often to see what you are up to.
You are a true inspiration!
Thanks,
Pamela
http://HomesteadMercantile.blogspot.com

Melissa Valeriote said...

What an incredible amount of work you are putting into each and every book! Each one of piece of art. Amazing!

Michele R. Unger said...

Wendy,

I can't WAIT to get my copy of Theatre of Dreams! I am also signed up for the studio visit during the ZNE ConvenZioNE in August, so will have a chance to meet you then.

In the meantime, I have nominated your blog for a Brilliante Weblog award. Please see my blog (bellstjournal.blogspot.com) for the rules.

All the best,
Michele Unger

Kevin said...

I would love to live in the world you envision. All I see about this upcoming book says to me that I will treasure it. Your talent is awesome.

dime store daze said...

I want more pictures Please Miss Wendy , Your such a tease :0)
miss you
T.

Saucy said...

Wendy,

Delightful... I am a second-generation printmaker and lover of all things vintage, letterpress etc. Thanks for starting a blog.

Anonymous said...

Hi Wendy,

Looking forward meeting you. Oh boy, a new book, neat news. I'll check the piggy bank.
What a surprise since that I just today rec;d my special Rogers Gardens event postcard. My favorite local nursery I often go to in town. A beautiful place at the sea.. Funny too, because, I'll be in Pleasanton, CA later in August. Then I'll be in Porta Costa. Oh, Boy..
I can't wait.

Warmly,
Karla

oldflowers4me said...

i just love to say-wow-the hours you have spent in doing your book-im so glad you have a blog world-so us girls from across the ocean -can see ,all your things-singing and skipping love jo

melanie said...

It is almost the end of August, and I am wondering if there are still copies left to order. They look fantastic...and I love your work.
Would really like to have one of the books. Could you let me know?thanks,
Melanie

Enchanted Productions by Joyce Stahl said...

Hi Wendy!

Yay! I'm so happy you finally have a blog! It was such a treat to be able to meet you (along with my other PFATT sisters during Pfatt Pfest) back in April. And to see your shoppe and tour your studio was truly a magical experience for me! You're such an inspiration for many of us! I feel so lucky to have had the opportunity to purchase your Theatre of Dreams book too. I love seeing the pictures of all of the little special touches you are adding! I know I will treasure it forever!

Enchanted Blessings!
Joyce

Sandra Evertson said...

Yeah!
Welcome to Blogland!
I have always LOVED your work and am so very Happy to see you here! I look forward to visiting often and that book, well OMG, MaGICALLY DeLICIOUS!

My Best
Sandra Evertson

Stacy French said...

Hi Wendy,
Payment in full is on the way! I am so excited to receive such a work of wonder & dreams!
Kudos to you!
Luv the pics!
Kindly,
Stacy

Danielle Muller said...

wendy...it was such a treasure to meet you and have a peek into your wonderful world. thank you for being so gracious and welcoming! i await the arrival of your book. a true heirloom. can't wait! God bless you!!

blessings,
danielle
www.thevintagedragonfly.typepad.com

Saucy said...

I am a lithographer and have always wanted to produce a limited-edition "book"... this project fascinates me! Lovely, just lovely.

AwtemNymf said...

the book is coming along nicely! I love all the imagery, lettering and nostalgia! Keep it up!
btw- I HEART the banner. Tinsel Trading Co. has good stuff - especially Vintage!!
Happy Creating!

Kevin said...

I can't wait for the Halloween open house! Anyone who hasn't been before needs to check it out, it is one of a kind.

Gabriela said...

Hello Wendy,

I followed you from Terri's blog.
I love your designs and for the looks this book is going to be wonderful!

~ Gabriela ~

Cat (darklingwoods) said...

what a wonderful process, I'm enchanted!