I just saw this thoughtful tutorial by Andy English on how to use bookplates (via Craftzine) and it set me thinking... Does anybody use bookplates still? And if not, why not? Are they too close to scribbling in your books (sacrilege!) or do you find the notion of a personal library antiquated and dull ?
As a regular lender of books I often think I should keep better track of my precious bundles. Plus, it doesn't take much to convince me that I need new stationery in my life.
There are loads of beautiful ready-made bookplates available. This puffin design makes me feel wonderfully nostalgic and costs just £2.99 for a pack of 25 from The Literary Gift Company.
If you have a large library (or don't have the cash to splash on a set), this tutorial from Amy Merrick offers free printable designs so that you can make your own.
So, what do you think? Are you tempted?
For a beautiful selection of classic bookplates designs, see www.bookplateink.com.
Posted by: Karen Gardner | 19 October 2010 at 02:04 PM
I can't put bookplates in my books. It feels weird. I can however put them in the front of my notebooks/journals :)
Posted by: Clover | 20 October 2010 at 11:06 AM