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.
