my very first book project
It seems fitting to start with a post about the very first book project I ever did. Nearly five years ago - before Good Stock even - I played hooky from work to make a “sixty” book celebrating my mom’s sixtieth birthday.
I bought a book on Amazon on how to bind a book, had my sister-in-law ship old photos to me, borrowed my friend’s computer and scanner, and went to work. I still love this book.
Don’t ask why it took so long to figure out this was a passion of mine and I should start a business doing it….that is hindsight talking.
About the book. I wanted to tell the different “chapters” of my mom’s life - as a daughter, sister, wife, mother, teacher, and friend. I opted for a very simple photographic layout with some messages and poems from family and friends printed in the back.
It was a very touching gift and is still prominently displayed in my mom’s living room.
