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Last Look Back
Heartfelt journaling is at the core of every memory book. (c) The artist reserves about a third of this page for writing, ending her story with a sweet arrangement of vintage images and tender words of love. source Hand-dyed ribbon, artchixstudio.com

Lovin’ from the Oven
Interactivity is a key ingredient in Lesley’s work. (d) Pockets invite the viewer to stop and explore, rather than just flip through pages. Recipe cards handed down through generations of women are an homage to home, comfort, and motherly love. source Stickers, cookbookin.com.

LESLEY's TOP TIPS
Save your selvage. Sometimes the most interesting pieces of fabric are the ends that are meant to be cut off and thrown away.
When looking for an old board book to alter, choose a sturdy one with only a few pages. The book will get quite bulky as you add fabric and embellishments.
Be sure to mix in a few vintage items with new stickers and embellishments to keep projects from having a too-new feel.

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