when feeling low and down belowwhen feeling trapped under the snow the golden rays undo what’s spunand i step out into the sun
Vocabsy – Build the longest word chain in 60 seconds
If you’ve ever been on road trips with friends or family, you know this – after it’s been a few hours and you’ve exhausted various entertainment options, be it conversations or listening […]
I finally found a leather paring knife
Ok…so – if you’ve ever tried to make your own hard cover leather journal, and you’re like me in that you’re self taught and you’re using whatever leather you can find to […]
Bookbinding excursions in Florence
I recently went on a one week trip to Florence, Italy – the heart of the renaissance, a city filled with gorgeous sculptures and art at every turn and corner. As a […]
An ode to keeping a travel journal
The Smell of Spices and History I open my leather journal and take a deep breath. The smell of spices and history wafts up from the pages, reminding me of my recent […]
Change your environment to interrupt your thought patterns
For the last few months, I’ve been feeling a bit out of sorts. My job is mostly remote and while working from home offers a lot of flexibility, it also keeps one […]
The benefits of bookbinding for mental health
On days when you might be feeling a bit stressed, anxious or just low on energy, it is helpful to have an activity that can take your mind off of things, and […]
A philosophical fiction story about bookbinding
There was a time when bookbinding was considered a sacred art, a craft that required patience, skill, and dedication. It was a practice that demanded a deep understanding of the materials and […]
Five more common mistakes to avoid during bookbinding and making DIY books
A long time ago, I wrote a post on six common mistakes to avoid when making your own DIY books. I had just started making my own books at the time, and […]
Don’t pity the solo traveler. Traveling solo is fun!
Recently over the long weekend, I went solo to Washington DC to check out the museums and enjoy the city on my own. At the entrance to one of the museums, the […]
Sonali Mangal 