Titmouse II and More Books

I've tried the titmouse again; this time with Pan Pastels on that same dark card stock that I've been using. I actually used a bit of colored pencil also as I don't have a orangey brown color for his underwing area. I don't think this one is quite right either, but it is an improvement over the first attempt. What do you think?

I purchased a couple of ATC mats from Dick Blick this past week and they arrived this weekend. I think I am going to be really happy with this. Now I just need an 11" x 14" frame and I think I will hang them in the living room. Here is what they will look like:

I've made two more books this weekend - one of them is for the giveaway and the other will go into my inventory here. I also have a couple more started and need to do some final assembly and sewing today.

This one I am sending to a giveaway winner.

This one will be available at Faint Heart Art for $25.

I am still procrastinating about cleaning house, especially the bathrooms. I must get to them today after I do my workout routine. Then I will reward myself by making books. 

Here are the next ones in the works:

I kept the spine on this book and will either attach the signatures with an X pattern through the spine or may do a long stitch through slots on the spine.

I've been getting more covers ready and here is the selection so far

I really like the title on the bottom one: The Foolish Gentlewoman.

Well, if I am to get anything done today I'd best get it in gear. I hope all is well with you and yours and I hope to see you again tomorrow.

xoxo