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Autumn Travel Sketching in a Passport TN // A.C.

Autumn Travel Sketching in a Passport TN // A.C.

While I usually use my Passport TN as a book for collecting quotes and phrases, there was a time when I used it mainly as a sketchbook. At first I... Read More
NOTEBOOK PEOPLE: An Interview with Paul Ward // Trina O’Gorman

NOTEBOOK PEOPLE: An Interview with Paul Ward // Trina O’Gorman

I’d been talking about it for weeks but had yet to walk up to a complete stranger to ask if they’d like to be interviewed for my Notebook People series.... Read More
How To Make A Simple Hand-sewn Book // A.C.

How To Make A Simple Hand-sewn Book // A.C.

In the spirit of back-to-school season, I thought I’d share a guide to sewing a simple book. This is a skill I picked up in a bookbinding class and have... Read More
The Notebook People Project: Year One  // Trina O’Gorman

The Notebook People Project: Year One // Trina O’Gorman

I am writing this essay in late August 2023, during the days often known as the dog days of summer, though, in all actuality, it has been quite cool here... Read More
Hobonichi 5-Year Techo: The Greatest Hits // A.C.

Hobonichi 5-Year Techo: The Greatest Hits // A.C.

All good planners come to an end, and my Hobonichi 5-Year Techo’s time approaches. Glancing at the sentences of years past whenever I update the diary has been such an... Read More
This Is Not About A Sandcastle // A.C.

This Is Not About A Sandcastle // A.C.

The first thing I say to Emil when we get to the beach for his birthday is: “Are you gonna dig a hole?” Although his expression doesn’t change behind his... Read More
NOTEBOOK PEOPLE: An Interview with Caroline Donahue //  Trina O’Gorman

NOTEBOOK PEOPLE: An Interview with Caroline Donahue // Trina O’Gorman

It is a challenge to find the perfect words to introduce Caroline Donahue to you because she is amazing in so many different ways, but I am going to try.... Read More
Colored Leather Metamorphosis

Colored Leather Metamorphosis

One of the most endearing and fun aspects of owning leather artifacts is being able to witness the patina and transformation as they are used over time. While it’s easy... Read More
NOTEBOOK PEOPLE: An Interview with Gregory Hazel // Trina O’Gorman

NOTEBOOK PEOPLE: An Interview with Gregory Hazel // Trina O’Gorman

If you’ve been following me on IG for at least a year, or if you read my essay about our trip to Germany last June and July 2022, then you’ve... Read More