A second look: memorial paper bag book

Last updated : March 1, 2017
This month for Second on the 2nd I’d like to share a handmade book that actually came up in conversation just last week. As I went searching through my blog for the post I was so surprised at how many years had passed. Over the years I’ve made at least 20 of these paper bag books. Every single one was different. The ones I had the most fun with were when I knew the recipient and could tailor it for them in particular. Now that being said, I didn’t actually know my friends uncle but she had told me so many stories and memories of him that I think I did a pretty good job of channeling that into the book. Plus I’ve known a couple authentic cowboys in my lifetime.
Take a look….
3/14/2011
I got a call this morning asking if I’d want to make a custom paper bag book that would be at a memorial service. My friend Sandy explained that her uncle had been a real Montana cowboy if there ever was one. A simple man who spent his whole life being a cowboy…working cattle and horses…riding the rodeo…
I was touched that her mom had requested one of these books for her brother’s service. I got to work immediately since time is of the essence. She told me I could share the photos of the book.
There are lots of tags as well as some vintage postcards from Montana tucked into the pockets. Plenty of space for friends and family to write little notes, tell stories or simply sign their name.

 

5 Thoughts on A second look: memorial paper bag book
    Erika n
    2 Mar 2017
    3:41am

    What a great idea to collect memories. Glad you could accommodate your friend’s mom with such a special book and glad you shared with us too

    Kathy
    2 Mar 2017
    8:29am

    Oh wow I love this! very creative.
    Have an awesome day
    Kathy

    Valerie-Jael
    2 Mar 2017
    9:01am

    What a great book, well worth a second look!
    Hugs, Valerie

    Bleubeard and Elizabeth--
    2 Mar 2017
    9:04am

    I remember this post and this book. I thought you did an excellent job then, and still do. It is a beautiful tribute and I simply adore all the tags and images you created.

    Thanks for bringing this back for a second look on the 2nd.

    froebelsternchen
    2 Mar 2017
    9:35am

    Am amazing journal Halle!

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