Somerset Place

There are many ways to find inspiration, but when the days grow shorter and colder, nothing beats curling up with a good book in the warmth and comfort of your home (or studio). Whether it’s a fictional tale that stirs the imagination, an inspiring biography, an informative piece of nonfiction, a collection of beautiful creations, or insights shared by other artists, inspirational books come in many forms. Here, we've complied more th… Read more

We'll make a confession — we love to cut up books. It may sound barbaric, but there is something immensely satisfying about cutting up a book that you were forced to read in school, or a book that you totally hated. These books find new life in mixed-media canvas, card making projects, and art journal pages. No scrap goes to waste and beautiful artwork is created in the process. Best Places to Find Old Books: Thrift Shops Library Sal… Read more

Hello Friends! In honor of World Book Day, today we're excited to share a darling bookish project! Commemorating passages from beloved books makes for a fun craft that can be used to decorate your home. In the example above we used book pages as a canvas to paint a Jane Austen quote. See below for instructions on how you can make one featuring your favorite literary quote!Bookish Quotes Project Directions 1. Use gel medium to adhere 4 pag… Read more