New Purchases

These are the books that I've bought last night from BooksActually.

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THE BOY WITH THE FLOWER THAT GREW OUT OF HIS ASS

Special 10th Anniversary Edition, Signed by Cyril Wong 

Published by Math Paper Press

Designed by Anonymous

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Singkarpor by Aik Beng Chia
Published by Math Paper Press

* On the cover: pieces of Singkarpor picked off its streets.

There are few different versions of cover to choose.

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THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES by Speak Cryptic
This book presents his work from 2011 through mid 2013.

Published by Math Paper Press

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RUBBISH FAMZINE #04: THE INCOMPLETE HERBARIUM AND OTHER GARDEN CITY EXPLOITS
Published by Holycrap *

Holycrap is a family art collective by Claire, the 41 year old Mom, Renn, the 11 year old Dreamer, Aira, the 9 year old Romantic & Pann, the 42 year old Dad. They believe that expression is a form of art, able to manifest in many ways & are constantly in the pursuit of anything & everything creative. Relentless too, in exploring subjects, experiments, travels or any other strange exploits while seeking to document their thoughts & feelings through printed pages with their international award winning Rubbish Famzine. Limited to 300 pcs.

BooksActually 10th Anniversary

Since my first visit in 2007, I've been following this quiant little bookstore from Telok Ayer Street, Ann Siang Hill, its new store Polymath and Crust @ Club Street which was later combined into one, and now taking root at Tiong Bahru.

Started in 2005, BooksActually has been home to readers, local writers, artists, designers, and independent publishers. We have moved four times while amassing even more shelves for books and vintage bric-a-brac. For years, the bookstore has been a literary utopia for book lovers, hosting the most prolific Singaporean authors of our generation. Its achievements include being a full-fledged bookstore, a groundbreaking publishing-house, a refuge for readers, watering hole for writers, and home to three beautiful cats.

Still unpacking and preparing for official opening at 7pm

Vintage Clutches by French fashion designer Olympia-Le Tan

These one-of-a-kind artworks cost $320 each.

!!! CONGRATULATION !!!

Thank You ❤️

As you start on your new venture

this brings a wish your way,

For many happy moments

to fill each coming day,

And as you face the future

that's waiting just for you,

May you soon discover

your dreams have all come true,

BEST WISHES

17 Nov 2015 

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Medieval Bookbinding

This is my baby step to the ocean of Medieval Bookbinding techniques before I can do restoration on antiquarian books with leather.  Due to family matters, I need to slow down my learning quest a little bit for now, till the right time for me to plunge in full force.

Organised by Bryn Artisan Atelier @ Holland Village , the workshop was conducted by experienced local craftsman, 71-year old Mr Chong.

Tailor-made in Malaysia, sewing frame and book press are cleverly combined together into this compact form for use.
Thinking of DIY a piece myself.

My baby.  I have used different colour for the front and back cover. The leather, which was imported from Italy, is nice to the touch.

The paper used here are 100% Cotton Heavyweight paper. 10 signatures plus 2 endpapers in total.

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The Place

Love to see and feel all the beautiful and colourful materials.

Of top of that, Biscuits and coffee were served during the workshop.  a set of IGGY's limited edition, handcrafted chocolates/macarons/jellys were offered as well.  Oh mind ...... Sweet!

Lucky Charms

Wanna thank my beloved colleagues for this beautiful farewell pressie.

I will be leaving the company this month to pursue my study and personal interests. Time does fly. Almost 6 years plus 9 months since then.  I have enjoyed working there and have learnt a great deal.

As the slogan of PANDORA :

Unforgettable Moments.

The girls really put in effort in selecting the respective beads.
From left to right,
Graduate Owl - A night owl like myself graduates from my study. A good charm indeed.
Red Murano Glass - The color red is the color of energy, passion and action.  Okey dokey, I got to admit, I am a hot-tempered person. RED!
I ❤️ Music - Yes. I am.  You may not agree with my taste.  I like to bombard myself with all kind of music, be it Anime, classical, Dance, Hip Hop, Asian Pop, Jazz, Latin, New Age, Pop, R&B, Rock ..... in various languages,  while working the shit out.  Musics really motivate me.  Sorry if it is too loud, at times almost unbearable.
Camera - I do love to take snapshots pretty often nowadays.
Night Out - A fun and flirty sterling silver cocktail glass charm representing my 'occasional' love of drinking.  Please don't mistake me as an alcoholic though. If there is coffee mug charm, I am pretty sure the girls will get me that.  I am more of a severe caffeine addict.

Thank you girls. ❤️