From Nancy Templeton:

The advent of technology has created wonderful advantages in providing access to the “information highway”. Kindle gives us an opportunity to read texts anytime, anywhere. But, as is the case with any “progress”, there will be casualties along the way. The beautiful hardback books with colorful embossing and cloth or leather bindings are now relegated to the dusty shelves of thrift stores or are dumped into landfills. My art form is one of transformation and appreciation.  I carefully remove the pages and recycle them to other artists for their projects. Then, I make a box of recycled wood from cabinetmakers short pieces using machine and hand techniques. I replace the binding adding offset brass hinges and a rare earth magnet to ensure closure. These beautiful “relics” now serve a different purpose. You can conceal jewelry, money, passports, etc. in plain sight. No one will know that it isn’t what it appears to be.  And, the original work of art can still be cherished.   

Dear Nancy,

I must tell you, you are a true professional. I could not be happier with the bookbox you created from the "Heidi" book I sent you. Absolutely beautiful. You have made my Christmas with my granddaughter an extra special one to look forward to.

Thank you very much, Ed   

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