Personalized Memorial Keepsakes, more information
Memorial Guest Book Keepsake w/message cards
Celebrate the life of your loved one with a tribute and memorial guest keepsake from closest friends and family. A unique alternative to the traditional memorial guest book - have your guests share memories and messages on luxurious message cards and combine them with photographs in the elegant and archival album. Your memorial guest book becomes a meaningful memorial keepsake and tribute to your loved one.
Physical Description: Memorial Guest Book Keepsake
Our personalized memorial keepsake books have a timeless fashion. They are bound in your choice of luxurious rayon cloth or distinguished bonded leather in many colors.
Your guests will leave a personal message on the high-end stationery from Italy - Fabriano Medioevalis' soft white, deckle-edged cards. The combination of these cards in the album are a perfect blend of old-world elegance and modern simplicity. Your event's elegance and sophistication will not stop short at your guest book and memorial keepsake.
Your memorial guest book keepsake can accommodate events of all sizes and creators in any count. Your guest book can accommodate up to 60-80 guests "as is" but it can be expanded to accommodate events over 350 guests.
The unique guest book come standard with 40 self-adhesive message cards (think families, couples!) and 80 photocorners, with page space to hold just 80 message cards. But it can be expanded because your guest book is concealed screw post bound. It's easy to expand your guestbook with additional pages and message cards.
You can personalize your book and have it overnight shipped for next day delivery with embossed personalization. And you can add some memorial legacy pages to the book as well.
Memorial Keepsake Guest Book Creation
At a service or gathering: Leave the message cards out on a table with plenty of pens and a sign asking your guests to share a memory on your loved one. *Idea: You can complete this book by mailing cards out to friends and family who did not make the service. **Idea: To supplement the memorial cards, add lined pages to your book for guests to sign in.
Separate from an event - created virtually: Simply mail the cards with a self-addressed envelope asking for a memory or message on your loved one. Create the memorial keepsake from these stories and photographs. *Idea: Mail the message cards in the mail with a thank you card or alone.
With our Memorial Guest Book Keepsake, there are
~ no waiting in lines (guests can leave an unrushed message)
~ no missed entries since message cards can be easily mailed
~ no blank pages
~ no templates to restrict your memorial keepsake
~ no need for accessories or tools since everything is included
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Photo Memory Book
We can make a handsome photo memory book of your loved one. We can easily create a photo memory book of your loved one - professionally printed and hard-bound in your choice in color of linen or leather - just in time for a service. We can create copies so each family member has their own copy of your loved ones legacy memory book.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many guests does each book accommodate?
How will I collect the guests' messages?
Why wouldn't I ask my guests to write a message in a regular lined guest book?
Can I use my photo in the front cover?
What kind of recycled pages are in the keepsake book?
Why are the pages in the leather book kraft?
I would like the leather book however I would like white pages. Is this possible?
What does deckle-edging look like?
What’s so special about Fabriano Medioevalis?
Are these keepsake books handmade?
What kind of photo corners is included?
If I wanted to see the keepsake book in person before I purchase it, where can I find one?
Why are the prompts and response cards self-adhesive?
My event is next week. Will I be able to get a keepsake book in time?
What if I make a mistake while writing on the cards?
Do you find that people are hesitant to share their feelings on the spot?
How many guests does each book accommodate?
No matter how many people you will have at your event, your guest book can handle them all. Each memorial guest book can accommodate up to 60-80 guests "as is" but it can be expanded to accommodate events over 350 guests.
The memorial guest book comes standard with 40 self-adhesive message cards (think families, couples!) and 80 photocorners, but with space to hold just 80 message cards. Because your guest book is concealed screw post bound, it can be expanded with more pages or pages can be taken out. It's easy to expand your guestbook withadditional pages and message cards.
How will I collect the guests' messages?
You can do this many different ways. We recommend having a table designated for the guest book, have the message cards out with pens so that your guests can write their message and leave out a beautiful box to collect the cards.
Why wouldn't I ask my guests to write a message in a regular lined guest book?
You could have your guests sign a lined guest book - you won't be the first! There are several reasons why you would want to try our guest book. For starters, the screw post binding means you can create a memorial book any size! You can add or remove pages as needed. With our message cards, your guests can write in their leisure and they won't spend much time waiting in a line. Most importantly, you will have messages, stories and wishes from those closest to you in one timeless keepsake.
My loved one's funeral has passed but I would really like to make a memoir book in their honor. How can I do this?
Great idea. You don't have to create this memoir book at a funeral. You can create it before or after an event by mailing the message cards and a return envelope to your loved one's friends and family. There is no limit to how much time can pass before you create a tribute book to your late loved on.
Can I use my photo in the front cover?
Yes, the window box of our keepsake books is for your photograph, image, art or handwritten note. The inside of the front cover has a slit where you can slide your picture.
What is screw post binding?
All of our keepsake books and keepsake journals are bound by screw post. What this means to you is flexibility. Pages can be added and removed at your leisure. Yet the binding is concealed. Both of the covers have a narrow flap punched with holes and creased so they are folded under when the covers are closed. A post and screw is inserted through each hole in both covers and matching holes punched in the album pages. When the screws are tightened and the covers are closed, the post heads are concealed. Pages can be added or removed from albums bound in this manner. The number of pages that can be included depends on the length of the available screw posts.
What kind of recycled pages are in the keepsake book?
The smooth and archival pages in the wedding guest book are 30% post consumer. Our book boards also contain recycled content. Our need to use recycled content does not affect the quality or timelessness of our products. All of our products, from the tape used in adhesion to the glue binding the cloth/leather on the board is acid-free and archival.
Why are the pages in the leather book kraft?
The beauty of the leather is highlighted by the kraft color. It is sophisticated and chic. The kraft color also gives the pages a rustic feel which compliments the leather nicely.
I would like the leather book however I would like white pages. Is this possible?
Absolutely. Please contact us prior to placing the order online because it is a custom order. The cost for this custom order will remain the same.
What is bonded leather?
Bonded leather is a material composed of leather fibers constructed into a fibrous mat to create an often identical look and feel to that of genuine leather. Bonded leather is often indiscernible from genuine leather. Blue Sky Papers’ bonded leather is premium bonded leather and it has a beautiful natural appearance with a light shine. It does not scratch easily like genuine leather and should maintain its quality appearance for generations.
There is no set standard for what quantifies “archival quality,” however the main characteristic of something archival quality is that it is acid-free. Acid in papers cause discoloration and aging overtime. Blue Sky Papers keepsake books are made with acid-free pages.
What does deckle-edging look like?
Deckle-edging is a fashion and style of paper where the edges appear torn or unfinished. Common to handmade papers where the fibers are not cut off the edges, deckle-edged paper is considered to be a sophisticated look and is often viewed as “European.” Blue Sky Paper’s Recipe Book and Guest Books (Memorial and Wedding Guest Book) contain deckle-edged paper from Fabriano Medioevalis.
What’s so special about Fabriano Medioevalis?
Fabriano Medioevalis is a high-end stationery line that is mould-made and hand torn for its exquisite deckle-edge. Built on seven centuries of tradition and quality for which they are renown, Fabriano is the jewel of Italian paper making. Your Fabriano Medioevalis paper is made on slow rotating mould machines and impeccably crafted out of the finest paper pulp in 260 gram weight cards. The cards are thick and are in a soft ivory cream color.
Are these keepsake books handmade?
Yes, Blue Sky Papers keepsake books and keepsake journals are handmade. And they are handmade in the USA.
What kind of photo corner is included?
Our keepsake books come with clear, acid-free photo corners. These are self-adhesive – no licking to get them sticking!
If I wanted to see the keepsake book in person before I purchase it, where can I find one?
Our keepsake books and keepsake journals are carried in a number of retail stores, both national and local – RedEnvelope, Paper Thread (an American Greetings Store) and OnPaper to name a few. We do not have a current list of retailers but we would be happy to direct you to a store close to you. Please call 866-708-7750 or emailservice@blueskypapers.com and we will be happy to help!
I would like to have a keepsake book made just for my situation which does not fall under your current offerings. How can I go about having one made?
Just give us a call or email us! We have made custom keepsake books for quite a few people. It is quick and easy and you should have your book in less than 2 weeks.
Why are the prompts and response cards self-adhesive?
The message cards are self-adhesive for easy assembly. No need for glue or tape. Just remove the liner and apply them to the pages.
My event is next week. Will I be able to get a keepsake book in time?
We can expedite ship your order. You can locate the shipping cost under the policy section of our website.
What if I make a mistake while writing on the cards?
We provide ample message cards (aka tributettes) with each keepsake book. If you were to want more, you can order more tributettes. While this handmade book is appreciated for its human element, it is a good idea to write the responses on a separate sheet of paper before writing on your tributette response card.
What kind of pens work best?
We find that roller ball, gel and felt-tip pens work best on our tributettes response cards. The ink dries quickly and looks more sophisticated. We also find that ball point pens may smudge if touched quickly after writing.
Do you find that people are hesitant to share their feelings on the spot?
Oh no! It's WAY easier for people to express themselves in writing. Once they understand what a special gift it is for the recipient, everyone wants to participate. It's the one thing all the guests have in common – honoring the recipient!
Why wouldn’t I use a regular album and use tape, glue, paper and photocorners to create one myself?
You just answered part of the question yourself - tape, glue, photo corners - all of which take time and money. Plus, you will have extra supplies which just take up space. Blue Sky Paper’s Keepsake Books contain all that you need (and nothing more) to create your one-of-a-kind gift. We make it easy for you!
I want one of your guest books but I am not going to use it for a wedding or as a memoir book. Does this matter?
Our guest books are the same, they are simply marketed separately. You can use Blue Sky Papers’ guest books for any occasion!
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