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Have you ever had the overwhelming and heartbreaking task of planning a funeral? It's a daunting undertaking with what seems like a never-ending to-do list. That is why we have created a Funeral Planning Checklist PDF for you to download and print to help in your planning. (see below).Most of us do not have a lot- if any experience in planning a funeral until we actually find ourselves planning one. Besides the obvious heartache one is already consumed with after losing a loved one, they also ar …

Have you ever wanted to start a bullet journal, but not sure how? Or maybe you aren’t even sure what a Bullet Journal is. Well, today’s post will show you how to Bullet Journal for Beginners and give you ideas to get your pages set up before you start. What is Bullet Journaling?  Bullet journaling is an analog system used for organizing, planning and doodling your thoughts. It is a to-do list, notebook, agenda, sketchbook and diary all in one. The purpose of keeping and carrying a bullet journa …

Did you tune into watch FX’s new miniseries, Taboo TV Show? It is a British period drama set in the 1800’s starring (and co-produced) by easy-on-the-eyes, Tom Hardy. Now, you’re probably wondering why we’re bringing up a Tom Hardy TV Series…Well, the Taboo team presented us with the wonderful opportunity of designing custom leather books for them to use in post-production, prior to the show airing. Of course, we jumped at the opportunity!Our team, here, at Blue Sky Papers initially began work on …

We may not consider ourselves to be food connoisseurs but when it comes to books and making them, we’ve got you covered! When first approached about creating Restaurant Menu Covers in 2015 we were thrilled to get started on the project and break into a new (to us) territory in bookbinding.Our Restaurant Menu Covers are similar in design to other products we have created before, such as the Vow Book design or along the lines of a custom made wedding invitation holder. Ultimately, though, each men …

A lot of time and thought goes into writing one's wedding vows. With even more time, thought and effort going into living those sacred promises out. Our Wedding Vow Memorabilia serves as a daily reminder of the precious words you spoke/will speak on your wedding day.Since the design of our award winning Original Vow Book in 2015, things have naturally evolved. We have held onto our roots in the original design but made other options to fit our bride’s different aesthetics and budgets.You can see …

Sewing leather can be intimidating, however, you need not fear with this No-Sew Leather Pouch Pattern (for FREE). This DIY will take you about 5 minutes to do and makes for a chic way to carry those bits and baubles floating around in the bottom of your purse.See the No Sew Leather Satchel print out, materials and directions below. Supplies: Leather Satchel Pattern printout scrap piece of leather (at least 8x10") 24" inch leather cord leather hole puncher leather scissors Directions: Step …

I have a deep love and curiosity for all things vintage, including and especially Vintage Valentine's. I just think everything about them is sweet and romantic. The old illustrations and sweet, timeless sentiments of Vintage Valentine's make my heart swoon.We're all about preserving the old, honoring it and holding on to timeless traditions (hence the old school bookbindery that we are), so when a coworker had the idea to do a little 'renovation' (if you will) of an old family album that is slow …

We know brides are always looking for ways to save money but simultaneously ways to add a custom touch to their special day. This Wedding Ceremony Booklet and Vow Book DIY is a great way to add a unique element to your wedding day and avoid crumpled papers or an ugly binder at the alter.We created this Paper Vow Book originally in a smaller version (inspired by our Vow Book) to pass out to brides at events. After a great response, we decided to turn it into an actual product to sell. And today w …

We’re quickly approaching the third week in the year and about this time every January is when the ‘New Year High’ is wearing off and those resolutions are falling by the way side. The ‘winter blues’ are setting in for some of you and the push to stay focused on your goals are becoming harder and harder. We get it. We’re right there with you. So this left me wondering, what is the big secret to setting a resolution and sticking to it? How do some people do it, while others fail year, after year? …

Not sure if you have heard or not, but Atlanta Weather is a little bonkers. Especially in Winter. Going from one extreme to the next, which most often catches you off guard. But when it comes to freezing temperatures, we have learned not to mess around with the threat of snow. (Remember 2014?! Remember 1993?!)All last week meteorologists were predicting between 3-4 inches of Snowfall in and around downtown Atlanta for Saturday (when later this week it is predicted to be 70 and sunny out, just fy …