Sayulita was crafted as a tribute to the vibrant Dee, capturing the joy, energy, and emotion of her unforgettable family vacation in Mexico to celebrate her 50th birthday. With the vision of creating a book fit for a princess—much like the ones little girls dream of—it was bound in rich gold-foil leather and adorned with rubies and garnets along the spine, giving it a fairytale-like enchantment. At its core is the Sacred Heart Milagro, embedded on the cover, with its symbolism woven throughout the pages, making the book a lasting celebration of love, adventure, and family.

Embodying the spirit of family and love, the project transformed these emotions into a luxurious heirloom piece. A rich blend of papers and textures was carefully chosen, alongside original illustrations, custom ephemera—such as removable postcards—and hand-painted fabric, including traditional Mexican embroidery, all woven together to evoke narrative, emotion, and a strong sense of place. Acetate layers, die-cutting techniques, and miniature bespoke books sewn into the spine were incorporated to create a multi-dimensional portrayal of the family's journey, resulting in a timeless masterpiece meant to be cherished for generations.

Lake Tahoe was envisioned as the perfect tribute to a vibrant Californian family, capturing the spirit of their high-energy, adventure-filled lives during a Fall long weekend at their summer retreat in the High Sierras. To reflect their boundless zest for life, the piece was wrapped in luxurious Midnight-Blue velvet, embossed with a woodgrain pattern that evokes the rugged elegance of the wilderness. The family’s name, subtly carved into the lower right corner, mimics the playful touch of a child’s hand etching it into the bark of a tree.

The project transformed these heartfelt memories into an enduring luxury heirloom. Using a blend of rich papers, textures, and original illustrations, it incorporated personal ephemera—such as cards and letters that could be removed and cherished—along with translucent overlays of maps and imagery that stir emotions and a sense of boundless adventure. The result is a captivating, multi-layered reflection of the family's unique journey, destined to be treasured and passed down through generations.

Embodying the spirit of family and love, the project transformed these emotions into a luxurious heirloom piece. A rich blend of papers and textures was carefully chosen, alongside original illustrations, custom ephemera—such as removable postcards—and hand-painted fabric, including traditional Mexican embroidery, all woven together to evoke narrative, emotion, and a strong sense of place. Acetate layers, die-cutting techniques, and miniature bespoke books sewn into the spine were incorporated to create a multi-dimensional portrayal of the family's journey, resulting in a timeless masterpiece meant to be cherished for generations.