From the Studio

A little corner of the internet where I share behind-the-scenes stories from my studio, guestbook ideas, paper inspiration and the lessons I've learned creating handcrafted keepsakes here in New Zealand.

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What to Write in a Funeral Guestbook - My Guest Book

What to Write in a Funeral Guestbook

Not sure what to write in a funeral guestbook? Here are some simple, heartfelt ideas to help you offer comfort and avoid common mistakes during a difficult time.

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Tips for Choosing the Perfect Wedding Guestbook - My Guest Book

Tips for Choosing the Perfect Wedding Guestbook

Looking for a guestbook for your wedding? We have shared some of our top tips to help you get started.
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Micro Wedding Guestbook Ideas

Micro weddings are becoming more and more popular, and what better way to remember your nearest and dearest guests than having a micro wedding guestbook where they can share some love.
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What is New Zealand Made Day?

Mark your calendars for New Zealand Made Day. It is a day to honor the craftsmanship, innovation, and hard work that goes into creating goods and services right here in New Zealand.

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10 Creative Wedding Guest Book Prompts - My Guest Book

10 Creative Wedding Guest Book Prompts

Looking for wedding guest book message ideas? Discover 10 creative guestbook prompts to help your friends and family share heartfelt, funny, and meaningful words on your big day. Perfect for turning your guest book into a keepsake you’ll treasure for years to come.

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How to write a message of sympathy in a memory book

Memory Books are a wonderful keepsake for family members. However, when it comes to actually writing about someone we loved who is no longer with us, many people don't know what to write.

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Celebrating a milestone 30th Birthday - My Guest Book

Celebrating a milestone 30th Birthday

Milestone birthdays are more than just a number they represent significant milestones in our lives and give us an opportunity to look back on our journeys and to take some time for reflection and get excited about the future.
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Introducing Lyttleton Lights Luxury Candles - My Guest Book

Introducing Lyttleton Lights Luxury Candles

We are delighted to welcome Lyttelton Lights to My Guestbook. Their beautiful New Zealand-made soy candles — including the deeply meaningful Remembrance Candle — are now available in our store.
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Guestbook Pens: A Timeless Touch - My Guest Book

Guestbook Pens: A Timeless Touch

Have you ever flipped through a guestbook and paused to admire the beautiful handwriting? Guestbook pens, often overlooked or left till last minute, can add to the overall look of your guestbook table.

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Collab Giveaway - I Do Diary and My Guestbook - Wedding Bundle

We're excited to have teamed up with I Do Diary to give away the ultimate wedding day bundle! Enter our Giveaway to win this gorgeous prize. 

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Memory Book Ideas for a Retirement

Looking for a retirement gift? Creating a retirement memory book is a wonderful way to celebrate someone's career and life achievements. Here are some unique ideas to make the retirement memory book special and memorable:
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My Guestbook stand at the Auckland Baby Show 2023

Baby Show Prize Winner

Thanks for visiting our stand at The Baby Show Auckland! It was our first time exhibiting and we had a wonderful time. We've drawn our prize winner — congratulations Jade!

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