How to know the Wildflowers, published in 1895 by Charles Scribner and Sons
A few years back, I was thumbing through one of my coveted antique books for typography inspiration, I found the most amazing little treasures within its pages. Notes of wildflower sightings from the summer of 1902, 1903, and 1904. My heart melted.
If that’s not enough; there was a dried columbine flower that had been carefully pressed between the pages of the Columbine spread! This flower was picked, recorded, and placed in this book over 100 years ago. Such a treasure. (Gulp)
I love vintage books — I have many, I refer to them for design inspiration and in use them photoshoot styling. But this one, in particular, is so incredibly special because of the human element left inside, for over 100 years.. for ME to discover. What an incredible gift.
Happy Spring everyone! Make some time to get to know the flowers this Spring & Summer. Perhaps you can even create your own sightings list. ♥