Jillian Tamaki's Covetable Embroidered Covers

By on March 29, 2011 in Literature

Image via Jillian Tamaki.

Publishing giant Penguin’s knack of turning dusty old classics into collector’s items is unparalleled, with each new resurrection project — be it its hardbound, tattoo-inspired, or fashion editions — turning us into giddy little kids again. For its latest revival, Penguin commissioned illustrator and cartoonist Jillian Tamaki to embroider the covers of The Secret Garden, Emma, and Black Beauty, with gorgeous results.

These editions aren’t due ’til fall, but, you can ogle the artwork and behind-the-scenes photos at Tamaki’s blog in the meantime!

About Jenn

Jenn's first career aspiration was to be a dinosaur. After her kindergarten teacher informed her that couldn't happen, she decided she would be the next best thing: a writer. Aside from writing, Jenn loves chambray shirts, all cacti, and good typography.
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3 Responses to Jillian Tamaki's Covetable Embroidered Covers

  1. Angela (ModCloth) March 29, 2011 at 1:21 pm #

    Wow, those are beautiful. This makes me want to finally learn how to embroider!

    Reply
  2. Gabby / Gypsy*Diaries March 29, 2011 at 2:49 pm #

    I’d love to fram eit and hang t on my wall! What a piece of art!!!
    xxx

    http://gypsy-diaries.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  3. Claudia March 29, 2011 at 10:34 pm #

    that is just beautiful!

    Reply

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