John's French Colonial Journals

Photo Compliments of Sassasfras Creek Originals

L'Ecole du Soldat (School of the Soldier) begins today. And John has crafted some of his 18th-19th century French Colonial Journals that will be for sale at Sassafras Creek Originals.

"Beautiful leather journals hand made right here in Ste. Gen by John Holt. They come with a hand cut quill and the quill is stamped in French. They make a great gift for that hard to buy for person. One of the journals is a wine journal. “A votre sante!” (SCO Facebook)

These are great for anyone who likes to journal or keep notes. It's made of tri-fold heavy leather. There's an inside pocket for extra papers, and a hard back journal or tablet for your notes. I decided to try something new with the quill, stamping a choice of  "Le Journal"--"Mes Notes"--and "Journal du Vin" (Wine Journal) on the feather. The journals are priced between $12-$18, depending on the size. 

Photo from Milice de Sainte Famille Facebook Page

The Milice de Sainte Famille (the Holy Family Militia) was setting up for the big weekend Friday, readying for the big event today. This morning there will be informative lectures at the Great River Road Welcome Center, and the encampment will be open. At 2:00 there will be a colonial auction that is well worth attending. It's fun and the items are superior. 

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See you there. . .