Welcome to Court Street Journals! My name is Nancy and I am here to make you look like a gift giving rockstar! My shop is a collection of unique and beautiful book themed items to make gift giving a breeze for all of the book lovers in your life. Everything in my shop comes beautifully packaged and ready to gift...all you have to do is choose!

I am thrilled to share my passion for both books, upcycling (rescuing) and the transformative power of creativity with you. Reimagining possibilites is an ethos that I carry into every aspect of my life; from rescuing senior and handicapped dogs to restoring my old Kentucky home and its forgotten gardens, I've always found fulfillment in seeing the potential in things overlooked by others.

Each piece in my shop is crafted from upcycled books. Every component of the book is utilized. The book covers find new life as journals, while the pages are meticulously transformed into ornaments and jewelry. Even the scraps are repurposed into beautiful handmade paper, ensuring that nothing goes to waste.

I have both an art studio and a laboratory on my property here in the heart of horse Kentucky country. My studio is my happy place where I work hard to design and create book page jewlery that will be a lasting piece in your collection. I am a solopreneur so anything you purchase is from my hands. In my paper laboratory I spend countless errors creating and testing new ways to transform paper into wearable, durable jewelry. My jewelry is not only durable but water resistant! I also have a passion for conducting experiments to create all types of handmade papers in my lab.

I love selling online and have over 10 years of experience as an online seller. Every item I make, every package I ship...is a little piece of me...and my goal is to send not only a beautiful item but to show appreciation to my customers as they have chosen to work with me when there are millions of choices available to them.

Court Street Journals is my newest Etsy shop; opened November 2023. My first Etsy shop, Misfit Manor Shop, is well established and has 10 years of 5 star reviews. Check it out if you are shopping for pet lovers. I love the possiblities that online selling platforms provide affording me the ability to do the work that I love while also not having to compromise family time.

Thank you for taking the time to explore my shop. I hope you find joy in browsing through my unique creations, each infused with a story of its own. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out to me on Etsy! I am very responsive to messages.

On the journey,
Nancy Halverson

How to find me!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtstreetjournals/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misfitmanorshop/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CourtStreetJournals
My Blog: www.misfitmanordogs.com
Misfit Manor Shop: www.misfitmanorshop.etsy.com