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  • @SFlaidlaw101
    @SFlaidlaw101 3 ปีที่แล้ว +674

    "Sometimes I don't get a book because the cover is ugly. I know it's bad but I do sometimes" I understand that on a deep level haha. 🤣🙈

  • @elizabethtran8746
    @elizabethtran8746 3 ปีที่แล้ว +809

    tbh the saying "don't judge a book by its cover" applies to everything except book covers tehe 😂

    • @DarlingDesi
      @DarlingDesi  3 ปีที่แล้ว +95

      You speak the truth😅 sadly one of my favorite books has such an ugly cover and I always have to defend it when I recommend it someone because I don’t want them to judge it 😂

    • @km356
      @km356 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@DarlingDesi what book is it?!

    • @DarlingDesi
      @DarlingDesi  3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      @@km356 it’s called A Walk Across The Sun by Corban Addison 🤍

    • @imtheloml3953
      @imtheloml3953 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@DarlingDesi the cover seems beautiful, it’s like a sunset I’m not sure why it’s bad aha

    • @rajaswiiiiii
      @rajaswiiiiii 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ikr

  • @lifewithjen4861
    @lifewithjen4861 3 ปีที่แล้ว +380

    I can't imagine anyone skipping the book haul. I love hearing about the books!

    • @DarlingDesi
      @DarlingDesi  3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      I mean I personally feel the same way 🙈 I’d never skip a book haul 📚 I’m kinda addicted to discovering new books ☺️

    • @MarikoIchigo
      @MarikoIchigo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      If there was a channel, instagram page whatever, only focused on darling desi book hauls, reviews and stuff I would totally follow it madly

    • @Lillyjoy
      @Lillyjoy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yes I subscribed to her because of her book videos!

    • @melodyofpsalm9468
      @melodyofpsalm9468 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Mee too!

    • @leenie6629
      @leenie6629 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That is my favourite part of any video 💕🌈💜🌼

  • @VeronicaViccora
    @VeronicaViccora 3 ปีที่แล้ว +255

    I like the rebuttal a friend of mine uses in regard to book covers: whenever someone says “you can’t judge a book by it’s cover” he says “well you also can’t read every book…”
    I think there’s something to a magical looking book and these are, indeed, quite magical

    • @fairyfarms
      @fairyfarms 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      everything about this channel is so magical! also that was a clever rebuttal, i'll use it next time someone tells me not to judge a book by its cover. :3

    • @lexdraws1729
      @lexdraws1729 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@fairyfarms People say not to judge a book by its cover for a reason though lol

    • @TessaOswin
      @TessaOswin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      poor blurbs’ are far worst to me, especially when combined with poor covers. blurbs can mean you have a idea what you would be reading and a poor one means you don’t even read it.

  • @ambergr46
    @ambergr46 3 ปีที่แล้ว +175

    For someone who “isn’t an artist,” you did great on the cover art! I’m an artist and I say you did an awesome job. 🎨

    • @DarlingDesi
      @DarlingDesi  3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Oh my goodness thank you 🥺🙏🏻💗

    • @bellaluce7088
      @bellaluce7088 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@DarlingDesi I second @ambergreene's comment! : - ) I'm also an artist and your lettering, color combinations, illustrations, and overall designs are smashing! Whether you identify as an artist or not, you are one! ✨😀❤

  • @w.k.astrolabe280
    @w.k.astrolabe280 3 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    My senior thesis class was about book publishing. The best thing my professor taught me: There is an entire marketing team behind each book cover; they are works of art made to be critiqued by the consumer. If you like a book and don't like the cover, the marketing team did not do their job.
    Also, I just love your book covers!! You really should have gone into book publishing.

  • @bludgeysheepton
    @bludgeysheepton 3 ปีที่แล้ว +149

    My daughter gets books instead of cards for her birthday- this has seriously inspired me to recreate the outsider covers special for her too!

    • @DarlingDesi
      @DarlingDesi  3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I love that!! Definitely something I’d love to do for my future children 💗

    • @the.most.yana_han
      @the.most.yana_han 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'd like to get books for my birthday! That'd be soo cool ToT

  • @sallycormier1383
    @sallycormier1383 3 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    Covers attract me to a book, the first paragraph let’s me know if I’m going to purchase it(if I’m at a bookstore). I particularly love books I find at antique stores!

    • @DarlingDesi
      @DarlingDesi  3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I totally feel ya there! The first thing I notice is the cover, so if it’s pretty, I’m more likely to walk over and pick it up.

  • @jijidoodledoo
    @jijidoodledoo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    i was about to sleep since it's 1 AM here already, but i couldn't refrain myself from watching this immediately 🤧 honestly, tending to a book for it to "look pretty" doesn't just mean beautifying them, but it is also a form of expression in which love and care could be conveyed 🖤 (when we love something so much, we want them to last longer with us - to feel that they're a part of us so... 🙌)

    • @DarlingDesi
      @DarlingDesi  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Such a beautiful way to put it! I totally agree ☺️💗

    • @jeongmibyeol7106
      @jeongmibyeol7106 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Dude I'm deadass serious... it's 1 AM here too rn and i was gonna sleep and then came across this

  • @FioccoCockatoo
    @FioccoCockatoo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    Oh you make them look so Princesscore 💌

    • @DarlingDesi
      @DarlingDesi  3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      The roses definitely make it lean more towards princess/royalcore, you’re totally right 👑

    • @AleirisMarrero
      @AleirisMarrero 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      💖😭

  • @celinewilliams335
    @celinewilliams335 3 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Your hair looks so heavenly in this video, I love it! I always add so many books to my TBR when watching your videos, I keep having to pause after you show each book haha!

    • @DarlingDesi
      @DarlingDesi  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hahaha that’s exactly how I always am when I watch book videos 😄

  • @jeannehicks4339
    @jeannehicks4339 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    In my opinion--people who don't get giddy over books are weird. Love you. Love your channel.

  • @invisibleabi999
    @invisibleabi999 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    the books turned out gorgeous!! those of us who are too afraid to do something permanent but still want the vibes to a book can also make book jackets! it will still look great on the shelf, but it will also be reversible!
    (i still can't even write in a book lol)

  • @DramaGeek1225
    @DramaGeek1225 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I'm definitely going to look into What the Wind Knows. My mom is always looking for good time travel books, and that one sounds like it would be a great fit for her. I think this book craft would be great for decorating a bookish tea party wedding. Just pick up some cheap books from thrift store or library sale, have a crafting afternoon with your friends, and then you have some adorable, inexpensive table decor.

    • @lydiaruthpetersen197
      @lydiaruthpetersen197 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You HAVE to read it. It’s one of my favorite books of all time. All. Time.

  • @LadyMaireSD
    @LadyMaireSD 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Not only I have a new project that I need to make as soon as possible, but now I also have a longer TBR. And I'm not complaining.
    The diy could be a great Christmas gift too for a friend that loves books

    • @DarlingDesi
      @DarlingDesi  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes you are so right! You could personalize it based on their interests. Such a beautiful and meaningful present idea 🥰

  • @luannecrawfordtv
    @luannecrawfordtv ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much for the inspiration! I just redid a guestbook for my daughters baby showers.

  • @alejandrarodriguez8410
    @alejandrarodriguez8410 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    OMG THE DAUGHTER OF THE FOREST IS ONE OF MY FAVE BOOKS OF ALL TIME

    • @DarlingDesi
      @DarlingDesi  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I’m over halfway through!! It’s a bit darker than I thought it would be but I’m really enjoying it! 🙈

    • @rebecca5521
      @rebecca5521 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Does it have a lot of difficult words? I'm learning english and would love to read the book!

    • @rebeccaramsey1274
      @rebeccaramsey1274 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      The second book in the sevenwaters series (Son of the Shadows) is my favorite book of all books ever. Love everythingf by Juliet Marillier.

  • @adaagreste
    @adaagreste 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The books were so gorgeous!!
    I love the boom hauls! I don't know why someone would skip it, it's so practical too!
    I tend to do screenshots of every book you describe, so that later I can read it

    • @DarlingDesi
      @DarlingDesi  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh i do the same thing!! I have so many screenshots on my phone of people holding up books from youtube videos 🙈

  • @keerthigaddam2210
    @keerthigaddam2210 3 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    OMG 2 POSTS IN A WEEK??? IM SO HAPPY RN SJDBDBDB gonna make me a snack and cuddle up in bed to watch this

    • @emraldsakura2201
      @emraldsakura2201 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      It may ne exciting and awesome for us but the amount of work and editing that went into them, damn, she must be tired rn, hopefully our Darling Desi can rest now 🥺🥺 please don't overwork yourself 🥺

    • @DarlingDesi
      @DarlingDesi  3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Trying to make up for my lack of consistency recently. I’m so happy that you’re happy! 💗💗💗

    • @DarlingDesi
      @DarlingDesi  3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@emraldsakura2201 I pushed myself maybe a little hard with this one, but I’m so happy it’s up and it was totally worth it ☺️

    • @emraldsakura2201
      @emraldsakura2201 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@DarlingDesi 🥺 it is indeed very nice I mean I would be to scared to mess up making the beautiful vintage book covers 🥺 btw diary of an island girl on Instagram is actually me 🤣 I have many nicknames lol.

    • @emraldsakura2201
      @emraldsakura2201 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DarlingDesi oh and I have a recipe chanel diary of an island girl xD it's all Asian recipes though.

  • @caileigh9497
    @caileigh9497 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Do I plan on painting my book covers? No. Is this one of my new favorite videos on TH-cam? Yes!!!!!
    Keep up the good work, I found this channel around a month ago and all I can say is that I’m so happy you do what you do!!!!!!
    Edit: Scratch that part about not painting my books. I just finished this video completely and WOW I’ll be trying this on one of my books soon😄

  • @michaelamurphy7120
    @michaelamurphy7120 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    if you're in a Scotland kick I highly recommend City of Ghosts by V.E. Schwab! It's literally perfect for spooky season and I loved it!! It's about a girl who can talk to ghosts and takes place in Edinburgh. The cover is spooky and adorable and the storytelling is beautiful!

  • @isidixon6688
    @isidixon6688 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I judge books by their covers and wines by their labels. I don’t drink wine myself (oh the headaches 🤕, so not worth it) but whenever I choose one as a gift, I pick it by how the label looks. And usually my friends love my choices. The same goes for books (which I very much do read myself 😁) unless there’s a good reason (strong recommendation) I will always start by looking at the cover, then the blurb on the back. Love your videos. 🥰

  • @definitelynotalizard
    @definitelynotalizard 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The covers look amazing! I really want to try using dried petals now. Another book series I think you'd enjoy is Belinda Muriel's Timeslip series, which does include time travel but in a really endearing way. It starts with The Locket of Dreams, where a girl travels back to 19th century Scotland and meets her ancestors, and while it's for a younger audience I get just as invested now as I did hiding in the library in primary school.

  • @ansleyvangorkom9491
    @ansleyvangorkom9491 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I dropped everything to watch this, because your videos always make my day. I also recently got the most beautiful teacups from my Grandma and was once again inspired to redecorate my room a little bit like yours!

    • @DarlingDesi
      @DarlingDesi  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I’d die of gratitude if I got teacups that had a story like that! All my teacups have come from strangers, but how magical it must be to have teacups come from a person in your life who has already lived such an incredible story. I love thinking about the life that items have had before I have them ☺️🤍

  • @ellie8779
    @ellie8779 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    OH MY GOSH!!! The cottingley Secret is the book behind one of my favourite movies: Fairytale: a true story!!! I had no idea there was a book!! 😍😍😍 I NEED IT.

  • @kenshinhimura2322
    @kenshinhimura2322 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You sell yourself short on your artistic abilities. The book covers are really nice. I love the hand made look of them. Def an ideal aesthetic.

  • @lyssavaught4958
    @lyssavaught4958 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Desi, this is a beautiful diy idea! As someone who is very used to painting with acrylic though, I would caution people to be careful painting the edges so their book pages aren't stuck together ❤️ Love your videos!

    • @DarlingDesi
      @DarlingDesi  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes definitely! That’s why I mixed it with the tea water. Diluting it really helps the pages not stick together ☺️

  • @janineforest1761
    @janineforest1761 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    “The Swan”….. the perfect song. 😭💖

  • @abuzerluxor
    @abuzerluxor 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Congratulations on being a fultime TH-camr, it is very challenging, but I'm sure you will do great. You are really good at creating magical and pretty and cosy and making the viewers warm inside. I know that when I come to your channel, I will leave feeling happy and wishing to create something magical as well :) I love the content of this video, I don't know if you are normally a crafty person, but it is really fun watching you create.. Take care, Ebru

  • @styliciabowden8682
    @styliciabowden8682 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the vintage book transformations, I found your page recently & it gives me so much bliss. And I am a book lover & nerd especially love murder mysteries and cozy reads.

  • @bellacuellar2238
    @bellacuellar2238 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have The Wonder! I picked up the hard cover version from Goodwill, it was gorgeous and very dark academia, so it caught my eye. Haven’t finished but I love the author’s writing style!

  • @DwinCore
    @DwinCore 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've had your victorian morning routine video in my watch later playlist for a while now and I finally watched it, and NOW i'm addicted to your content!

  • @GoldenOwlEvents
    @GoldenOwlEvents 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your beautiful hair and general aesthetic shocks me anew every time I watch your vids 👗

    • @DarlingDesi
      @DarlingDesi  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      🥺🥺🥺 thank you!

  • @themellowbutterfly_2446
    @themellowbutterfly_2446 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It's so wholesome to watch and engage with your videos all the way to the end... It's like I'm walking through a meadow although when they end its it's like finding out that it's a dream I have to wake up from 🥺

  • @hannahwebster5606
    @hannahwebster5606 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    That blue Great Gatsby cover is like one of the most iconic book covers of all time. it actually influenced Fitzgerald when he was finishing the novel.

    • @DarlingDesi
      @DarlingDesi  3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I totally get that! 🤍 I just personally don’t love it, and I think that’s okay ☺️

  • @illanaaudrey
    @illanaaudrey 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    you have become my source of serenity, positivity and inspiration. im so glad i found your channel! your content just speaks to my soul xoxo all the love

  • @candy-vintageghoul13
    @candy-vintageghoul13 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Even though I'm not a book person, your videos are what I watch to relax before bed.

  • @madelineblackwell3126
    @madelineblackwell3126 3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    I have three copies of Lord of the Rings (and the new edition with Tolkien’s art as the fourth when it comes out) and two copies of both the silmarillion and the hobbit, so I’m with you on the multiple copies thing

    • @Om-iq1oh
      @Om-iq1oh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Same for me, I have 3 editions of the Hobbit (in different languages), but I still eye the one with the 1st edition cover whenever I see it in a book shop x) your comment made me think I might follow this video to cover the one I have with a movie picture on it (ergh)

  • @juliearmstrong8781
    @juliearmstrong8781 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    “What the Wind Knows” is so fabulous. I listened to it on Audible. So so good.

  • @melissar6365
    @melissar6365 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just added What the Wind Knows into my Amazon cart! I can’t wait to read this on my summer vacation!

  • @AnneS508
    @AnneS508 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love the book cover craft! You did such BEAUTIFUL work with them! BTW, I for one would love to see more of what you are wearing. Often we only get to see the top of an outfit. I would love to see the whole outfit! The overall or jumper or pinafore looks really cute but only got to see the very top. You obviously dress with care, which is appreciated. Please show us more!

  • @Aurora-qn2dx
    @Aurora-qn2dx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Goodness i remember seeing that dragon book n thinking wow thankyou for sharing such lovely video and books. 🌸💖🌈

  • @noodle4172
    @noodle4172 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Omg, the final book look, looks so good!!

  • @veronicamccubbin3715
    @veronicamccubbin3715 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Such a peaceful and inspiring addition to my break from work. Thank you Desi for bringing a bit of sunshine to my life

  • @r.l.3316
    @r.l.3316 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The way I added every single one of these books to my TBR lol. You're going to love The Art of the English Murder, its terrific.

  • @sarahlucas1999
    @sarahlucas1999 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Daughter of the Forest is one of my all time favourite books. I live in Ireland and it's such a beautiful country, I just wish it were warmer here 😅 The Wonder was an amazing book.
    Loved your new book covers. I may have to do this on my Wordsworth editions, they have such ugly covers 😄

  • @meewe2197
    @meewe2197 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    These turned out beautifully! I think the rose petals on Daughter of the Forest were a great touch, personally! Also enjoy the book hauls; I almost always come away with a list of titles to look for!

  • @sekaihatsu
    @sekaihatsu 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome! I do this too sometimes though I start with a pretty paper to jump start my creativity. I also do this for dollarstore journals. I love love love book hauls! Thank you for another great video. I know what I'm getting for my birthday.

  • @WithLoveKristina
    @WithLoveKristina 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    OMG apparently I bought "What the Wind Knows" in 2019. I went to buy it to read it and Amazon is all "YOU ALREADY OWN THIS DUH" so I guess now I REALLY have to read it. I have no memory of ever reading or buying it, LOL. Juliet Marillier is one of my ABSOLUTE favorite authors, you need to go read all her books ASAP! My fave is the Blackthorn and Grim series.
    Also hard agree about the original Gatsby cover, it's uglyyyyy. lol Your makeovers were so pretty! Now I gotta go get Daughter of the Forest because I didn't know it existed and I need a new Marillier book to read!

  • @elzbietastocka9675
    @elzbietastocka9675 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the way your videos make me feel gives me a place where I can just be happy. It's like my safe space. Thank you for that

  • @ruleyourfitness
    @ruleyourfitness ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your gentle nature appreciative videos with your special food touches…. They start my day in a lighthearted way thank you Desi x

  • @maartjedegroot9598
    @maartjedegroot9598 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Daughter of the forest is so good!!!! And your design is beautiful 😍
    I’ve got the UK edition of Ariadne. And it’s stunning.

  • @WithLoveKristina
    @WithLoveKristina 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    OOOH The Mermaid and Mrs. Hancock is SO GOOD

  • @irnsmz
    @irnsmz ปีที่แล้ว

    OMG 😍 The books look gorgeus! I love every single video you do: routines, DIY, decoration, activities, seasons… Thank you so much for yout content 🧚🏽‍♀️

  • @sirenamber
    @sirenamber 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Loves this. All of it. Just impulse bought most of those books you showed in the haul. Which, as a slow reader, will last me all summer. So thank you. 💜

  • @marlenajoyb
    @marlenajoyb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Always watch everyone's videos to the end. Otherwise you'll miss something. Reading is enjoyable and fun.. almost as fun as it is collecting the book(s).

  • @andreapulsifer5326
    @andreapulsifer5326 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love the way they turned out!! I love books so much xo

  • @BrokenDharmaForge
    @BrokenDharmaForge 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I never really thought of changing book covers to match the aesthetic I like. Thank you for the idea abd tutorial!

  • @dianacherry1411
    @dianacherry1411 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I could watch this video over and over. 😍 The music, the process, everything is so wonderfully magical! 🌸☕✨🕯📔

  • @AkumuShi
    @AkumuShi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm in LOVE with this idea!!! Great job!!

  • @necromancer-x
    @necromancer-x 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Omg, Daughter of the Forest!! That's my favorite book of all time! 💜

  • @alisong06
    @alisong06 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love a book with gold or coloured edging. I am definitely going to do that ! Another beautiful video Desi xx

  • @EliseRoseCrochet
    @EliseRoseCrochet 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a wonderful tutorial! Thank you! And all your books look amazing!! I love the one about the dragon getting a human for a pet! How cute!! 🐉🐉🐉

  • @viviankyriakaki357
    @viviankyriakaki357 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow! Really enjoyed it 😊🙈👌🏼❤️ but then again I should say that I truly cherish every video of yours and watch them so many times 🙊 grateful for you 🤩😍 Lots of love from Greece 🇬🇷

  • @TheCHADsession
    @TheCHADsession 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I went and watched CozyKitsune's video and I must say I loved the different direction you took it in! Of course both videos were wonderful but loving the Desi creative flare.

  • @staceycassanova2269
    @staceycassanova2269 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    For the record, I found you a couple of weeks ago and have seen all your videos to the very end. I LOVE YOUR WHOLE LIFE I’M LIVING THROUGH YOU. lol but really. Keep doing this please 🙏🏼 love you bunches ❤️

  • @Authorisabellekooreman
    @Authorisabellekooreman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is so cool! I especially love how the daughter of old turned out. The font is just amazing!!!! I might have to try this, too.

  • @3653cdw
    @3653cdw 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I recently discovered your videos and absolutely love them! I won't tell you my age, but I don't tell many about my obsession of princess and cottagecore, academia vibes as well as ethereal/angel aesthetics and lover of beautiful stories and book covers. I "hide" the fact that I buy multiple copies of same book for the various covers I love and can't walk past; ie: a copy of UK Outlander named Crosstitch. Cute cover and 2 or 3 minor differences in the Uk edition. Also love mermaids and fairy books. Brontes and Austen also a favorite. Thank you for sharing your talents with us so we can personalize our decor and books as well as our fashions. Love...

  • @woodlandbunny
    @woodlandbunny 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your videos bring me so much joy, i feel as though i have been transported to wonderland and it feels to magical when watching your videos. I adore all your content and will happily rewatch it over, over and over again! Thank you Desi, for helping me escape 🤍

  • @rumaysarajab4514
    @rumaysarajab4514 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You have no idea how happy i get when dear darling desi posts 🕊☕️💖

    • @DarlingDesi
      @DarlingDesi  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’m so happy 😭💗💗💗

  • @AkumuShi
    @AkumuShi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a feeling this will be the video to blow up your page 💓

  • @ScullyPop
    @ScullyPop 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm always so blown away by your creative work.

  • @kianakrystle1221
    @kianakrystle1221 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I AM OBSESSED WITH HOW THIS CAME OUT

  • @ivymoonstone8080
    @ivymoonstone8080 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I recently recovered a book and was wondering if the practice was odd.....Glad to know I’m not the only one! ☺️ I also own “The Mermaid and Mrs. Hancock” and thought it was a great read! I think you will enjoy it! 💐

  • @Amz11_13
    @Amz11_13 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Desi, you are honestly pure magic in human form. You absolute brighten my days with your videos and I honestly aspire to be as joyful and as beautiful as you. The other day I was trying to decide what to do with myself and without realizing it at first, I said out loud "what would Desi do?" And within seconds I got up and set out on a walk. I absolutely love your videos, and thank you for reminding me just how wonderfully romantic ordinary life is ✨💕

  • @aliciar4715
    @aliciar4715 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Desi! I have been sporadically watching your videos for a while, and I just subscribed because I love your videos! They make me happy and inspire my creativity, thank you so much for your hard work. Right now I can only support you through not skipping the TH-cam adds, but I so appreciate what you post. Have a nice day!

  • @GMDourado
    @GMDourado 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love when I get to watch one of your videos in the morning so I can start my day with beautiful and cozy vibes!

  • @fairieofmists
    @fairieofmists 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The original cover of Daughter of the Forest when it first came out was so much better than the new release. Definitely more of a Medieval Ireland feel. Your rendition is so pretty! Great book recommendations! My TBR just doubled

  • @sisterhoodoffreespirtis6327
    @sisterhoodoffreespirtis6327 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yeah your book hauls are really good . I actually ordered 3 of the books your mentioned in your book hauls . The perfect charade , country Edwardian lady and what the wind knows . Thanks for reviewing the books . My friend Sophie and I group read books for fun .

  • @whimsicaldaffodil3752
    @whimsicaldaffodil3752 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Desi you are my favorite TH-camr! Thank you so much for making this clever and stunning video not to mention all of your lovely content. My life is better because of you 🥰

  • @sjthorn
    @sjthorn 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You described The Wonder, and I immediately checked out the audiobook from my library lol. These transformations are amazing, I'll definitely check out the channel.

  • @JayGTheAwkwardBookworm
    @JayGTheAwkwardBookworm 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I WISH I was this artistic sheesh… the dried rose petals are so cool

  • @Llliiiiiilllyyy
    @Llliiiiiilllyyy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are so creative Desi! Now I want to try and beautify every book I own with presses flower petals 😍

  • @lyncassady9868
    @lyncassady9868 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    you look like an elf princess!!! :) sooo pretty!!!

  • @AngeliqueJDavis
    @AngeliqueJDavis 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    There is a movie based off the same story as The Cottingley Secret. It’s called “Fairy Tale (a true story)” and it’s one of my favorite childhood movies 🧚🏼‍♀️ ✨

    • @elizabethzelaya6710
      @elizabethzelaya6710 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Omg I remember that movie but I didn’t know what it was called! Thank you I can finally rewatch it now 😭

    • @AngeliqueJDavis
      @AngeliqueJDavis 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@elizabethzelaya6710 so happy I could help!! 🧚🏼‍♀️

  • @ForgottenWayFarms
    @ForgottenWayFarms 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m always listening for new book recommendations, thank you as always 😘 side note: about 20 years ago I had a friend show me how to cover books and journals like that and I loved doing it! Made me want to do it again ❤️

  • @viola3581
    @viola3581 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So nice to credit Kenna for her beautiful work ♥️✨

  • @serashares
    @serashares 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I immediately put most of the books you recommend on hold with Libby. Excited! You made the books look beautiful. The pedals were a great touch 💖

  • @jodyestewart7368
    @jodyestewart7368 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the book make over. Great job Desi….I just love you. Thanks for the joy and peace you bring into my life. So glad I found you. God bless you in everything you do sweet girl..

  • @user-ei8rb7sj6c
    @user-ei8rb7sj6c 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just ordered ‘What the wind knows’. Sounds wonderful!

  • @katymartin3924
    @katymartin3924 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    AHH I don't know what came first, but there is a movie version of the story about the girls who took the fairy photos called Fairy Tale that I remember being absolutely LOVELY! Highly recommend checking it out!

  • @ExpatNatt
    @ExpatNatt ปีที่แล้ว

    As if I’ve been searching for weeks for a better cover of Daughter of the Forest after seeing it in one of you videos and having no luck, wondering where you got yours from, only to find you made it yourself. You go girl! It’s incredible!

  • @ellesteward
    @ellesteward 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was so lovely! Your book cover remakes are gorgeous. You are an incredible artist to be ale to do that! As always, your videos are so comforting, beautiful, and make me feel at home:) Love you, dear!

  • @amybennett1530
    @amybennett1530 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Books are such an important part of my life and I thank you for your recommendations. Love you videos. Been with you since lockdown and now I'm hooked. Stay creative.
    💜

  • @starrynightfall00
    @starrynightfall00 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I appreciate your videos! They make the world a more beautiful place ^^

  • @Rellexia
    @Rellexia 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    My favorite book of all time has the most hideous cover (I actually received it by someone who stated the cover creeped them out and they wanted it out of their house), and I am very excited to give this a try

  • @rachelhankinson5745
    @rachelhankinson5745 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow, Desi, I am so continually inspired by you! I love how you put your own spin on those book covers - and you are DEFINITELY an artist! Both of the covers turned out stunningly! You are incredible and thank you for the video

  • @chooseyourthoughts7692
    @chooseyourthoughts7692 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Congrats on the sponsorship! Yay! ☺️🙌👏and thanks for another beautiful video!

  • @MaryamAli-vd1xv
    @MaryamAli-vd1xv 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Forgot love your artistic redoing of you books so creative and beautiful.

  • @ellie8779
    @ellie8779 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This was such a good video and I may or may not need to do this. 😍😍😍 Also, the UK editions are always the prettiest 🥺😍.