Hobonichi Virginia Lee Burton: The Little House A6 [Cover Only]

The Hobonichi Techo A6 Virginia Lee Burton “The Little House” is a tribute to the beloved children’s book written and illustrated by American author Virginia Lee Burton. Published decades ago, the story has remained a timeless classic cherished for its universal message and warm illustrations.

The cover depicts the charming little pink house with a red chimney, nestled in the countryside among apple trees that change with the seasons. The vivid blue sky, taken from the book’s original cover, evokes peace and serenity, while the hand-drawn letters add a personal, heartfelt touch. The material is made of fine-grained polyester, sturdy yet elegant.

The interior is mint green. The right pocket illustrates summer with lush greenery, while the two pen holders that, when a pen is inserted, allow the cover to stay closed are crafted in white faux leather. The bookmarks are light blue ribbons, simple and poetic accents. The spine design echoes that of the original book, with hand-drawn lettering, daisies, and red wavy lines.

The back cover shows a smiling sun from the original book’s back illustration. Its surrounding design looks like both warm rays of sunlight and daisy petals, harmonizing with the flowers around the little house. Hidden inside the pocket is another illustration that originally appeared in the book’s endpapers.

Like the story of The Little House, this cover reminds us of the beauty of nature’s cycles: day and night, spring, summer, autumn, and winter. It brings the same warmth and wonder as Virginia Lee Burton’s timeless work.