One of the most creative books I have ever seen is the Lady Cottington's Pressed Fairy Book. It reads like a handwriting journal and includes illustrations of what appears to be real fairies caught and squished between the pages of the book. Some are a little graphic and perhaps the whole thing is a little morbid, but I thought it was very creative at the least.

I am really glad that the new book service, FlattenMe, didn't choose this approach. Instead, you upload a picture of your child and they integrate them into a beautiful children's book. The site is very friendly and they have gotten some great press. Too late to order for this year's holiday season, but perhaps for Valentine's Day?