Wow, this mini album from Francesca blew my socks off! Each page of the album is shaped like a honey jar and each one uses a piano hinge to attach it the the spine which is an actual wooden honey … Read More...
Nautical Album
Summer has wound down and Fall is here but you might still have some summer trip to the coast photos to scrap. Karen designed this wonderful On the Cape with an accordion hinge for the spin of her handmade album. … Read More...
Create a Play Journal
Sandy Allnock used large paper, cut in a particular way to create the pages and then sandwiched them in between boards that she decorated with paints to make herself a play journal. It’s a fun place to try out new … Read More...
DIY Traveler’s Journal Covers
Kymona cut and scored vibrant patterned cardstocks, ran them and some word accents through a laminator, added some elastic cords and created these fabulous traveler’s journal covers. What a great way to create your own journal, notebook or mini scrapbook.… Read More...
Nature Junk Journal Tutorial
Maria created this amazing junk journal using 8 envelopes and decorated the cover with chipboard shapes, a crochet flower, paint, gesso and more. It has so much texture and dimension and a lovely rustic feel with the look of a … Read More...
Christmas Card Mini Album
With the holiday season over, are you unsure about what you should do with those stacks of Christmas cards? If so, then learn how to transform all of your Christmas cards into a mini album! In this tutorial, by Beth … Read More...
Ribbon Bound Mini Book
These lovely little handmade books are perfect for a travelers notebook, journal or keeping notes. This simple book making is made with heavy rag paper and bound with ribbon. You could stamp the cover or decorate it with scrapbooking supplies.… Read More...
File Folder Notebook Tutorial
This awesome file folder notebook is a great way to keep track of photos, tickets, notes, coupons and receipts and would also work great as a small planner.
You can find step by step directions on how to make one … Read More...
Mixed Media Journal
Using die cuts and Distress Oxide Ink Pads Vicky created the cover for this wonderful art journal. I love how she used torn corrugated cardboard for a hill. She’ll show you how to make the entire album using cardstock, a … Read More...
2 Ring Binding Mini Album
Looking to make your own mini album or can’t find the right size for your project? Using book making techniques Nancy Wething made this lovely 2 Ring Binder Mini Album. She’ll show you how to make the reinforced cover with … Read More...
Project: Mini Envelope Journal with Stamps and Stencils
Learn how to use stamps, stencils and paint to transform plain envelopes into a fun mini journal. I love the rustic, botanical theme that Ruth used. You can visit her blog, a love to create and find lots of photos … Read More...
Project: Bride Book
This stunning bridal book would make the perfect gift for any bride to be. Gabrielle will not only show you how to decorate the cover of the book with stencils but how to also make the entire book itself. Visit … Read More...
Try “Magic Books” to Get Kids Interested in Writing
This is a cool idea that I haven’t seen before. Tried & True Teaching Tools has a great tutorial and explanation for making “magic” books, which really do look a little magical.
They’re made by folding, cutting and weaving … Read More...
Project: Stamped Fabric Notebook
This little hand made notebook is so pretty. It’s perfect to keep on your desk or toss in your purse for handy note taking. The cover and book mark are stamped on painted muslin fabric, the inside is folded pieces … Read More...
Project: Mixed Media Journal Page
The Paper Artsy blog has a very detailed post showing many different mixed media and collage techniques for a journaling page, including using stamps, paint, paste, stenciling and more. Click here to check it out.
-Heather
Tutorial: A Valentine’s Day Book
Ginger Burrell generously offers a tutorial for creating a handmade book complete with a polymer clay cover. The heart mosaic design makes it perfect for a Valentine’s Day gift but as she points out, you could use any motif you’d … Read More...
Technique: Enameling on Paper
This is such an uber cool effect! Neil from Neelz Expressionz shares his mixed media enameling technique using dry and heat embossing and paint on paper. Wow, it looks like metal doesn’t it?
-Heather
Tutorial: Paper Pocket Book
This pretty pocket booklet is perfect for tucking in photos, ticket stubs, notes and more. Dar’s Crafty Creations shares how to make the covers and pockets for this sweet little book. I love the sewing theme she used but the … Read More...
Project: Accordion Fold Book
I love the romantic look of this handmade accordion book, reminds me of Jane Austen! Alexandra from Art Scrap and More created this beautiful book using paper, stamps, fabric and a few embellishments. What a lovely way to display photos!… Read More...