Use old book art journal

Read on for 21 suggestions on what you can do with your old books. Here are just a few samples to give you an idea of what you could use. If the pages are sewn in i just pull out a few pages from each section. Read on for 21 suggestions on what you can do with your old. Art journaling is completely customizable depending on your skills and interests. It is very important before altering a book or using an old book for art journaling is properly preparing it before you start creating in it. It is a terrific idea, however i am not a fan of these spindly spines people are using. Take an old book, remove the pages, add a binder mechanism, and you have a unique ring binder scrapbook. Easy to make altered book, junk journal, art journal or glue.

How to create your own art journal silver ravenwolf. Art journaling with old book pages the handcrafted story. Then another about art journaling, and yet another on journaling in old books. Jan 25, 2012 all these art journals were created using an inexpensive 7. How to alter a book to use as your art journal youtube. Use the words or images on your book page to inspire your artwork. Mixedmedia art journalingusing physical paper and tangible art supplies to create journal pages the container for your art journal can be any book you have on hand ive even art journaled in old textbooks. Should consider starting an art journal, she takes you through a simple method of preparing an old book art journal before starting to use it. Simply put, an art journal is a journal in which you combine art and words to express yourself. While it takes some time and patience to do this, in the end it will definitely save you a lot of headaches and ensure your creative work stays intact.

On the inside pages you can use any supplies you have markers. Jul 03, 2009 it is a simple process and you will get so much enjoyment out of it. Turn a book into an art journal a tutorial lil blue boo. Nov, 2014 for the next few weekly blog posts for get messy, i tried art journaling with old book pages. Watercolor on old book page as promised as a consolation prize for those that did not win the palette, this is a tutorial on painting on old paper with watercolor. You can use it like a diary every day, like a comic book of your life, things that happened to you, or just do sketches of interesting or memorable moments from your day or week.

Its not complex, and there really arent any rules for art journaling. Im starting a new project im going to do some art journaling. Where i started i first went through my book and removed a few pages at a time, to remove some of the bulk. In the tradition of keri smith wreck this journal, this is not a book, dawn devries sokol has created a fun, easy artists journal to get kids started with the basics. I used to always draw in my text books sorry, teacher. I often flip through my old art journals for inspiration and admittedly, to be reminded of the projects i have on the back burner. You can create any types of pages you like and of course also enjoy many different styles and techniques and experiment that is the fun of it. This is a great craft to do with kids, as long as they wont be heartbroken when you rip up their old books. Start this project by finding an old hardback book, perhaps from a thrift storeone that feels right to you in size and color and weight. Apr 15, 20 in this post i will walk you through step by step my process of creating an art journal from an old book. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. My 2yearold has already started her art journal with my help obviously.

Also, be sure to sign up for the mailing list to get the latest on art journaling tutorials, ways to use art to relieve stress, and inspiring artist. Thanks for the free lessons im sure ill find new inspiration and desire to restart art journaling again. It has a great cover but in retrospect, it hasnt been the best book to use as a base for an art journal. One of my very favourite collage materials to use in art journaling is vintage book pages. You may use traditional bookbinding methods, or recycle materials such as old books or your own art. There are no rules to art journaling, so of course this means there is no wrong way to learn how to start an art journal either. Easy and beautiful diy projects made with old books 2017.

Then turn that discarded book into a creative personalized journal page by page by decorating the cover, altering the pages and adding unique papers and illustrations. Its very important that you choose the right type of book so that your art journal will hold up over time. You can determine the shape, size, and density of your art journal, and whether, and how, it is bound. My first art journal was this beautiful old book i found in a vintage shop. Kathie link used a vintage book, to make a book of quotes. This week i really liked the colour combination of grid paper and red zig zag stitches. In this post i will walk you through step by step my process of creating an art journal from an old book. Art journaling with vintage book pages page flutter. I created this athome version of book binding by looking over some books to see how they were bound. Just showing the process i use to turn an old book into an art journal. In this video i show how i prepare an old book and alter it to become my art journal. Mixed media, including drawing, markmaking, journaling, painting, and collag.

Nov 08, 2015 the first time i made an altered book art journal i was hooked. You can even gather your supplies and go on an artjournaling retreat. Here i share all of my best tips for choosing and prepping an old book to become a blank canvas for your own art journal. More than 20 mixed media art journal techniques demonstrated stepbystep so you can add color, style and life ephemera to your journal. I started going to book sales and buying books, making journals, using the book pages on my art journal pages, and stacking up books in my studiooffice. The most important thing when beginning your art journal, however, is selecting the right book. Id like to challenge myself to restart making art journaling and id like to start an art journal with a group of talented school kids. I love making art journals using composition books but old books are another great way to make a journal. I started my etsy shop, found on brighton, as a way to use up the books and leftover insides that were accumulating in my house. Heres a post where i share what i painted in my journal while on a miniretreat. Beautifully illustrated in full color, doodle diary. How to recycle an old book and turn it into an art journal subscribe for more. I am a creative person i am a photographer but i do not consider myself.

How to combine drawing and writing into deeply personal art. It reminds me a bit of when i was a kid and would draw in my books when i ran out of paper, or used an old magazine to make a new one by pasting stories and drawings on the pages. Choosing the right books to alter choosing the right type of old book to alter is the first important step to take. Use the original pages of your book maybe two pages glued together for stability and some gesso as a mat for your any writing to create a fun natureinspired journal filled with poems, random thoughts, and photos of the beautiful world around you. If you tried to paint on old paper without any prep work, chances are very good the paper would just fall apart on you. Fun easy way to create a junk journal, smashboopk, art journal or glue book. How to prepare an old book for altering or art journaling. Art journal challenge using an altered old book youtube. Altered books is the art form where a discarded encyclopedia or picture book finds a new lease on. Tips for using old books and papers in art journaling. You can also cut up the pages, use multiple pages to create layers, or fold them into shapes. The process is really quite simple, and a great learning experience. Jan 22, 2017 flip through of two altered books in progress.

To create this article, 17 people, some anonymous, worked to edit and improve it over time. Many people choose to use mixed media and adorn their pages with drawing and painting materials. How to create an art journal from an old book youtube. Easy to make altered book, junk journal, art journal or. Youll still get to keep your treasured book and make good use of it while youre at it. The binding is weak and the paper is very fragile, old and crumbly. May 31, 2018 youll still get to keep your treasured book and make good use of it while youre at it. The focus is on the process of creating and selfexpression rather than a particular end result. Check out my ebook, starting your art journal, its a treasure trove of art journaling ideas and techniques to help you say all youd like to through art and writing in your art journal. Doodle diary is an interactive guide to doodling that teaches girls how to combine images with words and art journaling techniques.

I started my first art journal 2 years ago, but in the last months, i stopped working on. Instead of using a plain notebook to make an art journal page, ive opted to use an old book. Facebook friends have indicated they create other types of journals, including a dream journal, a song or poetry journal, a healing journal, and of course, the ever favorite magickal journal. Get messy is an art journal challenge where a gang of crafty vixens are sharing art journal pages we have created to practice our skills and push past our creative limits with hopes to inspire. Dozens of art journal inspiration pages by gina and 12 guest artists to show how you can make the no excuses program decidedly yours. May 05, 2015 im starting a new project im going to do some art journaling. All these art journals were created using an inexpensive 7. This will allow you to add layers of other papers, journaling cards, washi tape, paint and ephemera to the pages that remain without it getting too bulky. She kept the original pages of the books, and used art journal techniques to decorate them. So whether you want to begin your very first art journal, add new ideas and techniques to an already existing art journal, or simply play with words and creative techniques, this is the book for you. Use your art journal as a sketchbook and visually chronicle your life i. Add paint, drawing, or collage material to develop your art work. How to prepare an old book for altering or art journaling altered. Jul 31, 2019 how to turn an old book into an art journal.

One day, i had the bright idea to upcycle a vintage book into an art journal. Their quality is supurb and they come in many different paper types not to mention, they look so awesome when all filled up. Upcycling old books into custom journals run to radiance. If you plan to use wet mediums in a moleskine i would recommend going with the sketch book or watercolor book. I have set myself a challenge to use my home made india ink sprays on every page in this upcycled vintage book art journal. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. I cut some shapes out of old book pages and machine sewed them to the pages. Getting started with art journaling, an openended form of art in a bound or handmade journal, altered book, or loose paper.

You are removing pages because when you start adding art to them, the book bulks out. I want to make something special for a friend using photos id taken on bush walks wed been on together over the past year and was thinking i could age the book pages with t bags and adhere photos i want to use to the page and opposite id use the scrapbook paper to add a description of the photo. How to prepare an art journal or smash book from old books. Such as this new trend of turning old books into new journals. For the next few weekly blog posts for get messy, i tried art journaling with old book pages. The part i like most about keeping an art journal is having a handheld catalog of the things i love. Use a big book to make a little book to wear around your neck. Making time for creativity offers practical help and beautiful inspiration for anyone wishing to start or renew an art journaling practice. I am a creative person i am a photographer but i do not consider myself accomplished, or even average, at drawing. Jun 27, 20 my first art journal was this beautiful old book i found in a vintage shop. Lined journals can be used for various purposes such as a diary, planner, notebook and organizer. The first time i made an altered book art journal i was hooked. It is a simple process and you will get so much enjoyment out of it. As a librarian, one tends to come across lots of unwanted books.

Sep 06, 2016 monochromatic altered book by jowilna nolte. Art journaling has a longstanding artistic tradition. I love art journals, and especially the concept of using an old book, its a neat way to recycle and make art at the same time. Monochromatic altered book by jowilna nolte there is something special about pulling out all your products in a specific color scheme and getting creative. Fill your journal with blank pages so that you may document your life on a daily basis. There is something special about pulling out all your products in a specific color scheme and getting creative. See more ideas about book crafts, book art and old books. It would be a fulfilling activity for older children as well.