Thanks for watching guys and Happy Holidays! 🎄🎄🎄🎄 Happy Season Deal! Go to nordvpn.com/minnie to get a 2-year plan plus 1 additional month with a huge discount.
A little tip with the thread, if you use beeswax on your thread it will be easier to tie a knot and it will stay in place better when binding. Also adding the beeswax to the thread helps the thread last longer when bound in the book and the wear and tear when opening and closing. I have thought about doing something like this but the time it takes, you’re a champ for taking on something like this. Absolutely beautiful!
This is wonderful. I made a tiny 2 x 2 inch accordion sketchbook for my mother-in-law. I made a tiny custom palate in an Altoids mini tin and a water brush. They recently moved and down-sized but there is no reason not to still do what you love.
I can't wait, I absolutely loved the video of filling and making the small handmade sketchbook. I adore your art and paintings. They are all beautiful. Thank you so much for inspiring me.❤
If you use a pair of craft tweezers that are closed when you let go of them, they may be listed as reverse tweezers, they can hold a knot for you while you tie the knot again.
Minnie - those little books are lovely - great job! Your perfectionism always comes through! What a huge job - 200? I hope this holiday season is a beautiful one for you and for your mom and family. Sending blessings and a hug!
@@minniesmall TRUST YOUR INSTINCS PLEASE because they are from our Guardians. TRUST INSTINCS your inner VOICE. Congratulations. Minnie IS he the ONE FOR YOU?
These mini books are so beautiful. I also love the way you timed the music with your projects. So clever! Thank you for you generosity in sharing your wonderful art.
Hi, I don't know if it's been said, but the booklets would be a little prettier/easier to make if you did the signatures with the black paper inside first, then fold the cover with the signature inside, that way your spine is a bit more rounded and easier on the eyes, and the pages won't stick out as much, but they look lovely nonetheless. I'm a novice bookbinder, and the pamphlet stitch books are very fun to make ^^ And if you use a regular bonefolder instead of a teflon one, you can burnish your paper accidentally, giving it a shine. If you don't want that, just put a piece of paper on top of the booklets ^^
I also love having long natural nails, so I understand the chore of cutting them back and the horror of breaking them. Wishing you speedy and strong nail growth! -xoxo
These little books are so cute! I'd be curious to know where you got your corner rounder. I've been making this style of book for years now and always have fun making them. One thing I've learned from other bookbinders is that it's best to fold all your papers together instead of folding them separately and then stacking them together. This method saves time and it also gives you a stronger, neater spine as all the folded pages sit perfectly flush with each other. Happy holidays to you!
These are too cute! It might be too late, but for future knot-tying, if you loop the thread the first time 2 or three times instead of one, it will hold while you make the 2nd knot. I hope that makes sense... Happy Holidays!
Minnie!!!!! These are gorgeous and your heavy duty guillotine and rounded-edge-paper-cutter-thingy were SO satisfying to watch! Plus it was so nice to see Thierry steal your seat and play with the string! 😍Precious!
Wow! I make my own Christmas cards every year and keep it at 20 cards - can't imagine making 200 sketchbooks!! They will be so appreciated. I see you used your own artwork for the covers, they look a bit shiny, how did you do that? I love these little sketchbooks. I love your videos. Merry Christmas Minnie!
How generous you are with your time! And, how grateful your patreons will be. Merry Christmas, Minnie, and a Happy New Year to you, from an admirer in the midwest of the USA!
This is a sign for me to start something I have been putting off for far too long - making little sketchbooks of my underused watercolour papers. A smaller size, like a post card size perhaps, seems less intimidating that the big sheet of paper. Super thanks for the inspiration!
Thank you so much for your content. Always a joy to see what you're up to. It makes for a great way to get back into a creative mindset. Many good wishes for you and your loved ones now and in the new year! Much success always :)
I love bookbinding! I came back to it this December, so how on point this video is, a good idea for on the go sketchbooks. And, btw, congrats on your wedding! How lovely ♥
I feel so lucky every month, to have grabbed a single open spot on your Patreon a few months ago 😍 it's made me want to start journaling and creating pretty places to use the stickers so I don't just hoard them.
Thank you as always for such a wonderful video sharing your project, following along with your process is always so inspiring (and I always look forward to the Tierry cameos!) Also glad to hear the wedding dress shopping has gone well, look forward to hearing from you again next year❣️
Thank you for the hard work that you do. They came out lovely. Have a wonderful Christmas and enjoy the New Year. I can't wait to see what you bring next year. Hope you find the wedding dress of your dreams. God bless you and keep you.
these are stunning, Minnie!!! i'm still waiting for more of the highest tier spots on your patreon to open up, so i'm sad to miss this little piece of art,, but i'm glad to have seen the process and enjoyed your voice and artistry as always
So beautiful and neat! The moment you started cutting the round edges you blew my mind so cute 🥰 Amazing work I just made my own sketchbook and it is a lot of work but so satisfying 👌
Thanks for sharing this. It's fascinating to watch your process and I lust after your tools. I've often thought it would be fun to make little sketchbooks/comic books and this helps me feel it's achievable. :-)
Oh damn! I was a patron up until November, when I had to get a new bank card due to fraud. Forgot to update my card on Patreon, and before I could, someone nabbed my spot. 😅 Anyway, thank you for all the behind the scenes / business-end videos. They were very helpful to me in the planning and early stages of opening my Etsy shop (And were also just really nice to keep me company as I was working). Happy holidays / New Year, Minnie!
Hello Minnie, OMYGOD I love these, thank you for sharing!! I've been wanting to get into painting/watercolor painting, and lately cards but the thought was overwhelming!! Never thought of starting small🤦♀️😂!! Happy Holidays to you and your family!!❤️🥰🙏🏼
Hey Minnie! If you're going to use regular sewing thread (which are usually polyester not cotton) maybe try using "button" or "quilting" threads they're thicker and stronger. Also watch a couple of jewelry bead or pearl knotting videos for tricks on how to tie/make knots. Poor finger nail... 8(
Loved the video Minnie, the mini sketchbooks are so cute (and I felt you so much with the nail situation, I always break mine as well in projects like these) 💚 Also, what a fun coincidence that I've been making little handmade notebooks to sell at my upcoming convention too 🙈 And I've been testing paper making as well!
Hi does anyone know what ever happened to the WeekDate brand of planners? I think they were discontinued & I would love to find one that is close to as functional as that one was. One that helps against repetitive writing of weekley or monthly things
Oh wow, I wish I were a Patreon supporter! My workplace is merging with a larger company so my pay changes in a couple months - maybe after that I'll have the spare cash to contribute to Patreon. You are one of my favorite artists so I would love to support you!
I have had a book on 'bookbinding' for a few years............haven't done anything YET.............maybe 2022.........maybe.......or maybe I just like looking at books about stuff...LOL I just got back to sewing after a decade of doing nothing........This covid pandemic has in in the slumps
While I think they are very cool I don't personally think they can be considered sketchbooks. This is simply because of the lack of pages (of course it's understandable) which would make it so you have to make some super advanced stuff on them, sketchbooks should be for sketches and not artworks. Otherwise really cool, don't know if I could convey my point
Thanks for watching guys and Happy Holidays! 🎄🎄🎄🎄 Happy Season Deal! Go to nordvpn.com/minnie to get a 2-year plan plus 1 additional month with a huge discount.
A little tip with the thread, if you use beeswax on your thread it will be easier to tie a knot and it will stay in place better when binding. Also adding the beeswax to the thread helps the thread last longer when bound in the book and the wear and tear when opening and closing.
I have thought about doing something like this but the time it takes, you’re a champ for taking on something like this. Absolutely beautiful!
Great tip! Thank you so much for sharing :)
What a wonderful Patreon gift!!! That's a lot of work and a sweet gesture. Have a wonderful Christmas and all the best wishes for 2022.
Thank you Diane 😊 Best wishes to you too 💛
I love taking old books, gutting them and turning them into notebooks and sketchbooks. This was fun to watch.
I love sketchbooks that are made like this!
Oh my god these are GORGEOUS
Handmade sketchbooks are always so beautiful!
@Doodle Date, any chance you’ll make some of your own mini sketchbooks on your channel?? 😉😏😉
Thanks guys 😊😊
This is wonderful. I made a tiny 2 x 2 inch accordion sketchbook for my mother-in-law. I made a tiny custom palate in an Altoids mini tin and a water brush. They recently moved and down-sized but there is no reason not to still do what you love.
I’d love a wedding dress vlog! 🥺
The mini sketchbooks are so adorable! 🥰
Ah I didn't film any of it 😬 If I go again I'll try and get some footage!
I can't wait, I absolutely loved the video of filling and making the small handmade sketchbook. I adore your art and paintings. They are all beautiful. Thank you so much for inspiring me.❤
Thank you so much! 💛💛
If you use a pair of craft tweezers that are closed when you let go of them, they may be listed as reverse tweezers, they can hold a knot for you while you tie the knot again.
Ooh thank you for the tip! 😁
Minnie - those little books are lovely - great job! Your perfectionism always comes through! What a huge job - 200?
I hope this holiday season is a beautiful one for you and for your mom and family. Sending blessings and a hug!
The tiny books look fab - looking forward to receiving mine. Happy Christmas - hope you have a nice break and some downtime.
Happy Christmas, Eileen! Your little book is on its way and I hope it reaches you soon 😊
I love bookbinding and handmade books! This was very inspiring to watch!
I'm glad you enjoyed it :)
Aw I didn’t know you were getting married 😃🥳 that’s so exciting, congratulations! Hope you have a wonderful Christmas 🎄
Thank you so much!! And a happy Christmas to you too! 💛💛
@@minniesmall TRUST YOUR INSTINCS PLEASE because they are from our Guardians. TRUST INSTINCS your inner VOICE.
Congratulations.
Minnie IS he the ONE FOR YOU?
These mini books are so beautiful. I also love the way you timed the music with your projects. So clever! Thank you for you generosity in sharing your wonderful art.
Thank you so much :) And thank you for watching!
I love making sketchbooks & gifting them❤️
Hi, I don't know if it's been said, but the booklets would be a little prettier/easier to make if you did the signatures with the black paper inside first, then fold the cover with the signature inside, that way your spine is a bit more rounded and easier on the eyes, and the pages won't stick out as much, but they look lovely nonetheless.
I'm a novice bookbinder, and the pamphlet stitch books are very fun to make ^^
And if you use a regular bonefolder instead of a teflon one, you can burnish your paper accidentally, giving it a shine. If you don't want that, just put a piece of paper on top of the booklets ^^
I actually made gratitude books as takeaways for my wedding. I only made 45 and it was such a large undertaking. I can't imagine making 200!
Ooooooo this sounds like something Minnie would do for her wedding!
What a lovely idea!
I always get excited when you post. I have to get everything ready to make my watching experience perfect. HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!!!!!!!
Ah thank you 😊
I also love having long natural nails, so I understand the chore of cutting them back and the horror of breaking them. Wishing you speedy and strong nail growth!
-xoxo
These little books are so cute! I'd be curious to know where you got your corner rounder. I've been making this style of book for years now and always have fun making them. One thing I've learned from other bookbinders is that it's best to fold all your papers together instead of folding them separately and then stacking them together. This method saves time and it also gives you a stronger, neater spine as all the folded pages sit perfectly flush with each other.
Happy holidays to you!
These are too cute! It might be too late, but for future knot-tying, if you loop the thread the first time 2 or three times instead of one, it will hold while you make the 2nd knot. I hope that makes sense...
Happy Holidays!
Minnie!!!!! These are gorgeous and your heavy duty guillotine and rounded-edge-paper-cutter-thingy were SO satisfying to watch! Plus it was so nice to see Thierry steal your seat and play with the string! 😍Precious!
He's always trying to steal a moment in the spotlight isn't he 😅 So glad you enjoyed this one Ashley 😊😊
Wow! I make my own Christmas cards every year and keep it at 20 cards - can't imagine making 200 sketchbooks!! They will be so appreciated. I see you used your own artwork for the covers, they look a bit shiny, how did you do that? I love these little sketchbooks. I love your videos. Merry Christmas Minnie!
Wow! That was a lot. Have a great Christmas and New Year. 🥰
How generous you are with your time! And, how grateful your patreons will be. Merry Christmas, Minnie, and a Happy New Year to you, from an admirer in the midwest of the USA!
Thank you so much! Merry Christmas to you too 💛💛
I lovvve that you make things like this. Such a fun idea and video.
So pretty. Thanks for all of your videos.
SO MUCH WORK but so worth it, they're beautiful! A very happy Christmas to you and yours, Minnie!🎄
Thank you!! And same to you and yours 😊😊😊🎄
Loved this!!! I gotta say, though, your kitty cat on your lap keeping you company was adorable!!! 💜😊
Congratulations on upcoming nuptials. Thank you for your video
Thanks so much 😊
I love this video, I am obsessed with little sketchbooks. Thanks for this sweet video. Happy Christmas to you and your lovely family.🥰🎄🎄🎄🥰
This is a sign for me to start something I have been putting off for far too long - making little sketchbooks of my underused watercolour papers. A smaller size, like a post card size perhaps, seems less intimidating that the big sheet of paper. Super thanks for the inspiration!
Such a sweet thing to do, they turned out so cute 🥰💓
Thanks Sarah 😊😊😊
Thank you so much for your content. Always a joy to see what you're up to.
It makes for a great way to get back into a creative mindset. Many good wishes for you and your loved ones now and in the new year! Much success always :)
I love watching you Minnie, good luck with your wedding dress shopping ♥️
I love bookbinding! I came back to it this December, so how on point this video is, a good idea for on the go sketchbooks. And, btw, congrats on your wedding! How lovely ♥
I feel so lucky every month, to have grabbed a single open spot on your Patreon a few months ago 😍 it's made me want to start journaling and creating pretty places to use the stickers so I don't just hoard them.
Amazing work!! Looks so good! Also I’m vibeing with the background music!
Thank you so much for sharing this process! Love seeing your passion. Congratulations on the wedding! Hope you and yours have happy holidays! 🧡
Thank you 😊😊 Same to you and yours 💛
Thank you as always for such a wonderful video sharing your project, following along with your process is always so inspiring (and I always look forward to the Tierry cameos!) Also glad to hear the wedding dress shopping has gone well, look forward to hearing from you again next year❣️
Thanks so much for watching :) Little T loves a moment in the spotlight whenever he can grab it 😅
They look lovely, well done. I love little sketchbooks.🥰❤️
Thanks for sharing this with us! It was such a lovely process to watch
So glad you enjoyed it 😊
They're so cute! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Thank you for the hard work that you do. They came out lovely. Have a wonderful Christmas and enjoy the New Year. I can't wait to see what you bring next year. Hope you find the wedding dress of your dreams. God bless you and keep you.
Thank you so much 💛
Happy New Year, Minnie! Beautiful work, as expected. Much happiness to you in the coming year.
You too, Barbara 😊💛 Thank you xx
These are so cute! I’d love to see a video of u filling one of these sketchbooks with art!
I love your sketches and paintings! Merry Christmas
As always Minnie, LOVELY work!!! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and yours!
Thank you my love! Same to you and yours 😊😊💛
these are stunning, Minnie!!! i'm still waiting for more of the highest tier spots on your patreon to open up, so i'm sad to miss this little piece of art,, but i'm glad to have seen the process and enjoyed your voice and artistry as always
So beautiful and neat!
The moment you started cutting the round edges you blew my mind so cute 🥰
Amazing work
I just made my own sketchbook and it is a lot of work but so satisfying 👌
So cool that you've made you're own as well! You're right, it's hard work but so worth it in the end :)
These are quite lovely and will make an amazing patreon gift!
Thanks for sharing this. It's fascinating to watch your process and I lust after your tools. I've often thought it would be fun to make little sketchbooks/comic books and this helps me feel it's achievable. :-)
It really is achievable, even with much simpler tools! Best of luck if you do decide to give it a go 😊😊
I've been thinking about doing this as gifts for different members of my family. Enjoy your wedding dress shopping.
That's such a wonderful gift idea! You should defo give it a go!
Wonderful gift
Merry Christmas Minnie and Happy New Year!
You too my love 😊😊
Oh damn! I was a patron up until November, when I had to get a new bank card due to fraud. Forgot to update my card on Patreon, and before I could, someone nabbed my spot. 😅
Anyway, thank you for all the behind the scenes / business-end videos. They were very helpful to me in the planning and early stages of opening my Etsy shop (And were also just really nice to keep me company as I was working). Happy holidays / New Year, Minnie!
Thank you, Minnie! You are a beautiful soul.
Aw thank you so much 😊😊
subscribed.ty!fir sharing.& Merry Christmas!💖👍☕🙂
loved the video sm! ur content always inspires and comforts me. thank you for that and good luck with everything for the future! happy holidays
Thank you! You too! 💛💛
the sketchbooks looks amazing!! not a patron so would really love to see these available in your shop
Again, congratulations on your new future.
Hello Minnie, OMYGOD I love these, thank you for sharing!! I've been wanting to get into painting/watercolor painting, and lately cards but the thought was overwhelming!! Never thought of starting small🤦♀️😂!! Happy Holidays to you and your family!!❤️🥰🙏🏼
You should go for it 😊😊 Thank you and happy holidays to you and yours also 💛
@@minniesmall Aww thank you for the encouragement Minnie I will try, and Happy Holidays to you and your family as well!!❤️🥰🙏🏼
careful with kitty; our nebelung LOVES to swallow string and one time swallowed one attached to a needle! It did, uh, "come out."
love your nails 😍
Hey Minnie! If you're going to use regular sewing thread (which are usually polyester not cotton) maybe try using "button" or "quilting" threads they're thicker and stronger. Also watch a couple of jewelry bead or pearl knotting videos for tricks on how to tie/make knots. Poor finger nail... 8(
Great tip! Thank you so much 😊😊
Loved the video Minnie, the mini sketchbooks are so cute (and I felt you so much with the nail situation, I always break mine as well in projects like these) 💚 Also, what a fun coincidence that I've been making little handmade notebooks to sell at my upcoming convention too 🙈 And I've been testing paper making as well!
Ha no way! It's long but rewarding work right!
@@minniesmall haha yeah such a coincidence! 😁 Indeed!
ow! that really hurts when you do that to your nails
a lot of work, cute tiny little books 😀
Wait what?!?! When did you and Ozzie get engaged?! Oh my goodness!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! 😍😍😍😍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Happy Holidays!!!! 🥰
Ahhh thank you!!!! 😊😊😊😊😊 And happy holidays to you too 💛💛
These are beautiful Minnie❤️
Thank you love 😊
This is such a lovely idea!
Thank you 😊😊
Handsome kitty 🐈
😻
❤️❤️❤️
That is one heavy duty cutter
I love it 😅
Amazing💝that’s dedication 💝
Thanks Pamela! x
awwww
😁😁😁 It's on the way! Hopefully not long now!
Hi does anyone know what ever happened to the WeekDate brand of planners? I think they were discontinued & I would love to find one that is close to as functional as that one was. One that helps against repetitive writing of weekley or monthly things
Wonderful sketchbook 👌
Thank you so much 😀
Oh wow, I wish I were a Patreon supporter! My workplace is merging with a larger company so my pay changes in a couple months - maybe after that I'll have the spare cash to contribute to Patreon. You are one of my favorite artists so I would love to support you!
Thank you 😊😊 I really appreciate you watching and commenting on my videos, that's more than enough support! Thank you!
Where is your gilitine from? Ian looking for a good one. Thanks so much.
Hi there what's the name of the machine to round corners please? I want to buy one
I have had a book on 'bookbinding' for a few years............haven't done anything YET.............maybe 2022.........maybe.......or maybe I just like looking at books about stuff...LOL
I just got back to sewing after a decade of doing nothing........This covid pandemic has in in the slumps
I want one
Hey Minnie! Love your content. What tool did I see you use to straighten the card edges at the start of the video?
Wow. Do you sell them.
Can I buy 1
I hope to add something similar to my shop in the new year 😊
Merry Christmas, Minnie!
Here is a video just for you
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In kindred spirit
Eliza
Australia x
While I think they are very cool I don't personally think they can be considered sketchbooks. This is simply because of the lack of pages (of course it's understandable) which would make it so you have to make some super advanced stuff on them, sketchbooks should be for sketches and not artworks. Otherwise really cool, don't know if I could convey my point
Fair enough! I think people will be able to use these in all sorts of ways, that's the beauty of sketchbooks 😊