P. Follosco Thanks for watching & great questions! Here are the answers: 1. Only a thin sheet of paper is needed for the spine, but technically, if you wanted a super durable spine, I guess you could use cardboard instead. 2. Do NOT put glue on the spine (where the textblock touches the inside cover). That's because you want the pages to be able to bend and open flat. I hope your journal turns out nice! Let me know if you have any more questions. :)
Hi Gabriella Balagna! Thank you for answering my questions! I am enlightened. I have already finished making my own project but I have used a different way of binding. I'm planning on trying out your style for another bookbinding project. I subscribed to your channel btw. Thanks again and continue making great videos! :)
Basically for the sewing part, you'll just need to follow the video very carefully. I recommend just pausing the video after each step of sewing. Basically, you're just weaving in and out (or going up and down through the holes). If you have a more specific question about how to sew it, (for example how to tie the knot), then just leave me another comment and I'll try to explain it better. Hope this helped! :)
Thank you so much Gabriella! I finally tried twice, spent 2 weeks of spare time to finish this book and I'm going to give this one as a Christmas gift to the girl I love next week. Hope this gift can win her heart:) Again, thank you so much.
That was an amazing tutorial! I have been searching for a DIY sketchbook/journal for a long time and this is the best of all. I really like it! I am going to make it as soon as possible!!!
I am in love with this!!! You are so precise and I see you answered some great questions! I am going to try this , but make just a single change ... I am going to make 2 adult coloring books for my daughters. One loves owls and the older loves cats! Again thank you so very much for a terrific video :D
Amei o seu trabalho! Achei bem explicado e detalhado, muito criativo também. Parabéns! Sucesso para o canal, você ganhou mais umas inscrita! Fiz o meu caderno preto, com folhas A4 brancas comuns e interior roxo. Adorei o resultado, só não pude fazer igual porque eu não tinha um cortador para arredondar/cortar as bordas das folhas... If you haven't understood or could not translate the text above, just know that I loved the video. Awesome channel, congratulations!!
Thank you so much for making this tutorial! I've always wanted to make my own sketchbook, but would always hesitate because I felt like I wouldn't be able to do it. Your tutorial is extremely helpful and I couldn't be any more motivated!!
+XiMarionetteX I'm so glad that you're going to make a sketchbook! Just ask me if you have a question and tell me how your sketchbook turns out! Thank you and you're so welcome!
+Peacelover1212 Hi there Peacelover1212. Thanks for leaving a comment! The pages do lay completely flat. However, depending on the thickness of your paper, you might need to gently hold down/press down the page to keep it open all the way. Instead of holding it down, you could simply use a binder clip on each side of the journal to hold the pages open. I hope you decide to make a journal!
This is such a great tutorial! Super informative and really helpful! I would like to try to make this soon cuz I have nowhere to put all my art. But just one question... Would it be okay to use watercolor paper? The paper is really thick so I guess maybe I'd have to make smaller signatures. Please give me an opinion on this cuz I don't really specialize in making journals. Ehe...
It looks as if you could have gotten it from the store, excellent work! I definitely have a few ideas in mind for my nieces and nephew. I can probably put my associate's in graphic design to use and format/design a couple of coloring books for the three of them. Thank you for the detailed information and very easy to follow process!
Hi! Awesome tutorial! I just have some questions: 1. Why are you using only a thin sheet of white paper for the spine? Why not use cardboard with the same thickness as the cover's? 2. Why should I not put glue on the spine? Thanks! :)
Omg thankyou so much for the tutorial I followed every step one by one and my notebook turned out amazing even though I worked on it for 3 days lol !! (I made a white one)
I was search for something like that. Uau! This is awesome! Thanks for your job. I have a question: - This method allows all pages to open at 180 degrees easily? I greatfull for your answer, since now. ps.: sorry, my english not so good...
thanks for the great tutorial! Mine did NOT turn out as beautiful as yours because I thought I needed to make changes :/ lol - oh well! It will still work for my purposes and I understand now why you do things a certain way! I did not want to waste paper, so thought that I could just trim off the edges of the signatures. That does not work. do you know why? Because there is no support! duh.. BUT I learned! Did you know that you can not make the back spine less than a quarter inch from the coverplates? Do you know why? because it won't open or close! duh. BUT I learned! lol THANK YOU! this is a fine tutorial!
+Dawn Stover Don't feel bad at all, Dawn - I'm still making mistakes! For example, I made the cover for the journal in this video too big by accident and it sticks off the right edge too far. (Although I got the measurements wrong, I'm pretty positive I mentioned in the video not to do that.) Thank you!
Hello! Great video! Love this notebook! I have the most important question - what kind of paper did you used on cover??? Because most of which I tried - shreds! Very badly! I wold be gratful for every info you can give me! Is there some special kind of paper for covers? Like... more elastic or something? :)
+Irena Dżyga Hi Irena; thanks for leaving a comment! I hope you find a good paper to use on the cover. I believed I used this brand of kraft packaging paper: www.amazon.com/Scotch-Postal-Wrapping-Paper-Length/dp/B00PV0NUQA/ref=sr_1_2?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1445033979&sr=1-2&keywords=brown+kraft+scotch It's just plain paper - it's not meant for notebook making or anything. Let me know if I can help with anything else! Thank you!
Absolutely the best I have seen. Been up all night watching. I have to wait 3 hours to get chipboard. Do you think I should use something heavier to cover book, I am going to to paint them.?Thank you so much for sharing your talent❣️❣️❣️
Awesome! And you're welcome! I would suggest you try painting on a scrap piece of whatever material you want to use. Then you can see if it curls up or handles the paint well. :)
Hi. I've watched several videos like this, however, they're using fabric to cover the chipboard or something like that? but i want something plain like yours. is that a paper? if so, what kind of paper did you use. thank you very much. your video is very informative, by the way.
+Saeko Chan Thank you! This is not an affiliate link or anything, but here is the paper I used: www.amazon.com/Scotch-Postal-Wrapping-Paper-Inches/dp/B000RN3EOE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1453989987&sr=8-1&keywords=scotch+paper
I love your tutorial and I am about to make my very first journal! But I have one question: what is the material of the cover, that comes top of the cardboard? The one that on a moleskine makes it feel like skin.
This looks great! I can't wait to try it, but I was wondering, you had a tool you used for evening out the crease, but if you don't have that, what should you use?
I got it from "Blick Art Materials". It doesn't have a label on it so I'm not sure what it's called. You can look for "matte board", "chip board", or "bookbinder's board". I also sometimes use the chipboard from the back of an old notepad or dissemble a photo box.
this is such a great tutorial but the audio is so unbelievably low, ugh i do however appreciate the video and the endless questions you took the time to answer
Thank you Madison! I wouldn't recommend using scrapbooking paper for the cover because it might tear along the spine. Test a scrap piece of paper by folding it back and forth, if the paper rips/tears, it's probably better to find something else to use for the cover. Fabric is always an option. Have a great day!
Mia Glyzel you mean a clear page u stick the paper in to protect it? sure.but scrap book paper isnt durable.u need the thickness of the cardboard first.
+Rose Desmond Hi Rose. Add about half an inch to the height of the textblock dimension and zero inches to the width of the textblock dimension and that is the dimensions for one of your covers. Thanks, let me know if you any more questions!
Haven't seen those books before, but it does open pretty flat. If you want to make a book that opens even flatter try my Coptic Stitch Journal tutorial: th-cam.com/video/Z1cTB6_4w5E/w-d-xo.html&lc=UgyAk1izRc9mPPAWzzl4AaABAg
My friend LOVES to draw and this christmas I am doing this to her because where I live sketchbooks are really really expensive so I think this is a good alternative. I really loved this video, it has clear steps! I'm going to start to make the sketchbook right away. +Gabriella Balagna
hola , una pregunta, hasta el momento esta quedando excelente ,para la tapa estoy usando una bolsa de papel madera duro que encontre por ahi XD , sirve ? , es esa de las que te dan cuando compras ropa
I really loved this tutorial. You do a wonderful job explaining things and showing what needs to be done. I would like to ask what type of cardboard you used? I used corrugated cardboard and recycled a brown paper bag for the cover. Has a rather rustic look that I like very much. But I would love a smoother finish. I recycle cereal boxes and cardboard food containers, but I feel as though this cardboard might be a bit thin. Thank you for this video!!
Thank you so much! I'm so glad you made a book! Yes, cereal boxes are probably too thin. The cardboard I use is similar, but thicker. I call it chipboard. It's hard/stiff/dense and not corrugated.You can buy something similar at the art store "dick blick" but I'm not sure what it's called there. However, I do not usually buy chipboard. I just take the back cover off an old sketchpad/notebook. Also, sometimes I take apart a chipboard box. For example, i have bought these boxes (www.michaels.com/recollections-memory-box/M10023305.html?dwvar_M10023305_color=Black) at Michaels, taken them apart, and used their chipboard. Have fun!
+Andres Diaz You're English is actually pretty good, but sadly I don't know what size my corner punch is. I hope you find one in the size you're looking for!
It's from Michaels. I used the cream color. :) www.michaels.com/recollections-cardstock-value-pack-8.5x11/M10023428.html?dwvar_M10023428_color=White#q=cardstock&start=1
Such a great tutorial! Thanks for posting it. If I want to use fabric for the cover, do you recommend glueing the fabric to paper first before glueing it to the cardboard cover?
+DeepPurpleSkies Hi there! Great question. I've made fabric journals before, it's a fun way to customize your journal. So, here's your answer: Glue the fabric straight to the cardboard covers. (However, if the fabric is a light color light white, make sure you can't see any cardboard through it. If you can, then glue plain paper to the cover, let it dry, then glue the fabric to the cover.) Bonus Tips ;) Test out your glue on the fabric first and make sure it doesn't show through. Fabric glue or tacky glue might work well. Spread out the glue before putting the fabric on so none seeps through the fabric. Iron the fabric before gluing it down if it is really wrinkled/creased. Remember to let the covers dry flat under some heavy books before continuing with the project so they don't curl up from the wetness of the glue. Hope your journal turns out really well. Have fun! :)
this is really great, I'll definitely try making one when I have some free time and good paper to use for it! :D I have a lot of wrapping paper but it is a little thin, would it work if I tried gluing it onto a piece of cardboard/thicker paper to use for the cover, or should I just find something else?
Wrapping paper might not work well for the cover, maybe test out a scrap piece and see if it works well or not. Other materials to use are fabric and kraft/packaging paper. I hope your journal turns out awesome!
here's a great image of how someone did it: s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/50/bf/4f/50bf4f5bfb9a11e1652d73ebe7c53c0f--bookbinding-tutorial-bookbinding-ideas.jpg
Hey! Thanks for the tutorial! I have a few questions: 1) Do you use regular paper for the cover? How thick does it has to be to hold well? 2) Does the book lay flat when you open it? It's important for me because I want to make a sketchbook. I didn't recognize the stitches you used for the paper block, is it coptic stitch?
You're welcome! 1) I used brown "packing paper". It's thicker than normal paper. Very thick paper does not seem to wear well, as it usually tears on the spine. You should probably try something with a medium weight or use fabric instead. 2) The book will open all the way flat. However, you have to hold it open or the pages will start to close. It depends on the thickness of paper you use though. A thinner paper would stay open better. I didn't not use coptic stitch, but it's similar to that. I have made coptic stitch notebooks before and they seem to stay open a little better. Let me know if you make a sketchbook or if you have any more questions!
Gabriella Balagna Thanks! Finally got all the materials needed! I will surely make a sketchbook using this tutorial pretty soon. Though, I am still a little concern about the strength of the cover. I prefer paper cover because it's easier to work with. Will Bristol paper\cereal box cardboard be good? In case I would use fabric, how can I maintain the shape of the spine?
That's awesome! A thinner cover would work fine. "Maintaining the shape of the spine" shouldn't be a problem. The text-block already has a pretty firm shape, even without the cover. I'm not sure what you mean by using fabric though - no paper/cardboard under it? I'm not sure how that would work. If you do use fabric, you could wrap it around some thin cereal box cardboard first to make the cover. Let me know if I answered your questions or not and tell me if you have any more. I hope the sketchbook turns out great!
thanks for the video, really good, will definetly try this! can you do a tutorial on maybe decorating the front and back covers of the book?? anyway, good video ;)
Danielle Smith Thank you! I'm so glad you're going to make one. There are soooo many different ways to decorate the covers that I decided to just compile a list of ideas for you: 1. fabric instead of paper 2. draw something in pen/marker (anything that won't smear or fade) 3. stickers 4. duct tape or washi tape 5. paint (not sure if that would get ruined over time) 6. patterned paper 7. print something off onto the cover paper or simply glue it on 8. monogram or initials 9. write a favorite quote in fancy handwriting 10. draw a geometric pattern 11. use a metallic marker or white gel pen 12. glue on sequins or gems 13. use stencils 14. glue on ribbon 15. google even more ideas! I hope these ideas help. Have fun!
thanks for replying Gabriella Balagna ill try to keep it simple but i like the idea of patterned paper and initials so i think ill do both and add them both together! thanks for the ideas!
With perfect binding, you have to use sheets of paper that aren't folded in half. If you did that, then yes, I guess you could use that style binding instead. :)
+Riri Mashhor I have never purchased any chipboard, but here are some ways to get it: 1. taking apart one of those cheap photo cardboard photo storage boxes they sell at Michaels/Joanns. 2. The back of a notepad/notebook. 3. The back of a sketchbook or drawing paper pad. 4. The cover of an old book. 5. Packaging/box made from it. If you still can't find any chipboard, you might be able to find some in a store if you live in a big/populated town or have a bookbinding store. Otherwise, you could google it online, just make sure you buy it in a thick enough weight. Thanks!
Alessandro Pierfelice Alessandro, sorry to hear that; I have a couple suggestions - at least one of them should work. (You could try each one out with some scrap cardboard and paper first.) 1. Spread in the glue with your fingers really well so that the entire surface is evenly covered. 2. Try using a different glue, maybe a glue stick or a thicker glue. 3. Use tape to stick the paper to the cover. 4. Use tape on the outside, but where the edges fold over use glue. 5. If nothing else works, you'll just have to use a different type of paper. I hope one of these suggestions works out! Thanks so much for watching the video. :)
+megan leigh Hi there! Thanks for leaving a comment. I'm not really sure how staples might work, but you might want to try "perfect bound", which uses no sewing. :) There are lots of tutorials of it on google. I hope you decide to make a notebook!
+megan leigh I bet you could do it if you set your mind to it! Also, I just put out a new tutorial on Coptic Stitch bookbinding. It's a little different, so here's the link to the video tutorial in case you want to try it out: th-cam.com/video/Z1cTB6_4w5E/w-d-xo.html
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i made this and i'm actually so proud of myself
it looks nowhere as neat as yours but i literally treat it as my own child
thank you very much!
youtubertears that's great! glad you tried the tutorial!
The BEST tutorial ever !!! Add to my fav !
Awww, thank you! I hope you make a journal, it's really fun!
gracias, lo voy a intentar, estaba buscando un tutorial que me lo explique bien y encontre el tuyo. thank you!!!
+Maximiliano Zambrano De nada y gracias! I'm glad you like the tutorial.
WOW, what a great work! Amazing! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤️
Thank you!
P. Follosco Thanks for watching & great questions! Here are the answers:
1. Only a thin sheet of paper is needed for the spine, but technically, if you wanted a super durable spine, I guess you could use cardboard instead.
2. Do NOT put glue on the spine (where the textblock touches the inside cover). That's because you want the pages to be able to bend and open flat.
I hope your journal turns out nice! Let me know if you have any more questions. :)
Hi Gabriella Balagna! Thank you for answering my questions! I am enlightened. I have already finished making my own project but I have used a different way of binding. I'm planning on trying out your style for another bookbinding project. I subscribed to your channel btw. Thanks again and continue making great videos! :)
P. Follosco Thank you so much. It was my pleasure. And thanks for subscribing! Have a great day!
Really good videos. I'll definitely do it
Omg!!!looks so cool!!!good job :) the part I don't understand is the sewing part:(
Basically for the sewing part, you'll just need to follow the video very carefully. I recommend just pausing the video after each step of sewing. Basically, you're just weaving in and out (or going up and down through the holes).
If you have a more specific question about how to sew it, (for example how to tie the knot), then just leave me another comment and I'll try to explain it better.
Hope this helped! :)
Magnífico! Simplesmente genial! Congratulations!!! Of Brazil!
Who will spend money to buy one when you can make one by yourself!! Really nice work congrats
carkod Thank you! :)
Thank you so much Gabriella! I finally tried twice, spent 2 weeks of spare time to finish this book and I'm going to give this one as a Christmas gift to the girl I love next week. Hope this gift can win her heart:) Again, thank you so much.
You're welcome! That's so awesome! Hope she loved it!
Hey, how did it go?
amazing tutorial! thank you
***** My pleasure. Glad you liked it!
Oh, oui, cela est tre´bon.
Facile a' comprendre! ;)
pierre
+pierre5325 Merci bien, Pierre! (Thank you very much.)
Gabriella
Trabalho maravilhoso! Parabéns pela precisão e obrigada pelo tutorial. Abraços do Brasil :)
That was an amazing tutorial! I have been searching for a DIY sketchbook/journal for a long time and this is the best of all. I really like it! I am going to make it as soon as possible!!!
looks like a lot of work, but also like it's worth doing it! thank you for this detailed video :D i really enjoyed watching!
I am in love with this!!! You are so precise and I see you answered some great questions!
I am going to try this , but make just a single change ... I am going to make 2 adult coloring books for my daughters. One loves owls and the older loves cats!
Again thank you so very much for a terrific video :D
+Sue Potter That's such an awesome idea! You daughters will love it! Thank you as well. :)
Best I've seen on binding (video 1) and finishing (video 2). Your voice and instructions are very pleasant! Thank you!
Thank you so much Diane!
this is really really good! I LOVE THAT!💕
Hi Gabriella, really nice job thks for sharing . What kind of glue do you use please ? Thanks for those great videos
tacky glue
beautiful :)
thanks!
How much space did you leave between the front and back thick cardboard cover and the spine paper?
Thanks
Martha Marie Bartolo 1cm between the cover and the spine on each side
You are a pro
+Ra Leo Thank you; it's practice that makes perfect!
Hermoso y muy bien explicado, gracias... Ya lo voy a poner en práctica, abrazos desde Colombia!!!
Muchas gracias!
Sabes que carton usa ?
Amei o seu trabalho! Achei bem explicado e detalhado, muito criativo também. Parabéns! Sucesso para o canal, você ganhou mais umas inscrita!
Fiz o meu caderno preto, com folhas A4 brancas comuns e interior roxo. Adorei o resultado, só não pude fazer igual porque eu não tinha um cortador para arredondar/cortar as bordas das folhas...
If you haven't understood or could not translate the text above, just know that I loved the video. Awesome channel, congratulations!!
Thank you so much for making this tutorial! I've always wanted to make my own sketchbook, but would always hesitate because I felt like I wouldn't be able to do it. Your tutorial is extremely helpful and I couldn't be any more motivated!!
+XiMarionetteX I'm so glad that you're going to make a sketchbook! Just ask me if you have a question and tell me how your sketchbook turns out! Thank you and you're so welcome!
Wow this is awesome. I have a question, can the page lay completely flat 180 degree?
+Peacelover1212 Hi there Peacelover1212. Thanks for leaving a comment! The pages do lay completely flat.
However, depending on the thickness of your paper, you might need to gently hold down/press down the page to keep it open all the way. Instead of holding it down, you could simply use a binder clip on each side of the journal to hold the pages open.
I hope you decide to make a journal!
Best Journal Tutorial I've seen Thus Far ❤❤❤
Thank you! So glad you liked it!
This is such a great tutorial! Super informative and really helpful! I would like to try to make this soon cuz I have nowhere to put all my art. But just one question...
Would it be okay to use watercolor paper? The paper is really thick so I guess maybe I'd have to make smaller signatures. Please give me an opinion on this cuz I don't really specialize in making journals. Ehe...
+Litsu :3 Water Color paper would be fine, you will just need to make the spine a bit larger.
It looks as if you could have gotten it from the store, excellent work! I definitely have a few ideas in mind for my nieces and nephew. I can probably put my associate's in graphic design to use and format/design a couple of coloring books for the three of them.
Thank you for the detailed information and very easy to follow process!
+Krissy Marie Your nieces and nephews are lucky to have you - a coloring book is such a great idea! Thank you for watching!
i can make em a little bit bigger? and with various types of paper? you know, watercolor paper, or for copic markers ?
Hi! Awesome tutorial! I just have some questions:
1. Why are you using only a thin sheet of white paper for the spine? Why not use cardboard with the same thickness as the cover's?
2. Why should I not put glue on the spine?
Thanks! :)
Hi, I have a doubt, the curved cutter that measures have or is universal?
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Thanks! very beautiful💘💘💘
Well done Gabriella, this and part1 are great videos. Going to make one tomorrow. Thank you.
+yettsoman I'm so glad you're going to make one! Have fun!
Omg thankyou so much for the tutorial I followed every step one by one and my notebook turned out amazing even though I worked on it for 3 days lol !! (I made a white one)
This is incredibly well done
This is the best tutorial I found so far, you made it very easy to understand. Thank you! Subscribed
Ahh, thank you so much!!!
Really nice! I can’t wait to try this!
I was search for something like that. Uau! This is awesome! Thanks for your job.
I have a question:
- This method allows all pages to open at 180 degrees easily?
I greatfull for your answer, since now.
ps.: sorry, my english not so good...
thanks for the great tutorial! Mine did NOT turn out as beautiful as yours because I thought I needed to make changes :/ lol - oh well! It will still work for my purposes and I understand now why you do things a certain way! I did not want to waste paper, so thought that I could just trim off the edges of the signatures. That does not work. do you know why? Because there is no support! duh.. BUT I learned! Did you know that you can not make the back spine less than a quarter inch from the coverplates? Do you know why? because it won't open or close! duh. BUT I learned! lol THANK YOU! this is a fine tutorial!
+Dawn Stover Don't feel bad at all, Dawn - I'm still making mistakes! For example, I made the cover for the journal in this video too big by accident and it sticks off the right edge too far. (Although I got the measurements wrong, I'm pretty positive I mentioned in the video not to do that.) Thank you!
Hello!
Great video! Love this notebook!
I have the most important question - what kind of paper did you used on cover???
Because most of which I tried - shreds! Very badly!
I wold be gratful for every info you can give me! Is there some special kind of paper for covers? Like... more elastic or something? :)
+Irena Dżyga Hi Irena; thanks for leaving a comment! I hope you find a good paper to use on the cover. I believed I used this brand of kraft packaging paper:
www.amazon.com/Scotch-Postal-Wrapping-Paper-Length/dp/B00PV0NUQA/ref=sr_1_2?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1445033979&sr=1-2&keywords=brown+kraft+scotch
It's just plain paper - it's not meant for notebook making or anything. Let me know if I can help with anything else! Thank you!
Nice
Absolutely the best I have seen. Been up all night watching. I have to wait 3 hours to get chipboard. Do you think I should use something heavier to cover book, I am going to to paint them.?Thank you so much for sharing your talent❣️❣️❣️
Awesome! And you're welcome! I would suggest you try painting on a scrap piece of whatever material you want to use. Then you can see if it curls up or handles the paint well. :)
Hi. I've watched several videos like this, however, they're using fabric to cover the chipboard or something like that? but i want something plain like yours. is that a paper? if so, what kind of paper did you use. thank you very much. your video is very informative, by the way.
+Saeko Chan Thank you! This is not an affiliate link or anything, but here is the paper I used: www.amazon.com/Scotch-Postal-Wrapping-Paper-Inches/dp/B000RN3EOE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1453989987&sr=8-1&keywords=scotch+paper
Your tutorial is perfect, thank you
Your voice is so relaxing.
P.d: im gonna give it a try. beautiful job
Thank you so much Agustina! :)
I love your tutorial and I am about to make my very first journal! But I have one question: what is the material of the cover, that comes top of the cardboard? The one that on a moleskine makes it feel like skin.
you can purchase fake leather/vinyl/fabric from a fabric store; i just used brown kraft paper. have fun!
This looks great! I can't wait to try it, but I was wondering, you had a tool you used for evening out the crease, but if you don't have that, what should you use?
just use your fingers, or maybe a butter knife. :)
What did YOU use for the coverboards? Cardboard or chipboard? And where did you get it from?
I got it from "Blick Art Materials". It doesn't have a label on it so I'm not sure what it's called. You can look for "matte board", "chip board", or "bookbinder's board". I also sometimes use the chipboard from the back of an old notepad or dissemble a photo box.
5 lira bimde bu kadar değer mi
Excellent!
Thank you.
this is such a great tutorial but the audio is so unbelievably low, ugh
i do however appreciate the video and the endless questions you took the time to answer
thank you, your comment is very kind! hope you're having a great week!
Hi, I don't understand very well how paper you use to the cover. Please, help me ;)
Mellina Praxedes she is used cardboard/chipboard covered in craft paper
hi gabriela i having trouble wit making that book style border... im using a scrap papaer and it is not turning out like yours
+Camilla Rozario Sorry about that! If you could be a little more specific, I'd be happy to help. Thanks!
Thanks for amazing tutorial, its easy for beginner like me, i love the result 👍🙏
So glad it was easy to follow and that you now have an amazing handmade book!
Hey, I love your videos I have a qustion tho. Could I use scarp booking paper for my cover?
Thank you Madison!
I wouldn't recommend using scrapbooking paper for the cover because it might tear along the spine. Test a scrap piece of paper by folding it back and forth, if the paper rips/tears, it's probably better to find something else to use for the cover. Fabric is always an option.
Have a great day!
what if i stick a plastic notebook cover on the scrap paper? will it work?
Mia Glyzel Sorry, I don't understand.
Madison Levy u need to first use the cardboard so it is durable and then u can glue or tape scrap paper/colored paper over it.
Mia Glyzel you mean a clear page u stick the paper in to protect it? sure.but scrap book paper isnt durable.u need the thickness of the cardboard first.
Omg my last name is Calagna 😛😛😛😛😛
What materials did you use for the cover? I only have cardstock and cardboard.
I used brown craft paper and chipboard/matte board.
Ein gutes Buch herzustellen ist nicht einfach. Das hast du gut gemacht! ^-^
+EinwildesFetz Danke! (Thank you!)
how do you measure for the cover size I have a cover I want to make but don't know how much to add to the dimensions
+Rose Desmond Hi Rose. Add about half an inch to the height of the textblock dimension and zero inches to the width of the textblock dimension and that is the dimensions for one of your covers. Thanks, let me know if you any more questions!
3:11 cutting the paper by tool ! what's the name of this tool ?? or where i can find it ???
It's a corner hole punch. You can likely find one at a craft store or online!
wonderful tutorial....just got to have a go at making my own now!
awesome!
Can this be folded all the way to the back like the Stillman & Birn books?
Haven't seen those books before, but it does open pretty flat. If you want to make a book that opens even flatter try my Coptic Stitch Journal tutorial: th-cam.com/video/Z1cTB6_4w5E/w-d-xo.html&lc=UgyAk1izRc9mPPAWzzl4AaABAg
you are a genius!!! that pocket is amazing!! thanks!
+Judy Vega thank you so much!
Where can you get a bone folder? Also if you cant find one is it a big deal to do it without or is it a must have?
not a big deal at all, you can just use your finger or maybe a butterknife. i got mine from Michael's craft store though. :)
My friend LOVES to draw and this christmas I am doing this to her because where I live sketchbooks are really really expensive so I think this is a good alternative. I really loved this video, it has clear steps! I'm going to start to make the sketchbook right away. +Gabriella Balagna
+Paola Gonzalez That's awesome! Your friend will love it. Merry Christmas / Happy Holidays!
Thanks!! you too :DD
hola , una pregunta, hasta el momento esta quedando excelente ,para la tapa estoy usando una bolsa de papel madera duro que encontre por ahi XD , sirve ? , es esa de las que te dan cuando compras ropa
Mi español no es muy bueno, pero una bolsa de papel esta bien. Buena suerte!
Genial gracias! si lo subtitulas en español seria perfecto :D
Cuyba Lo siento. Hay no subtitulas. :( Mi español no es bien. Gracias por mirar ustedes!
ok gracias ! :D
I really loved this tutorial. You do a wonderful job explaining things and showing what needs to be done. I would like to ask what type of cardboard you used? I used corrugated cardboard and recycled a brown paper bag for the cover. Has a rather rustic look that I like very much. But I would love a smoother finish. I recycle cereal boxes and cardboard food containers, but I feel as though this cardboard might be a bit thin. Thank you for this video!!
Thank you so much! I'm so glad you made a book!
Yes, cereal boxes are probably too thin. The cardboard I use is similar, but thicker. I call it chipboard. It's hard/stiff/dense and not corrugated.You can buy something similar at the art store "dick blick" but I'm not sure what it's called there.
However, I do not usually buy chipboard. I just take the back cover off an old sketchpad/notebook. Also, sometimes I take apart a chipboard box. For example, i have bought these boxes (www.michaels.com/recollections-memory-box/M10023305.html?dwvar_M10023305_color=Black) at Michaels, taken them apart, and used their chipboard.
Have fun!
Hi, great video! Your corner punch what size is? 10mm? Sorry for my bad english :P
+Andres Diaz You're English is actually pretty good, but sadly I don't know what size my corner punch is. I hope you find one in the size you're looking for!
oh thank you :) i love this book :D
It's grate !, can u tell please give the mosaic of the first page ?
+GABRIEL V Possibly Google? Try searching for free "damask" patterns online. :)
Verry nice ~
it was a lot of help ~ Thank you ~
What kind of paper did you use for the inside pages of the book?
It's from Michaels. I used the cream color. :)
www.michaels.com/recollections-cardstock-value-pack-8.5x11/M10023428.html?dwvar_M10023428_color=White#q=cardstock&start=1
Wow! This is wonderful! Will be trying this!
Yay!
do you have any idea for corner punch alternative?
Some people just trim the corners at an angle with a sharp utility knife. Or you could just leave them square!
Such a great tutorial! Thanks for posting it. If I want to use fabric for the cover, do you recommend glueing the fabric to paper first before glueing it to the cardboard cover?
+DeepPurpleSkies Hi there! Great question. I've made fabric journals before, it's a fun way to customize your journal. So, here's your answer:
Glue the fabric straight to the cardboard covers.
(However, if the fabric is a light color light white, make sure you can't see any cardboard through it. If you can, then glue plain paper to the cover, let it dry, then glue the fabric to the cover.)
Bonus Tips ;)
Test out your glue on the fabric first and make sure it doesn't show through.
Fabric glue or tacky glue might work well.
Spread out the glue before putting the fabric on so none seeps through the fabric.
Iron the fabric before gluing it down if it is really wrinkled/creased.
Remember to let the covers dry flat under some heavy books before continuing with the project so they don't curl up from the wetness of the glue.
Hope your journal turns out really well. Have fun! :)
this is really great, I'll definitely try making one when I have some free time and good paper to use for it! :D I have a lot of wrapping paper but it is a little thin, would it work if I tried gluing it onto a piece of cardboard/thicker paper to use for the cover, or should I just find something else?
Wrapping paper might not work well for the cover, maybe test out a scrap piece and see if it works well or not. Other materials to use are fabric and kraft/packaging paper.
I hope your journal turns out awesome!
all good still liked the vid
Very nice! I really like it. I'm definitely trying it out
Awesome! Hope you're having a good day!
Hello, fantastic tutorial :) one question, how did you prepare the markings to wrap the corners of the cover?
here's a great image of how someone did it:
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A magnificent work perfect! Congratulations! excellent video demonstration
***** Thank you very much!
Hey! Thanks for the tutorial! I have a few questions:
1) Do you use regular paper for the cover? How thick does it has to be to hold well?
2) Does the book lay flat when you open it? It's important for me because I want to make a sketchbook. I didn't recognize the stitches you used for the paper block, is it coptic stitch?
You're welcome!
1) I used brown "packing paper". It's thicker than normal paper. Very thick paper does not seem to wear well, as it usually tears on the spine. You should probably try something with a medium weight or use fabric instead.
2) The book will open all the way flat. However, you have to hold it open or the pages will start to close. It depends on the thickness of paper you use though. A thinner paper would stay open better. I didn't not use coptic stitch, but it's similar to that. I have made coptic stitch notebooks before and they seem to stay open a little better.
Let me know if you make a sketchbook or if you have any more questions!
Gabriella Balagna Thanks! Finally got all the materials needed! I will surely make a sketchbook using this tutorial pretty soon. Though, I am still a little concern about the strength of the cover. I prefer paper cover because it's easier to work with. Will Bristol paper\cereal box cardboard be good?
In case I would use fabric, how can I maintain the shape of the spine?
That's awesome!
A thinner cover would work fine. "Maintaining the shape of the spine" shouldn't be a problem. The text-block already has a pretty firm shape, even without the cover.
I'm not sure what you mean by using fabric though - no paper/cardboard under it? I'm not sure how that would work. If you do use fabric, you could wrap it around some thin cereal box cardboard first to make the cover.
Let me know if I answered your questions or not and tell me if you have any more.
I hope the sketchbook turns out great!
@@SoVuS777 Did you made your notebook? If yes, can you please tell me what gsm paper you used for the cover?
btw..what's the best alternative for cardstock paper..which is common in most countries??
just some kind of stiff, heavier weight paper. i recommend checking out an art supply or office supply store. :)
thanks for the video, really good, will definetly try this! can you do a tutorial on maybe decorating the front and back covers of the book?? anyway, good video ;)
Danielle Smith Thank you! I'm so glad you're going to make one. There are soooo many different ways to decorate the covers that I decided to just compile a list of ideas for you:
1. fabric instead of paper
2. draw something in pen/marker (anything that won't smear or fade)
3. stickers
4. duct tape or washi tape
5. paint (not sure if that would get ruined over time)
6. patterned paper
7. print something off onto the cover paper or simply glue it on
8. monogram or initials
9. write a favorite quote in fancy handwriting
10. draw a geometric pattern
11. use a metallic marker or white gel pen
12. glue on sequins or gems
13. use stencils
14. glue on ribbon
15. google even more ideas!
I hope these ideas help. Have fun!
thanks for replying Gabriella Balagna ill try to keep it simple but i like the idea of patterned paper and initials so i think ill do both and add them both together! thanks for the ideas!
Danielle Smith Sounds great! Glad I could help. I hope it turns out well.
Oh and can I use perfect binding instead of sewing it??
With perfect binding, you have to use sheets of paper that aren't folded in half. If you did that, then yes, I guess you could use that style binding instead. :)
Yay
where can i find cardboard/chipboard? can i find somewhere in a book store?
+Riri Mashhor I have never purchased any chipboard, but here are some ways to get it:
1. taking apart one of those cheap photo cardboard photo storage boxes they sell at Michaels/Joanns.
2. The back of a notepad/notebook.
3. The back of a sketchbook or drawing paper pad.
4. The cover of an old book.
5. Packaging/box made from it.
If you still can't find any chipboard, you might be able to find some in a store if you live in a big/populated town or have a bookbinding store. Otherwise, you could google it online, just make sure you buy it in a thick enough weight.
Thanks!
sensacional
What a great video, you have inspired me to try and make one of my own. Brilliant easy to follow steps. Thx
I'm so glad it was easy to follow! Thank you and let me know how your journal/notebook turns out!
this is really really good! I LOVE THAT!💕
+Nathasya Candra Glad you enjoyed the video! Thank you so much. :)
Your welcomeee babee 💕
I already have the sheets, but now I have to do the cover :DD I´m really scared how it will turn out xD
you can do it!
Girl, you have some serious talent!
These tutorials were so amazing! Very thorough, yet simple. Can't wait to try and make my own!
Thanks Kerry! Hope your journal turns out great!
sorry i've got a problem!
the cover made with glue and wrapping paper causes me a lot of air bubbles.
=/ how can I solve it?
Alessandro Pierfelice Alessandro, sorry to hear that; I have a couple suggestions - at least one of them should work. (You could try each one out with some scrap cardboard and paper first.)
1. Spread in the glue with your fingers really well so that the entire surface is evenly covered.
2. Try using a different glue, maybe a glue stick or a thicker glue.
3. Use tape to stick the paper to the cover.
4. Use tape on the outside, but where the edges fold over use glue.
5. If nothing else works, you'll just have to use a different type of paper.
I hope one of these suggestions works out! Thanks so much for watching the video. :)
Alessandro Pierfelice Your treehouse drawing is great by the way!
thank u a lot! you're so great! =)
Alessandro Pierfelice No problem; I'm happy to help!
What do we do if we want a fabric cover?
Use fabric instead of paper for the cover. And test out that whatever glue you use doesn't show through the fabric. :)
love this tutorial, the simplest one yet
Can I use construction paper for the cover?
+blopblopblee I don't see why not. :) It might wear out kinda easy though; I'm not sure. I hope your journal turns out well!
i can make this for my gf :), she loves artss and sketchbookss
+RAGE BOY She'll love it! Nice idea!
Gabriella Balagna thank you!! :)
Could you use staples to put the text block together as I'm not very good at book binding xx
+megan leigh Hi there! Thanks for leaving a comment. I'm not really sure how staples might work, but you might want to try "perfect bound", which uses no sewing. :) There are lots of tutorials of it on google. I hope you decide to make a notebook!
Yes I'm wanting to make one for my mate for Christmas and I can't stitch ahahaha xx
+megan leigh I bet you could do it if you set your mind to it! Also, I just put out a new tutorial on Coptic Stitch bookbinding. It's a little different, so here's the link to the video tutorial in case you want to try it out: th-cam.com/video/Z1cTB6_4w5E/w-d-xo.html
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Thank you for this great tutorial. I can't wait to try this project.
So glad you're going to try it! Hope it turns out great!