DIY Art Journal Tutorial For Beginners - Step By Step Process
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 ก.พ. 2017
- Here is (finally) the tutorial showing how I created the art journal as seen being used on my channel.
It is an altered book which means it is made from an existing book, in this case- the cover was used.
I hope this was helpful to those of you that have been asking about it, but if not please feel free to ask questions, I hope you'll give it a go!
I know many of you may be put off by the binding, but If you are still struggling with it I have a seperate video tutorial here that may help you fill in the gaps, I promise once you try it it will start to make sense:
• Easy Binding Tutorial ...
SUPPLIES:
- Old hardcover book
- Paper of your choice (I used paper from an art pad)
- Scissors
- PVA glue + brush
- Paper trimmer OR ruler
- Thick paper or fabric
- Bone folder (not necessary)
- Paint, pencil, stencil, texture paste - all optional
BINDING SUPPLIES:
- Needle (choose a large/thicker one with a wide eye)
- Awl
- Thread, cord, string or twine (I use waxed linen)
- Paperclips or bobby pins or bull dog clips etc
- Ruler and pen/pencil
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I really like how you show more than one way to do a step in case someone doesn't have the tools.
Yh same
I am planning to make a junk journal and seen lots of ur ya tutorials and I love them because u show different ways on how to make them so u have options 🙂
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I am not sure why people give your video a thumbs down. I have watched a few hundred of these and find yours are among the best. You are organized, have your materials and words ready, and don’t belabor the descriptions. There are many slow-going video where people show their entire thought process, their pets and their newly done manicures. I prefer yours. I don’t have hours in a day to watch. When searching for ideas and inspiration 15-20 min. is a good amount of time for me to accomplish that. Thank you for taking the time to post your process.
Isn't it funny how some people view the book as destroyed, when actually mixed media artists give them a new purpose. If it is just the cover used this time, the pages get used another. I get my books to alter from charity shops. It is recycling at its best,
Great tuturials, thank you
Now if somebody could just figure out a way to repurpose soft cover books... :)
Angela Hoynes I bought some today from a charity shop - this way we recycle and contribute to charities! Win win situation.
can just use cardboard you usually throw away? :| perhaps someone would read book, cant read cardboard
Just use an already damaged book if you can . I wish I could draw . Kudos to you for knowing , I was always thrown into Chorus ❗❗
@@bearded-cat Cardboard is already made of recycled materials and is designed to decompose quickly. A hard cover book is made out of archival grade quality materials, which means it is made not to decompose. Using an old book that may never be read again will last years and years while a cardboard book will fall apart in a short period of time.
I work in a school library and they weed and throw out books every year because the content is too old for teaching. I've been brining a lot home, keeping the covers and using the pages for paper mâché projects.
BlueCat Blu that's wonderful!
great idea Blue CAt Blu and now with the kindle books soon they will be less, but using the pages for papier maché it is great Thank you
BlueCat Blu awesome recycling!! 🙂
That is acceptable. But using a brand new book just because you think the cover is cute is totally ridiculous.
My hero! Our puplic library threw away a book after I accidentally got tomatoe sauce on a tiny area and made me pay to replace it. I really wanted that book.... I'm glad you re-use the pages!
can you please do a tutorial to show how you add charms to your journals
I don't have enough words to tell you how i love your journals and videos. Thanks a lot for sharing
Marilia Diógenes thank you so much! X
You can use the paper from the book as blackout poetry or such
Or you can make hand made paper with what you take out of the old book to put in your new one
I am starting my first journal today. I have watched MANY helpful and wonderful tutorials on Journal making. However, the journal you posted here, is the one I have chosen to guide me through and keep me company while I do it. I enjoy your clear, concise example and pleasant demeanor. Thank you for sharing! I am a new subscriber, too!
My god I love how calming your voice is
Jackie house thank you 😊
Jackie house whatsfordinner please subscribe to my channel :) i'll be posting vlogs, diys, challenges, etc
Don't misuse Jesus name sweetie. Ask for Forgiveness for your sin ✝❤
I loved the shapes cut out of the pages, and the idea of tearing the pages to size!
I enjoyed this tutorial! I'm a book conservator, so I do a lot of binding and repair old books - but I'm not horrified by this, just impressed by your ingenuity!
A tip for everyone: you can use the back of a spoon as a 'bone-folder' for making nice crisp folds in your sections.
And please, please be careful when selecting books to recycle. It's often the case that charity shops/thrift stores won't know the value of some books. I would say don't use anything older than the 1970s, just in case. Reader's Digests are PERFECT for this kind of recycling, though, because they are cheaply produced and abridged versions of stories. You'll soon find out that modern hard-covers like the one in the video aren't sewn together, but rather the pages are stuck to a strip of glue on the back like paper backs. Ironically, this is called 'perfect binding'.
Anyway, thank you, this is a great introduction to bookbinding!
This is adorable. I love that you don't have to have a bunch of fancy crafting tools to make this.
Gosh at the comments about 'destroying a book', sure it's destroying them, but it's turning a book that probably would've been chucked out into something new and beautiful! I cringed the first time I watched someone destroy a book to re-use, but it's an excellent way at recycling and turning something old and unloved into something new, beautiful and loved! Loved the video, thank you! Because of you and your videos, I now have my own gardening/art journal I ADORE, I used a book I was never fond of and even used some of the original pages :)
the cover was already pretty :(
Thank you. I cringed when she cut out the pages but like you, I know the book is just changed. Plus you can make recycled paper out of the unwanted pages or recycle for pockets or envelopes!
It was a volume of condensed books. So the text was already destroyed. 😜
@@georginatoland Exactly. High quality editions of dated, butchered text. Still quality material for remaking.
i cringed too... but now i think of the billions of unwanted books out there. of the billions of old books that nobody has time to read.. or won''t read because they have been reprinted in a more "desirable" cover or format... or their content isn't relevant anymore, which is even worse... plus, the pages/content can still be read if the pages are carefully removed.
Heh..Uhh thanks..This was really cool little project for myself and honestly it kept my mind off stress and stuff..Since Well...Shits Tough! Instead of an art journal I went for a positivity journal 📓 which was Filled with quotes and good memory's And Ambitions! Because of your video I was filled with joy...Thanks
I'm watching a bunch of journal flip throughs. You were one of the 1st channels I watched 2 years ago. I'm hooked on your particular"style"in so many of your Journals! I've learned so much from YOU. You are living your destiny for sure!
Thank you for this! And thank you so much for showing possible uses for the scrap paper left behind after cutting -- not wanting to produce waste when cutting paper to size has been my main hesitation in making junk journals using old books. Lovely ideas!
Is this the kind of music you listen to when your making journals regularly? It makes it feel so tranquil and transforming.
I really enjoyed this video!! You organized the steps in such a helpful manner and not to mention the editing, music, etc was beautiful and simple...loved it!! I will definitely try this for an art journal cover, thank you Johanna!
Amity Bloom thank you darling girl can't wait to see what you do! Xz
Easily understandable👌
Thank you! This is one of the best tutorials I have seen so far! I have been thinking of using fabric on my covers and now I feel confident that I can. ❤😊🙏
Liz thepaperproject thank you so much! Fabric is perfect for covers! There's so many ways you can use it! X
I've tried making an art journal before and I didn't finish. You've inspired me to try again. Really excellent video. Thanks so much.
Love how you show step by step. Very nice art journal. Love the colors and all. TFS 😍
I love your journaling content. Your art/ junk journals are amazing. Thanks for the video!
In 2022 you are still rocking this tutorial. Thanks so much for posting this. I just love it!
This was so fun to see! I’ve seen these art journals before, but hadn’t a clue how to get started, so this is super helpful! I love your technique and accent!! 💜
I absolutely love this tutorial. I am attending a eastermarathon competition and today we were going to make an art journal page. I have never done this before, so I had to find out what art journaling was before I could start. Thank you for sharing this tutorial, it made my task so much easier.
This is such a great insight to how to even begin. I have watched so many TH-cam ideas and yours by far have me actually excited about what I want to do.
This has always been my favorite journal tutorial
You're a great teacher and your books are beautiful! I started making my own journals with one of your tutorials 🎀🎀
I Love this journal idea. The first I've seen that helps me be a little more to creative. All I've seen is they show only one way there way they do it & not giving you no alternatives to the process that helps you to create your own ideas! I LOVE LOVE LOVE the paper your using that a great idea you can get them from the dollar store or Dollar tree will save money to use on other supplies. The die cut is a very nice touch you can use the idea like the shacker cards and put a keepsake in the page! AWESOME!
Thank you for a clear step by step process without excess chit chat ! This was lovely!
You make it look so simple! It is absolutely gorgeous and I thank you so much for your simplicity and your sweet voice! I could listen to you all day🌺 I am new at this art and I feel I’ve learned so much from your teachings. You are a lovely artist. I’m enjoying your video from California 🇺🇸
I’m just starting my journey into Art journaling and this step by step demo is awesome! Thank you!
so cool! i've made a few journals in the past but i've only ever used plain card for the cover, i'd love to try making a journal using an existing book cover for that vintage journal feel! thank you for sharing and for the inspiration :D
Well its been about 6 months since I first came across your tutorial. After several tries I finally succeeded in completing my FIRST art journal and it turned out Fantastic, even if I do say so myself!! I used a steam punk theme and yes I recycled an old book. I learned by watching your tut and actually created a few techniques on my own which I am sure is the goal of a tutorial?? So I am off to do several more hoping to create one for each of my kids, my five grandkids, and now my two great-grandchildren. They all knew their grandfather and miss him as he has passed away. I will create a journal of his life. I want them all to know what a great and inspiring man he was. Thanks again Johanna.
All your videos are wonderful! I'm a beginner in making journals and your instruction/process and the various ideas you share are very doable for someone starting out. I am so exciting to just start making junk/art journals. Thank you. MO
I love this cover! Thank you!! 😍😍🥰🥰😘😘
You are an amazing instructor! I can actually understand and follow your steps! And your voice is so gentle! The whole video is just WONDERFUL!
I saved this video a couple years ago. Seeing it again was refreshing. Thanks 😊
You make it so "therapeutic" and enjoyable.... Thank you!
I've been watching diy journals for a long time and this one is the best one I have watched. Plus, now I feel like I'm ready to take a plunge and make a journal for myself. Wish me lucky.
You have such a calming voice and watching you work is such a joy. Your just adorable!
Hi Johanna. Thanks so much for this video. I havent started a Journal yet but did get hubby to buy me a 8 x 8 scrapbook. I had no idea that you could recycle a old book like this. I was fascinated to watch you actually sew your pages to the cover. I do a lot of card making or well playing at card making. So my journal is going to have lots of scenes to make up my card toppers. Thanks again. Hugs xx
ive just found you recently and you have made me want to get into all of this. i have always been interested in anything arts and crafts/being creative im a hairdresser but i love everything you do. been through a hard 4 years and i think this is exactly what i need in my life. please keep going i love all your videos
PERFECT tutorial! You demonstrated this in such an easy way to follow! Love how I can now create a "fat" journal using a larger book. Thank you so much for having shared this informative video! The end result turned out beautiful!
Thank you for this video I am yet to make my first journal and I love that you showed alterative ways. Love it ❤️
This is an excellent tutorial, and you actually make it look easy compared to others. Thank you so much Johanna -- you may have saved me hours of more pondering. I LOVE the idea of making my own watercolor journal with actual good paper.
You are so calming yet thorough! I think I can actually do this now! Thank you so so much! Love!!
I know this is an old video, but I had to watch it again. I'm so tired of spending ridiculous amounts of money on journals & notebooks! This is amazing - you're awsome~!
I've never done anything like this so it's still daunting for me, even though I'm sure if I start I will understand what to do.
I'm new to the DIY journal craft, and I so appreciate all of the tips you've shared! Thanks so much!
I've just made an art journal following this video, I absolutely love it can't wait to use it😀
Thank you for making it easier and quicker. Love this new hobby. (the background music is so soothing!)
Your music choices and voice are so calming, and you attitude that anyone can do it and adapt it to fit their lives makes me feel like I can do it and actually be a fun way to express myself rather than a stressful project that I feel has to be perfect. Thank you!!
Lizzy Morang thank you so much! That's exactly my point! You should definitely give it a go, and enjoy, not stress! XX
Johanna Clough I definitely will! I don't have time during school to start one, but I'm hoping that during summer I'll be able to start one and bring some supplies back to school to work on it next semester.
_I love your videos! After watching them I always want to make a hand made journal on my own! Yours are always so beautiful! Thank you for sharing!_
What a fun, funky & cool handmade art journal! I love it! Fabulous explained tutorial too! Love it! Thanks for sharing 👌🏼💕🎨
You made it look so easy! I like your simple and clear way of teaching. Thank you for sharing your giftedness!
Finally someone showed how to sew in pages. Thank you
Thank you so much for the tutorial Johanna, you have inspired me make my own. Your work is absolutely stunning and it is very generous of you to share your knowledge.
thank you so much for sharing how to make such a beautiful journal and helpful as I have always wanted to make one but nervous as other videos I have watched were not as good as yours
Hi Johanna, thank you SO much for these videos. You have really inspired me to create where I was hesitant to create. I've made a couple of journals already using folders and thin cardboard as the covers, now to go raid the thrift shops for old readers digest books :)
Thanks so much for the lovely clear steps to create this journal. I found you just when I needed to, I have a friend who is about to set out on a long trip around Australia and I want to make a travel journal for her. Again thank you.
This is not destroying a book.
It's recycling😂💜💜💜🙌👏
haha
Watching you create this art journal was like watching an artist, your so precise,neat I very much enjoyed your tutorial. Thanks☺☺
You are super creative, amazingly thorough in your instruction, and wonderful to listen to!!! (very soothing voice!!!). Thank you so very much for the BEST tutorial I've ever watched! I feel so privileged! Thanks again!
You are a WONDERFUL teacher, Johanna! Thank you so much for this tutorial! ♥
This is so awesome😀. I love how you doing the pages and the different flaps. Thank you for sharing.
loved this Johanna. You made it seem so easy. I'll be watching more as you are a good and encouraging teacher
That is positively gorgeous!! Fabulous tutorial!! I will be making myself one soon!
this is amazing!! i can't wait to try it myself!! so informative, creative and just beautiful, you are very talented, thank you for sharing this with us!!
Thank for the this video for beginners. Great starter ideas plus inspiration to get me going. Every time I've started I become over whelmed with everything that I just get frustrated and stop. The way you presented this video for beginners was just what I needed,straight to the point , not a lot of extra, a great starting spot. I subscribed and as soon as I get this journal done, I'll catch up on your others videos. Many thanks.
I love this. Thank you for creating this tutorial for beginners..I was an avid reader..tearing out pages from my first book was so difficult for me, but I did it. Love the idea of creating these journals. Tysmfs 😍
Great tutorial! Your videos are so calming to watch. I love how this turned out, just beautiful. 💓💓💓
This is such a fantastic tutorial thanks for this! I love that you included a manual way to do this too as some of us don't have the tools to cut through paper like that so it really helps to see that it can still work despite have that fancy tool! :D
I lover how calm and collective you are you seem so put together I loved this video
Thank you, Johanna. This video is short, sweet & directly to the point. Oh, & terrific. With Gratitude, Beaula Bix.
What a great tutorial, really clear instruction. I love that you use an old book and I love all the cut outs and inclusions. I'm off to make my journal now. Would be lovely to see you do a page which includes collage.
I've just done my first art journal base from this tutorial. It's a great way to make your own book
Love this. I have a lot of old books that I can use just for this. Thank you for sharing👍❣️
awesome! This is just what i have been looking for. I'm excited about starting my first journal and was a bit scared about how to go about it but this has been a great introduction, thank you :)
Wonderful! The process was so easy to follow, and the speed of the video perfect.
Wonderful tutorial! As you know I love your creations. Thank you for sharing.
You're so talented! Thanks for inspiring me to make my own x
Found two hardback books to reuse today in a charity shop (thrift shop?) for only 50 pence each! I will probably use the pages to paper mache some of the cover and add texture before painting (making as much use of the old books as possible). Thank you for your inspiring videos, can't wait to get started on my first art journal!
what a fantastic tutorial, it showed every step perfectly - this is the best tutorial I have ever seen
I love using the old Readers Digest abridged book covers. They are a really good size for a journal. The covers are already pretty, and you don't have to do as much to them. I also don't feel bad taking the book apart. There are several abridged novels in them, something I would probably not read in the first place, because I like to read the complete book. I also reuse some of the pages and illustrations. I am looking at this video for about the third time to refresh my knowledge. It is a wonderful tutorial! Thanks again, Johanna!
Well, you just got yourself a a new fan! I love how you explain every step in different ways if we/I don't have certain material on hand etc. And your voice and music is both soothing and inspirational. Thank You a lot for making this video and for your channel. 🤟🏽🤗🤩
You are incredibly talented, thankyou for showing us how!
I really like your presentation style which I find simple and straightforward without unnecessary chatter
I have been wanting to make a journal for a long time, didn't know where to start. You do a wonderful job showing. Thank Youl.
Thank you for this video. Thank you for sharing how this is done. You are a good teacher.
Thank you so much! I was able to make my first mini-book using this tutorial and I love it!
Thank you Johanna for making such a comprehensive and easy to follow tutorial. Im going to give it a go.
Toni from Western Australia
Your work is beautiful and inspiring! Thank you for all that you share!
This was very helpful. Enjoyed your tutorial. Trying to work up the courage to take the cover off an old book!
Hi Johanna. I was very lucky to find you (dont ask me how!) I love your beautiful voice and you make things look very easy. I have gone through nearly every one of your videos now and I find you truly inspiring. I love how you show your mistakes on your other videos and how you have fixed or hidden them - or just left them. You aren't particular and are happy with the imperfections of your beautiful organic journals. Well done! You have found a new follower :)
May God bless you! Your technique and calm voice with delightful background music is wonderful
Such a neat idea cutting out the shapes in the pages! 👍👍
Great tutorial. Love your window cutouts. Thanks...
Thanks so much. Your instruction is so clear and organized. I feel empowered to try it.
I just loved this video. It was VERY inspiring. As someome who loves journaling, collecting old books, mixed media and upcycling I,was just thrilled to find such a nice video. When I subscribed, of course I found tons more! You have a new fan!!!!