I already know this will challenge my brain.... going to put all my bits and bobs laid out in order.....all my supplies....this will be one project I'll have to start and finish in one session! 😲😳😊
I agree with the other comments, please don't be hard on yourself, you did a fantastic job on this project and taught me very well how to do this. Wonderful job, thank you!
You explained how to do these hinges in a way that was much easier for me to understand than anybody else. When you said you wouldn’t die in a ditch over something, I cracked up. I do enjoy your videos no matter how long they are so please don’t stress over it. We all love you, “just the way you are”.
Carol, I LOVE watching and listening to you! Feel encouraged to go on as long as you can! Hours & hours. Your work is beautiful and inspiring and I love your voice and beautiful hands! ❤
Ooooooh I searched and searched your tutorials.👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾to me. Yes I feel your pain. This for me will be your most watched tutorial of them all. So happy for the stop start and rewind options. I'm going to do this....stressed as Iay feel...... I will not let this project get the better of me .... I will be triumphant 😂🤣😅.... Thanks Carol....that's why you are one of my fav journal makers.....you always continue the process ....to the end🌼 😊🌼
Another inspiring video, Carol. The tab binding is great, but I'm especially taken with the combinations of papers and images you put together - wonderful. Thank you.
Carol I loved this. By taking your time and talking yourself through this process, you talked me through it as well. I have made only one of these, and since it didn’t turn out perfect, I never made another. I now will try the process again. Don’t ever doubt yourself. Your videos have given me much inspiration and although I know you and hubby need time away for yourselves and your new camper, I will be missing your videos. So hope you have time to keep a few videos coming our way. Your creations are lovely.
Ps. Never ever worry about time - your stories you put with your TH people really are so sweet I have always named my journals after printing it inspires my creativity ( crazy right ? ) oh me - I could ( and do ) watch you all day long 🌸
Mega cool booklet, Carol, and fine video as well. I hope you have people in your life who fully support and encourage you and your innate talent. Cheers, Ardith
I think the YT algorithm has finally found a creator that I love everything about. Well done! I love it all. The papers, your pace, EVERYTHING! For what it's worth, we love William Morris here, across the pond
I love how this turned out. Thanks for your inspiration as I do want to try one. Congratulations to your son and your soon to be daughter. I hope they have a beautiful wedding day after them having to postpone it. Blessings and happy vibes to your family.. 🥰🙏🏻🥳
Absolutely wonderful to watch you create. You must not say anything to or about yourself that you would not say to or about your best friend!! You’re so creative and a true artist! Blessings from Betty in Ohio.
Hi Carol, I have to say that your tag book is the neatest I have seen. Usually the spine is “wiggly wobbly”. I have never liked tab spined tag books because of this. After watching this video and another one of your videos where you had 6 tags, 3 on each side with a soft spine, I might give them a try. Thank you for sharing your talents with us.
I love this project. I have started on mine. Carol you are to hard on yourself you do such a great job, pat yourself on the back because you do such an awesome job. Thanks for sharing 🌴😍💕
Lovely make Carol. I always like self created things above ready made stuff. There is a lot of thinking necessairy to find out how and with what, in the end that gves the best results.
I certainly enjoy longer videos, so this was good. I really liked the booklet added to it. I've seen the other's videos, and I think you did a lovely job on it!
So lovely Carol. I haven’t had the nerve to try this one yet but I do want to make one. My glue has been very odd too. I guess it just wants to fit into our crazy world. Hugs, Amy❤️
it is a crazy world! my hubby doesnt understand why I like it - he says I just faff (but then so does he on his jeep lol). I have put this one off for a while, but it turned out better than I hoped - the struggle was worth it xxx
Now this is a project I can sink my teeth into ! You did great explaining this as you went Carol. It kind of reminded me of an open spine journal. Lots of great ideas as well with your embellishing of the pockets, tags and pages as well. I just love it!
I’ve watched a few of these books now and you’ve done very well and explained it and made it more simple for me. Thank you. I love how you’ve varied your “pages” with tags booklets and envelopes. It’s gorgeous 💖
Hi Carol 💕 I am just catching up on some of your past videos. I don't know if you will see this comment, but I wanted you to know that you did an amazing job with this fabric binding and the booklet is so beautiful. You apologized a lot for being slow, and for making a long video, but I really appreciate learning from your process and watching you think through decisions. It has really helped me develop an "eye" for things too. I'm glad you went out of your comfort zone with this! I've wanted to try it to but haven't gotten up the courage yet! Your videos and creations are wonderful! Take good care 💖💕💖 Laurel
I enjoyed the whole video! Absolutely love what you made! And when I attempt to do one of those I will be watching this video to make sure I’m doing the tabs right!!! ❤️❤️❤️
love this binding. you did such a good job teaching this process. i just made a tag book with this binding and couldn't have done it without you. thank you
This is so beautiful. Your doing an amazing job. You had me holding my breath when u were hinging 😂. The purple papers you used, I fell in love with. U don’t see much purple in papers. Beautiful project and tfs❤
Oh wait now that you are showing where your tags are going I might be able to do same !! Ok ok - great ! What inspiration !! I was really worried about my booklet but , no more yours seemingly healed just fine 💕💕💕💕die in a ditch 😂😂😂Carol - I hope never 🤦♀️🌸🍃
Wow! I think you did an amazing job of doing that tab/tag journal! I've made one myself and remembered it was tricky putting together. Mine wasn't nearly as gorgeous as yours. Thanks for sharing.
I love this make. You are very hard on yourself- doing this on camera for the first time- well done Carol. I do want to make one but have been hanging back. You creativity is always inspiring!!
I love this method of binding and that you can have such different “signatures” as well. I’d love to try this when I get back into my craft room. I’m doing slow stitching at the moment inspired by Rachel’s journal of stitchery. I’m far behind but that doesn’t bother me, stitching isn’t a race and apart from my broken ankle I’ve not been well, again! I’m so susceptible to anything that’s going around. But, bravo Carol. Well done, first time and on camera as well! 🥰🥰
Hi Sara, I hope your doing OK, I am also doing the stitcher project, just finished the second block, thinking about the butterflies, no rush to finish it x
I've seen old books bound like this but they seemed too loose, but yours doesn't so I'm thrilled you've shared this with us. I didn't think I'd like this type of binding but you've inspired me to try it. 👍 I think I'm going to try doing this, before any decorations, in an attempt to hide the glued part of the hinges. I didn't think this video was too long .. good things often need time, and I was glued to the screen so the time passed quickly.
👏👏👏Well done Carol!!! Having done that binding I was there with you every step of the way lol! So brave of you to attempt it first time on video. It turned out beautifully (as always). My binding turned out fine but unfortunately when I decorated it I didn't like it so it was consigned to the bin but you've inspired me to give another one a go.💞
Wow, that was so interesting to watch. I would be like you talking out loud to myself through the whole process. Only difference is I would have got at least one backwards or wrong. I guess the challenge is on to see if I can do it. Thanks so much for sharing your process, You are much braver than i. I really do like how this turned out. Take Care Hugs and Smiles
I was holding my breath for you ! ……I tried this type of binding age’s ago…. I think I got a bit mixed up with my twos and three’s but it turned out fine even though I’d mixed them up 😂 . I love this Carol beautiful work as always 💕🌸
Love this so much! All the different types of pages makes it so interesting. And the hinges are great. I've wanted to try this type since I love hinge journals so much. You've given me confidence to try. Thanks!
Hi Carol , don’t know if you will get this but, I have to tell you that you have been the best instructor in this ( well for me anyway ) when I do my video tonight I’ll be able to hopefully get it right - like you - I’m scared to death trying new things ESPECIALLY in front of people- but - here goes. I’ve watched 3 x in 2 days I believe I’ve got it !! This is a fabulous tag book !! Mine is not really a tag book ( wish me luck 🤦♀️👩🎨🌸🍃🍃🍃) lolo !! I’ve counted my tabs 4 x hilarious 😂 oh sweetie this was a great video I just love love loved it !! Hugs - 🌸👩🎨😉💕💕💕
Hi, the glue stick is Amos, Baton de colle, its available in amazon, but I can get it locally, the glue in the fine tip bottle is called Hi Tak glue, in a brown/gold bottle, if your in UK, cheapest I have found it is hobby craft - its also in amazon, its as strong as art glitter glue, and lasts for ages hope that helps x
Carol, I was holding my breath for you….this is a such a lovely binding, BUT it certainly tests our brains. I really love the combination you have used for each page 😍 and of course ArtyMaze papers ( say no more ). What is the actual glue you use, if you don’t mind saying, please xx
Hi Michelle, its called Hi Tack glue, I use the fast tack one, its in a gold bottle - this is a link to amazon where you can get it, but if you have a hobbty craft store near you, its cheaper. I put it is a fine tip bottle, so the long nozzle on this bottle makes that easy to transfer. hope that helps! www.amazon.co.uk/Plush-Addict-Hi-Tack-Sticky-Purpose/dp/B01BTZV0Y4/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2JU3CC2K8HZSM&keywords=hi+tack+glue&qid=1651391566&sprefix=hi+tack%2Caps%2C77&sr=8-5
@@michellenowacki8673 it works well for me, and if I am unsure, I do a test stick (say for embellishments on covers) but so far all is well stuck. Let me know what you think of it xx
Gorgeous turnout, looking forward to where you use it! QUESTION: Carol would you mind sharing brand & name of the glue you reference in this vid? I respect your opinions on such! Thank you.
hi, I am in the UK, the glue make is called Hi Tack, and I use the hi tack fast tack glue, its in a brown/gold label bottle, I think i showed it in my last video. its available on amazon this is the link to amazon, so you can see it. www.amazon.co.uk/Plush-Addict-Hi-Tack-Sticky-Purpose/dp/B01BTZV0Y4/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2JU3CC2K8HZSM&keywords=hi+tack+glue&qid=1651391566&sprefix=hi+tack%2Caps%2C77&sr=8-5
@@carollaws838 Thanks Carol! Your recommendations are always spot on. I was able to find both Orig & the Fast Tack one on US Amazon, but since made & imported from England, it makes it as expensive as Art Glitter :(. But it may be similar to our Aleen's Quick Dry or Turbo Dry Tacky glue. I will investigate.
Carol, I think you did this beautifully. Your inner critic needs to shut up! As for forgetting what you were meant to do, let me tell you my mishap from today. I’m making a journal and I meant to reinforce the spine with a piece of Tyvek so that it wouldn’t split at the stress points. I made the entire cover and it is splitting at the stress points because guess what? I forgot to use the Tyvek. 🙄
Oh my talented Karol, it has given me a bit of anxiety to watch this video... (I say this with respect, honesty and appreciation...) Why do you put so much anxiety on yourself while creating something so beautiful? ... Who is behind your ear criticizing you, rushing you or something like that? NO ONE! :) No person should "lose their breath" while creating something, unless it's because they are very happy and relaxed... When I see something like this in videos from this community, it honestly makes me wonder why there is so much self-imposed pressure... I think that when we lose the correct objective of what makes us create and share what we do, then we add that tension and that need for acceptance and imaginary prejudice... We create because it makes us happy :) And we must share what we do without worrying about the absolute opinion of the rest. Free ourselves from the pressure to ''do things right''. What does that mean anyway?... And if we do something totally new for us and also, on camera, what importance or "seriousness" does it have at all that in the process we make mistakes in something or things do not turn out as we imagined? It's part of the entertainment! Once I saw some videos that were like a challenge or something like that, where the girls started a timer clock and had to make a journal page or a couple of Tags or journaling cards, etc, in less than 10 minutes... .. WHY?! ........... What kind of idea is that, of adding adrenaline or stress to the creation of art!... In my inner world that doesn't make sense. It also makes no sense that women creating beautiful and creative things are offering apologies because the glue does not come out of the tube or because the work table is cluttered with things, or whatever it is that has to do with the beautiful and spontaneous act of CREATING. I believe that when we are happy creating and when we do it without expectations and without ego, without unnecessary rush, and without stress, we inspire much more our own hearts and minds, and also others... Flow... Be kind to ourselves... Humorously and realistically accept the mistakes we make when creating.... Do anything creative for our own pure joy and satisfaction.... FLOW..... ......... I hope my "spoken" thoughts are well received. There are no bad intentions, just showing a point of view that we may have overlooked... A big hug. Vilma.
ok, I read several comments on your video and I think now my words make more sense. I can't believe that people get overwhelmed and don't even dare to do it again, or get demotivated or stressed while creating. You have to look at life and creation from another angle... It's my most sincere opinion.
Hi, I am an anxious person who questions her ability, always have been - i love making things, and like to push my boundaries, even though it makes me anxious - its well worth it for me when I see what I have made - it makes me feel proud that some people want what I make. I dont feel under pressure, just aware that time runs away from me - never sure how long I can record for on my phone! xx
@@carollaws838 Darling do you see what I mean? You take my messages as an attack or feel the need to offer explanations or apologies. There's no need! It's not an attack! I am encouraging you to GO FLOW and stop being under emotional pressure all the time. Neither me nor anyone here is evaluating you at all! The beautiful creations you make have NOTHING TO DO with the anxiety you convey in the videos, creating. They are separate things. I know a lot about anxiety syndrome, believe me. Don't expose yourself to growing anxiety like that. It is not the way. Take my words for good. They are for good! :) You don't want anxious people to stop watching your videos, do you? We all want to see something and someone who gives us encouragement, inspiration, a moment of tranquility and entertainment. Be happy and flow! It'll be good for you. It does me good.
You really should have more faith in yourself. Please can you tell me what the name of the glue is as I think art glitter glue is much to expensive in England. Thank you. Wonderful tag book.
I already know this will challenge my brain.... going to put all my bits and bobs laid out in order.....all my supplies....this will be one project I'll have to start and finish in one session!
😲😳😊
Take your time, it is confusing, but I tried to get into a rhythm .I am here if you get stuck xx
@@carollaws838 😊
I agree with the other comments, please don't be hard on yourself, you did a fantastic job on this project and taught me very well how to do this. Wonderful job, thank you!
thank you so much - i am a person who often suffers from self doubt, i guess thats just me - but I do love to make things xxx
You explained how to do these hinges in a way that was much easier for me to understand than anybody else. When you said you wouldn’t die in a ditch over something, I cracked up. I do enjoy your videos no matter how long they are so please don’t stress over it. We all love you, “just the way you are”.
Oh, thank you so very much, I really appreciate that xxx
It’s fabulous, tag books make you think, lol. 🤩🤩🤩
they do - but its good to get the ole grey cells firing up once in a while xx
Carol, I LOVE watching and listening to you! Feel encouraged to go on as long as you can! Hours & hours. Your work is beautiful and inspiring and I love your voice and beautiful hands! ❤
Oh, thank you so much xx
Ooooooh
I searched and searched your tutorials.👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾to me.
Yes I feel your pain.
This for me will be your most watched tutorial of them all. So happy for the stop start and rewind options.
I'm going to do this....stressed as Iay feel......
I will not let this project get the better of me ....
I will be triumphant 😂🤣😅....
Thanks Carol....that's why you are one of my fav journal makers.....you always continue the process ....to the end🌼 😊🌼
so pleased that my videos have been useful to you - take it slow, and know that I am always here if you get stuck xx
Absolutely brilliant I love the tab binding too. Xx
thank you so very much Andrea, I have another video coming soon, making the tags xxx
Yes, I feel your nervousness but it’s the best demo of tab binding I’ve seen!🦌💌❤️📚
so pleased that you found it helpful xx
You did a wonderful job Carol! Well done! I love it! Don’t ever worry about time! LOL 😊❤️🇦🇺xxx
Thanks so much 😊 I appreciate that xxx
Hello Carol, thanks for sharing your tab binding booklet, I really like how you put it together. It came out fabulous.
thank you so much xx
Absolutely stunning tag book Carol!💕 Aren’t you one brave lady☺️👍❤️
lol, jump in with both feet....what can go wrong xxx
This is absolutely divine!!! ❤️
Thanks for sharing, Carol! 🤗💕
Thank you so much ❤
It's so wonderful. The different pages are beautiful. Thanks for sharing🥰
Thank you so much xx
Another inspiring video, Carol. The tab binding is great, but I'm especially taken with the combinations of papers and images you put together - wonderful. Thank you.
Thank you so much, I really appreciate that x
This turned out wonderfully and is sooo beautiful ❤️🌸♥️🌸❤️💕
thank you so very much x
Carol I loved this. By taking your time and talking yourself through this process, you talked me through it as well. I have made only one of these, and since it didn’t turn out perfect, I never made another. I now will try the process again. Don’t ever doubt yourself. Your videos have given me much inspiration and although I know you and hubby need time away for yourselves and your new camper, I will be missing your videos. So hope you have time to keep a few videos coming our way. Your creations are lovely.
thank you so much Emily, I really appreciate that xxx
So cute 👍🤗❤️❤️❤️
Thank you 🤗 x
So lovely! It’s not painful to watch, it’s really helpful to see it slowly
I am so pleased you found it useful x
Ps. Never ever worry about time - your stories you put with your TH people really are so sweet I have always named my journals after printing it inspires my creativity ( crazy right ? ) oh me - I could ( and do ) watch you all day long 🌸
thats so kind of you, thank you so much x
This is lovely. Thanks so much for sharing with us.
thank you so much x
That is so clever! I love all the people you've included. Delightful !!
thank you so much x
I love the fun tab binding. The tab journal you have made looks amazing. Thanks for sharing the process.
thank you so much x
I love this! Especially your boy belly band holding the letter! So very cute! ❤
thank you so much x
Good job Carol,I did it😀Great result, 3 and 2, 3 and 2, 3 and… you,ve got it👍
lol, its like learning dance steps! thank you xx
This is such a beautiful project Carol. I love your videos, they can never be too long for me!
Thank you so much! I appreciate that xx
Mega cool booklet, Carol, and fine video as well. I hope you have people in your life who fully support and encourage you and your innate talent. Cheers, Ardith
thank you so much xx
I think the YT algorithm has finally found a creator that I love everything about. Well done! I love it all. The papers, your pace, EVERYTHING!
For what it's worth, we love William Morris here, across the pond
Thank you so much! glad you found me, hope you can stay a while xx
Just Lovely Carol! You always do such lovely ART!
thank you so much!
I love how this turned out. Thanks for your inspiration as I do want to try one. Congratulations to your son and your soon to be daughter. I hope they have a beautiful wedding day after them having to postpone it. Blessings and happy vibes to your family.. 🥰🙏🏻🥳
thank you so very much x
Loved this Carol. You did good despite being unsure. Xx
i think its good to sometimes step outside your comfort zone at times x
I think you did a fantastic job and yes I have to cheer myself at times when making something new
it always a nervous time, I was so pleased how it turned out x
Absolutely wonderful to watch you create. You must not say anything to or about yourself that you would not say to or about your best friend!! You’re so creative and a true artist! Blessings from Betty in Ohio.
thank you so much, I appreciate your comments xx
It is not painfull but very helpfull thank you very much😊
so happy if its been useful to you xx
Hi Carol, I have to say that your tag book is the neatest I have seen. Usually the spine is “wiggly wobbly”. I have never liked tab spined tag books because of this. After watching this video and another one of your videos where you had 6 tags, 3 on each side with a soft spine, I might give them a try. Thank you for sharing your talents with us.
Hi, so pleased you like my attempts, I hope you try one, thank you so much x
This was so good to watch Carol! It's worth the pain don't you think, lol!
it was well worth it xx
Wow! really cool. TFS
thank you so much x
I love this project. I have started on mine. Carol you are to hard on yourself you do such a great job, pat yourself on the back because you do such an awesome job. Thanks for sharing 🌴😍💕
I do suffer with anxiety, and always doubt myself - its just one of those things! but I do like a challenge, and enjoyed this one xx
It wasn't so long. Great make. TFS
Thank you so much x
Love this, I doubt myself a lot, too. You shouldn't, you did it very well. Lovely. And the video was not too long. x
doubt is a bad thing, but we can work through it xx
Lovely make Carol. I always like self created things above ready made stuff. There is a lot of thinking necessairy to find out how and with what, in the end that gves the best results.
Thank you so very much xx
I certainly enjoy longer videos, so this was good. I really liked the booklet added to it. I've seen the other's videos, and I think you did a lovely job on it!
I’ve wanted to make one of these, now I’m ready. I like yours very much. Thank you.
oh, I hope you do, i really enjoyed this one x
Love this! The binding looks like it could be a challenge!
lol, i think i needed to have a rhythm to this, its good to tax the ole grey scales at times!
ThankU for this tutorial. You have such creative ideas. X
Thanks so much 😊 xx
❤TFS! Love this!
Thank you so much x
Looks great Carol . I have made a few before but watching you I think I will make a few more so TFS . xxxx
i think it might get easier if we make more - like muscle memory xx
Well done on a tricky binding! Looks so good!
thank you so much x
So lovely Carol. I haven’t had the nerve to try this one yet but I do want to make one. My glue has been very odd too. I guess it just wants to fit into our crazy world. Hugs, Amy❤️
it is a crazy world! my hubby doesnt understand why I like it - he says I just faff (but then so does he on his jeep lol). I have put this one off for a while, but it turned out better than I hoped - the struggle was worth it xxx
Yes it was! It is great.
Now this is a project I can sink my teeth into ! You did great explaining this as you went Carol. It kind of reminded me of an open spine journal. Lots of great ideas as well with your embellishing of the pockets, tags and pages as well. I just love it!
oh, I would love to see one you make! thank you Julie xx
I love every minute of your videos. Your book turned out just great.
thank you so much xx
I’ve watched a few of these books now and you’ve done very well and explained it and made it more simple for me. Thank you. I love how you’ve varied your “pages” with tags booklets and envelopes. It’s gorgeous 💖
Glad it was helpful! thank you so much x
Hi Carol 💕 I am just catching up on some of your past videos. I don't know if you will see this comment, but I wanted you to know that you did an amazing job with this fabric binding and the booklet is so beautiful. You apologized a lot for being slow, and for making a long video, but I really appreciate learning from your process and watching you think through decisions. It has really helped me develop an "eye" for things too. I'm glad you went out of your comfort zone with this! I've wanted to try it to but haven't gotten up the courage yet! Your videos and creations are wonderful! Take good care 💖💕💖 Laurel
Hi laurel, I am so pleased that you found this useful, thank you so much for your comments and for joining me xx
I enjoyed the whole video! Absolutely love what you made! And when I attempt to do one of those I will be watching this video to make sure I’m doing the tabs right!!! ❤️❤️❤️
lol, thank you so much - just keep repeating 3,2,3,2 xx
Fantastic 💜
thank you so much x
bravo. I didn't find it bring. I loved the time you took. Made it easy to see everything that you did.
Thank you so much ❤
love this binding. you did such a good job teaching this process. i just made a tag book with this binding and couldn't have done it without you. thank you
I am so pleased that you found it useful, thank you so much xx
This is so beautiful. Your doing an amazing job. You had me holding my breath when u were hinging 😂. The purple papers you used, I fell in love with. U don’t see much purple in papers. Beautiful project and tfs❤
Glad you like it, thank you so much x
Love it! I really enjoy your videos and watching your creative process!!
thank you so much x
Wonderful job.
Thank you x
This turned out beautifully!
thank you so much x
I think you did a wonderful job...if I had all the materials....I would of most definitely followed along!! You are very talented!!
Oh, I hope you do make one, thank you x
Oh wait now that you are showing where your tags are going I might be able to do same !! Ok ok - great ! What inspiration !! I was really worried about my booklet but , no more yours seemingly healed just fine 💕💕💕💕die in a ditch 😂😂😂Carol - I hope never 🤦♀️🌸🍃
hope it makes sense to you Cheryl, give me a shout if not xx
Wow! I think you did an amazing job of doing that tab/tag journal! I've made one myself and remembered it was tricky putting together. Mine wasn't nearly as gorgeous as yours. Thanks for sharing.
thank you so much! alternating 3 and 2 sounded easy, till you get started lol, I would make more though, I love how it turned out xx
I love this make. You are very hard on yourself- doing this on camera for the first time- well done Carol. I do want to make one but have been hanging back. You creativity is always inspiring!!
thank you so much - I do hope you try one, it does make sense once you get started xxx
I love this method of binding and that you can have such different “signatures” as well. I’d love to try this when I get back into my craft room. I’m doing slow stitching at the moment inspired by Rachel’s journal of stitchery. I’m far behind but that doesn’t bother me, stitching isn’t a race and apart from my broken ankle I’ve not been well, again! I’m so susceptible to anything that’s going around. But, bravo Carol. Well done, first time and on camera as well! 🥰🥰
Hi Sara, I hope your doing OK, I am also doing the stitcher project, just finished the second block, thinking about the butterflies, no rush to finish it x
I've seen old books bound like this but they seemed too loose, but yours doesn't so I'm thrilled you've shared this with us. I didn't think I'd like this type of binding but you've inspired me to try it. 👍 I think I'm going to try doing this, before any decorations, in an attempt to hide the glued part of the hinges.
I didn't think this video was too long .. good things often need time, and I was glued to the screen so the time passed quickly.
I was really pleased how it turned out, and would do it again for sure. I wouldn't do less than 3 and 2 hinges, I think that stops the wobble x
👏👏👏Well done Carol!!! Having done that binding I was there with you every step of the way lol! So brave of you to attempt it first time on video. It turned out beautifully (as always). My binding turned out fine but unfortunately when I decorated it I didn't like it so it was consigned to the bin but you've inspired me to give another one a go.💞
oh no, I bet it was just fine - i would love to see what you make, I will be watching out for it xx
It's a great journal Carol. I will try to make one but I don't expect to do such a good job.
thank you - yours will be beautiful - just line up the edges and go for it x
You did so good. I love it!!
thank you so much x
This is cute! I’ve only made one in the past of these -they are fun -makes your brain work a little diff -getting the hinges correct 🤔TFS ❤️
Glad you like them! my brain does struggle, but I think if you did a couple you would get into the flow xxx
This project came out so well!! Great job on your construction and your decorating is wonderful!!
Thank you so much! xx
Wow, that was so interesting to watch. I would be like you talking out loud to myself through the whole process. Only difference is I would have got at least one backwards or wrong. I guess the challenge is on to see if I can do it. Thanks so much for sharing your process, You are much braver than i. I really do like how this turned out. Take Care Hugs and Smiles
thank you so much Lori I appreciate that xx
I was holding my breath for you ! ……I tried this type of binding age’s ago…. I think I got a bit mixed up with my twos and three’s but it turned out fine even though I’d mixed them up 😂 . I love this Carol beautiful work as always 💕🌸
Oh no! it is confusing - it sounds so easy to alternate until you start gluing!
It's looking amazing 💕. I've been thinking of trying this.
thank you = I hope you give it a try xx
Thankyou
Love this so much! All the different types of pages makes it so interesting. And the hinges are great. I've wanted to try this type since I love hinge journals so much. You've given me confidence to try. Thanks!
I hope you do, I found it easier to say out loud what tabs came next - it was a struggle, but worth it x
Hi Carol , don’t know if you will get this but, I have to tell you that you have been the best instructor in this ( well for me anyway ) when I do my video tonight I’ll be able to hopefully get it right - like you - I’m scared to death trying new things ESPECIALLY in front of people- but - here goes. I’ve watched 3 x in 2 days I believe I’ve got it !!
This is a fabulous tag book !! Mine is not really a tag book ( wish me luck 🤦♀️👩🎨🌸🍃🍃🍃) lolo !! I’ve counted my tabs 4 x hilarious 😂 oh sweetie this was a great video I just love love loved it !! Hugs - 🌸👩🎨😉💕💕💕
oh, bless you - it can be confusing, I have to stop and think as I go along, I am sure you will be just fine, I am looking forward to watching xxx
Good job I find this a bit confusing when I tried it,so I will be watching your video over and over
thank you so much, i hope you give it a go xx
Love this project. Can you list the name of the glue? I'm looking for a cheaper glue also. Thank you
Hi, the glue stick is Amos, Baton de colle, its available in amazon, but I can get it locally, the glue in the fine tip bottle is called Hi Tak glue, in a brown/gold bottle, if your in UK, cheapest I have found it is hobby craft - its also in amazon, its as strong as art glitter glue, and lasts for ages hope that helps x
@@carollaws838 Awesome. Thank you, Mrs. Carol.
Not painful at all watching but I did hurt my fingers trying to help you hold your page down while you glued tab (hit screen 😊) 🌹❤️💯
Thank you for helping 🤣🤣 much appreciated xx
You did a great job now you can calm down and breathe
Thank you!
Carol, I was holding my breath for you….this is a such a lovely binding, BUT it certainly tests our brains. I really love the combination you have used for each page 😍 and of course ArtyMaze papers ( say no more ). What is the actual glue you use, if you don’t mind saying, please xx
Yes Carol I too am wondering what glue you prefer using vs Art Glitter Glue. Thanks!
Hi Michelle, its called Hi Tack glue, I use the fast tack one, its in a gold bottle - this is a link to amazon where you can get it, but if you have a hobbty craft store near you, its cheaper. I put it is a fine tip bottle, so the long nozzle on this bottle makes that easy to transfer. hope that helps! www.amazon.co.uk/Plush-Addict-Hi-Tack-Sticky-Purpose/dp/B01BTZV0Y4/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2JU3CC2K8HZSM&keywords=hi+tack+glue&qid=1651391566&sprefix=hi+tack%2Caps%2C77&sr=8-5
@@carollaws838 thank you Carol, for that information and lucky for me Hobbycraft is very nearby, xx
@@michellenowacki8673 it works well for me, and if I am unsure, I do a test stick (say for embellishments on covers) but so far all is well stuck. Let me know what you think of it xx
@@carollaws838 yes I will. Thank you recommendation are always good. I use the small bottles as it saves all that shaking down 😀x
What is the way of binding called? I love this. You made it so easy to understand. Thank you.
Thank you, I think it's 'tab' binding, glad you found it useful xx
Gorgeous turnout, looking forward to where you use it! QUESTION: Carol would you mind sharing brand & name of the glue you reference in this vid? I respect your opinions on such! Thank you.
hi, I am in the UK, the glue make is called Hi Tack, and I use the hi tack fast tack glue, its in a brown/gold label bottle, I think i showed it in my last video. its available on amazon this is the link to amazon, so you can see it. www.amazon.co.uk/Plush-Addict-Hi-Tack-Sticky-Purpose/dp/B01BTZV0Y4/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2JU3CC2K8HZSM&keywords=hi+tack+glue&qid=1651391566&sprefix=hi+tack%2Caps%2C77&sr=8-5
@@carollaws838 Thanks Carol! Your recommendations are always spot on. I was able to find both Orig & the Fast Tack one on US Amazon, but since made & imported from England, it makes it as expensive as Art Glitter :(. But it may be similar to our Aleen's Quick Dry or Turbo Dry Tacky glue. I will investigate.
Carol, I think you did this beautifully. Your inner critic needs to shut up! As for forgetting what you were meant to do, let me tell you my mishap from today. I’m making a journal and I meant to reinforce the spine with a piece of Tyvek so that it wouldn’t split at the stress points. I made the entire cover and it is splitting at the stress points because guess what? I forgot to use the Tyvek. 🙄
oh, I hope that you were able to fix your journal, and thank you so much for your comments, really appreciated x
Oh my talented Karol, it has given me a bit of anxiety to watch this video... (I say this with respect, honesty and appreciation...) Why do you put so much anxiety on yourself while creating something so beautiful? ... Who is behind your ear criticizing you, rushing you or something like that? NO ONE! :)
No person should "lose their breath" while creating something, unless it's because they are very happy and relaxed...
When I see something like this in videos from this community, it honestly makes me wonder why there is so much self-imposed pressure...
I think that when we lose the correct objective of what makes us create and share what we do, then we add that tension and that need for acceptance and imaginary prejudice...
We create because it makes us happy :) And we must share what we do without worrying about the absolute opinion of the rest. Free ourselves from the pressure to ''do things right''. What does that mean anyway?...
And if we do something totally new for us and also, on camera, what importance or "seriousness" does it have at all that in the process we make mistakes in something or things do not turn out as we imagined? It's part of the entertainment!
Once I saw some videos that were like a challenge or something like that, where the girls started a timer clock and had to make a journal page or a couple of Tags or journaling cards, etc, in less than 10 minutes... .. WHY?! ........... What kind of idea is that, of adding adrenaline or stress to the creation of art!... In my inner world that doesn't make sense.
It also makes no sense that women creating beautiful and creative things are offering apologies because the glue does not come out of the tube or because the work table is cluttered with things, or whatever it is that has to do with the beautiful and spontaneous act of CREATING.
I believe that when we are happy creating and when we do it without expectations and without ego, without unnecessary rush, and without stress, we inspire much more our own hearts and minds, and also others...
Flow... Be kind to ourselves... Humorously and realistically accept the mistakes we make when creating.... Do anything creative for our own pure joy and satisfaction.... FLOW..... .........
I hope my "spoken" thoughts are well received. There are no bad intentions, just showing a point of view that we may have overlooked...
A big hug.
Vilma.
ok, I read several comments on your video and I think now my words make more sense.
I can't believe that people get overwhelmed and don't even dare to do it again, or get demotivated or stressed while creating. You have to look at life and creation from another angle... It's my most sincere opinion.
Hi, I am an anxious person who questions her ability, always have been - i love making things, and like to push my boundaries, even though it makes me anxious - its well worth it for me when I see what I have made - it makes me feel proud that some people want what I make. I dont feel under pressure, just aware that time runs away from me - never sure how long I can record for on my phone! xx
@@carollaws838 Darling do you see what I mean? You take my messages as an attack or feel the need to offer explanations or apologies. There's no need! It's not an attack! I am encouraging you to GO FLOW and stop being under emotional pressure all the time.
Neither me nor anyone here is evaluating you at all!
The beautiful creations you make have NOTHING TO DO with the anxiety you convey in the videos, creating. They are separate things.
I know a lot about anxiety syndrome, believe me. Don't expose yourself to growing anxiety like that. It is not the way. Take my words for good. They are for good! :)
You don't want anxious people to stop watching your videos, do you? We all want to see something and someone who gives us encouragement, inspiration, a moment of tranquility and entertainment.
Be happy and flow! It'll be good for you. It does me good.
You really should have more faith in yourself. Please can you tell me what the name of the glue is as I think art glitter glue is much to expensive in England. Thank you. Wonderful tag book.
thank you Lucy - its available in Hobbycraft, its in a brown/gold bottle, called Hi Tack glue. If you message me, I can send a picture of it xx
oh, the bottle I get is £3, and i put it into a fine tip bottle - its just as strong as art glitter glue for a fraction of the cost xx
@@carollaws838 thanks I’ve found it.
Hi Carol! Do you have an email for brand collaborations? I would love to speak with you about a crafty brand partnership!
What is that?
@@carollaws838 Hello! Just a way to contact you for a brand partnership. If you prefer, you can reach out to pr@diamondartclub.com :) Thanks!