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Hi! I'm Christine, a pathetically uncool but alarmingly passionate maker of things. Mostly journally things from actual books to vintage relics and replicas. Discover easy and fun techniques to help you create your own art books, junk journals and ephemera-plus who knows what else!-that evoke memory and hint of rich secret histories and mythic yet perhaps ordinary lives. I look forward to getting to share this journey with you.
Some of my videos are tutorials or flip-throughs for original journal and ephemera kits I design. If you're interested, you can find them here: sparkbirdstudios.etsy.com
Some of my videos are tutorials or flip-throughs for original journal and ephemera kits I design. If you're interested, you can find them here: sparkbirdstudios.etsy.com
KIT TIPS: Making Easy Covered Paper Clips With Tabs and Without
I've been asked a bunch of times lately about the difference in creating "TABBED" and "UNTABBED" covered paper clips. Here's a quick video that hows you the one key fold that makes the difference. Plus, how to make "Tabbed" style paper clips from "Non-Tabbed" Designs.
Happy creating! Christine
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I invite you to check out all the my SparkBird kits and goodies on Etsy: sparkbirdstudios.etsy.com
Or join SparkBird Nest - a fun monthly membership program for fellow junk journal junkies where for a small subscription you can receive all sorts of exclusive benefits. Check it out: ko-fi.com/sparkbirdstudios/tiers
Discover downlo...
Happy creating! Christine
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I invite you to check out all the my SparkBird kits and goodies on Etsy: sparkbirdstudios.etsy.com
Or join SparkBird Nest - a fun monthly membership program for fellow junk journal junkies where for a small subscription you can receive all sorts of exclusive benefits. Check it out: ko-fi.com/sparkbirdstudios/tiers
Discover downlo...
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KIT TIPS: Using Lace & Scraps for Fancy Pocket Tags for Your Junk Journal, Happy Mail & Gift Giving
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You'll be over the moon with these junk journal and gift tag ideas that use up your scraps of lace and fabric while making delightful, distinctive tags. Shown in conjunction with a SparkBird kit elements, but you can easily apply the ideas to your own projects and paper and I also show an easy way to make distinctive tags with your scraps without fussy cuts or a cutting machine. Here's the kit ...
Studio Transformations Part 1: Easy Storage Facelifts
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Here's a quick sharing behind the scenes look at how I'm shifting the space what was my commercial photography studio, into a dedicates Book Arts space. You'll see what I did with stuff I already had and a creative way to let magnets help you be more flexible! Thank you for stopping by! The creative community here is amazing! Here are the Magnets I show in the video: For the Plastic Drawers: ww...
Salvaging Off-Color Paper & a Lace Storage Idea When You have More Lace Than Legally Allowed ;-)
Просмотров 447Месяц назад
This was a crazy great all over the place creative week that included natural dyeing with plants and creating an attractive way to store the miles (seriously) lace that was gifted to me, by hacking a Harry & David Gift Box. Plus an easy idea for taming papers that aren't your color. REClaimed in Poultney Vermont, a maker's space you'll love! www.reclaimedvt.org/ I invite you to check out all th...
Unboxing A Lifetime of Lace. Crafting is healing. Am I right?
Просмотров 161Месяц назад
I was gifted a couple of boxes from my late aunt who passed unexpectedly. In addition to the beauty of what was in the box, and the spirit imbued within it, I think there was a healing element for everyone involved. Ps. If you're a lace addict, you will especially want to take a peek! To see how I handled this massive amount of new (and incredible!) stash, and to get ideas, have a look at his v...
This Creative Life: How I Spent This Perfect Weekend.
Просмотров 294Месяц назад
You won't find any drama, or game-changing clips. Just sharing a bit of the results from my personal creative sessoin this weekend. I don't include a tutorial on the flower dyeing because this was my first time trying it. I will share future eco-dyeing projects. Hope you're all getting enough creative-me-time too! I invite you to check out all the my SparkBird kits and goodies on Etsy: sparkbir...
Dazzling Junk Journal Pages with Avocado-dyed papers, fabric. So easy with dried peels and pits!
Просмотров 314Месяц назад
Guacamole or avocado toast fan? Then you already have most of what you need for this fun natural dye project. Here I show my process with dried avocado skins and pits and the results are gorgeous! This was my first go at this dying process and I'll definitely be doing it again! I used a variety of papers and now happily have a way to mask the ugly green of that modern ledger paper! Plus I dip v...
Unboxing kindness and a Little Paying it Forward
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When life changes we sometimes move differently along our path, or sometimes change paths all together. That recently happened to a SparkBird friend 💜 who generously bequeathed a huge box of kindness and joy to me (spoiler, along with awholelotta Tim Holtz!) Here's what big hearts look like. And I'm offering a little in-kind joy to you... I invite you to check out all the my SparkBird kits and ...
Finished Bread Journal Flip-Thru plus a Unique and FUNctional Closure Tutorial #junkjournals
Просмотров 353Месяц назад
Here's a quick flip through of how I finished the Bread Journal we made earlier this year. It has an embossed cover, curverd spine, and sewn in signatures. Plus I demonstrate how you can make this fun and functional closure that works with any book! Want to make your own curved spine journal? Check out my tutorial videos. It's a lot easier than you think! Here are the links: PART 1: Make a Curv...
KIT TIPS: Road Trips USA Atlas Mini File Folders Project Ideas
Просмотров 4532 месяца назад
Here's a simple idea for use with the Mini Travel Folders. www.etsy.com/shop/SparkBirdStudios?ref=seller-platform-mcnav§ion_id=41825421 I invite you to check out all the my SparkBird kits and goodies on Etsy: sparkbirdstudios.etsy.com Or join SparkBird Nest - a fun monthly membership program for fellow junk journal junkies where for a small subscription you can receive all sorts of exclusiv...
Cherished Chapters Wanderlust Traveler Journal Pockets Insert How-To
Просмотров 2452 месяца назад
New journal pocket inserts you can make with just a few pieces of paper and scraps that hold a nearly endless amount of your favorite tags, journal cards and mementos. So versatile you'll make something different every time! Want to make a glassine-like window in the telegram envelope? Here are a few ideas: ruclips.net/video/5_SsCgxjFDA/видео.html Available now in three themes with more on the ...
Make -In-A-Flash, easily the quickest journal notebook you'll 'make today. NO SEW!
Просмотров 4732 месяца назад
A couple viewers asked about constructing the journal notebooks in my Cherished Chapters kits. Here you'll see it almost takes me longer to tie a knot, than make the journal itself. Here's the project this notebook fits into: ruclips.net/video/O4XjB0O3KCc/видео.html Cherished Chapters: Sweet Summer's Garden www.etsy.com/listing/1740019480/ Cherished Chapters: Lost Letters from the Past www.etsy...
Cherished Chapters Lost Letters from the Past
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OMG. I love these kits so much. New journal pocket inserts you can make with just a few pieces of paper and scraps that hold a nearly endless amount of your favorite tags, journal cards and mementos. So versatile you'll make something different every time! Available now in three themes with more on the way! Cherished Chapters: Sweet Summer's Garden www.etsy.com/listing/1740019480/ Cherished Cha...
KIT TIPS: Cherished Chapters Easiest Mega Pocket Journal Fold Out You'll Ever Make. Promise.
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New journal pocket inserts you can make with just a few pieces of paper and scraps that hold a nearly endless amount of your favorite tags, journal cards and mementos. So versatile you'll make something different every time! Available now in three themes with more on the way! Cherished Chapters: Sweet Summer's Garden www.etsy.com/listing/1740019480/ Cherished Chapters: Lost Letters from the Pas...
Estate Sale Haul. Or, what I did instead of arguing with the junk journal I'm trying to finish.
Просмотров 3252 месяца назад
Took a little break to hit a local estate sale today and wow, was it hard to not load armloads into the car! But I mean, there's only so much storage space here at the studio! I'm very happy with my curated selections and share them with you here. Download a FREE digital image of one of the pages shown in the video: ko-fi.com/s/4edb0636a8 with my appreciation! I invite you to check out all the ...
Embossing Velvet. 💜 New Approaches. No rubber stamps required.
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Embossing Velvet. 💜 New Approaches. No rubber stamps required.
Three-Pocket Insert Using One Sheet and Scraps or Random Elements from Digital Kits You Already Own
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Three-Pocket Insert Using One Sheet and Scraps or Random Elements from Digital Kits You Already Own
Sturdy Lace Doily Pockets for your Journals and Tags
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Sturdy Lace Doily Pockets for your Journals and Tags
KIT TIPS: Easy Hidden Journaling Cards - The Allure of Victorian Women #junkjournals #ephemera
Просмотров 3433 месяца назад
KIT TIPS: Easy Hidden Journaling Cards - The Allure of Victorian Women #junkjournals #ephemera
Adventures and Discoveries in DIY Vellum - Original Tutorial with link to updated version
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Adventures and Discoveries in DIY Vellum - Original Tutorial with link to updated version
Promising News for DIY Baby Oil Vellum! Quick how-to. Adventures in #junkjournal love!
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Promising News for DIY Baby Oil Vellum! Quick how-to. Adventures in #junkjournal love!
Tipped-in Window Pocket Journal Flip-outs with Glassine/Vellum Knock Offs. #junkjournal #diycrafts
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Tipped-in Window Pocket Journal Flip-outs with Glassine/Vellum Knock Offs. #junkjournal #diycrafts
My New Favorite Mod Podge style sealer recipe. A perfect blend of strength and sheen. (AUDIO FIXED!)
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My New Favorite Mod Podge style sealer recipe. A perfect blend of strength and sheen. (AUDIO FIXED!)
Mini Altoids Tin Journals from Scraps
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Mini Altoids Tin Journals from Scraps
Mini Accordion Twist Books with Card Stock Covers
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Mini Accordion Twist Books with Card Stock Covers
KIT TIPS: ALTERNATE PAGE CONSTRUCTION Blessed Mother Accordion Book ALTERNATE PAGE CONSTRUCTION
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KIT TIPS: ALTERNATE PAGE CONSTRUCTION Blessed Mother Accordion Book ALTERNATE PAGE CONSTRUCTION
Use Your Scraps! Mini Accordion Twist Books.
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Use Your Scraps! Mini Accordion Twist Books.
KIT TIPS: SparkBird Mother's Letters Jumbo Tags, Pockets #ljunkjournal Folio Insert DIY
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KIT TIPS: SparkBird Mother's Letters Jumbo Tags, Pockets #ljunkjournal Folio Insert DIY
KIT TIPS: British-Style Bus Ticket Covered Paper Clips
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KIT TIPS: British-Style Bus Ticket Covered Paper Clips
I have the same dated paper from a yard sale.
I just made one and I’m in love with your idea!!! Easy and beautiful! Thank you for sharing 😊🫶🏼🎉
Wonderful! I love hearing that perhaps I'm not the only addict! 🤣
Also off topic, but your voice reminds me of Joan Cusack’s!
I was thinking about freezing my fresh flowers similar to how you press flowers, without the intention of letting them dry; what are you thoughts on my approach? I sandwiched between an open book with three layers of parchment on each side and a layer of wet paper towel on top of that, then the flowers. Then I close the book. Will this preserve them “fresh” well? Thanks!
Hmm. I'm not really sure if that method would work. Are you trying to get the flowers frozen and flat? Is that the reason for the book?
@@sparkbirdstudios my goal is to preserve them staying fresh instead of drying out, and also to flatten them. I open a book, cover each side with three layer of parchment and a damp paper towel on top. Then I put the flowers over one of the paper towels and close the book. I also duck taped the book shut, and am not considering wrapping in plastic wrap so it doesn’t dry out. Then place in the freezer. Before, I would just sandwich maple leaves between two pieces of damp paper towel and then roll them up, put in a zip lock bag, and put in the fridge. Months later, the leaves would look great and worked for ecoprinting. I’m using a book this time because I have flowers and they aren’t as flat. The parchment paper is so the book pages don’t get ruined.
What a wonderful hidden paperclip!! I am saving this into my 'To Do' list. I like neat and finished look also, so this suits me to a 'T'. TFS
Right? There's something about the tidiness that appeals to one side of my brain, the other side, well...we don't talk about that! You're welcome. And thank you!
Beautiful
Purchased !!!!!!!!!!!!
More gorgeous paper clips! Love that you keep making more of the kits. I’m excited for Fall as well. Even though it’s so hot here. Hugs 🤗❤️🍁🎃
Pretty clips ❤
Thank you - very timely because I was making none other than hidden paperclips with your kits last night! I appreciate the score lines a lot as it helps me fold better. Love the new designs! :)
So beautiful❣ Hugs and stay well.
I am hooked. Love this idea. Hope you don't mind if I link you on my video
Thank you, Cristina. I love the hidden paper clips. I first saw it on Scrapbooking With Me, and she credited you and suggested we go watch your video on it. i enjoyed it and will be making lots more.
Love your design and purchased three kits. Making holiday gifts for colleagues at school. Thanks.
I love it!
That's very clever and incredibly practical! I love it ❤️❤️❤️ I subscribe you ❤
Wow, I hadn't seen this before and it looks stunning. It opens up new possibilities for crafting. Thank you 1000 times for showing me ❤️
I've now printed them out on cardstock (I saw that you had instructions on each page). They are simply gorgeous! I've been using dark blue and turquoise inks on the edges and on some of the cards -- so pretty! And the crowning touch is I had a gold inkpad, and I added gold edging and some gold to parts of the cards. The result is just magic!
Oh my gosh! They sound fabulous! I want to see! Now you've inspired me to make some pretty ones (I so often default to making everything feel "old," you know, brown and grey edges, etc. I think I'll pull out some of my lovely colors the next time I sit down with these...you've sparked me! Thank you!
This kit is beautiful -- thank you so much! Did you print them on cardstock?
What a great week you had! I enjoyed hearing all about it! How nice that the lace came rolled in spools and with your aunt’s shelf is really special! I would be interested in files to print over the not so great dyed papers. Hugs!
Love this. Thank you. ❤
Christine what a beautiful kit. I am loving the lace insets and the pivoting layer, so clever. Another great way to use some of your newly acquired lace stash. Never thought to use a tag top tag, say that three time really fast lol. Thanks for sharing all your creativity with us. Hugs and stay well.
What beautiful tags! I love the use of lace and fabric. You always have such unique and gorgeous inspirations! Hugs ❤️🤗
Lovely! Thank you for this wonderful project. I am definitely going to give this a go. Take care and be happy❤❤❤😊
So beautiful ❤
I really like these variations. Thank you for sharing. ❤
YOU are super-awesome! Yes, the holidays are quickly approaching! Would love to revisit the advent calendar for 2024 idea. I’m a bit behind but love what you are doing to your studio and can’t wait to catch up!
Cool cabinets and ideas! I love this idea. As your CEO, I will caution everyone though, please do not use magnets within the reach of small children or curious pets - they can cause harm to the digestive system. I am sure most people know this, but a disclaimer is always a positive way to prevent accidents for those who may not have realized that this happens. :)
Thank you very much for for sharing the magnet label idea. I recently re-purposed a metal rolling toolbox so I’d have room for storing paper and other things.. The drawers are still labeled for my jewelry business with stick on labels. I’ve been putting off changing the labels because it will be a pain getting the old labels off. But now I won’t have to I can just magnet a label on top of that. You had. such a wonderful idea! I may also steal the idea of painting your rolling plastic carts. I’ve got bunches of those.
Christine these pieces came out great. Wow what a transformation on the $5 little drawer metal cabinet. Never realized spray paint now works on plastic too. Love love love the magnets for attaching the labels, gives us the flexibility we often need without the hassle. Thanks for the tips and your room is coming along very nicely. Hugs and stay well.
Christine do mind saying what brand of paint you did the plastic black storage piece in? I really like the cream color and it looks like it adhered to the plastic nice. I have the same piece :) TIA
Sure. It's Rustoleum x2 Ultra Cover Satin in Heirloom White. I've used this paint in various colors on so many things and love it. It will say right on the front of the can that it adhere's to plastic. Available at many local hardware stores and also big box home improvement shops, and of course probably on Amazon 😄
@@sparkbirdstudios thank you for the info:) I’ll grab some tomorrow. I’m hoping Monday I can paint! Yours turned out so nice!!! I really like your metals one too. Recently I went to a miles and miles long road sale and I felt so fortunate to get a fairly large metal pull out drawers thing from the 40’s it was the man’s dads from war time. It’s so cool. Tons of screws and nails and such. Not sure what I’m gonna do with all those lol 😂 They said I had to take them all and if I did they’d sell it for 20 bucks. I said load her up!🤣 I keep debating if I want to paint and pretty it up but not sure cuz I love it as is. I always appreciate organizing videos. Thank you for your putting this one together for us!
@@brandiperelli4090 I had the same dilemma. I liked the aged look of the metal drawers and almost left them as they were and thought I'd just paint the shell. But in the end thought the whole thing could use the facelift. Your piece sounds terrific. Let us know what you decide to do with it...
@@sparkbirdstudios a face lift might be nice! I also found one last month that is a vintage file cabinet kinda style with only one large drawer. Actually would have liked to have known some history on that too. Maybe could try painting that one first and see what I think, it definitely needs some TLC!
Thank you so much for linking the magnets you use! I am really trying to find something a little bit thinner and smaller than what I’m using now. And I think I got it! I don’t know if you are an Amazon affiliate, but I will go through your link, just in case. Anyway, looking great in the craft room! All these little details are really going to make a big difference in the overall feel. Hugs ❤️🤗
Love the use of magnets! That gives ideas!
Wow so awesome ... I would spend hours digging. Awesome keepsakes to use.
It did take hours to go through it all...quietly and taking my time. 💜
this is working beautifully ! Pls , i would like to know what are the liquid you spray before hand ? if it's only water, what I can add to the water , or instead, to make the manipulation permanent. thank you.
I was using only water. If your impression is not permanent it may be type of velvet you're using? This processed worked better on older velvet fabrics. The iron burned the pattern into the fibers better. Newer and micro velvets don't seem to take as rich a "print"
@@sparkbirdstudios thank you so much for your answer. i would like to try on silk .
This was a great idea on how you folded the paper around the paperclip... I have done them before but not like this... Just another idea you can try.. If you poke the actual paperclip through the paper so you can attach the charm to it than... Thank you for sharing!!!
This is terrific! I will definitely tey this.😊
Gorgeous fun! Beautiful result! Can't wait to see the videos. Merci.
Oh videos. Was I supposed to make videos? 🤣
@@sparkbirdstudios lol
What weight card stock do you print your stamps on? Going to have to order some of these scissors.
I print my stamps almost exclusively on HP Premium 32. On amazon - www.amazon.com/HP-Printer-Paper-Premium32-Letter/dp/B000099O2W
Yes, can you do a comparison with the 110# Hobby Lobby Paper Studio cardstock in white. That would be great. Thanks
Unfortunately I don't have any paper studio paper in house right now. Hobby Lobby is not easy to get to from where I am but I will get some and give it a go the next opportunity.
@@sparkbirdstudios it's OK. I actually like Michael's Recollections 110# much better.
I’m sorry for the loss of your Aunt. What a gift to have items of hers that you can use and cherish and honor her with by making into other lovely things.
Thank you so much.
Wow! 🤩 I particularly love that green scarf! So amazing. And your aunts shelf looks fabulous on your wall. The box you fixed up is phenomenal. What a busy yet fun week you have had! Thank you for sharing and your inspiration. Hugs 🤗❤️
Yes on the green scarf! (And later the green tags!)💜
Christine amazing dying results. Glad to see your aunts shelf and treasures in place on your wall now. What an awesome transformation on the box with ribbon cards and smaller bits of lace, how fun❣Till next time hugs and stay well.
Thanks Ina! It's been a whirlwind couple of weeks!
I am so sorry about you and your cousins loss. This was like flipping through a fantasy world 😂. Talk about a dream. She must of had a very soft side to her that she tapped into when crafting. I would be overwhelmed as well. Joyfully, but almost in shock. It will be so nice to see you crafting with some of these treasures. I’m sure you will cherish every last thread! Hugs 🤗❤️
Christine first I would like to extend my sincerest condolences to you and your cousin for the loss of her mom, your aunt. Enjoy your time with your very generous cousin. Wow what a treasure trove you have inherited. Sooo glad they thought of you to receive this priceless gift. I cringe to think of how many times these types of things just get tossed for family members not realizing the value of these treasures as they are dealing with their grief and everything else that comes along with loosing a loved one. I would come spend an entire day with you and maybe a sleepover too? lol. I will be looking forward to seeing all of the beautiful things you will be creating with your ❤ and hands using your aunts priceless curated collection. Now you go create be awesome. Hugs and stay well.
Thanks Ina - I bet we could get into a lot of trouble together, especially with all this lace!
Very incredible!!! Thank you, thank you for sharing, really special!
Thank you too!
@@sparkbirdstudios ❤️
How exciting and a treasure trove. Your cousin is such a sweetheart and very thoughtful to think of you and know you would enjoy her mother’s, goodies! Bless be.❤
It really is! I am honored by her trust in me. (Now, tell me about these reptiles that you love, asking as an insect-girl myself) 😂
Christine, I remember when you first shared this book. You are such an amazing designer and book-maker-is there a name for the beautiful books you make? 😊
Aww thank you Robyn. I think the name would be the "Why do you take so long to finish them" books. (I have three on the drawing boards right now with only covers complete-ish)
"a wellness moment" hah true that. thanks for the great tutorial .
My pleasure!
Loved watching your tutorials. Thank you for sharing your talent. Cxx
You are so welcome Carol! Thank you for popping into the playground...