HOW TO MAKE A JUNK JOURNAL WITH AN OLD BOOK | Part 2 Decorating

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  • Опубликовано: 6 ноя 2024

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  • @c.w.1956
    @c.w.1956 Год назад +3

    Showing us tips that you've learned along the way and sharing with us we really appreciate it.

  • @arteriasartsinteriordecor4872
    @arteriasartsinteriordecor4872 2 года назад +3

    Catywhampus, hitch in my gitalong, stove up...all old west sayings, love that you still use this vernacular. Lol, thanks for sharing. Very helpful.🤗🙃

  • @kathyphillips9482
    @kathyphillips9482 2 года назад +7

    I think I've watched all your videos at least once or twice over the past three years.... and yet each new one *still* provides new ideas, improved methods, helpful tips and tons of inspiration. The way you attached the signatures in this journal (in the previous video) is brilliant and the cover alteration you shared in this one is simply lovely! I also appreciate the mention of restraint in journal-making. Of course, everyone loves a beautiful "look book" and enjoys finding surprizes in unexpected places.... but we need to leave them some space so their life journey can create its own beauty there. Thanks, again, Nik, for all you share with us. You're priceless!!

  • @beckyb4074
    @beckyb4074 2 года назад +4

    Thanks for sharing your family pictures with us. I think that's really special. God bless you. Becky B

    • @NiktheBooksmith
      @NiktheBooksmith  2 года назад +1

      Thanks, Becky! I wish I had noticed they weren't in focus >.

  • @sister_niches
    @sister_niches 2 года назад

    That ship has sailed like my 9th grade haircut!! 🤣🤣🤣 I had bad haircuts in school, the mom did kinds!! 🤣🤣🤣

  • @amandamakesthings2160
    @amandamakesthings2160 10 месяцев назад +1

    I love the irreverent style of your videos! I'm a rule-breaker as well and it's so much fun.

  • @doubleblessings-royalcrowr1669
    @doubleblessings-royalcrowr1669 2 года назад +11

    Your junk journal is quality and classy looking I really like the antiquey touches you add, really love the cover and your rollodex card

  • @oraboraalice
    @oraboraalice 2 года назад +1

    Stones and Rossetti and bookmaking in the same video. 💕💕💕

    • @NiktheBooksmith
      @NiktheBooksmith  2 года назад +1

      Odd bedfellows, right? Its funny the things we're drawn to. =)

  • @c.w.1956
    @c.w.1956 Год назад

    I love this video....there's so much info. I like how you show us how to make several things...one right after the other. Thanks!!!!!

  • @annerougemont
    @annerougemont Год назад

    Thank you. I’m a beginner and your approach is the one that resonates with mine : I want my journals to be first of all practical, useful while also being nice to look at and browse through. Thank you also for being so clear in your demonstrations. Your videos are the best for me so far… (and by far 😉)…❤

  • @RockinStacy
    @RockinStacy 2 года назад

    Always a pleasure watching your mind in mind in motion.
    I had a chuckle when you mentioned the song "Paint it Black" with a red book... I see a red door and I want it painted black...just saying, lol.

  • @iamdawt
    @iamdawt 2 года назад +16

    I'm with everyone else, your videos seem to fly by because I get so engrossed in what you're doing. I love what you did with the cover and spine, they're such great touches.

  • @isabellapinhodeaguiar
    @isabellapinhodeaguiar 2 года назад +9

    not gonna lie, you explained it so well and you made it look really easy that you made me wanna do one of these.

  • @catheyboocat-design7175
    @catheyboocat-design7175 2 года назад

    I love love love your videos. Seems like I have watched you for a 100 years. Always learn, always enjoy and always connect.

  • @denisecondina6655
    @denisecondina6655 2 года назад

    Agreed, I like a journal to be accessible and easy to use. Also love ur sense of humor....thanks for the journey ✨️

  • @caelanharris5745
    @caelanharris5745 2 года назад

    I wish I had the patience for doing this. I'm terrible at measuring and cutting. I also don't have the tools, supplies and papers. I admire your mad journal skills.

  • @barbaracarlson1331
    @barbaracarlson1331 2 года назад

    Love this. Your family photos are wonderful!!

  • @lisettevial2629
    @lisettevial2629 2 года назад +1

    You are my favourite genious! That Rolodex card idea was great! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @nikkimartin9763
    @nikkimartin9763 2 года назад +1

    You actually read my mind, I wanted something pretty but with no fussy frilly bits. Having dyslexia is hard enough without the distraction! Thank you you showed me I can have both.
    Nikki xx

  • @erikahatcher5492
    @erikahatcher5492 7 месяцев назад +1

    I’m going to try and make one of these. It’ll be my first one. Love the video

  • @tomleech9753
    @tomleech9753 2 года назад

    Am I suddenly a booksmith groupie? Are there booksmith groupies? Hah. I've been watching these videos for hours and I can't stop. :)

  • @lauriemyers3
    @lauriemyers3 2 года назад

    Omg you crack me up! ‘’You know…whatever this is called…the patterned paper.” It’s even more amusing in 2X speed. I desperately want to try this project. I might be hitting up an old bookstore next week…

  • @ultraviolet13881
    @ultraviolet13881 7 месяцев назад +1

    Absolutely beautiful (as usual)! Thank you for all the great instruction and tips, very inspiring!

  • @studio-989
    @studio-989 2 года назад

    Wow! NICK!! Dang!! Love this!❤❤❤❤

  • @kanamichelle7404
    @kanamichelle7404 2 года назад

    I am in love with the cover!

  • @joannaharrison9997
    @joannaharrison9997 Год назад

    I see a red book and I want to paint it black 😂😂😂
    Wonderful update to the cover ☺️📔

  • @beckyb4074
    @beckyb4074 2 года назад +13

    Hello Nik, how are you doing today young lady? I pray that you are having a good day. Thanks for doing these kind of videos, I find them inspirational and educational. I prefer these and your previous videos of your journal flip throughs over the crime drama videos, mainly because there is just way too much drama in the world already, my mind & body just can't deal with that anymore. I have a bunch of your video tutorial projects I want to do so very much, just so I can say "I made that" before I die. Take care and God bless you and yours. Sincerely Becky B from Arkansas

  • @sandycarroll3198
    @sandycarroll3198 2 года назад

    Beautiful! Thank you. Be safe.

  • @visualsweets
    @visualsweets 2 года назад +7

    Omg it was like you read my mind. I have been trying to find a solution for my pocket tucks. Such a great idea to score the paper twice so that I can have a little room to tuck in a photo.

  • @mangm1
    @mangm1 2 года назад +4

    Love a junk journal that is pretty and functional. Thanks for sharing.

  • @karenlazenby8277
    @karenlazenby8277 2 года назад

    Very clever absolutely loving this book

  • @karenfinneganart2480
    @karenfinneganart2480 2 года назад

    yesss Paint it Black...not only do you have bookish style but music style too!!!

  • @suebarner8364
    @suebarner8364 Год назад

    We share a similar ethos vis a vis things being useful. I am liking your style.

  • @aliceadler4569
    @aliceadler4569 2 года назад

    Love this book, Nik!!! ♥️♥️♥️🌺🌺🧨

  • @suzettefaircloth5037
    @suzettefaircloth5037 2 года назад

    In the Navy we call the hole reinforcers, paper buttholes. lol
    Thank you for sharing these ideas.

  • @suzannehicks5856
    @suzannehicks5856 2 года назад

    Here I am diligently listening to your process and you make a comment about the label “curing syp**lus” and now I’m cracking up! Lol

  • @recoveringsoul755
    @recoveringsoul755 2 года назад

    I think you're the only channel of the thousand or so I'm subscribed to that I actually never miss watching a video, at regular speed no less. I enjoy your tutorials and how you decorate them way past where I would stop, and enjoy your thoughts on the criminal stuff too. Thank you!!

    • @NiktheBooksmith
      @NiktheBooksmith  2 года назад +2

      At regular speed, even? Now, THAT is a compliment! Thank you, I thoroughly appreciate it =)

  • @madebylora
    @madebylora 2 года назад +1

    My favourite kind of video from you Nik. Long, chatty and working through creative ideas and choices.

  • @suec9938
    @suec9938 2 года назад

    As always, great video.Thanks for sharing!

  • @lornamikkelson5690
    @lornamikkelson5690 2 года назад

    Thank you for coming back to book/journal making processes Nik

  • @JTM240
    @JTM240 2 года назад +1

    So glad to see a journal that could be made a bit more simply, yet beautiful and with utility in mind. All of your videos are informative and bring out one's imagination. Thankful.

  • @crislanacrafts1022
    @crislanacrafts1022 Год назад

    Fantastic video! Love it! Thank you so much! ♥️♥️♥️

  • @cheryldimatteo9046
    @cheryldimatteo9046 2 года назад

    The journal is fantastic. You are always inspiring. Your grandfather was very handsome by the way!!

    • @NiktheBooksmith
      @NiktheBooksmith  2 года назад

      You would have loved him! Thank you, Cheryl 😊

  • @seasidepaper
    @seasidepaper 2 года назад

    Back the truck up bucko - I'm listening and laughing...You are too funny. Thanks for the tutorial!

  • @tootsfour956
    @tootsfour956 2 года назад

    Very nice Nik. Thank you! BLESSINGS

  • @sharonoxner1244
    @sharonoxner1244 Год назад

    You are absolutely Brilliant! I love your attention to detail. I was thinking the same thing with the Oval you cut out and gluing it to the back of the black one so it would slip down into the cutout and then you did it... That is awesome... I will definitely be saving this for future reference. Take care... Now to watch the next video.

  • @danacolosimo5874
    @danacolosimo5874 2 года назад

    Great ideas ... love these editions :) TFS ❤❤😘😘😘😘😘😘😘

  • @anya40
    @anya40 2 года назад

    Curing syphilis. LMAO! Nik, you're such a card. A very talented card!

  • @janetvisochi-baum7572
    @janetvisochi-baum7572 2 года назад

    like my 9th grade haircut 🤣 Nik thank you for sharing the photos of your Grandparents and your Mom - they were very special to see - ❣your journal cover came out beautiful - absolutely beautiful and yes i've been inspired by the cover and what you did inside - thank you for the tip on how to create a Rolodex card - be well xx

  • @margoeastman923
    @margoeastman923 2 года назад

    Beautiful work...TFS 🌻

  • @lsavelbee
    @lsavelbee 2 года назад +1

    Great instructional video. I especially enjoyed the old black and white family photos!

  • @angelatbluehairedsudios8106
    @angelatbluehairedsudios8106 2 года назад +2

    You had me at "Blind Mellon" (you mentioned a long time ago) I've been a lurker forever! I've learned the value of like, comment on RUclips. I owe you a lot of likes! But from now on! You are so amazing! I think in real life We'd be friends! Lol
    Thank you for your videos!

  • @mommunson
    @mommunson 2 года назад +1

    Loved all you showed TY.
    I noticed the book had a N for Nettie 😂😁🥰🤟

  • @veronicawhite398
    @veronicawhite398 2 года назад

    Fab work, Nik! Love your stuff! 😍👍❤

  • @lalagamma4452
    @lalagamma4452 2 года назад

    It's funny I remember feeling sick when my Uncle brought out the projector for a slideshow. Now I see slides and think I wish I had some of the old family slides. Great ephemera Nic. Blessings, positive vibes and peace for all who need it in these unsure times! Namesta ✌️🐞🕉️

  • @DeerheartStudioArts
    @DeerheartStudioArts 2 года назад +1

    Sooo great to have your vid. I like your content, your expertise, your communication skills, and your personality! I mostly really like your aesthetic! Keep going!🦌💌❤️📚🥰🤪

  • @mkaysartfuljourney1239
    @mkaysartfuljourney1239 2 года назад

    The Buck-Ana-Quarter store. (Said with a Boston Accent - because I love that accent.)💯✨❤️🙏🏻🕊

  • @kimbontrager9456
    @kimbontrager9456 2 года назад +1

    Thank you for this!!! You were my first inspiration to begin making junk journals. I adore all the older videos where your journals were about characters....they always had a story attached to them. This "refresher" reminded me of what I love to do best! You are the true definition of being a teacher. BTW, I'm loving your true crime discussions while you're crafting!

  • @helengibson8196
    @helengibson8196 2 года назад

    That's a beautiful journal. I love the way you embellished it as well. So lovely to see photos of your grandparents and your mum as a baby ❤️

  • @nataliecarlo3503
    @nataliecarlo3503 2 года назад

    Decorating without lace........love this. Thank you!

  • @ZenAgain24
    @ZenAgain24 Год назад

    Love your style, very inspirational❤

  • @DeerheartStudioArts
    @DeerheartStudioArts 2 года назад

    wonderful time I spent watching your vid! 🦌💌📚

  • @k.susieroloff4801
    @k.susieroloff4801 2 года назад

    Loving this so far....cool!....😻

  • @angg645
    @angg645 2 года назад +1

    Real like this a lot. Thanks so much for sharing the photos ☺️

  • @JournalJourneyArts
    @JournalJourneyArts 2 года назад

    Ty for sharing those awesome pics 😃

  • @theresehoney199
    @theresehoney199 2 года назад

    Thank you for sharing your sweet family photos.
    I love Christina Rosetti & will search out this poem.

  • @barbaracheatham692
    @barbaracheatham692 2 года назад +1

    Love your style of making a journal. I am a neat freak and it’s difficult for me to be messy. The pictures of your family are precious.

  • @CherryBerry48
    @CherryBerry48 2 года назад

    shoo i started a journal back in 2013, i made the cover and binding and flaps and the whole whole shebang, but i never fished it nor did i decorated it, i kept adding other book cover and all that but three days ago i found you and then i found my book i was working on and the heat and cold glued itself together and not even in a good way, that ended up in the trash bin in a quick fast hurry, but i been collecting stuff now for a serious journal

  • @rachelpatten8889
    @rachelpatten8889 2 года назад

    Good idea for masking to paint the edges. Very pretty book.

  • @teri3240
    @teri3240 2 года назад

    Excellent job Nik! Again, some fantastic tips. Time to get busy myself! I have all the goodies but lack the confidence to start one. I have a dear friend who is going to receive my first journal. Thank you!!!!!!

  • @cathyskrehot8925
    @cathyskrehot8925 2 года назад

    You smart woman, making that rolodex card with a punch! Whooda thought?

  • @jenniferwatson7118
    @jenniferwatson7118 2 года назад

    Loved this video! Great ideas - thanks!

  • @lorichandler2817
    @lorichandler2817 2 года назад

    Thank You!! Love all your videos! Down to earth talk.. easy tutorial..very educational.. thank you again!

  • @silvipeppers
    @silvipeppers 2 года назад +1

    us: nice book
    nik: thanks, it's got pockets!

  • @nameless6252
    @nameless6252 2 года назад +2

    So glad to have the benefit of your experience. You have an unfolding bag of tricks for us!🙏🏼

  • @LedgerAndLace
    @LedgerAndLace 2 года назад +18

    I think I actually said out loud, "OMG! The Kodiak slides!!!" How's that for a trip down Memory Lane?! I think you could do a "Booksmith Top 10" of sorts.

    • @NiktheBooksmith
      @NiktheBooksmith  2 года назад +3

      Lol blast from the past! and yes, you're right, a top 10 is in order =) Thanks, Hali!

    • @pamellia
      @pamellia 2 года назад +2

      @@NiktheBooksmith I have a large number of the viewfinder round things 3 d picture stories or nature photos. I could certainly use those. Some excellent ideas!

  • @minb1217
    @minb1217 2 года назад +5

    I’m just about to embark on my first journal so thrilled with the ideas here - I particularly love the cover. Beautiful.

    • @c.w.1956
      @c.w.1956 Год назад

      Same here I'm almost finished with the construction of my 1st journal...can't wait to fill the pages!!!

  • @crafterintherough
    @crafterintherough 2 года назад +2

    I love these additions. I especially like the small gussets you create for depth and extra space. The slides pickets are so fun!!! TFS😍

  • @albertine2169
    @albertine2169 2 года назад

    I love the way your books are practical and cleanly made. Brilliant work Nik.

  • @ginette6896
    @ginette6896 2 года назад +1

    Thank you again for another great tutorial on making a junk journal out of an old book. I have never made one but after part one and your great instructions I'm ready! Went to the Goodwill and purchased a used book and I will finally try it. Most of all thank you for all that you share with us...especially during this very difficult time. You are wonderful!!
    Stay safe and well and be happy.😘

  • @sharonromer6606
    @sharonromer6606 2 года назад +1

    Love your altered book❣

  • @jbond7513
    @jbond7513 2 года назад

    'How to cure syphilis', lol! Kids can be sneaky. As a teen, I wrote of my escapades in my diary using Greggs Shorthand. A clue for a potential nosey mom that I was doing something of which she wouldn't approve. I can still read most of it. Hidden pockets would have been amazing! PS: Love Rolling Stones "Paint it Black".

  • @rneustel388
    @rneustel388 2 года назад

    Thank you so much for sharing this junk journal creation process!

  • @samanthahurley2357
    @samanthahurley2357 2 года назад

    my first thought: "OH I have those cute pink clips" then continued to laugh as you say you can get these from the dollar store and THEN you go on to say they aren't even a dollar anymore which are my thoughts exactly thank you

  • @jennydelosreyes7957
    @jennydelosreyes7957 2 года назад

    I love the tutorial, I certainly learned and will restart my journal. Love the ideas and all secret slots.

  • @cynthiahogue7724
    @cynthiahogue7724 2 года назад

    Thanks Nik for your comments at the end of the video. I enjoy watching all the videos on how to make complicated pockets and fold outs , etc., but I don't put them in my own journals because they aren't practical. I appreciate the clean lines and usefulness of your journals. Love your style!

  • @punkreation8290
    @punkreation8290 2 года назад

    Once again Nik, I am captured by your work. I love your preciseness. You’re so much fun to listen to and make me howl with laughter. The overlays are so funny. Thanks Nik 🦸

  • @mamadulas6578
    @mamadulas6578 2 года назад

    Super fun! And I loved the trip down memory lane (old pics, rolodex card, slides) ❤️😊

  • @patvalenzuela5105
    @patvalenzuela5105 2 года назад

    I enjoyed the making of this journal, thank you. I’m a beginner.

  • @sherrifredrickson2509
    @sherrifredrickson2509 2 года назад

    Love hanging out with you on a Friday night!!

  • @brendariddle2349
    @brendariddle2349 2 года назад +1

    I loved both parts!!! You are so good!

  • @tonitroth9879
    @tonitroth9879 2 года назад

    Nik, this is a fantastic video!!! Sure helps out newbies and never hurts to watch one of your videos regardless 💕💕💕 You're one amazing & talented lady and I am inspired by you daily, my friend!!! Thank you for sharing your incredible knowledge and wonderful experience with with us...you're so very appreciated 💕🌸🥰

  • @user-AnuPP247
    @user-AnuPP247 2 года назад

    You are so talented! Thanks for another brilliant tutorial!

  • @joylynnburkhardt3202
    @joylynnburkhardt3202 2 года назад

    You look just like your Gma!! Thank you for sharing your great ideas!!

  • @KateriBurnett
    @KateriBurnett 2 года назад

    Hi Nik, your such a fun lady to watch, thank you for doing this video because I sent you a new junk journaler. And this was perfect for her. See ya next time. Bye👋🏻👋🏻👋🏻

  • @ckey
    @ckey 2 года назад

    I really like your style, clean lines are wonderful and full of possibilities. I want to make a junk journal, but don’t know what I would DO with it. The act of creating it appeals, but seems wasteful if I don’t use it. I don’t know any journalers…

  • @SlushGuppy
    @SlushGuppy 2 года назад

    Thanks so much for everything!!!

  • @Jeannette.akaJnett
    @Jeannette.akaJnett 2 года назад

    So love your attention to detail. Great photos and gives me some inspiration to make one. I always wonder what people do with junk journals. I have been saving "stuff" to make one but wondered what I would do with it. I love this idea since my hubby passed last August. Thinking about putting something together as a memento or making one for each of my children. Thanks again.

  • @kimberlyhoward7896
    @kimberlyhoward7896 2 года назад

    I love this 2 part series🥰! You definitely made it look simple to do. But you also made the embellishments easy. The book 📕 is not stuffed to the gills! I could actually use it as a writing ✍️ journal and add more things😁! Thank you for sharing, take care 🤗💕!

  • @bettymiddlebrooks5355
    @bettymiddlebrooks5355 2 года назад

    Absolutely stunning! This is so cool.