Turning an Old $1 Thrift Book into a New Journal!
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- Опубликовано: 13 сен 2024
- Upcycling this $1 thrifted drink recipe book into a fancy new journal!
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Ya know, this gives me all kinds of ideas because there are so many books at the Goodwill with nice bindings and sturdy covers, but the books themselves are mass-produced trash or whatever. I never thought to cannibalize then upcycle them. You've given me all kinds of ideas now!
Yes! I found many nice covers to work with, they just have crummy content 😄
@@SeaLemonDIY So books really ARE like the internet 😂
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Yeah, some books and newspapers are pretty much like an analog OG form of Internet/social media/content communication (albeit they do not have the same reach as the Internet/social media, but they have the benefit of being more tactile). The invention of the European version of the printing press was similar in impact on society to the invention of the Internet. People experienced similar stuff in dealing with the world of print/media as people do today with online media (including mob mentality stuff and cancel culture, like when Mark Twain had to move out of San Francisco after making some controversial media at the time he worked in journalism).
I have so many rescued books that will now be transformed into something to treasure! Thanks for this video and inspiration
Love it! What an excellent way to upcycle a book that isn’t going to be missed!
I absolutely love learning how to give objects a new purpose! The cover design honors the original history of the book while also being a really awesome print!
I have legit bought used books before just because I liked the covers, so this is a really cool idea. I'd definitely be interested in seeing more videos like this. Maybe a way to upcycle old/outdated textbooks would be cool. When I volunteered at a charity shop, we always had a glut of those
You could do a video just describing the anatomy of a tree and I would tune in. I guess I really enjoy the ups and downs in pitch and voice as you describe things
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I agree. Jennifer’s videos are educational, fun, and relaxing to watch!
2:43 If you don't have any sand bags, you can substitute a bag of rice. :)
0:44 if in the future you want to make paper with the inside pages of a book, and use that paper you made inside of the upcycled book itself, there's a really good video about the process by NevermindLisa here on youtube where she did it on her 2020 planner!
I love this whole thing. Great use of a worthless book.
Keeping the original end bands was a nice touch, especially because the colors are so nice with the print you did on the cover. A really great project!
This is so neat. Thanks for sharing. I can't wait to see more. Dollar Tree is also a good place to source books for remaking. I like the thrift store books for the older aesthetic but it's sometimes easier to deconstruct a new book. Either way they both make interesting journals/sketchbooks. I once used one for a class project in college and everyone was so impressed I had to teach a few classmates to make their own and make a few for others. The professor was very impressed with us and it went into our grades.
I love love love watching your book makeovers!!
Love the idea of reusing the cover of a book like that!
What I’ve always wondered is, what happens when you’re done using the paper in the book? What if you want to reuse the cover itself and put new pages in it?
I’d love your thoughts or a video on being able to reuse a cover once you’re done using the pages inside and want to replace or add more.
Thanks again for a great video!
Loved that you assessed the paper for reuse and the book for it's value (or lack thereof) to humanity!
Aw heck yeah! I bought some books with this idea in mind a couple years ago with no idea how to actually execute my plan. Thanks Jennifer! :)
Always conflicted: more pages (that might never get used) or 10 like this tutorial (so book is filled & done). What's everyone's sweet spot when it comes to pages?
Small gives the satisfaction of a completed book. There's just something about holding a book that is filled front to back. I also like to use smaller books for projects and themes. It's a bit more manageable for my adhd and perfectionism. I still love big books but I struggle to complete them. I really want one of those 600 page sketchbooks.
@@kriscook2423 i agree, I find it difficult to fill a really big book and sometimes I get frustrated or end up abandoning that book and moving to a smaller one that I feel more comfortable with
Different numbers of pages for different intentions. Do you want a sketchbook to take everywhere with you? Take a smaller sized book with a lot of pages. Do you have an idea for a series of drawings or collages in the same style? Maybe a book with just the right amount of pages would make it a cool project
I used to add more pages cause I felt thick books were more pleasing to the eyes but when it came to actually writting in it I got intimidated and never wrote in them. Now I prefer smaller books like this, I feel more free in it and if I get bored of it I don't have to put up with it for too long!
Another idea could be for a traveler's style book so you can have removable insert books and put them together in a larger cover book. Small book to work, large book to store and be aesthetically pleasing. Cover the inserts in scrapbook paper or gift bags/wrapping paper from dollar tree to make them appealing.
That frozen drinks book looks the perfect size to make a Kindle cover/holder, too.
WOW... I bought that same book in a dollar store as well. I concur that the recipes aren't worth the $1.00 so have been tearing out the pages for collage. I like what you did with the cover so will repurpose it too.
Oooh, this is so smart! I have watched some or your videos as I want to make some watercolor notebooks, but I havent tried yet. But if I have a cover finished and just need to sew it all togehter, I think it will be easier to do! Thanks for sharing!
Very nice! I am glad your recycling books and books need to be Used! Well Done! Thanks!
This is so cute and fun! Now I really want to go to the thrift store and look for some books to turn into sketchbooks! :)
That’s amazing! Good on you…recycle, reuse, reduce…noice!
Great video! I've been playing with up cycling books and I really like the strip of paper that you use to cover the spine. Much nicer finished product! I also love the idea of a one signature book!
The journal turned out great. Really cute
This is such a good projecttt!!! Can't wait to give it a try myself 🙈
So cute! Would the paint hold up on its own or would a layer of mod podge add an extra layer of protection?
i believe she's using a self-sealing paint, but if you aren't using that i think you'd need mod podge
Thank you! This tutorial is EXACTLY what I was looking for. ❤️
I dont know if you would be interested trying something like a junk journal? I couldn't help thinking that you could use some of those recipe pages in one
This was so creative. I learnt something new, thank you 😊
Thank you so much😍This is just what I needed right now😁🤩See ya next time👍
Finally, some good content
Super cute.
Your vision for the cover is spot on.
I just found your videos! They're super helpful. I've been doing coptic stitch book binding for a few years now, but really want to expand my skillset. I did think about & then find a photo of a spine braid - so coptic stitch binding with a braid that goes vertically down the spine as an aesthetic detail. However, I cant find anything on how to do it! Would love a tutorial on that if youre up for it!
This turned out so nicely
So fun, I really enjoyed this!
Excellent transformation! Love your work!
Thank you! I love this upcycled book that you made!
great vid! I’m inspired!🦌💌👍📚
Very good 👍
Just found you. Great tutorial :) thanks
Very cool😃
So cute!! Nice job
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It’s so cute!
Could you do this with a lot more pages?
Where can I find the "Japanese screw punch"?
All my supply links are in the description 😉
Thanks😊
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I have t hat same book
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can i put oil on the japanese punch it feels stiff and wont .. push ..
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Did you put any kind of sealer over the acrylic paint on the covers of the book?
I don’t think she did. She said something about self-sealing patio paint, I think.
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