I agree Andrea. They are wonky and imperfect which is a space that is easier for me to create in! I admire the expensive and beautiful sketchbooks and art journals that other artists work in but I think I'd have a hard time actually using them.
What a great idea...paint the covers! I have spent a lot of time in thrift stores looking for a certain color book cover...what an easy solution.....paint, and then I would distress and add a little grunge.....now why didn't I think of that?! Thanks Pam.....my brain is now in overdrive creating that perfect journal cover......
I only had the idea when I needed a lot of books in a similar color palette for my daughter's wedding. I used craft paint not artist's grade so it wasn't quite as opaque. Let me know if you give it a try.
Because the remains of the removed pages do bother me, I make sure that they fit in between the pages I glue together. Just been prepping a small vintage journal to take with me on holiday in the peace and quiet of the French countryside.
I totally understand what you are saying Chris -- the removed pages can visually change the look and create an unevenness in the book. I bet your journal is lovely though. And the idea of a holiday in the French countryside sounds amazing!
Hello, Hope you are doing well. I was able to get a large book like you have similar to yours and am wondering if you can continue with showing how to prepare this. I can't get my book to lie flat, are you just working on one side at a time? Can you help, with suggestions. I did get one as you have because I thought maybe you would have videos and I could learn what you did and then run with my own ideas. Be well.
Hi Lisa, I'm just wondering how you prepared your vintage book before using it.....did you tear pages out? did you glue pages together to make it sturdier? That is what I do to prepare my vintage books before using them to make art. I generally work on both sides at the same time and the book typically lays fairly flat. I occasionally use binder clips or bull clips to help it lay flat. Hope that helps. Let me know if you have any other questions.
@@pamhemmerling Thank you for replying to me. I didn't rip them out yet as when I opened the book it did not lay flat so, I was thinking that it would not. But you seem to have success with ripping them out and then glueing the pages together. I am going to work on this. I hope you make another video showing us that book. Be well! ♥
@@lisarosemcpherson944 I definitely think it helps to rip out pages and then glue 2 pages together. I've never tried using a vintage book any other way because I like to create lots of layers and the book wouldn't have room for that if I didn't remove pages. Hopefully that will be the case for the book you are working in as well.
May I make a suggestion? If a book is made with signatures, tearing out pages will only result in the other half of the pages falling out. It’s best to use a book with glued-in pages. OR, if you are using a book that has signatures, you can take a ruler, line it up against the attached end of the page, and tear out the rest of the page. This way, about one inch of the signature page that is sewn-in, is still intact. See… ruclips.net/video/YbSgIfqU_LU/видео.htmlsi=msn_XMzmeV8r2jxH
Thanks for sharing all that info Leah--such a great idea for anyone have issues with pages coming out. Your channel seems filled with fun and helpful journal tutorials.
Although not used in this video, I have been wanting to ask what soft pastels would you suggest? So may different ones and just want a small set or a few to begin with.......
My favorites are Sennelier & Unison Soft Pastels because they are so soft but unfortunately, they are also on the pricey side. I also like Rembrandt which is a harder pastel but more affordable. I know it's hard to decide when you don't know how, if, or when you will use them.
@@pamhemmerling thanks for the suggestions, I will definately look into them. You are such a bad influence on me lol. I keep checking your subscriber numbers......you are getting so close to that 1000! Well earned and I am so happy for you.
Thank you for explaining your process! I cant wait to get started!
I'm so glad you found this helpful Roxann! Be sure and let me know how it turns out. Thanks for watching!
That is a wonderful old hardback you found!
I agree! I love the size and paper of the book. I've had it for a while--I'm a bit of a book hoarder!
Hi Pam, there is something very special about these old books. In my.opinion they.make the nicest art journals.👍👍👍
I agree Andrea. They are wonky and imperfect which is a space that is easier for me to create in! I admire the expensive and beautiful sketchbooks and art journals that other artists work in but I think I'd have a hard time actually using them.
You are a wonderful teacher !! Best video I’ve seen about this subject. Thank you so much.
Maryanne, you made my day! So glad you found the video helpful!
What a great idea...paint the covers! I have spent a lot of time in thrift stores looking for a certain color book cover...what an easy solution.....paint, and then I would distress and add a little grunge.....now why didn't I think of that?! Thanks Pam.....my brain is now in overdrive creating that perfect journal cover......
I only had the idea when I needed a lot of books in a similar color palette for my daughter's wedding. I used craft paint not artist's grade so it wasn't quite as opaque. Let me know if you give it a try.
This piece is a visual treasure, a testament to the boundless possibilities of art.big like!
Thanks for your kind words and enthusiasm! I love the idea of boundless possibilities!
Omgosh I’m going to our used book store on my lunch break today to look for a book to do this.
Oh, I hope you do--I love using an old book as an art journal! Let me know if you make one Patti.
Because the remains of the removed pages do bother me, I make sure that they fit in between the pages I glue together. Just been prepping a small vintage journal to take with me on holiday in the peace and quiet of the French countryside.
I totally understand what you are saying Chris -- the removed pages can visually change the look and create an unevenness in the book. I bet your journal is lovely though. And the idea of a holiday in the French countryside sounds amazing!
Love your videos .. thank you❤😊
Thanks so much for watching! I'm glad you are enjoying them--hope they are inspiring you!
Thank you
Thanks for watching Carol! Glad you found the video helpful.
Hello, Hope you are doing well. I was able to get a large book like you have similar to yours and am wondering if you can continue with showing how to prepare this. I can't get my book to lie flat, are you just working on one side at a time? Can you help, with suggestions. I did get one as you have because I thought maybe you would have videos and I could learn what you did and then run with my own ideas. Be well.
Hi Lisa, I'm just wondering how you prepared your vintage book before using it.....did you tear pages out? did you glue pages together to make it sturdier? That is what I do to prepare my vintage books before using them to make art. I generally work on both sides at the same time and the book typically lays fairly flat. I occasionally use binder clips or bull clips to help it lay flat. Hope that helps. Let me know if you have any other questions.
@@pamhemmerling Thank you for replying to me. I didn't rip them out yet as when I opened the book it did not lay flat so, I was thinking that it would not. But you seem to have success with ripping them out and then glueing the pages together. I am going to work on this. I hope you make another video showing us that book. Be well! ♥
@@lisarosemcpherson944 I definitely think it helps to rip out pages and then glue 2 pages together. I've never tried using a vintage book any other way because I like to create lots of layers and the book wouldn't have room for that if I didn't remove pages. Hopefully that will be the case for the book you are working in as well.
May I make a suggestion? If a book is made with signatures, tearing out pages will only result in the other half of the pages falling out. It’s best to use a book with glued-in pages. OR, if you are using a book that has signatures, you can take a ruler, line it up against the attached end of the page, and tear out the rest of the page. This way, about one inch of the signature page that is sewn-in, is still intact. See…
ruclips.net/video/YbSgIfqU_LU/видео.htmlsi=msn_XMzmeV8r2jxH
Thanks for sharing all that info Leah--such a great idea for anyone have issues with pages coming out. Your channel seems filled with fun and helpful journal tutorials.
Although not used in this video, I have been wanting to ask what soft pastels would you suggest? So may different ones and just want a small set or a few to begin with.......
My favorites are Sennelier & Unison Soft Pastels because they are so soft but unfortunately, they are also on the pricey side. I also like Rembrandt which is a harder pastel but more affordable. I know it's hard to decide when you don't know how, if, or when you will use them.
@@pamhemmerling thanks for the suggestions, I will definately look into them. You are such a bad influence on me lol. I keep checking your subscriber numbers......you are getting so close to that 1000! Well earned and I am so happy for you.
@@pamhemmerling update on the Chalk pastels....just ordered a small set of 6 by Sennelier!
@@pambuike4587 Glad to have you tracking me! It is exciting but I also need the 4000 watch hours and I'm only halfway there.
@@pambuike4587 Fingers crossed that you like them! I don't mean to be a bad influence!! Or, well maybe I do!
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That's sweet of you to say.
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Thanks!