I think I've watched this video about five times already, I enjoy it so much. Today I'm finally using this technique on my own. Thank you for the lovely tutorial, wish me luck!
Oh I seriously just love all this!! My current Bible is only a few months old and so I haven’t gotten there yet, but my previous Bible was well loved with just tons of notes and highlights and art and more art. I painted the cover and drew some Annie Vallotton figures on it front and back but it didn’t occur to do this!! I especially love the window! Well, my newest is about to be transformed! I am artistically inspired, and thank you!
Your cover came out great and the sample page you showed was amazing. I'd like to see more as you work in it, if it's not too personal. I love the idea, but I'm not great at drawing and painting. I love that you can still read the scripture through the watercolor paint. Just gorgeous and truly inspirational. Love it.
This is great and provided me with a lovely way I could preserve my NIV Study Bible that is severely worn. Since this Bible contains years of notes and info, and was a gift from my father - I really wanted to be able to preserve it without having to transfer everything over to a new Bible. Discovering what paint medium I could use inside for highlighting was an added bonus. Thank you for sharing this project.
I have a tip. When doing that base layer of paint mix the paint with glue. Like three to one paint to glue. The paint will be less opaque, but any tissue that is loose will be stuck down.
Love it! I was mesmerized watching you create this work of art. I cant wait to try it. It was interesting the three colors you used to get the final color. Wow!!
an easier & quicker way to do the tissue paper is to crumble it really well & smooth it out somewhat; apply it in one piece & it still gives a leather-like texture
You have created a beautiful, permanent cover that will protect the artwork and the bible within. I use similar techniques to create similar effects, and I very much like this one and will be trying it soon. TFS. To address previous comments, there certainly is a difference between the single-sheet technique and this one, particularly if using a medium-to-thin chipboard cover.
what a beautiful book cover you have made for your creative Bible. i really would like to try this technique. thank you for teaching this to us Sandy : )
Nice detailed instruction, & I appreciate your comments on what worked & didn't work for you...very helpful that. I feel a lot more confident that I can do this. Thank you for sharing this!
I am at the moment working on a book for someone special and needs to cover the cover of the book. This video helped me a lot and I am glad I found it. Thank you
So I've done this before exact same effect. I mixed my white paint with the adhesive and used a hard brush and stippled. So enjoyable to do. Probably doesn't matter how it's done, just give it a go. PS love your work Sandy❤️❤️💙
worth experimenting for.... a preliminary/primary layer of matte medium or clear Gesso before adding the inks may help prevent seep through, looks awesome, love all the wrinkles!
Looks great clove PPA. My sister worked for USARTQUEST and I started using it over 20 years ago. A good thing is it is flexible when dry so works well on the bendy parts of the spine.
Just found your cover video today...it looks wonderful! Thanks also for the information about the PPA, Distress Glaze and Hydrus. I don't have much access to "stuff" here in Tasmania, so rely on comments from users like you to help ensure my online ordering and postage costs are well spent! Di xx
Your book came out just beautiful! I love the PPA glue. I like that it dries with a mat finish. I use it on a lot of things such as gluing a paper die cut to a foam die cut, for dimension. I always manage to use too much glue and it never shows. I pretty much use it for anything that gloss glue would show up on. It does not work on foil die cuts though. When it gets on the foil, it will not come off and the flat area sticks out like a sore thumb. Thanks for the video. I enjoyed seeing the technique and how pretty your Bible turned out.
This is so cool! I don't know if I'll be able to apply the concepts to a leather Bible, but I don't regret watching this whole video at all. You are a fantastic artist :)
I used your technique to cover a cheap plastic executive portfolio to look like monster skin. It's just perfect for our Dungeons and Dragons groups map maker. Thanks very much for your video.
I like your verse, Ps 139:14 I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well. Verses 13-16 are are among my favorite verses in the Bible. Love the look, its beautiful!
Sandy, I have been following you for years and I think this was one of your first videos. Could you share how your cover is holding up? Thank you so much!
Sandy, when I was experimenting with the faux leather look many years ago I used poster board to try techniques before applying to my book. I tried different colors until I decided what I liked. Also experimented with different glues. I love your videos and this one was great too! P.S. It is so wonderful to watch Christian artists on RUclips and am glad I found you.
I think I've watched this video about five times already, I enjoy it so much. Today I'm finally using this technique on my own.
Thank you for the lovely tutorial, wish me luck!
WOW!!!! A superbly made video - great information tips & tricks, BEAUTIFULLY done!!! Love love LOVE!!!
What a dynamite new book. Wishing you lots of enjoyment in the journal use.
Oh I seriously just love all this!! My current Bible is only a few months old and so I haven’t gotten there yet, but my previous Bible was well loved with just tons of notes and highlights and art and more art. I painted the cover and drew some Annie Vallotton figures on it front and back but it didn’t occur to do this!! I especially love the window! Well, my newest is about to be transformed! I am artistically inspired, and thank you!
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Your cover came out great and the sample page you showed was amazing. I'd like to see more as you work in it, if it's not too personal. I love the idea, but I'm not great at drawing and painting. I love that you can still read the scripture through the watercolor paint. Just gorgeous and truly inspirational. Love it.
This is great and provided me with a lovely way I could preserve my NIV Study Bible that is severely worn. Since this Bible contains years of notes and info, and was a gift from my father - I really wanted to be able to preserve it without having to transfer everything over to a new Bible. Discovering what paint medium I could use inside for highlighting was an added bonus. Thank you for sharing this project.
love the texture and color
I have a tip. When doing that base layer of paint mix the paint with glue. Like three to one paint to glue. The paint will be less opaque, but any tissue that is loose will be stuck down.
You did an amazing creative craft!!
Love it! I was mesmerized watching you create this work of art. I cant wait to try it. It was interesting the three colors you used to get the final color. Wow!!
an easier & quicker way to do the tissue paper is to crumble it really well & smooth it out somewhat; apply it in one piece & it still gives a leather-like texture
Great idea.
i agree and saw this video now and was about to make this suggestion
Sandy, that is beautiful!!
Simply Beautiful! Gotta try this, thanks for sharing!
You have created a beautiful, permanent cover that will protect the artwork and the bible within. I use similar techniques to create similar effects, and I very much like this one and will be trying it soon. TFS. To address previous comments, there certainly is a difference between the single-sheet technique and this one, particularly if using a medium-to-thin chipboard cover.
Wow! Thank you for this, Sandy. This was a great tutorial, with a beautiful result. Thank you, again, for sharing your creativity with us.
I love the cover. I have a box of old books that need to have this done. I also like the illustration on the inside page. Very nice job.
Turned out beautifully!
Thank you for the items listed in your description. I found a huge sale of various items and can't wait to get them.
what a beautiful book cover you have made for your creative Bible. i really would like to try this technique. thank you for teaching this to us Sandy : )
So neat! Love this. I made Halloween decor with some old books. They turned out very similar to this only black and dark. Lol
Cool!
Painting the pages of the bible is genius!
Nice detailed instruction, & I appreciate your comments on what worked & didn't work for you...very helpful that. I feel a lot more confident that I can do this. Thank you for sharing this!
Very creative and beautiful!
beautiful！！so well done！
Loved and enjoyed watching this beautiful ideas 💡 😍 ❤
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I am at the moment working on a book for someone special and needs to cover the cover of the book. This video helped me a lot and I am glad I found it. Thank you
That was impressive .. thank you very much for showing us how to create that beauty .. will sure give it a try ..thanks again!
Great cover work technique. Outstanding result.
Wow!incredibly beautiful Sandy.I CERTAINLY will be watching.MIXED MEDIA WORKS FOR YOU AS WELL...SHOCKER!!! You Aced It...
So I've done this before exact same effect. I mixed my white paint with the adhesive and used a hard brush and stippled. So enjoyable to do. Probably doesn't matter how it's done, just give it a go. PS love your work Sandy❤️❤️💙
worth experimenting for.... a preliminary/primary layer of matte medium or clear Gesso before adding the inks may help prevent seep through, looks awesome, love all the wrinkles!
Looks great clove PPA. My sister worked for USARTQUEST and I started using it over 20 years ago. A good thing is it is flexible when dry so works well on the bendy parts of the spine.
I'm proud of your results....look just like real leather....i have a heavy magazine i think i will try this on Thanks
it will last for years and years with all the layers of tissue you used! bravo on time well spent. as another post said 'with scripture' :)
This is beautiful Sandy! Hope to try it soon - just need to find an appropriate book.
This project is absolutely amazing!!!!!!! You should be very proud of this book. Love watching all of your videos. Have a safe and happy Christmas!!!!
What a lovely way to spend time in scripture.
This is so beautiful! I think the yellow was a great decision.
looks great. well done!!
I really like that surface.
love love love that cover!!! I want to do a cover for my art journal and might do just that!
Just found your cover video today...it looks wonderful! Thanks also for the information about the PPA, Distress Glaze and Hydrus. I don't have much access to "stuff" here in Tasmania, so rely on comments from users like you to help ensure my online ordering and postage costs are well spent! Di xx
Absolutely beautiful! I can't wait to see more of your faith journaling, as you go along with this project!
I used Tandy's leather stain on the book I made and it really gave the end product an aged finish, worth a look see
This is beautiful
This turned out so great. Would enjoy watching more mixed media projects, if you are so inclined. All of your work is beautiful.
Just a Lovely job!!!
Your book came out just beautiful! I love the PPA glue. I like that it dries with a mat finish. I use it on a lot of things such as gluing a paper die cut to a foam die cut, for dimension. I always manage to use too much glue and it never shows. I pretty much use it for anything that gloss glue would show up on. It does not work on foil die cuts though. When it gets on the foil, it will not come off and the flat area sticks out like a sore thumb. Thanks for the video. I enjoyed seeing the technique and how pretty your Bible turned out.
Ohhh thank you for the tip- that actually helps with a project I’m doing
That looks Awesome! I'm working on changing the looks of an old Family Bible I bought at a used book store for $5.00. Thanks for the tips.
I love what you did. I will give this a try.
This is so cool! I don't know if I'll be able to apply the concepts to a leather Bible, but I don't regret watching this whole video at all. You are a fantastic artist :)
Thanks so much!
I used your technique to cover a cheap plastic executive portfolio to look like monster skin. It's just perfect for our Dungeons and Dragons groups map maker. Thanks very much for your video.
+nachojones1 cool idea!
black and brown with gold and copper give a very nice look.
I had doubts when you first started this but the result is wonderful!
awesome possum!!! beautiful
Starting this project today with a hymnal! So excited. Thank you for this video.
So beautiful. I’m thrilled to have found your video, thank you!!
Beautiful! Very inspiring.
this is absolutely beautiful !!!!
Awesome technique! I will definitely make one of these. Thanks for sharing.
GORGEOUS!!!!!!
❤ love it. Well done.
Gorgeous Sandy. Love this.
great project! Love this idea. I will have to try this out sometime! Sandy the cover turned out wonder. TFS 💜😀
Very nice Sandy. Thank you.
What a good idea!
Absolutely spectacular!
TRES ET, TRES BEAU MADAME MERCI POUR VOTRE EFORD
I love this you should do more mix media !! Thank you! May you and your family have a bless Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!
Very Nice!
Beautiful!!
I like your verse, Ps 139:14
I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well. Verses 13-16 are are among my favorite verses in the Bible. Love the look, its beautiful!
beautiful job ....wow! thank you
Beautiful! Truly inspiring!
Beautiful job! Thank You for posting!
Absolutely beautiful,,,,,,
absolutely beautiful!
Wonderful technique - love the idea of using the Bible.
This is brilliant! Thanks for sharing
Beautifully done! Thank you for sharing!
what a great job! I am a faith journaler and this is just beautiful! Enjoy your endeavor!
Love your book! Thank you
Turned out great! TFS! xo
Totally stunning
That looks amazing. Great job!
Sandy, I have been following you for years and I think this was one of your first videos. Could you share how your cover is holding up? Thank you so much!
Susan King I sure wish she had responded to you!! Hey, Folks! Has anyone else tried this? Can anyone else give us input on this??
Thank you for sharing ann
I really appreciate you sharing. I love the result. Well done. Liked and subscribed.
this is one of my favorite techniques. I use it on some of my photo albums!!
Sarah Longshore uiii
Sandy, when I was experimenting with the faux leather look many years ago I used poster board to try techniques before applying to my book. I tried different colors until I decided what I liked. Also experimented with different glues. I love your videos and this one was great too! P.S. It is so wonderful to watch Christian artists on RUclips and am glad I found you.
great end product :) love this
Oh Sandy, this is just fabulous!!! I sure hope you continue to share your faithbook/Bible journaling!! :-)
thank you for your time
Awesome! God bless you!
You should be very happy with this because it makes me ecstatic with the beauty!
I just wanted to let u know the paper source has book binding tape "stuff" also PVA glue. I love the look u got. I'm deff gonna have to try it.
Thank you! Very nice work:)
wow - beautiful!
LOVE this!
Love it.... and Blessing to you, Thank you for sharing