Today I am sharing the step-by-step instructions for the Little Women journal I made last month. You could easily turn it into a card instead, though.
I use a cardboard template that I found at Michaels awhile back, but the main size is 9" x 6"
Cut a 9" x 6 " rectangle from cardstock.
Fold in half.
Cover with a 5 3/4" x 4 1/4" piece of scrapbook paper.
Photocopy a picture and quote from a favorite book.
I add a paper frame around the picture, but this is optional.
Glue to front of journal.
Tear around quote.
Dab edges with matching ink pad.
Glue to front of journal.
Cut a 4 1/2" x 1" strip of matching scrapbook paper. Trim top and bottom edges with decorative scissors.
Make small pencil marks at the following measurements (from left to right): 1/4", 1/2", 1 1/4", 1 1/2", 2 1/4", 2 1/2", 3 1/4", 3 1/2", 4 1/4"
With a craft knife, make small slits at the pencil marks.
Thread a 28" length of ribbon through slits, as shown.
Glue ribbon strip to front of journal.
Add stickers or other embellishments.
Bring ribbon around the back of journal and tie a bow on the right side.
Tuck folded sheets of cardstock inside journal for pages to write on. They are not attached in any way, just held in by the ribbon.
I also made a Secret Garden version.
And a recipe journal.
Here are a few other things I made this week:
Toile Christmas tags
Christmas Lace Bookmarks.
Items can be found in my Etsy Shop.
Thank you for taking a look!
~More Homemade Cards~
Paper Craft Fun: Post any kind of paper craft (card, bookmark, tag, banner, journal, etc.) on your blog between now and next week and come sign Mr. Linky. Next Thursday, I will draw two of the names and the winners will receive supplies for a homemade card: blank notecard, envelope, and an assortment of scrapbook paper, stickers (or stamped images), and ribbon. Link back here in your post, so that others will know where to join in the fun, too!
Thank you for stopping by!
I really love your work. You`re an artist.:)
ReplyDeleteShe is a true artist of what she does :)
DeleteYou always blow me away with your work. You are very talented.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the great tutorial! Glad I happened upon your blog sooo cute!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, I love those! WOW you have given me SO many ideas for things to make. lol
ReplyDeleteNow I just need more hours in the day to make them.
Hugs from Marian from the Netherlands
So pretty, very nice work!
ReplyDeleteI think I just fainted from all the excitment of being chosen as one of your winner this week! thank you so much Kelli, for a great blog and all your so inspiring ideas! cheers Krissie
ReplyDeleteLove the toile Christmas tags! Thank you for the tutorial - That's one of my favorite books!
ReplyDeleteManuela
I found you through a friend and am so excited!!! You do great work with so many things! I can't wait to be inspired by you!
ReplyDeletethis is the prettiest thing i've ever seen! you are very talented.
ReplyDeleteYou are talented. I really enjoy coming to look at your site..Inspiring..
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crystal
What a feast for the eyes. These are all just gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteKelli, thank you for sharing the journal tutorial. But I think I am missing something or you are missing something from the instructions? How do you add the pages inside the joournal? Do you glue them in or sew them in or what? I don't believe you mentioned that in the instructions.
ReplyDeleteSuch a nice idea! I think that I'll make one today.
ReplyDelete~Rural Canadian
They are beautiful, Kelli!
ReplyDeleteYes, I was wondering about the pages as well... I guess we could just hot glue a tablet to one side.
ReplyDeleteI don't attach the pages to the inside, but I'm sure there is a way to do it. I fold 4 sheets of cardstock (making 8 pages) and tuck them inside.
ReplyDelete~Kelli
Beautiful job!!! The idea and themes are wonderful.
ReplyDeleteHi Kelli -
ReplyDeleteYour paper crafts are always gorgeous! You have such a creative way of putting them together. Thanks for sharing them with us.
~Adrienne~
It is always fun to see what new card you have to show us.
ReplyDeleteWhat happened to your magazine? Seasonal Delights? I haven't seen anything about it lately. I guess my subscription was up because you sent me back issues.
Mama Bear
Wow, those are beautiful! God has blessed you with such talent :)
ReplyDeleteKelli, you are gifted by God with all these lovely creations! He must delight in your creativity! It is beautiful. I enjoy making things, and having projects. Nothing like having glue and paper and scissors everywhere to make my day! Hahaha.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Debbie
Kelli, I'm in awe over your lovely creations.
ReplyDeleteKathi
Thank you for the tutorial, Kelli. Your work is always so lovely.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful day!
Gina
These are gorgeous! Thanks so much for the tutorial. I'm definitely going to try making one.
ReplyDeleteI apologize for asking dumb questions but if you tuck the 4 folded pages into the journal, don't they fall out? I will sew mine in the center of the fold.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Kelli. I really love your paper crafting.
ReplyDeleteYou always have the cutest cards. I am planning on using your tutorials to make some invites for my family for Thanksgiving. I have a feeling though that you make it look easier than it is! I'll let you know how they turn out. Thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteOh Kelli, they're all beautiful. I especially love the recipe book!
ReplyDeleteMichelle
I love looking at your pictures. I can't wait for 'Show & Tell'. We did your Thanksgiving tree and I included it in my Show & Tell.
ReplyDeleteI think the heavy cardstock helps the pages stay in place. They don't slip at all. I like your idea of sewing them in though.
ReplyDelete~Kelli
I just found you through Storybook Journal, you have lovely ideas and crafts! Great to meet you! Suzie
ReplyDeleteKelli - oh boy...I hate blogger and these perma links. I am sorry, but the first Ceekay is an error and please omit.
ReplyDeleteYou are amazing with your paper crafts!
Hi Kelli - I was visiting Mama Bear and admired her work so decided to pay you a visit. Your work is lovely also.
ReplyDeleteSweetie
Wonderful design and crafting skills. Makes for a beautiful end product.
ReplyDeleteThankyou for sharing and inspiring me.
I am always amazed at all your detail on some of these projects! Very pretty!
ReplyDeleteHi Kelli :) These are so pretty! Miss M will LOVE making a journal like yours will all of the lovely detail. Thanks for sharing! Love, Q
ReplyDeleteThese are absolutely beautiful, Kelli. I especially like the Little Women one. Maybe it's because my name is Jo. (That's what my family has always called me.)
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Charlotte Jo
This is my first visit (of MANY to come!) to your site. It's simply beautiful. Thanks for the tutorial and sharing your beautiful work with us. I'll be back!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful ideas Kelli. I love the threaded ribbon technique. My favorite is the recipe book. Thanks for the clear instructions and inspiration.
ReplyDeleteLindsay
I love seeing your stuff, you are very talented. I always come away from your blog inspired in my homemaking and crafting.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing this tutorial - how wonderful! :)
ReplyDeleteKelli, I love the Little Women, How many times have I said that? I love the receipe journal, what a nice Idea!! I want so to do some of this if I can. But got to get to Hobby lobby first. Thank you so much for sharing.
ReplyDeleteStep by step instructions for one way of binding books.
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Very cute!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat project!
ReplyDeleteI linked to a paper project I just completed tonight...a leaf 'Gratitude Garland.'
Sorry, Kelli-- I accidentally linked my show and tell here first. Yikes. If you can delete it here, please do. Thanks:)
ReplyDeleteLinda C
What a sweet idea, Kelli.
ReplyDeleteI love this! It is so beutiful!! You make me want to be a better artist. I love it. We tryed you valentine (2008) goody bags, and we loved them!
ReplyDeleteWow! I think I am going to try that. In fact I'm workings on it right now! LOL Thanks for the tutorial!
ReplyDeleteTessa