Thursday, April 11, 2013

Make a One Page Book, Inspired by Alisa Golden


What??? Tutorials!

Tutorials are everywhere!  Artists in Blogland has a monthly "Techniques on Tuesday" tutorial going on.  The challenge over at Inspiration Avenue this week is to share a tutorial.   Every Tuesday, Kristin Dudish has been doing a tutorial try-out and inviting others to try it too and link up.  Carolyn Dube's Gelli Plate class is up and running with lots of great tutorials.   So, I decided to do one as well. 

I love books!  As you know, lately I've been loving altering old books.  Recently I got a this book:


and decided to try the simplest one - the X Book!


This was so much fun, and easy to make.  The instructions in Alisa's book are very clear and easy to follow, although I do recommend folding and cutting a blank sheet of paper before doing your project.  To give you a sense of how user-friendly the book is, here is how Alisa portrays the folding and instructions:


Best of all, the book is on sale right now at Amazon!  You can see more on Alisa Golden's website and blog.  

(Here's another You Tube tutorial on the folding process, if you need some more guidance, and a "hands free" one with a slightly different take.)

Of course, I had to add my own spin to it -- adding in journaling cards, inclusions and tags...



Thank you for visiting! I read and treasure every comment and will answer any questions as quickly as I can.  Linking to Paint Party Friday, Art Journal Everyday at Balzer Designs, and Creative Everyday.  Hope to get around to visiting everyone this weekend!
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42 comments:

  1. MariaApril 11, 2013 at 12:30 PM

    Great Book Jessica! That is the same book we made with Pam in our Bustin' Out class at Art-is-You. Great doodles!

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  2. GigglesApril 11, 2013 at 5:11 PM

    Excellent video Jessica, and adorable book...love it!!

    Hugs Giggles

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  3. Carolyn DubeApril 11, 2013 at 5:12 PM

    I think you have the book making bug! :)

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  4. dentheApril 11, 2013 at 10:49 PM

    Oh wow, this is great. Thanks for the tips!

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  5. Renee DowlingApril 11, 2013 at 11:48 PM

    Jessica, thank you for the great doodle ideas and the little book making tips. I have made this type of booklet with my students, but never made them so fancy and creative. Hmmm, those would make great little gifts! I have a tonne of orphan earrings! What a fun name and use for them! I've really enjoyed your last two videos. The one with you at the conference telling us about how you got started as an artist was inspiring! Thanks for sharing your ideas and stories!

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  6. Marja's Stamp Addiction en Marja's CreativityApril 12, 2013 at 3:15 AM

    Thanks Jessica for this great totorial. Sure I will make one.
    lovely greet
    Marja

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  7. Valerie-JaelApril 12, 2013 at 8:11 AM

    Fun project! Valerie

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  8. Judy SheaApril 12, 2013 at 8:33 AM

    I love that little gem of a book. What fun to make. Ok, who did the camera work? Was that Samy or Freddie? You're adorable. Miss you.

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  9. www.dorissdaughter.comApril 12, 2013 at 8:55 AM

    Fantastic idea, thanks for sharing, this would make a lovely gift

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  10. VictoriaApril 12, 2013 at 9:10 AM

    Wow..so fantastic..totally enchanting..stunning work..it is so exciting to create your own treasure in this way! Brilliant..and thanks for the vid!
    Happy PPF
    Victoria

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  11. aimeeApril 12, 2013 at 2:17 PM

    it turned out great! I love handmade books :)

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  12. sharonApril 12, 2013 at 2:48 PM

    Love the book and video, have bookmarked this so I can come back with paper ready to follow the tutorial.

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  13. ErikaApril 12, 2013 at 3:50 PM

    Thank you for sharing, dear Jessica! It is a pleasure to see you at work. Happy PPF and hugs
    Erika

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  14. Ayala ArtApril 12, 2013 at 4:48 PM

    Great video! Thanks for sharing, and the book turned out awesome! I made a very simple blank book last year and it was fun, but I still need to paint it! I think I want to make something a bit more complex, yet easy.
    So inspiring!

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  15. FayeApril 12, 2013 at 4:54 PM

    Loved you video on making the book, Jessica. I can't wait to try it. Yours turned out so neat!

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  16. AnonymousApril 12, 2013 at 5:42 PM

    Love these doodles on our book Jessica. You are so good at the videos, you are a natural. xox

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  17. Irene RafaelApril 12, 2013 at 6:42 PM

    i love that you created this video. it gives me courage to try some time. the book is so much fun.

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  18. TreceApril 12, 2013 at 6:53 PM

    I had to go over and over it. It didn't click until I saw it folded/unfolded with numbered pages. THANKS!!! I love your spin on it, and I believe I shall try adding things to mine, also.

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  19. Tracey FKApril 12, 2013 at 8:44 PM

    I am going to add that book to my wish list so thanks for the recommendations... I would love to get in and do some book making... just need some extra hours in the day...xx

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  20. GlorV1April 12, 2013 at 9:50 PM

    What a great video. You made it seem so easy. Your book looks great. Thanks a lot for the tutorial. Happy PPF!

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  21. ChristineApril 12, 2013 at 10:50 PM

    Something like this would be great for school projects too, I'm thinking. It's beautiful.

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  22. GinnyApril 12, 2013 at 11:05 PM

    I really enjoyed your tutorial. The book looks great and I am sure would be fun to make.

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  23. Abigail DavidsonApril 12, 2013 at 11:44 PM

    What a great project idea! Now I'm really inspired to try this myself! The video and folding instructions definitely help.

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  24. ElisaApril 13, 2013 at 4:24 AM

    what a beautiful book jessica! Makes me excited to create one too! thank you for sharing!

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  25. JKWApril 13, 2013 at 7:44 AM

    This is exciting. I love the look of the book. Blessings, Janet PPF

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  26. DeannaApril 13, 2013 at 8:03 AM

    Beautiful little book, I love the added little sparkle on the front cover. Thank you for the well wishes for my interview, I think it went well and will keep everyone posted!

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  27. Lynda WoodApril 13, 2013 at 9:58 AM

    I borrowed Alisa Golden's book from the library recently. Fabulous book - wonderfully clear instructions and so many different book styles. I made some flexagons for my children - they thought I was really clever!

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  28. Tam HessApril 13, 2013 at 12:27 PM

    What a great book! I love tutorials....I used to make decos all the time. Heard of those? Thanks for sharing and thanks for your awesome comments! :)

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  29. UnknownApril 13, 2013 at 3:22 PM

    Thank you for taking time to do the video. I love altered books also. My first book i cut a heart thru the middle of the pages i didn't tear out. And glued those with the heart pages together. It is great to know others enjoy it too! please keep sharing!

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  30. DVArtistApril 13, 2013 at 4:49 PM

    Great Page and thanks for the tut.
    Nicole/Beadwright

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  31. RitaApril 13, 2013 at 5:21 PM

    What a great book, such fun! Some day I'd like to try this, too...when I can find the time. Thanks!
    Rita

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  32. MichellemApril 13, 2013 at 6:40 PM

    Very fun - I've got to give this a try! Thanks for the video. . .

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  33. Joy MurrayApril 13, 2013 at 9:54 PM

    Great tutorial. Thanks for sharing it. I love handmade books and yours really reflect your personality. Love the cover on the first one. I think that's the title of my life story : What?

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  34. minnemieApril 13, 2013 at 10:07 PM

    What a fun booklet! Thanks for the tutorial - I think we'll try it!

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  35. PauletteApril 14, 2013 at 7:25 AM

    This is great! I love the doodling....and what a great way to use journaling cards, too! Thanks for sharring!

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  36. UnknownApril 14, 2013 at 8:07 AM

    What a great idea + so easy to do! Thank you for sharing the process - I loved your book + your doodles were beautiful
    Cheers,
    Kirstin
    (p.s. thank you for leaving such lovely comments on my PPF painting! I greatly appreciate it!)

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  37. Sheryl HastingsApril 14, 2013 at 11:22 AM

    Fun project! Thanks for sharing! Stopping by from Cat Like Curiosity.

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  38. Sarah LeonardApril 14, 2013 at 11:28 AM

    This looks like a fantastic idea and would make a great gift too :)

    Thanks for linking up!

    Sarah @ A Cat-Like Curiosity

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  39. DianneApril 14, 2013 at 11:01 PM

    totally awesome video! I was going "wait, wait, don't cover up that wonderful doodling!" but the inclusions are really cool when it's done. what a fast and easy little book! happy PPF!

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  40. Ilona HeimböckelApril 15, 2013 at 3:09 PM

    Thank you for sharing this book-knowledge! :-)
    I have bought a book about book-making but haven't got to it yet. This "easy" book might be a good way to start.
    It looks fantastic!

    Happy belated PPF!

    Ilona

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  41. AnonymousApril 17, 2013 at 12:04 PM

    I love books too, thanks for a wonderful video!

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  42. Lynn CohenMay 1, 2013 at 9:43 AM

    So glad I signed up for your newsletter, as it brought me to your video and then back to your blog. Now I have a project I can do with my arty 8 year old grand kids! Also enjoyed seeing/meeting you "close up"! How I'd love to meet you in person one day!

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