Altered Book TUTORIAL

[@whitneydahlberg4328]

I watched Carol Duvall all the time too! I seriously attribute my life path to Carol! My mom and I were so sad when she passed.

[@1jmass]

I have great memories of the Carol Duvall Show. That is where we first met a young guy from Ranger named Tim Holtz. How far he has come since those early days.

[@TameraSlattery]

OMGOODNESS I used to watch Carol Duvall also she was great We must be about the same age !!! Have a great day God Bless You and all you do for everyone and for the special care you give your Mom I wish more people had a caring heart like you this world would be a better place !!!

[@cherylobrien3206]

Hello Irene. Thank you for your wonderful videos. I love your gentle, caring voice. I lost my mother 15 years ago to Alzheimer's after caring for her at home for several years. I've heard you mention other phases your mother is going through and I am familiar with all of them. It takes a special person to care for someone with Alzheimer and it is especially difficult when it is a parent. Stay strong and remember to take care of yourself. You will never regret the sacrifices I know you are making to care for your mother. Take care and God Bless.

[@craftyirina]

Thank you so much for your heartfelt kind words! This disease is horrific! Crafting is my therapy .. Otherwise I would have lost it by now .. I think????? She's an Angel .. Has had a very hard life .. Concentration camp survivor.. Was gathered up with all the Jewish families .. 4 years later liberated by the American Soldiers .. Made a lot of sacrifices to make life better .. So to get this in her golden years is so cruel! But..her life is in Gods hands .. I'm only the caretaker .. I do my best.😊 thank you again for stopping by! It means more than words can express! 😘

[@jean1426]

I just found this channel and I am remembering all of the things you talk about at the beginning!! I loved Carol Duvall. I wish HGTV would have crafting videos again. Teen Beat and Tiger Beat were my fave too!!!

[@kandrews6356]

OMGosh... I can't believe you remember Carol Duvall... she one of the crafters who got me started. LOVE her! Thank you for sharing that moment. :o)

[@maryannewatson2393]

Super!! I started making altered books years, many years ago, and even did the good old round robins before utube , pinterest, etc. In those years we used books with sewn signatures... What an accident waiting to happen. Your tutorial makes me want to make an altered book again. So... here I go, rip, rip, rip, fold, fold, fold. thanks for sharing.

[@cheryldemarco1407]

You brought back some fun memories for me. Remember when Carol Duval used to host her HGTV show with Tim Holtz when he was young and just starting out? Your videos are the best!!

[@jodymcknight187]

Wow . Today was my lucky day. I happened to stumble across your KZbin channel. Boy did you being back some memories I also loved teen, oh and dolly. You must be an amazing person to still care for your mum ❤️ 💕 It takes a lot to do this. I loved the technique you used thank you for sharing. I am now following you and will try and binge your KZbin channel Blessed be Jody❤

[@donnakelso7204]

I just found you and I love your tutorials. God bless you and your Mom, I pray for strength for you.

[@PaperPlaywithJulieK]

Thanks for sharing. So happy that you are back making videos again. I just love listening to you talk.

[@AFREEME22]

This is my current favorite method of making a journal! It takes more time but they are BEAUTIFUL!!! TFS,!!!

[@kathyn3978]

I just found this video and it’s exactly what I was looking for...and more. Back in the day I collaged glossy photos of David McCallum & the Beatles on the walls in my room so I might be a tad older LOL. But Carol Duvall and Aleene on tv?!? They beat out soap operas in our house! Thanks for sharing your love and your memories. Hugs to you in losing your mum. Mine passed away 25 yrs ago from a stroke. I miss her everyday and art journaling is my new therapy in retirement.

[@mom2triplets04]

Love the idea of sewing the pages before and then gluing them in. Never thought to do that was wondering how they did that. Thanks for sharing this.

[@susanbroussardelliott2754]

Oh how I wish Aleene and Carol Duvall were still available on tv now!! I used to love watching any craft show that would come on! I remember my room being "wallpapered" with the hotties out of Teen Beat and Tiger Beat!! LOL! Great memories! Thanks for your tutorial - very helpful and fun!! :)

[@Jana-TheCraftyGambler]

Susan Broussard, I had my room full of the teen beat and Tiger beat posters as well Leif Garrett was my big crush and I can remember the very day I discovered these magazines and saw him for the very first time.

[@misslily326]

Her old shows are on you tube

[@LilCraftyNook]

My fave mag was Tiger Beat!! I still have an issue somewhere!? 😜 David and Shaun as well as the Osmonds!!🥰 Thank you so much for this!! I’m going to start on a combination guest book/album for my wedding in Jan!! So sorry to hear about your mom. You’re an awesome daughter!! Bless you!🙌🏻☺️

[@SaviourJoseph-ry4iu]

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[@twylahcampbell2277]

I’ve been wanting to make a book exactly like this but I couldn’t find a tutorial that had all the factors I wanted to incorporate and also find a tutorial that showed each step…until literally just now I found you! Your voice is pleasant enough to listen to and your books have all the elements that I want to incorporate into my journal and your explanations are well thought out, nicely executed step-by-step and easy to understand AND you have examples of EVERY stage you are explaining!!! You have made an instant fan and gained a new subscriber. Thank you for sharing

[@marynovotny514]

Shaun Cassidy was my FAVORITE!!! I had his pictures glued all over my room! Also watched Carol! Thanks for the tutorial and the memories!

[@adacooper6425]

Good ol' Carol Duval!! I watched her when I was a new mom!! I loved that show!! Now we have KZbin which is even better!!! Thanks for all the great tips and "show and tell". You're a great teacher!!

[@BevStorer]

Thank you. Your tutorial was short, sweet and to the point. Thank you for taking your valuable time to show all of us how to alter a book. You are an angel. You, your family and your mom are in my thoughts. God bless!

[@SaviourJoseph-ry4iu]

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[@lorenaalonso2820]

Beautiful to watch, and how you explain so easily to understand thank you.

[@jlstrick1]

Carol Duvall Show was awesome! Great memories you brought up here!

[@EarthlyJoys-LMG]

Hmmm I think we are the same age....I had Sean Cassidy pinned to my wall! Lovely altered journal techniques, enjoyed your video.

[@lottiefaith6935]

Thank you for sharing this. Teen Beat, Shawn Cassidy, Tiger Beat, plastering my walls with Peter Frampton pictures and filling up books with his stories and pictures....those were the good ole days. : )

[@ilovetobemom]

thank you for caring for your Mom, blessings to you

[@stacylinn3102]

This was an extremely helpful tutorial for me! And I've watched many🥰 I love how you did the sewing and then glued the pages down!! Thanks for sharing

[@maineiacts]

THANK YOU IRENE!!!GOD BLESS YOUR SWEET HEART!🌹🌹🌹💗💗💗😇😇😇🙏🌲

[@LynneWilliams101]

THANK YOU so much for this detailed tutorial. I can't wait to get a book and start. Awww the days of David Cassidy and Bobby Sherman :)

[@LynneWilliams101]

I have found the book, torn out the pages, glued pages and sewn the designer paper. Just waiting for the glued pages to dry to glue in the designer paper. Thank you so much Irene! hugs xxx

[@craftyirina]

+Lynne Williams .. So exciting!!! Can't wait to see your end result! Hugzzz... Irene

[@annkathy257]

I found your channel/video through the JJJ feed. This video has improved the quality of my life! 😉 Timeless! Thank you for sharing your technique, my confidence level is so much more improved. 💗💕

[@silverpromidi]

Hi Irene, love listening to you explain things in your tutorials, and that tip on sewing the decorative paper to a page and then gluing ... wowsers :) trust all is well with you and your family

[@SaviourJoseph-ry4iu]

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[@LindaLap]

What a great idea to sew the paper and add it to the book. The pages are beautiful! I am at the cabin and watching videos on the TV. I can't comment on there and to post on my computer takes forever. I just want you to know I am out here watching and you are keeping me company this cold rainy night in the North Woods. Hugs, Linda

[@craftyirina]

Hiiii Linda!!!! How are you ???? Think of you often and keeping you in my prayers! Miss seeing you on vid ... Mom loves seeing Sophie 💕 I play your vids for her on auto play .. Thank you for stopping by and watching my vid ! Tight sweet hugzzzz to you ! Mama and i😘

[@leiannalogan4197]

Hello, Irene! You brought back memories talking about Teen Beat Magazine and Carole Duvaul!! I used to watch her also. My memory is of having a "clear" skateboard when I was 13 years old, and I taped a picture of Leif Garrett to the bottom facing up, so that I could see him. First crush was Donny Osmond.... second crush was Leif Garrett. Keep up the great videos.

[@meghaathnikar5445]

Loved your lavish style,they look pretty,💟💖

[@benitaguzman541]

I use to watch Donna Dewberry and Aleenes Crafting.. and I loved Teen Beat and Tiger Beat. I loved All those magazines. WOW. Thanks for Sharing 😊👍 I had posters of Robby Benson.😍

[@theresasarvis2751]

Bless your sweet care of your mama♥️🙏🏼We did the same with my mother in law until her passing in 2021.

[@rfranksensey]

Irina!!!!! We miss your videos! You are the queen of altered books!

[@PamVanEeJournalMaker]

Love this! Very clear instructions. I remember Carol Duval, also! I wish they had a craft channel today. Tfs!!😊

[@SaviourJoseph-ry4iu]

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[@maureennevers9039]

Finally! A clear, simple, easy tutorial on how to alter a book. Your explanation was so understandable, and I loved seeing the examples. I can think of so many ways to customize this process for various purposes. Thank you!

[@SaviourJoseph-ry4iu]

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[@jeanettegibbs9148]

Absolutely love your tutorials,you are a natural-teacher,thank you so much and God Bless you for looking after your mum,there is a special place in heaven for people like you!! Xx

[@craftyirina]

Jeanette Gibbs .. thank you sooo much for your very kind words! Mama went to heaven Dec 31, 2016. May she Rest In Paradise .. miss her like crazy! 😘💕😘 Thank you for your continued support of me and my channel! 😘💕😘

[@CraftyLinnieP]

Thanks Irene for showing us how you do your sewn pages. It's always good to learn new techniques. Big hugs.Linda

[@heatherproctor7676]

Thank you so much for sharing how you start your altered book journals and the sewing! I love to watch your videos and see the beautiful journals you create.

[@tripletgirl2484]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience in altering books. I'd like to try this and you've saved me a ton of trial and error time. My sister let me know about your channel! I really appreciate the practical no nonsense way you present your tutorials.

[@ruthburr1951]

Brilliant Tutorial Irene, thanks so much for sharing your technique with us. I hope when people do try this out that they will give you the credit for their inspiration. big hugs.

[@SaviourJoseph-ry4iu]

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[@Bluebird_Legacy]

This was helpful to me, because I was searching how to make an Altered Book, and your video came up. Thanks for sharing.

[@orch712]

Please come back. Really miss you. And I bet I am not the only one. You are an awesome craft teacher.

[@nancyw2686]

Thank you for sharing. Your Mum obviously raised you to be very caring. Mums are very precious.

[@kjs3342]

Thank you for this tutorial. I want to make a junk journal but for some reason am intimidated and say no I'll just do project life journal/book. I love these so much though - I'm going to give it a try. Thanks for giving a great tutorial. Hope all is well and you are back doing crafty tutorials. I miss you and your craftiness being on You Tube. Best Wishes.

[@andirozdzynski4077]

Absolutely beautiful! Very helpful and informative! Thank you so much for sharing your tips and tricks with us! The Carol Duvall Show, I loved watching that show!!! Hugs and blessings to you and mom! Andi

[@donna6516]

Ahhh, Carol Duvall -- a blast from the past! The timing of finding your video was wonderful. I just tried making my first book for altering (I've bound books from scratch or used Dylusions journals in the past), chose a book that had stitched signatures rather than the "perfect binding" (that's what the industry calls it) that you recommend and I didn't tear out enough pages. The results was lumpy, wrinkly and practically impossible to work on. I'll be stopping at the dollar store or thrift shop and looking for the perfect bound books. Thank you again -- and strength to you in carrying the care of your mother. THAT is a labor of love!

[@pattimcclelland6635]

I remember Carol Duval, Teen Beat, and Shaun Cassidy. My sister went to our first concert and it was SHAUN CASSIDY. Quite honestly, Shaun was her favorite. My was Parker Stevenson. .... Girl you just took me WAYYYYY BACK!😃

[@nadinehanken3807]

God Bless you. I am keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you for sharing your inspirational technique ❤

[@maryannschuetz5155]

OMG, Carol Duvall & all those cute cute boys!!! This is a fantastic tut. I appreciate all the time you put into your videos.

[@dawnvaliquet6631]

Thank you so much that was so much help love your journals .Also sending prayers for your mom and for your family to give you the strength you need to care for you sweet mom 😊

[@moxie3972]

So happy for your video! I have looked all over the place but your tutorials are the ones I needed-i like this style, it's how I planned in my head but really wanted to see it done first! I am starting today thanks to you and your video!

[@bowiespace]

I watched Carol Duvall when she did crafting in Toledo, Ohio for the store Anderson’s. I loved her as a kid!

[@debbiestherapy]

You are so gracious to share your technique! I loved teen beat and Tiger beat too, 😉

[@marcijlo]

You inspire me so Irina! I come here to refresh my memory of how to! Thank you! 🦋💙🦋

[@brookejones405]

Thank you for posting these videos! You've taught me so much:) I hope you & your family are well.. it's been a while.. sending love and Prayers! 💕

[@pamfrank3962]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge and tips. This is a very good method which produces a much more esthetic journal..and seems more durable.

[@deborahring7564]

Lovely journal making process!! Really enjoyed your how to vid. I am really sorry to hear about your mom having Alzheimers type dementia....my gram had that and I know how things can be...prayers to you and you mom. ox

[@JunkJournalsToHoldYourMemories]

I watched Carol Duvall also!! Miss her! Thanks for sharing. I plan to give this a try!

[@dayzmama]

I love Carol Duvall and watched her all the time!! I attribute my love of working with paper to her. Thanks for bringing back a wonderful memory! Would love to see her shows again. Blessings to you! (I love YOUR shows as well!)

[@craftyhodges]

LOL...oh the memories you evoked!! TFS, Joanne

[@sandrakenslow9540]

I remember Carol Duvall. Thanks for the memories.

[@joannalewis9441]

I love all of your videos, thanks. I too loved Carol D and Aleenes, watched faithfully and really miss those shows... and as far as tiger beat, Shaun Cassidy and Scott Baio were everything to me lol I understand all too well about caring for someone with Alzheimer’s, sending best wishes.

[@mymartinez3830]

I LOVE THIS TUTORIAL!!!! I am making my first altered book today! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@melodystrahan7161]

Shaun Cassidy, Parker Stevenson, Leif Garrett...yup. They were all over my bedroom walls! lol I enjoyed the videos very much. Thanks for the tips! It never occurred to me to start from the back. Duh...solves many problems!

[@HooliganMomma]

I love you so much with your rememberance of "Teen Beat" and Shaun Cassidy...I too was a fan of both..Shaun Cassidy poster in my room..I used to cut up the TV Guide all the time ...mostly cutting out my favorite movies or shows...ha! Thank you for the that walk down memory lane!!! You're fantastic!!! xo

[@IamSonia1881]

Gorgeous! 💕 Thanks for sharing!

[@endurapuppy]

Love your video tutorial! I have done all the gluing. Tried different glues and glue stick lays the flattest, but love how the other wet glues give the pages character. You and your Mom are always in my prayers. I always look so forward to watching all of your videos, your voice is so perfect and very relaxing. Hugs, Cindy Lou

[@vickirice3653]

Thank you so much for this concise and clear tutorial! It's all new to me, so I am soaking up as much information as I can! I love the finished look you have shown.

[@adrinem4513]

Thanks so much for referring me to this video! I've got it figured out now! I'm also a Carol Duvall fan. I would record her shows & never missed a one. Now I wish I had saved those tapes because the links to all her show & written projects I had written down are no longer available😞. However I am also a big fan of your style & tutorials. You are so thorough & so willing to share everything that you use & that is very helpful especially to someone like me who is rather new to this. I did do a lot of collage years ago but it was nothing near what people are doing nowadays. Again, thanks so much for sharing your techniques, so simple yet looks like it took hours. Can't wait to get started☺️

[@kristinzuniga1691]

Thank you for sharing! I can't wait to do my first book!❤

[@craftyirina]

Kristin Zuniga..... thank you for watching! Have fun creating 😘

[@thepickypainter9854]

Love your videos!!! You have such interesting things to earn and you make it spook easy !! I remember Carol Duval as well !! She had some fun things too.

[@ScrappyStephy]

Oh Irina! Listening to you talk about Teen Beat and Shaun Cassidy brought back such memories! I was in love with Shaun Cassidy back in the 70's! DaDooRonRonRon!! LOL!! I recently purchased a an old 70's TV Guide off Ebay just for the fun of it, it was just fun to read, and took me back to my childhood.

[@VictoriasCraftyRoom]

I remember Alleen's and Carol to!!! I am 51, so maybe that will help you feel better!! love your book!!

[@auntpattyscrafts]

Your altered books are always so beautiful, thank you for taking the time to show how you do it! Yes I remember Teen Beat! haven't thought of those for years. Like Lynette Clark said I remember Leif Garret!

[@cindyljamison5571]

Thank you! Best one I have seen on altering books! I miss Carol Duvall! ❤️

[@craftyv3750]

Shaun Cassidy! My very first concert ever. Enjoyed the video. Thanks for sharing.

[@Tinkerbell31326]

Thank you so much Irene. I was one of the people asking for a tutorial. I love your junk journals so much. I am very appreciative that you took the time to share this information. Bless you, Tink

[@SaviourJoseph-ry4iu]

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[@dalleeongcay7325]

Love how you love your mom 👍❤️❤️❤️

[@kazeekins1]

Beautiful Irina , thank you for sharing your process . Kay x

[@dawnreaume6003]

Terrific video! I was sent to your channel by Dear Julie Julie! I realize Is a three year old video but I’m just learning about altered books today! I just wanted to say thank you for making this great video you explain things very clearly! I’m excited to try making this and of course every other kind of journal out there! LOL

[@CraftsandMorewithDonnaJackson]

Ty for sharing this! I've gotten quite a few books and have been wondering how to do them. I sp admire your strength and devotion to your mom. I take care of a lady with dementia and it's so hard. Blessings to you!!

[@cjhenderson1607]

Love so much!!Thanks and can't wait to do my first book with your sewing technique❤️❤️❤️

[@tracyzook857]

Very cool! In jr high or high school I made a scrapbook of tv guide covers. And I loved watching Carol Duvall:)

[@catelamb7667]

This video was super helpful! LOL...I was picturing myself wrestling with a book and feeding it through my sewing machine!

[@JaiKaliMa3]

Same here!!! And I still was until I read your response and realized what she meant! Thank you.

[@allisoncrow8687]

Thanks for sharing all your techniques! You’re so great to take the time to do this! I learn so much from you!

[@luciamcgill63]

ohhh Shawn Cassidy lol I loved him too. love this journal

[@NolaHarris]

Hi there glad to see you back. What a great idea thank you so much for sharing. Your mom is so lucky to have such a loving daughter as you. Hugs Nola

[@FrappsScraps]

So fun! I remember the TV guides and Teen Beat.. I also loved making collages and tearing out of magazines and newspapers 😀

[@thekidlives]

So funny, I used to do exactly the same thing!! Now I’m renewing the concept!!

[@suchadwell]

I loved loved paper dolls... you just reminded me of them.. ♥️❤️♥️❤️

[@iamsuzzie]

LOVE IT!! LOVE IT!! Going to try the stitching on the paper. It was so pretty!

[@SaviourJoseph-ry4iu]

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[@joyrevert817]

Amazing. Thank you for sharing. You do the most amazing things with your junk journal. You took the mystery out of several processes for me.

[@JosephinesDesigns]

Yes...Teen Beat and Tiger Beat. :) My fella was David Cassidy!! And I loved Carol Duval and the Saturday craft shows with Aleene when I was young married. :) Thank you for sharing!!! :) k

[@RoseD2016]

Omg I used to love teen beat too! I am probably the same age you are. This is an awesome way to make journals. Tyfs. 💞😍

[@JillianNorwood]

Your junk journals are truly works of heART! Love them! Thanks for sharing! :) Jill

[@SaviourJoseph-ry4iu]

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[@aviansavage6338]

Amazing crafting ideas! Love your vids

[@tellhimthanku]

Awesome tutorial! Thanks for sharing because I 've always wondered just how you chose your books, how you prep the books and how you were able to sew in the books. Thanks for easing my mind concerning these altered books. Now I am going to try this out for sure. Praying your strength........