Altered Dollar Tree Composition Notebook Journal/Share #1

Today on hellosusan I will share an altered composition notebook I purchased from the dollar store. I'll show how I added pages, tags, pockets and ephemera, plus decorate the cover.
Such a simple way to make a journal so special and cost effective.
I hope you are inspired to make one, too!
***I had a couple of request for directions to add the pockets to the composition notebook. Here are the directions...I take 2 of the pages of the composition notebook that are next to each other, and glue the edges, top and bottom only, to create a pocket. Then glue the cardstock on top of the composition pocket you just made. Super easy and so fun!
If you like this project, please let me know in the comments below and give this video a thumbs up!
Thanks for joining me today.
Hugs,
Susan
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[@Rose.Gold777]

Omg 😱 😍 I absolutely love this it’s very inspirational very shabby Chic 🥰💕💕💕🎀I love it

[@hellosusan]

Hi Rose! Thanks so much! I'm so glad you were inspired and you like my work. Susan🌹

[@Rose.Gold777]

@@hellosusan hi sweetheart thank you so much for sharing I enjoyed your video 🥰💕💕

[@PattysPaperDesigns]

I've watched a ton of these videos on altering composition notebooks and have to say this is the best! This is what I've been looking for, thank you so much for sharing!

[@hellosusan]

Hello! Thanks so very much! They are fun to make!

[@PattysPaperDesigns]

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[@angiemiah54]

Making one for each of my girls...one at college that plays soccer for St Louis Lions in girly soccer stuff and one in 8th grade that plays volleyball for state and school! Then I'm doing a small purse size for my daughter that prefers a book for adding soccer and volleyball events than her phone! Just love these!

[@hellosusan]

Hi Angie! I'm so happy you can use the inspiration for your girls! What fun! Thanks for watching. Hugs, Susan

[@tracydelagardelle8990]

I just bought some composition books. That was good timing. Beautifully done.

[@hellosusan]

Great Timing Tracy! Thanks so much!

[@TheTruckingScribe]

I like the sections, it makes it more useful for me.

[@hellosusan]

Same here for me! Thanks for watching...I appreciate you!

[@esliet]

So beautiful, thanks for wonderful video

[@hellosusan]

Hi Eslie! Appreciate you so much!😉

[@kristenhuynh6272]

OMG. It's beautiful. I'm going to make one for my niece with drawing note paper pads.

[@hellosusan]

Thanks so much Kristen! Sounds great!😉

[@lyndaarnall1507]

Your work is lovely, I really like your journal xx

[@hellosusan]

Good Morning Lynda! Thanks so much!Susan

[@pauletteberkshire4226]

So, so pretty Susan. I alter composition books myself with a totally different style but very pretty also. You inspired me to try your way with those beautiful , calming colors. Thank you for sharing with us.

[@hellosusan]

Hi Paulette! Thank you! They are fun and easy to make. Takes less time than a full hand made journal.😊

[@trishsmith6565]

Hi Susan! Love this idea! Would you please do a tutorial on how you glue pockets? So pretty! I love your beautiful design.

[@hellosusan]

Hi Trish! Thanks for your sweet comments! I can show in another video how to glue the pocket, but if you want to make one today, here are the directions...I take 2 of the pages of the composition and glue the edges, top and bottom, to create a pocket. Then glue the cardstock on top of composition pocket you just made. Super easy and so fun! Hugs, Susan

[@deborahkeogh1043]

Beautiful, simple and practical. Thank you for sharing.

[@hellosusan]

Hi Deborah! Thank you so very much! Have a wonderful day!😀

[@patriciahale6575]

Susan, this is stunning.....Very talented and creative. Thank you

[@hellosusan]

Hello Patricia! Thanks so very much!

[@tinamaher1039]

this was so nicely done, thanks for sharing it with us.

[@hellosusan]

Hi Tina! Thanks so much!

[@victoriaeaton7298]

Loved this video. Yes, it was inspirational, beautiful and positive messaging. Thank you so much. Could you show us how to glue and do the open pocket pages? Also, I found you telling what card stock and weight very helpful information. Keep up the good work.

[@hellosusan]

Hi Vicki! Thank you! I can show in another video how to glue the pocket, but if you want to make one today, here are the directions...I take 2 of the pages of the composition and glue the edges, top and bottom, to create a pocket. Then glue the cardstock on top of composition pocket you just made. Super easy and so fun!

[@snurfbee58]

You are quickly becoming one of my favorite crafters! I happen to have a composition book in my supplies and I've been wondering what to do with it. I have a good friend who loves notebooks so I'm going to use your inspiration and create a notebook for her based on your version. Thank you so much for sharing your creativity with us!

[@hellosusan]

Hi snurfbee 58! Well... thank you so much! I am so glad you enjoyed my version of the altered composition notebook. Your friend will love it. 😊

[@hellosusan]

Hello and Welcome to hellosusan! Thank you so very much!😉

[@parsith7620]

So pretty.... what a wonderful gift to give.

[@hellosusan]

Thank you so much!😊

[@darlaphelps9752]

Wow! Very nice, TFS

[@hellosusan]

Hi Darla! Thanks so much! Have a wonderful day!😉

[@cherylharris7517]

Thank you I like these pockets better than the others Fit looks nicer. I am learning to make tags thank you so much .Keep teaching used

[@hellosusan]

Hi Cheryl! Thanks for watching!

[@terresexton5908]

Oh Susan, so glad you shared this! I've been meaning to make one for a couple of years, but haven't. This has inspired me. Right now im waiting on cataract surgery on both eyes. So thing are hard to see or focus, but maybe something quick like this wouldn't be too hard. Probably won't be fussy cutting any thing but maybe use all my ephemera that has been cut... Thank you again for sharing your ideas and talent.💕

[@hellosusan]

Hi Terre! So sorry to hear about your eyes. Hopefully your surgery will be soon. I bet it is hard to see and focus. Using your already cut ephemera would be a great way to make one of these altered composition notebooks. I'm so glad this has inspired you! Hugs, Susan

[@terresexton5908]

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[@joycehill4399]

Awesomeness!

[@hellosusan]

Hi Joyce! Thanks so much!

[@brendameredith9680]

Beautiful! Thank you for sharing.

[@hellosusan]

Thanks Brenda! My pleasure, I'm so glad you liked it!

[@avedamontedesigns]

Lovely design

[@hellosusan]

Hello Ave! Thanks so much!🥰

[@ThePhsmomx3]

These are great ideas! Thank you.

[@hellosusan]

You're so welcome Beth! Thank you!

[@mariaelenasantiago3313]

I love the paper

[@hellosusan]

Hi Maria! Thanks so much!!!😉Susan

[@hellosusan]

Reply Hi Everyone! I had a couple of request for directions to add the pockets to the composition notebook. Here are the directions...I take 2 of the pages of the composition notebook that are next to each other, and glue the edges, top and bottom, to create a pocket. Then glue the cardstock on top of the composition pocket you just made. Super easy and so fun! Hugs, Susan

[@harmonyscreations3289]

That turned out so pretty!

[@hellosusan]

Oh, I'm so glad you think so! Thank you!

[@susanconniry9247]

Lovely! Thank you for sharing!

[@hellosusan]

Hi Susan! Thank you!

[@RowdyFairyDesigns]

Beautiful! I love this!

[@hellosusan]

Thank you so much! I'm working on a new one. They are so fun! I'll share soon.

[@mawmann]

Beautiful!

[@hellosusan]

Hi Kristine! So glad you liked it! Thank you.🥰

[@deadmew2360]

This is so cute and creative! I love it! 😊

[@hellosusan]

Thanks...remember I made you a music themed one for Christmas. So fun! Hugs, Susan

[@deadmew2360]

@@hellosusan absolutely I still have it!

[@Puselles]

Hi! I just found your channel, and I adore it already. The aesthetic is very pretty and soothing for the eyes. Your journal is so gorgeous and inspiring!

[@happytohelpu2]

Very cute! Thanks!

[@hellosusan]

Hi Jennie! Thanks so much!

[@deb.e.mixedmedia]

Beautiful!

[@hellosusan]

Hi Deb! Thank you for your sweet comment.

[@shellycirbo8302]

Beautiful!!

[@hellosusan]

Hi Shelly! Thank you! I am working on a new one and will share with you soon. They are so fun and easy.

[@BitchinMusic-sc2lo]

Love this project and papers. Have you done a tutorial on this yet?

[@hellosusan]

Thanks so much! No tutorial yet.😉

[@michelelovejoy4057]

Beautiful

[@hellosusan]

Thank you so much, Michele!

[@XCajunGrandma]

absolutely love these will give this a try tfs Theresa

[@hellosusan]

Hi Teresa! Thanks, they are fun!

[@ml10102]

This is beautiful!! Thank you for sharing an thank you for all the fun ideas🎉 Happy Thanksgiving 😊

[@hellosusan]

Hello ML! Thank you so much! Happy Thanksgiving to you, too!

[@theREmissionary]

Hello from another Susan. Your channel showed up today for the first time; I'm not at ALL into paper crafts (YET!!!!) so I'm not sure why it showed up, but I enjoyed the video. It kinda made me want to try this craft, if I can figure out a way to do it without buying a bunch of supplies LOL. Yah, I know...cheap charlie here.

[@hellosusan]

Hi Susan!!! Not that much is needed really. Glue, images, scissors, trims and your imagination to create what you would like to have. I am glad you enjoyed it. Welcome to hellosuan!

[@theREmissionary]

@@hellosusan thanks so much! Susan is my middle name, the one I got called when I was in BIG trouble LOL. It was also my grandmother's name, and she never got in trouble. Not fair. LOL I still love the name, though -- even if I don't get to use it now. And I think I can come up with some pretty cool stuff to try this with, as soon as I get one of those composition books.

[@hellosusan]

That is so funny...same thing with me when growing up. Sounds Wonderful! Let me know how it goes.😉@@theREmissionary

[@melisr5024]

Your journal is gorgeous! You have inspired me now to create my own. Please include directions how you added the pockets and ephemera. I was trying to figure out from your video how you layered stuff. Also, what did you use for glue? How did you attach the ribbon? Ribbon doesn't stick with glue. Thanks!

[@hellosusan]

Thank you! I take 2 of the pages of the composition notebook that are next to each other, and glue the edges, top, back and bottom, to create a pocket. Then glue the cardstock on top of the composition pocket you just made. I have another composition notebook I did for Christmas that has more instructions. The glue I use is Fabri-Tac. It is great for paper and fabric. I think you will enjoy making the composition notebook.😊

[@donnaguyton153]

So gorgeous! Where did you get the papers to fussy cut? I love it! ❤❤❤

[@hellosusan]

Hi Donna! Thanks so much! The papers were from my stash...not any kits.

[@DoSmtCreativeEvryday]

I absolutely love this do you sell these

[@hellosusan]

Hello! Thanks so much! Email me at [e-mail] for more info. Have a wonderful day!

[@tamielonsberry8317]

Beautiful! How did you attach the dividers?

[@hellosusan]

Thank you Tamie! I glued it all with fabri-tac.

[@esliet]

What glue do you use for covering the book ?

[@hellosusan]

Hi Eslie! I use Fabri-Tac glue for all parts. Paper and trims.

[@esliet]

@@hellosusan thank you

[@glorias8540]

Pen & Gear items come from Walmart ( the composition book you showed not altered)

[@hellosusan]

Thanks

[@kamalani808]

This is pretty, but did I miss how the general flimsiness of a composition book isn’t falling apart with the heavier altered pages? Maybe the comp books we have here are junk

[@hellosusan]

Thanks! I have no issues with the notebook after altering it. If anything all the new card stock gives it more structure.

[@kamalani808]

@@hellosusan good to know. I’ll try your technique! Love your channel!

[@hellosusan]

Great! Let me know how you like...or if you have any questions.😉@@kamalani808

[@rosemaryortega9879]

BEAUTIFUL 😊

[@hellosusan]

Thanks so very much Rosemary!😉