Dollar Tree Altered Composition Notebook - Full Tutorial - Craft Fair Idea - Altered Journal

[@junerobbins6871]

Thank you for showing how to take a plain notebook into something beautiful

[@mysticmom616]

That music when you sped up your work was beautiful!!

[@addydog2012]

Thank you for sharing! OMG! The big pockets I love them! Well, the whole thing is awesome! And, yes, clear instructions without “chit-chat”. ❤

[@judeschaffer2571]

Ur method of altering the books is far superior to any other I have watched. I love ur style & hearing ur reasoning for doing it in a particular way. Double thumbs up!!! ♥️ 🇨🇦

[@dianesmith6179]

Great tutorial and a pleasure to listen to! Thanks so much!

[@sonyacreel6600]

You have called this an "An Altered Composition Notebook ", but for me, this is a beginner "Junk Journaling "because I'm enjoying the empty clear writing space and I love how you've strengthened two writing pages with glue. I'm also in aww of the subject dividers with their tabs and charms. This who toturial is charming and just think I simply awakened browsing and came across your content. Thank you so much and although I will be tweaking mine your video has given me a strong basis from which to begin and I definitely will be trying this out. Again thank you. 💖

[@elizabethglenbentley7882]

Any suggestions for tackling a spiral spine cover?

[@thegoatgirlcr]

I'm swooning at the tab eyelets and charms! I've made altered composition notebooks for ages and I never would have thought of this! Thank you for sharing!!!

[@Frankie860]

So inspiring. Wonderful. So detailed and well done. Back to school right now means bargains on notebooks.

[@ru4repeattoo]

I really like how you wrap the front paper to the inside cover. Professional and secure look!🤩

[@sweethingjess]

yay... life calmed down 5 minutes for my favorite you tuber to make a video!!!

[@cristinhager9033]

Fantastic tutorial!

[@onceuponatime5205]

Best tutorial that I have seen for this 👍

[@mzo707x]

I am doing it!!!! I am following along and making a notebook for a dear friend! thank you for giving me the ability to do this!!!!

[@Louisavanderwalt123]

Hello Betty Thank you so much for this tutorial. It is "Simply the best " altered book I've seen and watch. I love it. Wishing you a blessed day at the craft fair. Take care. 💕 Louisa from South Africa.

[@karenkirk3185]

YOU Betty, are my most favorite ❤️. You’re easy to understand when giving instructions and the best creator!! Thank you for willingly sharing your knowledge and talent 😊

[@BettysCustomDesigns]

Wow, thank you!

[@abbylynn8872]

Omg... with back to school super fun activity for students to decorate their comp books to add pockets and dividers. No need to pull pages out. I love it. This wo I ld be a great activity at the cimmunity center as well.

[@wendyhoward2699]

This is gorgeous! I would love to do one. Many blessings.

[@gladysward6969]

Betty, this tutorial has very clear instructions, and I will make one for my grand niece as she has 2 young sons and having the two areas will be handy. I appreciated that there was no chit chat in this one only because it is a detailed project. (I mean I ❤️ hearing whatever you share but this time around I needed to focus). I also saved the video. (😅I am 78 and can forget things if I do not). TYFS!!! Love you!

[@veronicastewart1112]

The journal is lovely and, I have 5 of those composition books sitting around.......

[@navyboymommygramma]

This is really nice. You could take it a few steps further and set it up as a monthly journal/ minder by dividing it into 12 parts, obviously, and writing the months at the top and perhaps a few things like space for birthdays , special events, and holidays. Simple additions but elevates it to something more personal.I LOVE composition books for the versatility and low cost

[@amyfouts9781]

Thank u. I really like this altered composition notebook. Have a great, blessed, victorious day.

[@sandyfitchcorbett1782]

These are perfect for two of my friends and daughter. Great Christmas presents. Also for me. I collect weather data and hurricane stats for each year. Perfect for that. Love the green paper. Yum! Thanks Betty🍁🍂

[@charlottepatterson2059]

Loving the colors on this one/ I was never fond of the color green but crafters and diyers are starting to use more and different colors in green/ emerald green has been my favorite but everyone has introduced me to the multi different colors in the line of choices and it's starting to grow on me, your personality shows in your work and I think I'm going to enjoy watching your channel ty for this video and your time ❤️

[@karenkirk3185]

I’m back to watch again 👋😊. I’ve made a couple of journals using this video 😊. Love the wrap around idea. Looks so neat and pretty 😍 Thank you!😊 Back to the video ❤

[@kathycole9443]

I've made many of these to give as gifts to friends and family. Also I have the same paper pad you are using which I love since green is my favorite color.

[@teresacobb1760]

How wonderful your video is! I learned sooooooo much! Got started on my journal right away. You've inspired me! Can't wait to.get my scrapbook paper sets! Thanks ❤❤❤

[@debbiecandiloro8411]

I think you are absolutely awesome. I really like how you explain everything. I like how your books are not over loaded with stuff. They look good, but not for me. My OCD would go off the chart. Thank You

[@new2oldcreations363]

I enjoy using the double sided tape with scotch create glue stick. Loved the video very well explains what you're doing.

[@michelelovejoy4057]

The pocket made from the folded paper is a great idea! TFS!

[@saquoryasmith8712]

This is certainly a different perspective on creating an altered journal. I don't know that I'd spend time ripping out half of the notebook pages though. I think the colors are beautiful!

[@kassycon1]

I will try this. Thanks!

[@donnaguyton153]

Very pretty...just the colors I love. 👍🥰

[@mariebh6575]

Mahalo Betty you’re simply amazing in MANY way 🌺💫♥️

[@karenkirk3185]

Hi 👋 Betty 😊 I’m back to watch the video again I’m so impressed with it. I have my papers and glue and don’t bow sided tape. Let’s get started 😊 I’m excited to start ❤

[@marykirk7924]

Thank you for sharing. I loved your humor when things didn't line up.

[@lorrainegandia6331]

This is the BEST tutorial for composition notebooks that I have ever seen. Thank you !

[@karenkirk3185]

Hi 👋 it’s been awhile and I’m back…again 😀 I’ve found oodles of reasons to need/want more journaling books. I’m a member of 7 FB groups now and there are notes and notes and notes to take and I love them all. I NEED notebooks to keep myself organized so, I’m back for your assistance in making more. I love and appreciate your style of instruction and the outcome is always beautiful AND EASY 😄. Thank you and back to your video ❤

[@debbiereynolds5317]

You are so amazing with these notebooks!!!! Thank you for sharing with us how you make them!

[@shirleyfreeman8011]

Love your videos ❤❤❤

[@CarynHopkins]

I love this! So simple but can make it real personalized too. Will make one for my 12yo grand daughter for Christmas. She will be 13 in January! Holy cow time flies. Thanks Betty!

[@vickiemillikan8563]

What a great idea ❤ Thank you for sharing this video with us 😊

[@marilynaustin4425]

Excellent tutorial. Thank you.

[@shondra6]

I found the composition books here in Aussie and I agree that the pages are a bit thin. So I have glued them together.. TFS the covering technique , I think I will now cover my book that I’ve started in ... btw I do believe the bone scorers here actually do go on vacation from time to time 😂😂😂😂

[@dianamennie962]

Think I might have a go at this. Looks like something I can manage

[@kathykaufman1244]

This is brilliant! I have never seen this paper craft before and I am definitely fascinated, and want to get the materials together to make some!

[@goprettymama]

I love the papers you used.

[@teacherlovesbeauty]

I am going to try this!

[@joanndankovchik4861]

GREAT TUTORIAL!!! Thanks for the inspiration,!!!

[@cindyhutto2614]

So glad I found your videos. So man great ideas! Thank you for sharing.

[@BettysCustomDesigns]

Thank you so much!

[@karencalamita2934]

Just found you! Oh my goodness. Love the full explanations you give. Have only watched this for ten minutes so far, and I already love your style so much. Thank you! I appreciate this so much!!

[@loriericks3243]

I have been working on a composition notebook journal also. You have added pockets and covered pages so beautifully. Lots of great ideas and great tutorial. Thank you. ❤

[@arlenenipp5651]

You did an amazing job . I think I could do this so helpful

[@RoseD2016]

Awesome idea Betty. Love these. 🤗🙏🏻❤️🦋

[@kimpuckett6919]

Your journals are beautiful! When you say around 2 hours start to finish, would that include gluing all the pages together? Definitely one of the top 5 altered composition notebooks I have seen!

[@BettysCustomDesigns]

Yes, for me, this includes gluing the pages together. =)

[@doloresraml6539]

Really love how you made this, I’ve just did the covers before for craft fairs but this would be a fun new version. Thank you for your inspiration.

[@CrafterKelliKelli]

This is awesome!! Thank you for posting!!

[@DebPratt-e4k]

I love this journal

[@DebPratt-e4k]

Thank you for sharing. This was super helpful

[@pamelakallen9630]

Thank you I have done the half size of one of those I am going to try that. Thank you

[@marcelasusanacarrillohigar6812]

Que hermoso trabajo. Gracias.

[@user-uh6jm6uh8h]

BEAUTIFUL

[@brendawheelen637]

So cute!!

[@debbiemurphy5804]

You have patience beyond!!! I can’t wait to try this. Approx how many sheets do you tear out? 20? More or less. Blessings

[@Msicu1221]

Love it 😍

[@charlottekennemer4050]

Beautiful!

[@wendyschmidt4339]

Show us your craft fair things please. Dollar general has these composition Mini size ❤ So happy to see you online what a day ….just what I needed truth being told second time viewing I dozed off just to much on my plate. You have been missed dear

[@BettysCustomDesigns]

Will do!!

[@motheroftwo2288]

Love this!

[@jacquelyndevitte4992]

This is so cute and usable. I love the green paper you used on it. Question: when you take your journal to craft fair, do you put it in a clear bag to sell or put ribbon around it? I was just thinking about how everyone may thumb through it. Thank you, have a great day. 🦋

[@christinemullens653]

Neat idea!

[@kathim182]

Hi Betty, I was wondering when you will finish the Tim Holtz folio journal. Thanks very much!

[@youngbloodslay]

Cute 💖💝💖

[@patnichol1275]

How did you cut the grooves for 🎉the pockets, and how did you cut the tab out?

[@karenkirk3185]

What do you do with the pages you tear out??

[@dorisherrero8074]

It’s beautifully done. I’m going to try to make one for my traveling journal. I have a question, did you glue the other papers together or just left as a single sheet. Thank you for sharing your tutorials

[@BettysCustomDesigns]

I normally glue 2 pages together bc these pages are pretty thin.

[@Canadian_hauls_with_Kathy]

Where did you get The greenery paper pad?

[@TheCraftedHeartNH]

I was wondering that too. I haven't been able to find it!

[@kristiehansen2512]

how did you make the tab that sticks out of the inside folder??

[@markie3394]

This is beautiful! How do you double up the writing pages or thicken them up? I have never seen that before 🤔 Do you have a tutorial that includes instructions for doing this? I’m very curious about the end result. TFS! ❤

[@kimpuckett6919]

Answering since I am watching for the first time now also…she uses glue stick to glue two pages together throughout the book. Takes lots of time but definitely a nicer thickness and feel.

[@markie3394]

@@kimpuckett6919 thank you!

[@JMC.LifeMastery]

😊❤

[@theresaramos2788]

❤

[@roxyfur]

Hi Betty, can you tell me the song you use in this video, please?

[@shelleyward2050]

Could I do the same with exercise books

[@andrewsackk]

My vision isn’t good either….. thank you for the tutorial !

[@anndash3278]

Love it but...tearing out so many sheets and sticking rest together??? Start with a different pad,? X

[@maryholc6505]

❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@cthepower]

What is the type of glue that you’re using to attach the cover along with the double sticky tape? Thanks so much for your instructions. This is really fun watching it. Looking forward to doing one myself.

[@BettysCustomDesigns]

I use fabric tac.

[@cthepower]

@@BettysCustomDesigns Thank you!

[@cthepower]

@@BettysCustomDesigns it’s amazing how it doesn’t disturb the stickiness of your tape

[@debraburrell6480]

Hi Betty this is my first time watching I am loving it just went to a church function on Saturday and they gave out these mini Notebooks which I thought was so cute I never seen them before so I’ll look into my phone and these mini notebooks popped up can you tell me what materials you are using and what kind of paper is that thank you so much for sharing

[@MsLisaBrooks]

Why take pages out?

[@mysticmom616]

She mentioned that it gets too bulky if you don’t remove some. I personally don’t mind the bulkiness. I would probably leave out the divider and tabs if I made it.

[@lilianabriceno4259]

How many pages you took apart.?

[@debbiecandiloro8411]

The busy books look good, but not for me.

[@kimthegem6093]

While I thoroughly enjoyed the video, I was a little disappointed with you coming back from off camera with so many other features completed. While I get you don't want such a lengthy video, beginners would be left hanging......so many great ideas though.....

[@BettysCustomDesigns]

I’m sorry about that. I was just trying to keep the video from being so long. I will be doing more of these in the future though as I use them all of the time. =)

[@kimthegem6093]

@@BettysCustomDesigns Can't wait!

[@cindygranahan8006]

I am going to unsubsribe as you said this about 70 times in this video. It's a bit overdone. Go, go ahead, going to... check your transcript.

[@BettysCustomDesigns]

Hmmmmm. What should I have said in place of these words that you say are a “bit overdone”? I don’t mind constructive criticism, so please feel free to share what words would be more suitable in this situation.

[@mkyred]

​@BettysCustomDesigns there's always one grouch! I love the video, watched it twice and saved it. TFS