DIY Journal and Sketchbook Holiday Gifts - 3 thoughtful bookbinding projects

[@bittermelonbindery]

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[@kimmismith9174]

I'm absolutely going to try making that last book in both felt and leather. I have a friend who would adore these. 😊❤

[@KatPadmore]

i've just finished the final project in this video and i am blown away. it's not perfect, but the fact that you took me from basic cross-stitch to handmaking a cover, sewing individual signatures and adding ribbon and embroidery in 15 minutes is incredible. you're an amazing teacher and an even more talented creative. thankyou for this video!

[@bittermelonbindery]

Amazing!! Thank you for coming back and leaving a comment to let me know you made it!

[@nikki.s.r.]

you are so precise, patiënt and accurate: i really admire your bookbinding skills!

[@angelanicholson6252]

I am just starting my bookbinding journey as part of our calligraphy class and Lindisfarne gospel project. I am hooked literally. Your tutorials are so easy to follow and I dont feel too stressed to undertake them. for that I thank you so much. I cant wait to start on these journals for presents. thank you once again for sharing your knowledge with patience and inspiration.

[@karenfinneganart2480]

I will try the felt one out for sure. I have never thought of using felt as a cover. Thank you Chanel

[@AllmostLucy]

Thank you for this video! Today is really stressful and this helped to relax so much! Every work is just wonderful! And do not worry. Had some bound blocks laying around. It took 3 years and today to figure out how to put those covers on. Sometimes it really takes time.

[@BLUE-uu8lx]

I never tried bookbinding but now I really want to try it :) keep up with your videos they are so cozy and make me feel calmer

[@orlanswf]

the felt cover notebook would be perfect in your bed just before sleep, or after waking up to write dreams btw i loved the "heart felt" wordplay hahaha

[@bittermelonbindery]

It makes me happy that you appreciate the wordplay 😁

[@marlenejones6266]

I think sewing with ribbon looks sew much easier. The pun is intended. I'm going to give this a try. I'm intending on making a smaller Christmas book for my daughter. Like a journal of beautiful Christmas pictures with fabric pockets. I'm pondering what to put in the pockets. If you might have any suggestions Chanel I would love anything that comes from your brain. You are my inspiration when it comes to making books of any type. I think you are brilliant as well as talented

[@melissacronecarvell]

I just can’t wait to get started! So beautiful and creative 🎉 I can see this being a form of self care for me ❤❤❤❤❤

[@brendablankenship8338]

pretty

[@BeverlyGuevara]

Thank you Chanel for this beautiful gift! I want to make all of them! The last one is my favorite.

[@nurulm7187]

thanks for sharing these. huhu, gonna be recreate for my next project

[@TheJemmaGrl]

Holy moly - it never occurred to me to use felt. I've been wanting to make book covers for my journals - and that would be perfect since I don't have a sewing machine.

[@whiteflower8805]

I love your work

[@jesusc6215]

Cute

[@reexol]

Can you give tutorial perfect book binding using glue instead of sew ? I don't like sewing ! I need a direction also for making one for mine looking forward to see tutorial you are my fav 😌 thank you !♥️

[@koiaoi501]

:o this is so smart

[@Melmatu]

This is my favorite video! Could not find a good video for Japanese binding. With your video, I feel confident to give it a try. Thank you.

[@lindahigham5317]

Good morning 👋😊 Thank you so much for sharing this video I've been enjoying watching all of them this year also 👍 I'm wishing you and your family a wonderful Holiday Season and a Bright and Happy New Year 👍☺️🌹💌💌📚🦄👋

[@Louise_Moura]

Sooooo perfect for christmas presents 🥺

[@M3DU5A]

Thank you so very much for posting your videos. I have found your work so peaceful and beautiful. As a beginner in book binding you are my mentor and teacher. Once again, thank you so much for your content. Keep going! Happy New Year! Xx

[@georgiewalker1069]

Your creations are just so amazing… thank you for sharing them. You are kind. I am very ready to try some of your ideas. Best regards to you from South Africa. Happy holidays 💫

[@nataschapicart1948]

Thank you so much★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆

[@MACMoneU2]

Thank you. I want to try book binding and I appreciate the tip to practice a bit first before committing to a gift version.

[@FireOfMyEyes]

Oh I love these! I think the felt journal would make the perfekt secret Santa gift for my cousin c:

[@lightbulbnirvana]

These are lovely projects! Thanks for sharing them!

[@felizmomento6049]

Love your chanel 🥺

[@catherinefontaine9666]

Mille mercis 🙏🙏🍀 c'est magnifique oui ! Il faut une certaine dose patience. Je vais essayer. Votre travail est magnifique et votre partage très généreux. Belles fêtes de fin d'année. 🌟☀🎄🎊

[@theresahaessler4122]

I love 💕 you’re books so creative

[@vehinhkhoitamgiac2889]

beautiful.

[@simplyjanet]

Thank you.

[@katiehanrahan5293]

Thank you so much! These are wonderful and I can’t wait to try them!! Hope you have a wonderful holiday season full of joy and happiness!❤

[@loretheseed]

o último livreto ficou tão delicado ♡

[@marlenediegob.8888]

Thanks very much, It's amazing!

[@ArtJunkie]

Your diamond is gorgeous as are your books . 😊

[@emmyjzhang]

Excited to try these out! The heartFELT book was so creative :D

[@Amanda.Jayne.]

Love these! Thank you 😊

[@ayaabdou6041]

Hi it's your fan from Algeria your video is so lovely i was asking if you can show us the way you take the video recording you know shots

[@bayabusiness1654]

Hi girl thank you for this beautiful tutorial can i learn from you to make notebokks and sell them like this notebooks?

[@kragehund]

hi! i hope you see this comment. i'm currently working on the felt journal and really struggling with the part at 20:55. to add a signature the needle should be on the inside cover, but mine still comes out of the last hole on the paper. what should i do to get the needle in the right position?

[@bittermelonbindery]

@@kragehund can you DM me on IG? So I can help you with your specific project

[@kragehund]

@@bittermelonbindery oh my god thank you so much for the quick response! my name is sofie and i have a yellow profile picture. i'll dm you with pictures as soon as i'm able to!

[@agnesgazdik584]

🥰😇

[@adrianaalmeida1284]

🥰😍❤

[@abdullahayan1430]

how to make a paper

[@brendablankenship8338]

pretty