Are these Cut & Collage Books WORTH IT?!

[@deadinteresting8905]

Hi I’m the designer/author of the Cut, Stick, Collage series, thank you for a lovely, honest review! The price point was an issue for me but as the book is self published and printed on demand through Amazon, the price for colour printing is VERY high, so much so I literally only make a little over £3 per sale. Anyhu, I am so glad you enjoyed the book and were very kind about it… I was scared to watch at first 🤣

[@micheleherrick5313]

cant wait to get a book. large images are the BEST!

[@gabbyaineauer3357]

I think your books are great! that isn't a lot of money from each print. I wonder if you might be able to go through a different company to get them printed in bulk for cheaper and then sell them on Amizon wilst having a better profit margin. I honestly thing the price point on most of them are not bad. Good job!

[@GinaGreenlee]

I have two of your books from the series, including the one first reviewed. I agree with video reviewer's assessment - an impressive, varied, collection. And I agree with Gabby's comment that the price point is reasonably for what you get. I bought one book (the one in the video) to see if I thought it was worth the $18.95. And because I was impressed with the quality, color, size, selection and the TIPS are great, I went ahead and bought another book in the series. I'm a book author (not of graphic design) and I'm published both independently and through the trades and I know that color is expensive - PERIOD. So you've done well on all counts - in terms of book content, presentation (wonderful) and business model. Congrats on a wonderful series. I recommend it highly. Yes, I also appreciate that you have racially diverse images for the people and body parts.

[@artpiratecollage]

I hear you about the price point with POD, but at least we don't have to go begging to publishers

[@carrie8751]

Just bought a copy myself, I love it

[@erinivins3316]

I use a lot of picture encyclopedias to collage with. I find their quality and variety for the price is unmatched

[@ellenross5553]

I would like to see a challenge video with the first book. Love the humour in your collages 😁 Your videos are very fun and inspiring!

[@eastofhoney]

Thank you!! I will definitely make that happen :)

[@EFergDindrane]

So glad it's not all vintage/shabby chic pretty aesthetic. I do like that stuff sometimes, but I get sick of it when it's all people do. Thanks!

[@odrade99]

Yes please, a collage with all images from the first book would be fun. I own that book and cannot wait to see what you would choose to use. 😎🍄

[@nanetten6238]

I would love to see this as well, since I also own the book!

[@toocoolotool218]

Same here!

[@thesanders9085]

I also own the first book & would love to see what you create! The one with the medical pics was so bizarre & strange that the pages were double sided…you’d waste a lot of images.

[@ginaashby6782]

Extraordinary Things ... I hve tht book its great i use in Glue books nd Journals

[@virtuallycolleen]

I literally just opened my Amazon package of the first book. The paper quality and feel is lovely! No regrets. You picked such a wide variety of tastes to review! Great pace flip through. I have tried to use magazines or thrifted books, but it’s hit and Miss on finding them. Because of work and my time constraints, being able to order collage images is worth it to me. A few of the other books you reviewed were not for me, however the content of those is so unique I’m betting there are collagers who might find them worth the price. And getting the digital images is great as you can print those images multiple times and in the size you desire. I so appreciate you purchasing the variety and sharing them with us! ❤️

[@juliabrown2479]

Great video. I too love the first book. The another negative to the one that had all the anatomy pictures is that it is double sided. I know when we use books or magazines we have that issue and have to make choices , but these books are designed to be cut out. I also think the first book used the spaces on the page well. The one book with all the words I agree the images weren’t as. Crisp, but they also had a lot of empty space that they could of included more images. More bang for your buck. I can’t wait to see what you create. You could do a whole mush room series, or maybe something with the anatomy ones near Halloween.

[@aliceharbour5926]

I agree. That, to me, is just a rip off. I'd send it back. Amazon needs to do a better showing of what is inside the books...at least a glimpse or two.

[@marilynmccormick3731]

Wouldn't that be a gory one. Just add blood!

[@lovelydaywithholly]

You should do a collage using one piece from each of the books in this video!!!!! This was super helpful, thank you!!

[@sarahsmith7919]

I was just about to comment exactly this!

[@juliabrown2479]

Great challenge idea.

[@eastofhoney]

Love this idea!!

[@mysticrealness]

yeah i also prefer to thrift my own books. i get mine mostly for free at the local recycling center or library sales for $1 each. so its not only cheap but you're reusing things. plus the hunt is part of the process. it lets you encounter images you might not ordinarily think of

[@simplymarisa8]

I have a few of these books and was curious about the others so I'm so happy you flipped thru! It makes no sense to me when a collage book is two sided😝

[@darleneferree5829]

I fully agree!

[@jackiemorrell2298]

This was really great, I always wondered about some of those books but not enough to buy them and find out that they weren't my style. Regarding those weird medical images, you could always use those like you do with buildings, but instead of cutting out the windows, cut out the intestines and replace them with flowers or images from the sea or a coral reef or maybe grow a vegetable garden in there.

[@ckd2114]

thank you for showing these books. yes, please do a collage video on your favorite. cannot wait to see it.

[@maymewilkinson9093]

I have that first book you showed, and have used that bathtub several times. I always put the image on my printer and can make it any size I want, thanks for sharing.

[@kateives1274]

I’d love to see how you collage with the first book. I own it and I’m not sure what to do with it!! Thanks for the informative video. 😃

[@imkindaartsyfartsy]

Thanks for the flip throughs! I’ve wondered if these books were worth the cost, now I know which would suit me.

[@lynnbuchanan8449]

I have the Maria Rivne’s book and I LOVE it! I’d LOVE to see you do a challenge with her book. what fun that would be!

[@darleneferree5829]

saw ur videos while cruising the internet. very informative on collage books. I acquired about 40 National Geo books from my library about 4 yrs. ago, they were free & sale was over with & they needed them out of the way. Put the box in garage & forgot them until I starting watching ur videos. Needless to say I started digging through them, wonderful pics! And u have given me so many ideas. THX YOU!

[@agneschrismer9946]

It was fun listening to you flip through those books. A challenge from the 1st would be great,but also I agree with the comment that a picture from each book would be fun

[@kimberlybajorek1900]

Would love to see a collage made from one of the books. Really enjoyed the flip through of each book.

[@eastofhoney]

I'm on it!

[@gusstorress]

Using the first book wouldn’t be much of a challenge for you! You should use the weird medical anatomy and disease images and combine them with your particular style. Essentially use the images you don’t immediately gravitate to with the goal of eliciting a Rosie vibe collage nonetheless. That’s a challenge 😋

[@rebeccaelliot6586]

Excellent idea! Rosie clearly has a good eye for composition and contrast, and could easily turn those images from grotesque to beautiful (in a surreal way, of course).

[@gwynnedjackson3871]

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[@ChattylaineCreates]

Yes I own the first book and have used many images from it... I really appreciated the flip through of some of the other books too... Amazon is terrible for not really showing you what's inside the books but that anatomical one was weird but I may use some of them as they are quite interesting too. 🤔 Not so sure about the strange illnesses images though 😳🤔 I would love for you to use a book to create a collage with maybe you could use something from each book that might be fun 😁😁💖

[@rozetru]

Thank you for doing this because I’ve wondered about a couple of those books. Also, add me to the list of enthusiastic yes’s on your doing a collage challenge using the first book!

[@marionmathews9852]

I would definitely like to see you do a collage from the first book. Your work is outstanding and I think you would have great fun using the first book.

[@Princess_karen]

The spiritual book looked like someone cut out pictures in a magazine, layer them down and made copies of them and put them in a book. Loved the vintage botanical book

[@trishmillard9857]

I purchased ine of these and was disappointed until I decided to use one image and now am hooked. I guess I leapt out of my "box". Thank you for sharing..it helps for future purchases.

[@noteworthyfiction]

YES!! one book collage with the first book, please.😀

[@HolographicCoaching]

Thank you! This was super helpful!!! I would love to see a collage from this book!

[@PhoebesWorldProductions]

Thank you for this. I've been curious about those books. yes, I would enjoy watching a challenge with the Cut and Collage book. (the good one).

[@darleneferree5829]

yes, the first one is the best!

[@brianbarnes6165]

I could never justify buying books that spendy for collage, they are nice though. I would love to see you make a larger scale collage layout. I've got a large canvas sitting around and been jonesing to do something with it. Maybe you could inspire me 😀

[@annecanright4918]

I own 5 of the first book- 3 have been cut up, one is ready and the last is the reference book. I just can't get tired of them! Go go go!

[@genamomma]

Hi Rosie! I have the 1st book in my cart and I'm so happy to see this review for it. I would like to see you do a challenge with it, yes! The others do not really interest me, but thanks for the reviews for them as well! I have a lot of the collage books for vintage and Victorian items I bought from Amazon for around $17 last year.

[@4amjunkjournals]

This was great! I've been looking at so many of these. Thank you for sharing and helping me make purchasing decisions!

[@gusstorress]

Love to see the channel growing too. 7k! 🥳🤩🥳🤩🥳🤩🥳

[@juliabrown2479]

I was thinking the same thing. I used to like Thursdays because that was when “Friends” was on. Know I get to spend time with my new friend Rosie. I love your personality. You need to include the cute snail in your next collage.

[@catherinewinsor7991]

Very useful walkthru of these books. I just ordered that first book yesterday so it was good to see your take on it since I discovered your videos today and love your collage style. I have been trying junk journaling, mixed media art journaling and other things and so far haven't found my "groove" so maybe this is it.

[@Nathalieroy2624]

This is such a good video. Thanks for showing us. ❤❤❤

[@GabiViaja]

Yeees!! I would like a collage with only that book. I also have it, so would be so helpful to see what you can do!

[@sandyhairston3943]

Thanks for sharing so useful, yes cant wait to see what you do

[@Nathalieroy2624]

So interesting… was curious about these! Thanks ❤

[@Triciag6092]

Would love to see a collage using the first book. I appreciate the flip throughs. I recently purchased a collage book off Amazon and while the book is ok, it wasn’t exactly what I was looking for. I loved the first book you showed and think I could get a lot of use out of it. Thanks!

[@joank8370]

How about a video revisiting collages that didn't work? Also old dictionary pages are great to use 👍 I love them as tree bark and feathers

[@wejdanalaradi1]

I bought the first book and I’m eager to use it 😻 I always collage digitally , love your Channel thank you for sharing

[@rochelle7171]

Thank you so much. I really appreciate it. I've been debating on the first book for awhile. I ordered it about an hour ago. I love all your collages . Tyvm

[@cherylbaker473]

Thank you so much for doing the show and tell collage books. I know what not to buy.

[@veronicac6969]

Thank you for reviewing these! I am not a magazine buyer so having these books would be awesome. I am always struggling to find images to collage. Definitely buying three of the books that you reviewed.

[@sharezbrown6796]

I have the extraordinary cut out and the vintage botanical !! I would love to see a video using the images out of those books!!! giving me inspoo

[@kathartley66]

Thanks for the reviews. I have the Things to Cut Out and Collage and would love to see you do a challenge from that book!

[@zenkittystudiowithdarklily1110]

I have the first book and love it. I use it a lot. I actually bought a 2nd copy of it. Thanks for sharing the others, it was good to see what is inside of them. Those kind of books can be pricey so a flip thru is so helpful.

[@cloverrabbit5622]

I'm so happy that this video popped up! I've been thinking about buying a couple of those books but had no idea what was in them. I agree the first book is the best! I am looking for a collage book that has some great raven/crow images, can you recommend a book? Thanks so much. 😁

[@litenlaura]

Ok I'm influenced again by you and I like it. Just received the first book you've showed (a used one for 10Euro) and it's just perfect. Beside I love all my old books/ magazines collage with this is a perfect addition. Thank you!!!

[@julieannabelle-26]

Thank you for comparing these! I've been looking at these types of books on Amazon for awhile.

[@anastaziavondrejcova9299]

Very helpful video! Thanks a lot 🤩

[@gloriaskipper1691]

Thank you Rosie! I have actually been curious about a couple of these books!

[@skullingtonfly]

Looking forward to seeing a lot of these images in future videos 👍🏼

[@sandradewlingsandraddesign9710]

Thanks for the great flip throughs

[@jneigler]

Great information. Thanks for sharing.

[@desireeperez208]

QUESTION: Do you go by rule of thirds? Can you go over like how you go about composition and /or what ever other so called rules you use.? I love all your ideas. Since I found you I have been going collage crazy. I have not done surreal collage much cuz I always get stuck. THANKS LUV YA. Ps I always like to go small for some reason like 6 x 6 and always use vintage film stars and vintage illustrations flowers. Pss. Lol check out GREG HANSON. LOVE HIS STUFF

[@robinwebb2160]

Definitely the one book challenge! I have the first book and the botanical image book (love the shrooms!) When you opened the last book, I thought right away, not your style. Thanks sharing the images Rosie 😀

[@tezzcan1]

I have the opposite problem with the Botanical book (I got it for Christmas). For what I want the illustrations for they a bit too big. I’ve found out that they do the same book with smaller images, so I’ll probably get that. I did like the look of the first book, I’d seen it on Amazon but it’s hard to judge these kind of books online. It was really helpful to see you share them, thank you.

[@manongemme30]

Totally agree with your first choice. I bought some but it is my favorite!

[@susancook4406]

Would love to see you create a collage from the one book that was your favorite. Thank you for sharing your art with us.

[@teresahiggs4896]

I love the medical graphic images! The darker images are right up my alley!

[@KariGibsonArt]

That is a very helpful review - thank you! 💗💗

[@robertpaulinetuttle4588]

Yes yes please do a Rosie collage challenge with the first book.

[@loriann3896]

I would love you to do a challenge with the first book! I've had that one in my Amazon basket for some time now. Thanks for showing thes.

[@spacey_gracie]

Omgssss all the "weird books" are right up my alley.. I need them ALL.. 😍 All the creepy medical images and skulls and moons and all the weird things in those books are amazing.. Hope you get to use them in your collages.. 🖤🌙

[@marilynmccormick3731]

I think it would be more of a challenge for you to use the book least suited to your style to see what you come up with because there are so many great illustrations in the first choice that I imagine you, being so talented, could easily do many great pages using only that book. Thank you for the review. It helps us a lot to know what's out there.

[@lvan4407]

Very interesting that you went through those books I was very disappointed in the copy of extraordinary things to Collage I brought as it was a different copy than what you’ve got I don’t know how you tell which copy you’re getting because all the covers look the same got mine on Amazon also.

[@shonamalone914]

I have the first book as well. I would like to see a collage made with the first book as well. Thanks in advance. Have a great day.

[@debicorso7688]

Seems like for $20, one could get as many images buying tons of books at a library book sale. But I’m new to this, so maybe that is an easier way to have good quality quickly. Thank you for the work you do and it was very interesting to watch.

[@victoriabergesen6775]

Thanks for doing this. I don't think I would buy most of them, so you saved me time and money.

[@margarethabotes2839]

Thanks so much for aharing!

[@LeslieLooks]

Thanks for the reviews! You really helped this newbie a bunch. I was considering buying one or two of these books and was wondering if they were worth the price.

[@Nathalieroy2624]

Wow, the first book is looking great

[@crystalorloff8559]

I enjoyed the flip throughs. I think each book has some nice images that you will be able to incorporate in your collages. I would love to see a challenge video on the first book and maybe you could use an image or two from the bizarre image book as well- just not from the first few pages! Lol

[@sharonstratis2846]

I think the Extraodinary Things to Cut Out and Collage is a different version than the one I bought last year, so maybe they change it up sometimes. Yes, a challenge from that one would be great, or maybe a challenge from each. Thanks for reviewing!

[@krisvallejo74]

Cut and Collage: A Treasury of Bizarre and Beautiful Images was my fav but double sided pages makes it a no-no for collage

[@Wvnursey]

Love those books!!!

[@dawngeorge7921]

I'd love to see you do a collage using one or more of those books! Maybe pick 2 or 3 at random?

[@serenityjewel]

😂 Thanks for the video. I ran to order the Cut and Collage Bizarre Images book. I'm all about graphic medical images. 👂

[@vernonzehr]

Not sure about the pattern on the backs of the pages in the botanical book. My thought is that pattern might show through after gluing. It's been many many years since I did collage and the text and printing on the backs of source images were always an issue. Back then there really weren't a lot of collected resources like this. My main source were old magazines from old book stores and thrift stores.

[@Nathalieroy2624]

I like the one with medicals images

[@chronischgeheilt]

The Cut Out And Collage Book Vintage Botanical Flowers by Collage heaven would be your jam I think. I Just saw a flipthrough after your Video :)

[@missyb.623]

The book with the weird anatomical images also had pictures on BOTH sides of the pages.

[@eastofhoney]

GAH that is the WORST

[@AL6198]

He does print on both sides of the pages because he offers a digital download. However, people have reported in the reviews of the book that the download does not work or even worse contains a virus. Many however have reported buying the book because it offers a download and that book sells very, very well!

[@troyblueearth7450]

Can’t wait to see a collage from them

[@darthsuperman49]

Thank you for this great review. Could you offer review on the “Vintage African-American Ephemera” cut out and collage as well as the “Beautiful Vintage African-American Women?” I have purchased them and haven’t used them yet. I was hoping for stickers and washi tape and ended up with these.

[@robinbrown2081]

Yes please a collage challenge with this book would be great

[@joolsa3592]

Thanks for that! When you use magazines, etc - aren't there are problems with copyright? Thanks for your help

[@girlyjean2558]

I would love for you to collage from any book you choose! You do fun and interesting work!

[@lilianmorales6797]

Estoy ansiosa por ver que cosas maravillosas harás con las imágenes de los libros ❤

[@Glorrrys]

Yesssss we want collage challenge with first one

[@MageZathara]

Collage challenge please! Loved your video :D

[@isabellasedai]

I have two of those books the only one I don’t like and wouldn’t buy is probably the last one. I enjoyed the video

[@NancyWeisser]

Try the sight called Thrift books for less expensive books

[@MeredithKinton]

I love, love, love your channel. I haven't made a collage in over 55 years and you have brought me back that joy. Your creations are phenomenal and the collections, thought process and final results are awesome. These cut and collage books are pretty cool but I think part of the joy of collage making is searching for the perfect backgrounds and elements to create a picture. You are an absolute joy to listen to and watch.

[@Melissa_Melissa_503]

Please do a collage from the books. Have you ever bought the cut collage kindle book?

[@erikaweirdsurname4150]

i love the book with medical stuff. it would be great for commercial work such as t-shirts or album covers ;)) im sure the images in these are licensed as-well, or at least it should be

[@sidnijones1669]

Definitely do a challenge!

[@Maddie-xw2df]

I've used the 1st book for nearly a year, it's great as a back up if i can't find an image i want. also keep the one with the medical images for a gory halloween collage!! xx

[@eastofhoney]

Good plan!! Perfect for Halloween!

[@robinfariel4691]

the book w/medical pix was printed on both sides

[@eastofhoney]

GAH the worst!!!

[@pallor17]

The last one was my favorite. Lol