How to Make an EPHEMERA HOLDER and a FABRIC HARD COVER for a Junk Journal | #1 | Handmade Journal

If you would like to learn how to make a sturdy and durable hard fabric cover for your journal or ephemera holder, then this video is for you!
Hey Guys!
Thank you for stopping by! Today I have a two-in-one sort of tutorial for you - we are going to be making an EPHEMERA HOLDER together but all the techniques I'll share with you can also be used to make a HARD FABRIC COVER for your JOURNALS.
I have been making journals for over a year now and during this time I have developed a technique of making a durable, sturdy cover for my books that can securely hold my signatures and will not disfigure over time. I am so happy to share the technique with you today, along with my favorite supplies and loads of useful tips and tricks along the way.
The ephemera book that we are making today is not my original idea (many crafters use them) but it is my original method of making one. Storing my ephemera this way helped me to organize it better and use it more, so I highly recommend making a book like this!
To make the process easier to follow, I am listing all the measurements and supplies below so you can go back to them at any point. Also, I am going to put some time stamps to where I show you my current book and talk about what we are going to make differently this time and why, as well as for the supplies and the process itself.
In case you have any questions - as always, feel free to ask in the comments. I will be happy to help in any way I can.
MEASUREMETS:
My current ephemera holder:
26 cm or 10 1/4 inches - length of the cover
16,5 cm or 6 1/2 inches - width of the cover
7,5 cm or 3 inches - width of the spine
The book we are making today:
21 cm or 8 1/4 inches - length of the cover
15 cm or 5 3/4 inches - width of the cover
3 cm or 1 1/4 inches - width of the spine
SUPPLIES:
2mm bookboard or heavy card for the cover - two pieces cut as per the measurements above
lighter card for the spine - cut as per the measurements above
fabric for the cover
piece of cardstock to reinforce the cover on the inside
PVA/wet glue
paint brush, water and paper towels
1 piece of 12x12 paper for the end papers
4 pieces of 12x12 paper for the pages
vellum for pockets
needle, awl and linen thread for the binding
TIME STAMPS:
01:33 - flip through of my ephemera book and its pros and conns
09:56 - supplies
17:36 - making the cover
Johanna Cloughs video that inspired the binding for my first ephemera book:
• Nameless | Vintage Art...
Hope you will enjoy this tutorial and find it useful! In the second part we are going to be making pockets and binding our pages into the cover. Stay tuned!
Thank you for watching.
Hugs, Martyna
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If you are looking for some more ideas on how to actually use a junk journal, check out my 'Junk Journal with Me' series!
• JOURNAL WITH ME - How ...
Some journals I made that you may enjoy:
My personal junk journal, botanical themed: • FLIP THROUGH: My New P...
Stargazer journal collection: • FLIP THROUGH | CELESTI...
Bright and Cheery - floral and nature themed collection full of gorgeous papers and colours: • FLIP THROUGH | 'Bright...
Ode to Nature - TN size journals inspired by work of the amazing Edith Holden: • FLIP THROUGH | 'Ode to...
And if you would like to make a soft cover junk journal, but don't know where to start, follow my 'Junk Journal from Start to Finish' series!
Episode 1: the Cover - • HOW TO MAKE A JUNK JOU...
Episode 2: the Papers - • HOW TO MAKE A JUNK JOU...
Episode 3: the Ephemera - • HOW TO MAKE A JUNK JOU...
Episode 4: Sewing in the Signatures and Final Touches - • HOW TO MAKE A JUNK JOU...
Episode 5: the Final Flip-Through - • FLIP THROUGH | Nature ...
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My Etsy shop:
www.etsy.com/s...
For snippets of my creative process, and sneaky clips from the backstage, please follow me on Instagram:
/ tealandtattered
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Music ⓒ - Kevin MacLeod
KZbin Audio Library

[@TealandTattered]

Hi Guys! Today I have a two-in-one sort of tutorial for you - we are going to be making an EPHEMERA HOLDER together but all the techniques I'll share with you can also be used to make a HARD FABRIC COVER for your JOURNALS. Hope you will enjoy :) Stay tuned for the second part! Hugs, Martyna

[@Christine-777]

THANK YOU, Miss Martyna!! I've been checking back daily for this, however, was busy the past couple days. I'm elated to watch this mini series!! *happy, girly dance* 😂🥰❤ Thank you, again! Much, much love and appreciation from Texas, USA! ~ Christine 💞

[@Christine-777]

Only several minutes in the video, and, Yes, ma'am! "...two birds with one stone". Once again, your English is impeccable. You used the phrase beautifully and accurately! Well done, sweet friend! ❤

[@maxmario9196]

instablaster...

[@melfraser463]

This is a fantastic journal cover tutorial for beginners and more experienced crafters. Your explanation is brilliant; no changes required. I think the word that escapes you when describing wrapping the fabric over the cover is EDGE(S). 😉

[@mar4148]

Loving the longer chatty process videos! A handy tip for curving spines is if you place the book cover face down on your mat with a piece of doweling rod or a thick pencil underneath the spine - any smooth stick would do, just check its the right with for the spine - and roll the spine over and back across the stick with your palms until it takes on a curved shape. If you do this before the glue dries completely then it holds its shape more easily, so I do it before I add end papers or paper the inside of the spine.

[@Melinda-S]

You did a fantastic job with providing the instructions in English. I had no issues understanding you. Please don't feel self-conscious. Thanks for sharing this. I'm going to save it for when I'm ready to make a hard cover journal.

[@jenlitscreations]

I have made lots of covers and this is one of the best tutorials I have seen. You explained so that anyone should be able to follow it. TFS

[@TealandTattered]

Thank you so much for your kind feedback! I'm so happy ou found it easy to follow! xx

[@redmarilynn]

How utterly beautiful! I love how you pay attention to precision and detail. Your English is absolutely perfect and you explain the process so clearly. Thank you so much.

[@JoyeFisher]

Your English is very good and your instructions are very clear

[@mariad4183]

LOVING the blue and pink print! I want to cover a wall with it! tyfs honey!

[@jenniferbarr4156]

Thank you Martyna! This is the best video explanation of how to make a journal cover. Hugs, Jennifer

[@margarethogan6413]

your explanations are very clear, both verbally and watching you actually do the craft.. Thank you so much.

[@angelathoma-dogwoodpaperarts]

Lovely ephemra holder. Love how it is coming together.

[@mumusjourney1811]

This video is a life saver. Everyone else uses fabri tac on their fabric cover and i cant seem to find a fabri tac. So grateful for this video 🙏🏻

[@TealandTattered]

I know! Can't find it either or when I see it on Amazon it is so expensive. But PVA or any wet white glue that dries clear works great, I've used it for all my covers so far :) Thank you for watching dear and I'm so glad you enjoyed it! Big hugs xx

[@winnieallison8617]

Your tutorial is very clear and concise, easy to follow and your English is perfect. Thank you for sharing.x

[@trishsmith6565]

Wonderful video! I appreciate your step by step instruction! Thanks for sharing your awesome talents, Martyna!

[@graceng5525]

Hi Martyna - I love your account so much and I just shared this tutorial in a Facebook group of 33k people. I hope you get more new subscribers! ❤️💕 because I want to see more of your work!

[@cathielinn9146]

Martyna! You are a wonderful artist and a terrific teacher. I love your work and your teaching style is just right: you show and tell, and that's exactly what I need to improve my book and journal making. You are an inspiration! :)

[@JudyDeeJones]

Absolutely love your fabric, and your instructions and demo are very easy to follow!

[@rhymecreativeshine424]

Ah yes. This is what I waited. Thanks for sharing 💙

[@mariethamalan7463]

Thank you very much. Very good tutorial. Cant wait for part 2. Greetings. Marietha Malan South Africa.

[@chaselip]

Awesome video. Can’t wait for the next video. Beautiful fabric. Thank you💝💝💝

[@donnakennedy87]

Your English is wonderful and so pleasing to the ear. This tutorial is great not only for the beginner but for the advanced as well. Looking forward to part two of this video. I didn't realize I needed an emphemera journal till I saw yours. I need something too to put my pieces in and be able to locate in an easy way and this is that project. Thank you for sharing your creative soul. Donna, in California.

[@TealandTattered]

Thank you so much Donna dear! So glad you enjoyed it xx

[@kellercrucita550]

Your creativity is amazing.

[@karenlulay]

You did a great job explaining and showing what you were doing.

[@TheJournalCottage]

Martina, absolutely gorgeous. I need to get well. This will be #1 on my things to do.

[@barbarawilson5292]

Thank you Martyna , I can not wait to try this after I get some fabric. You are a very good teacher, and I am very grateful that you are sharing your knowledge.

[@TealandTattered]

Thank you so much for watching and your sweet words Barbara! I'm so happy you found this video useful! Big hugs xx

[@pegm7523]

As someone who is new to this process your tutorial is excellent! Very well explained. I was able to follow along with no problem. Thank you so much!! Can’t wait to view your other tutorials. Best wishes from Fort Myers, Florida, USA.

[@judydorman2833]

Great teaching!!! You went slow and ecplained everything very well. I will be looking for the other tutorial.

[@Ammiel7]

Fantastic Martyna Ive been working along with you Cheers🇦🇺❤️

[@507WillowHouseJournals]

What a great tutorial!! You've explained and demonstrated so perfectly how to construct a hard cover journal!! This, I can do! Also, you have such a lovely accent!!

[@katyschnell]

This video was extremely helpful. Thank you.

[@marydray6171]

Martyna, First time commenting. I find your English delivery so elegant during your presentations. You explain so perfectly. As soon as I gather more materials needed, I’ll be making my first journal with confidence because of your tutorial. I can’t tell you how grateful I am. Please continue inspiring us‼️. Respectfully, Mary Dray 💝

[@TealandTattered]

Dear Mary, thank you so much for taking the time to watch my video and to leave me such a beautiful comment. It means a lot to me! I'm so happy you found this tutorial useful and I hope you will enjoy making your first journal! Big hugs xx

[@deandreworley6502]

Your instructions are perfect

[@ritaharker4466]

A brilliant tutorial, everything explained so well and all in real time so we haven’t missed a single step. I’m really looking forward to the next part xx

[@TealandTattered]

Thank you Rita!

[@suni2421]

Nice work. Thanks 4 sharing

[@mkaysartfuljourney1239]

Your directions are perfectly clear ! ❤️💯🙏🏻

[@karenlulay]

I was so excited to see you make these. I want to make some.

[@lmr31721]

I love the fabric you used!! It’s gorgeous! Also...your process and explanation makes total sense. Your English is very good! No need to be self conscious!

[@TealandTattered]

Thank you so much for your kind feedback Lisa! So glad you liked it xx

[@Maggiewaggiemoo12]

Great tutorial, thank you x

[@TheJournalCottage]

Oh my goodness, Martina, thank you for sharing your ideas for your ephemera. Once I’m no longer unwell, this will be #1. I love it. The colors you chose for it are stunning 🦋

[@maggieeisen1624]

Very good instructions!

[@cibinskymojo5750]

Wow! You explained and demonstrated making a book cover so well I actually think I can do it! Thank you!

[@TealandTattered]

You definitely can do it dear! Have fun creating your own cover, and if you have any questions, always feel free to ask me!

[@olwynnsay237]

This is great! I can't wait to make one myself. Very inspirational and your English is perfect. You speak English better than a lot of English people! XX

[@TealandTattered]

Thank you so much dear!

[@nancykirk8913]

Let me congratulate you for giving such a very thorough and easy to understand and follow tutorial on making the book cover. I'm not sure where you are from but I understood you completely and I am so thrilled I found your channel!!! This is the first video I have watched of yours and can't wait to see more! Hugs to you Martyna, and so look forward to watching the next video. Then will go back and watch your older ones too!

[@judygreene3293]

Awesome tutorial! So glad I found you!

[@helennelson3120]

Love it. Thank you Martyna. Keep well and stay safe. I have subscribed to you now so I'll get your notifications. Blessings 💖

[@sheilacrace7839]

Wonderful instruction. I need to find some gorgeous fabric

[@lindabarnes6605]

Really nice and easy to follow!

[@suzannehicks5856]

I am a newbie as of June 2021! I LOVE your work and appreciate that you share your expertise with us. I made some tickets after watching your video and your English is excellent considering it isn’t your first language. Thank you so much 😊

[@sandyrector3853]

you are doing a wonderful job!...enjoying your videos very much...

[@debbiejones6702]

So beautiful! I need to give this a go.... very good video & instructions. 👍🏼

[@Tattytreasure]

I've been saving this 😁

[@sewinlove_co]

This is such a great idea and a great tutorial! A 90/14 microtex or topstitch needle might solve your problem with sewing through two layers of acetate and heavy cardstock. Even a cheap sewing machine should be able to handle it, with the right needle.

[@TealandTattered]

Thank you for a great advice Sheila! I love using acetate for the pockets but I really wouldn't like to break another needle! I will definitely look into it :)

[@SandysCreativeStudio]

Hi Martyna, I am new to journaling and I just wanted to say how easy and understandale you made this for me. I already jave so much ephemeral and it is just in many different place around my room, I am looking forward to making this for myself. BTW I love love love your fabric!

[@russellmiles8783]

OMG. I admired your ephemera booking tourist recent video and this video popped up in my feed.🥰

[@TealandTattered]

Hope you'll like this one dear!

[@lindajohnson615]

You do very good explaining the process. Have enjoyed your videos. Have inspired me to make an ephemera book myself.

[@rhondamarshall7039]

Beautifully executed and explained, thank you very much.

[@TealandTattered]

Thank you Rhonda! 💕

[@tannabella6071]

💕thanks for sharing!

[@Sheamarie]

Great tutorial. Thank you so much.

[@heartoftexasstudio]

Great tutorial! Great idea!

[@Maggita2015]

Love this tutorial 💞😍❤️

[@carlatavares3715]

Great tutorial Martyna, thank you for sharing xxx

[@TealandTattered]

Thank you for watching Carla! So glad you liked it xx

[@salvagedcountrycharm-alici3216]

Beautiful cover! Love your fabric

[@TealandTattered]

Thank you so much Alicia!

[@marilyntorsch3970]

Great explanation on how to make a journal cover. You were very clear. Thank you for sharing🤗

[@TealandTattered]

Thank you! So glad you liked it! xx

[@danine56]

The fabric you used for the cover is ever so pretty m loved your video ty xx

[@TealandTattered]

Thank you so much dear! ❤

[@mikemelissaporter]

Great information thank you for making these videos

[@sarahkruczek2623]

Brilliant thank you hun x

[@lettysellmer3709]

Your instructions were very clear thank you so much

[@TealandTattered]

Thank you Letty! 💕

[@mkaysartfuljourney1239]

Beautiful! ❤️

[@joannastanden5816]

Just found you ..love your work very nice well done.

[@aarahhaase6116]

Lovely!

[@TealandTattered]

Thank you Aarah!

[@virginiadare02]

You are really going to enjoy this ephemera holder! The colors of paper and fabric are beautiful on their own and together. Excited to see part 2 on how the velum hold up and sewing it in. Thanks!

[@TealandTattered]

Thank you so much for watching Virginia! xx

[@karenstclair9420]

Love this process and the video!

[@TealandTattered]

Thank you Karen! xx

[@emileechristensen7342]

Great tutorial!!

[@monicaterrill753]

thank you for a great tutorial, so straightforward and explained very well! i've had problems trimming at the corners, too short, too long but yours makes sense and it is the first time ive seen a 'rounded' cut', its usually straight and i am inspired to try... once i get my honey to cut out the cardboard pieces! :) tfs!

[@lorieedwards5770]

Hello beautiful! I hope you have a fabulous day! Xoxo

[@TealandTattered]

And the same to you dear!

[@juliekelley4573]

So glad you are showing this. When I first saw your ephemera book I was drooling! I plan to recycle a photo album and use the plastic from that. Can't wait for part 2. You are so very talented.

[@TealandTattered]

Thank you so much for your kind words Julie. Oh and recycling a photo album to make this book sounds great! Have fun with creating your own dear xx

[@dixiehart7275]

Perfect timing for me! Just last night I watched Gail Agostinelli putting cards in a journal and wanted to make one. So fun to find your video first thing today. It was also great to hear your experience so I wouldn't make those same mistakes, thank you!!

[@TealandTattered]

Thank you so much for watching and kind words! So glad you liked it! xx

[@lilyfultz9702]

Hi Dixie, The original ephemera holder was done by Rachel of "Roxy Creations", then an even better version by Gayle Agostinelli, who stated in her tutorial that she was inspired by Roxy Creations, then Martha Manigross who perfected it, also stated in her tutorials that she was inspired by Gayle Agostinelli & she also sells them in her Etsy shop as well as Bella & Grey from Instagram, but they don't do KZbin videos, they were inspired by the original creator, Roxy Creations & even sent her one of theirs which it was absolutely gorgeous! Anyway, that's the story on the ephemera holders or folios, how it came to be, who the original creator is & how the inspiration went from Rachel to Gayle, from Gayle to Martha, from Rachel again to Bella & Grey, but don't know which one of them inspired Martyna. Take care & stay safe, Lily

[@mycreativespace]

Great tutorial Martyna - looking forward to the next video 🤗 Heading to my craftroom to start creating 🤗 Hugs from Helen 🇳🇴

[@TealandTattered]

Thank you so much Helen! Have fun creating your own book dear! Big hugs xx

[@jansfield5314]

Hi I just found your channel, I learned such a lot from you! I love the fabric as I have a passion for vintage and roses! I can't wait to see part 2! You did such a great job, making the cover properly and thouroughly so it will last a very long time! I agree if your ephemera isn' t in one place, you forget what you have, so it doesn't get used! Tyfs 💐

[@DonnaLueders]

Beautiful fabric!! I was so glad to see that you were going to show how you made your wonderful book, I love it. And, I think you explain everything so well down to the point of even saying why you let the glue set before you bend the book. So helpful to everyone. Thank you

[@TealandTattered]

Thank you so much Donna for your kind feedback! I'm so glad you found it helpful! Thank you for watching and big hugs

[@graceng5525]

Martyna, when I saw this ephemera book in your ticket tutorial, I was so inspired, I started making it on my own. You really inspire me with your creativity and you are fast becoming my most favorite KZbinr. I did not know how you had made your pages (before this tutorial) but I was going to sew on one side with the acetate and then glue it to another one which I also sewed on. That way you don't have to sew through so many layers, just a suggestion to help you save your sewing machine needles. :) And also thank you for being so thoughtful to include inches in your measurements.

[@TealandTattered]

Thank you so much for such kind words Grace! I am so happy you like my videos, it means a lot to me. And thank you for the great suggestion! I haven't thought about gluing two pages together and it's brilliant! I'll definitely try it when I make another book like this (and I already know I will need at least one more lol). Big hugs and smiles xx

[@kathym4112]

Martina your instructions were just perfect and I just love your journals they are beautiful I am looking forward to the second tutorial here shortly ! Thank you for your help with this journal !!

[@elizabethmaloneorlando217]

Martyna your explanation was perfect, very precise, not to worry. Glad I found you, enjoyed this tutorial. Love the fabric that you chose. TFS 💞🌼🎈❤

[@TealandTattered]

Thank you so much for watching and your kind feedback Elizabeth! So glad you liked it xx

[@sunshinecrossing]

Such a great video! So easy to understand. Thanks for sharing. Beautiful fabric!! I am making my first journal and you help me keep up my enthusiasm. Thank you again. I look forward to seeing more from you!

[@funkeyjournals3674]

You read my mind! I’m wanting to make one of these! Yours is very nice looking with all the stitching! TFS ❤️

[@susanjones7872]

Beautiful job with this tutorial! Very easy to follow. Looking forward to part 2. Thank you!!♥️

[@adirondackErin]

Nice!

[@gypsycatharina]

WoW , That is a nice tutorial! Thank you ! Love ❤️RINI❤️

[@glyndaolive9434]

Thank you so much for sharing your process. It was very clear and helpful. Can't wait for part 2!! (What is that beautiful fabric you used? I love it)!

[@TealandTattered]

Thank you so much Glynda! So glad you liked it. I got this fabric months ago on Aliexpress :)

[@LaureWaytek]

Beautifully made cover, and wonderfully explained. You covered all the needed details to reproduce the lovely results you showed us. I enjoy your teaching style. You are getting down to business, with good preparation, and you are thorough. The ephemera holder is a project I need to do. I'm eager to see more of your useful tutorials.

[@larkm.dalinrobart3316]

Watched once, then followed along and made my first book. So much fun (just what I needed after a somewhat stressful day) and so easy to make!! Looking forward to next steps!

[@michelkleban1645]

Great idea, keeps things organized

[@karenpruis501]

Great tutorial! I can't wait to see part 2, Martyna.

[@lfarren1020]

Thank you so much Martyna. This was a wonderful tutorial. It was very well detailed and the video and closeups were just fabulous. Thank you again for sharing how to make a hard cover fabric book cover. Hugs and blessings.

[@TealandTattered]

Thank you so much for watching and your kind words Lisa! So glad you liked the tutorial. Big hugs dear xx

[@CoastalCrafterUK]

Wonderful! Thank you so much for this tutorial! This is exactly what I needed!

[@Nature31-e5s]

I'm your new subscriber from india 🤗🌺🙏

[@Jeannes1234]

What a terrific tutorial! I love all the details you put in the description box too. You are such a great teacher!

[@TealandTattered]

Thank you so much for watching dear! So glad you liked it xx

[@loisr3970]

I am so happy I was going to ask about your ephemera holder I love it!!! thank you!!1

[@KrissiCreates]

I love this tutorial so much ! Very easy to understand and so helpful!! Love to fabric you used for the cover and the paper you used for end and spine cover. I can't wait to see part 2 !! So excited to make an Ephemera book. My photo album ephemera holder is not working as well as I had hoped. Thank you so much for this !!

[@TealandTattered]

Thank you for watching Krissi! I'm so glad you found this useful. Big hugs xx

[@jodietrinderlloydwebb8360]

Thank you, I really enjoyed this lesson and I love your beautiful fabric, take care xx