Christmas ENVELOPE NOTEBOOK - PART 2/3 - PAGE DECORATION [Tim Holtz & Sizzix Christmas 2023]

[@sarahglinsmann6792]

You are such an inspiration for me and for so many people. Thank you for using your dies in such creative ways. You are not afraid to cross traditional borders and just do you. Don’t ever change. ❤

[@londaedwardsrau3245]

It's so interesting to see your project process. Thank you for the detailed explanations. Also, I love the contrast between your "makes" and the others that are shown on Tim's lives. The others are nice, but in predictable colors and often simple in style. Yours stand out because they are unique and uniquely "you". We can instantly see how much time and effort you have invested in your projects. Wonderful. 👏 👏 👏

[@amyvetter1830]

inking the white Santa created some wonderful shading, love the moon too

[@robinknutson8765]

I have folders and boxes with my negative die cuts I rarely throw any away

[@candmmom]

I am with you on mark making. Instead of calling it fake mark making why not 'faux' mark making!! I LOVE this project!!

[@allisonjames2923]

Or collaged mark making 🤷‍♀️

[@susangrumman9187]

Luise your techniques are only rivaled by your great imagination! Quite frankly, I was shocked to hear that someone had said something you did looked "easy"! Of course, there are some easy elements ... but coming up with the ideas and the plans is HUGE! And, for the most part ... it's NOT easy! Thank you for sharing your process with all of us! I am inspired by you ... every single time!!!

[@leahwebb9622]

I'm very proud that you are on Tims design team. That's a huge achievement. Wish I had some of your vision .

[@debrak5314]

We can’t be good at everything! I think my clusters look terrible but others seem to have no trouble with them. Use whatever helps you to do the process. Love this envelope.

[@nelsonshakespeare2881]

My Papi was Dutche and I understand your culture and was taught I too use everything I can use in my art because my parents taught me to be very mindful with my spending and caring of my things. I have held onto the negatives of many die cuts waiting fir a great mass make to use as accessory with my journals. Great ideas you offer and thank you very much for sharing your talents with us all. I will of ourse also listen/watch your dutche video to keep my brain understanding at least some of the German language I hold from my 5 years in Hessen. Have a great week!!! 🎉 from Idaho USA.

[@margaretcomella3318]

I'm loving hearing all of your thoughts on the process! Thank you Luise!❤

[@tharp2499]

"Glowing out of the grunge" is my new favorite phrase!!🤩💖 It says so much. It expresses so much. Like, out of decay comes beauty, in my heart & mind.💗...sigh... I just had to throw that in. Now, back to this awesome video!😉 Oh...p.s. I love how you created that little swooping glow below the moon. Just so cool.💗

[@cindyhenry1410]

This is so fantastic! I have always loved using the negative “leftovers” on my projects (and I save everything!!), I have considered that my “MO” with ATCs....I would decorate the front and use the negative on the back where my information goes....slipping the date and my name, etc into the negative space using a very thin marker. I find it fascinating that you don’t like/think you’re good at making marks! I never would have guessed that about you...this just shows how we are all different with different styles and talents and when you discuss your strengths/weaknesses, it makes you “human” and we can all relate!! I, for one, very much appreciate your honesty and your openness. You are a joy to watch and listen to. TYFS!! ❤️🦋💜

[@kellyjean4981]

My favourite pieces from this video - the Merry and Bright tag ❤, and that fantastic Santa in those brown and black tones. But I love it all

[@EvilMsMe]

You are so inspiring. You DO make things look so easy, and I fall for it every time. Then I try to copy it and... Well... Let's just say that I am a crafter. You are an artist! Love your work and I really appreciate your videos.

[@allisonjames2923]

Wow!!! That colouring of the Santa like that was so cool! … and then you massacred the poor guy 😱 no pressies for you young lady! Mind you, you’d probably be happy with some coal & whip up a super grungy, funky project lol 🤣 I love that you constantly try different things & never get stuck on just one formula for something that worked. The mark of a true artist!

[@scarytimes1984]

Love your use of the die cut negatives and non-traditional Christmas colors.

[@KimzCraftz]

This is an amazing project, I love it. I think you are clever for recognizing the potential of the die cuts and the remaining papers. Thank you very much for sharing with us.

[@jodieb4970]

I'm so happy you are showing the full process of making this envelope notebook. You do a great job of explaining. You mentioned struggling with media marks. I struggle with sewing. Some day maybe. Thank you for sharing this video series.

[@cindyhenry1410]

Me too!!

[@risamateo8003]

I have a hard time with Mark making 😆 It seems so simple but when I do it it doesn't feel authentic. You have taught me to follow my creative spirit and I'm very grateful. Can't wait to watch the next video in this series ❤

[@rachelgale54]

I absolutely LOVE your grunginess !

[@craftbird1]

I too struggle but with writing on my work. I now use stamps or stencil words. It works for me. Thanks for sharing.

[@annaengberg]

I'm having troubles with mark making too, so your idea is awesome! I think it's mark making, stop. Note fake, since it's just another medium. 😊 I really enjoy seeing this process!

[@myrnadahl105]

Wow!!! You are truly inspiring and thank you for sharing your philosophy about all the creative work/play that goes into your creative projects. It is truly helpful and makes us all feel better. ❤️

[@DeniseS-6867]

Just loved watching the page decorating of this beautiful notebook💙

[@allisonjames2923]

I particularly love the moon pocket. That looks so super cool!

[@hayleythoresson2138]

Love how you use ink can’t wait to try out some of your ideas

[@CarolGefre]

Thank you so much for your inspiration and I love the way you used the negative diecuts! Of course I love the grungy colors.

[@tracytanasiychuk8253]

I’m so impressed with your abilities and talent. So wonderful. Blessings from Canada 🇨🇦

[@nancynorris9822]

Very cute! I like the three-dimensional look! TFS🤗

[@corneliawadehn2139]

Dear Luise, since i am following your channel - i am admiring you for being so brave and trying things. Always explaining your thoughts and create outstanding projects. Thanks so much for sharing❣ you are a treasure and "reincarnation of inspiration".... hugs coquito

[@luiseheinzl]

Thank you so much ❤️

[@inkstampcolor]

Thank you for these process videos! Absolutely LOVE watching you work and listen to your thoughts and ideas. I really appreciate you! ❤️

[@2281CozyBrickCape]

Great explanation of how you did this part. Thank you!❤❤❤

[@KriRama]

Luise you know your 1st envelope journal is still my fav of all the little projects I’ve made! I’m so excited to have a new version 🥳❤️ Absolutely making this &, as always, I will tag u in my post. TFS & always inspiring me!! 😁❤️

[@robinknutson8765]

This is very unique for Christmas Love the color choices

[@merrilynnowlan8907]

Oh you are so talented .. I often watch but don’t comment but love you and thanks for sharing

[@tharp2499]

I have a problem with "perfectionism". I really am working to break my tendency that everything has to be precise & "perfect". Because of my issue, I totally understand what you mean about "mark-making"...I can't do it. I try to be loose & free, to not overthink it. Yet, my attempts just look ridiculous to me. They are static & dull. IDK... I must say however that you, the way you explain combined with your skill and style have really helped me to break free a bit. Though I still struggle, all of your techniques are fairly simple, very doable...with amazing results, full of depth & texture. Even when it's virtually flat! Just amazing, my dear.💗 I have learned & grown the most from you, more than any other of the artists I adore. Thank you so much for always being real, for being your true "self", and for sharing your own struggles with us. Your openness motivates me, and many others I'm certain, to believe in my/ourselves. You are not only amazingly talented, you teach and inspire others to create beauty as well. Many blessings & much gratitude, from California, US.💙💙💙

[@allisonjames2923]

I totally get that mark making isn’t as easy as it looks for everyone. I have the same problem. Same as I can’t doodle, even if I look up cool doodling marks - I can make the shape, but when I put them together in a space, they just don’t look good for me. It’s ok. Our talents lie elsewhere. And I love the way you have used those shapes in lieu of mark making. That spread of the sleigh & both sides look amazing!

[@keenDesign64]

As usual some very cool techniques and inspiration... thank you for sharing with us ❤

[@KateriBurnett]

Hi Luise, wow what a cool take on grunge Christmas so cool. I’m loving it.

[@caroltanzi29]

Fabulous! Carol from California

[@cyndieross2162]

Luise you are so Amazingly talented! 🥰

[@lpooljim]

I love your style, such an inspiration.

[@susangazawaypapercrafting3749]

This is amazing, Luise. 😊

[@MadCatLady9]

Thank you so much Louise, for sharing this make with us. I love the colors you used in this one and how you didn’t do the traditional colors. Love your style!❤

[@carolm4094]

Love this book.

[@toniscott1029]

This is freaking awesome!

[@doreethorpe4800]

Thank you so much for another awesome video. I love watching you create and listening to your explanations. Your artistic style, your imagination and wonderful personality are a joy to me! ❤ I try to channel your imagination when I am working on a project. WWLD (what would Luise do) is a very valuable tool. Can’t wait for the next video!

[@jjournaldiva]

This entire process is amazing!

[@rnrstuffnthings9745]

I appreciate your process.... not so much the speedy versions however... I know some like the speedy but I would rather be able to watch the whole process in real time with the mistakes and all...BUT I LOVE WATCHING YOU AND YOUR CREATIVITY...thank you so much for describing your project and things we can substitute for our own designs...YOU ARE AMAZING ❤ TTFN

[@luiseheinzl]

Thank you very much for your feedback! It's always hard to decide what's interesting for people and what not. My original video footage was 9,5 hours 🙈 and that's without cutting, drying and everything in between....

[@allisonjames2923]

@@luiseheinzlI must admit, while I do greatly appreciate versions with repetitive bits (like gluing & drying) edited out, I do love a more relaxed video between 30 mins to 1 hr. I would have loved to have watched just that spread of the sleigh, moon & pocket on the other side as a full (but edited) video. We can always FFWD through bits that aren’t as interesting. I wish I could just sit & watch 9.5 hrs of making, since you have such amazing ideas, but darn life & that need to achieve things gets in the way

[@elisekt1860]

I feel the same way you do about not being able to do some simple looking painting.

[@HappilyEllaAfter]

❤

[@keenDesign64]

Oh yes..I am doing it but with my groups Colour Combo... Brown and Turquoise.. we can add white/black and a metallic. My make has turned green..how can we fix it is the joy and challenge ..I can do this..fingers crossed❤❤

[@allisonjames2923]

Good luck 🤞 😊