Making a Vintage Journal Using a Children's Board Book

[@debbieacosta8448]

What a fun idea to do with these little books. So cute with the old black and white ladies.

[@TheJournalCottage]

Fantastic !! Love love love ! As I have so many of these that were my grandchildren’s and was going to donate xxxx Yay ! So excited it’s 11 pm and want to start straight away ! Thanks so much for sharing this inspiring video xx

[@madebymartha]

So wonderful to hear! Have fun with those board books💖

[@annemariemurphy4049]

First video in awhile I watched to the end. What a great little project idea. Your book came out beautifully. Thank you so much for sharing this process video. I learned a lot of great tips. Gold on the page ends was brilliant. 🎉

[@madebymartha]

So glad you enjoyed it! I am very much the amateur video maker so I’m glad when others enjoy them😊💖

[@alanabooth5434]

I love this! You are inspiring me to use all my vintage pictures and ephemera ! I love watching your process and listening to you..thank you for sharing!

[@madebymartha]

@@alanabooth5434 thanks so much for your lovely comments! It makes me so happy to be able to inspire others

[@ochervelvet9687]

Beautiful! Thanks for sharing your process.

[@corinnepert7433]

I almost always go back and add a tiny something after I'm "done" too. This came out great! Some board books you can peel the outside layer off the pages so they will accommodate the extra papers more easily and you don't need to widen the spine. Thanks for the demo on how to do that step.

[@madebymartha]

Thanks! I think I’m addicted to altering board books now😊💖

[@GwenTheTrashWitch]

Loved watching you create this little book! Clever adding the sparkle at the end! New sub! Nice to meet you! ❤

[@madebymartha]

@@GwenTheTrashWitch 💖💖💖

[@carolkutzdesigns]

Fun idea! Thanks for sharing ❤😊

[@barbarabreidenbach3717]

I love it and like the ladies in combination with the old book pages very much. Great idea. Thanks for sharing.

[@madebymartha]

Thank you - this is my favorite style😊💖

[@karenferguson7662]

This is absolutely gorgeous. Thank you for sharing it with us. It's the first time I've watched you, but it won't be the last.

[@madebymartha]

@@karenferguson7662 thank you!💖

[@elizabethnaisbitt1795]

This is so cute and gorgeous tfs xo

[@madebymartha]

Thanks💖

[@NigezzaCreates]

Love this 💜

[@madebymartha]

@@NigezzaCreates thank you!

[@loveforpaper6203]

Love this

[@rondaliebert3213]

I've made several board book minibooks. They are really fun to make. They come in some really neat shapes. I've made some by cutting the pages apart and punching holes and using binder rings. I like the way you kept them together. I'm going to try that next time.

[@madebymartha]

Glad you enjoyed it! I like the idea of cutting the pages apart and using the binder rings. I might try that next😊

[@SewHappy061]

What a wonderful idea! I'm really loving collaging lately. This is so inspirational. Thank you!

[@madebymartha]

It makes me so happy when I can inspire others. So glad you enjoyed the video and happy creating💖

[@justjaney7]

Such a cute little book ❤ love this idea 💫

[@darylfisher8341]

Now I know what to do with my board books.😊

[@madebymartha]

That’s great - it super fun to repurpose board books😊💖

[@jeannemclaughlin9630]

tyvek would work for covering the seams between the pages

[@michelemonet7616]

Love this so much…thanks for sharing! ❤

[@ASoulsHeartbeat]

New subbie. Loved your altered book. It turned out great. Do you find much difference between this one that you glued the spine down from the ones you removed it entirely? Also liked the added touch of the gold painted edges and gesso spots. Thanks for sharing Patti

[@madebymartha]

I do notice a little bit of difference when I open and close the books. I would recommend removing the spine piece and using tape or fabric on the spine

[@lynnesheppard993]

Love your art!! Is there a shop where you got the women images you used on the pages of this book? Thanks for sharing.

[@madebymartha]

@@lynnesheppard993 thanks so much! The image on the cover of my little book is from a book I got on Amazon with images to cut out and use in collage. The other images inside the book are digital images that I purchased on Etsy, but unfortunately, I had printed them out quite a while ago and cannot remember the specific sellers. I think if you search on Etsy for vintage women pictures you should be able to find some good ones.

[@stephanieweldy8911]

What adhesive do you use and how to you manage tha pages not being sticky? Such a great idea-appreciate any tips!

[@madebymartha]

I use a glue stick and the pages are not sticky at all

[@stephanieweldy8911]

@@madebymartha cool! Good to know. Love how this turned out

[@mollyswanner1607]

I would love to know what glues you use

[@madebymartha]

@@mollyswanner1607 for this project I used an UHU glue stick throughout the video. For other projects, I use Fabri Tac or Art Glitter Dries Clear

[@TwistedArtdesigns]

Does glue stick work or do the papers start to come off? I never have luck with glue sticks. I use mod podge. Just wondering your glue stick experience long term.

[@madebymartha]

@@TwistedArtdesigns I have been using this particular brand of glue stick for several years and I have not problems with it. I think it might depend on the quality of glue stick you use, but I’m no expert. I do know that you need to apply a good amount of glue and then press it down with your hands for a short time to make sure that it adheres to your surface. Also I only use it on thinner papers (and sometimes thin fabrics).

[@calvinguile1315]

FUN! Can’t wait to get started….

[@jannikretlow406]

Gorgeous! Thank you for sharing your process.

[@sandybroderick2932]

❤LOVE it!!!!

[@emanuelagiorgini4451]

Molto bello. Grazie per aver mostrato tutto il procedimento. L'oro sulla pagina rende il libro elegante .😊👍❤❤

[@sherelynwhite4130]

Just came upon your video. I also make board books. This one you've shared is delightful. Always love when there are added words of encouragement and positivity! Well done! May I ask... where did you find these adorable cut-outs? Thank you!🌺🌈🙋‍♀️

[@madebymartha]

@@sherelynwhite4130 I’m so happy you enjoyed it! I know that the image on the cover came from a book I got on Amazon - it’s specifically made for cutting out images for collage. The other images are digital images that I had already printed out so I cannot remember exactly who I bought them from. I have lots and lots of digital images and sometimes I don’t keep track of who I bought them from😬. If you go on Etsy, you can probably search vintage photos and find some.

[@SamiraAkhm]

Thank you for sharing! Beautiful art piece. Can you please share how you use it? Due to busy background, you cannot use it as the notebook. So what you do with it afterwards? Thank you.

[@madebymartha]

I have it displayed on a bookshelf😊

[@danzorig2086]

That was a cute project , a master piece if you will. Loved it. Thank you for sharing your talents💕💕💕 I have a little book like that ( a little bit bigger) and wanted to do something special…. Now I know what to do with it 😊

[@madebymartha]

Yay! Have fun😊💖

[@joycemccullough7856]

I love how the book turned out! Thanks so much for sharing your process. I have yet to do a board book but it’s on my art bucket list!!! ❤

[@madebymartha]

Hope you give it a try!💖

[@Komponents]

I always worry that the glue stick won’t hold up over time.

[@madebymartha]

Well, I’ve heard that it depends on the quality of the glue stick, but I’m definitely no expert. This particular glue stick I use was recommended by an artist that I trust about four years ago or more. Since I’ve been using it I have not had any problems with it. All of the pages I create in my art journals are for my personal use so I can always go back and reglue things if I need to.

[@sherelynwhite4130]

In time, items glued with glue sticks can separate from the surface it's glued to. For items you might sell or give away, you could use a pva or a product called glitter glue.

[@martha_makes_art]

Very fun project ❤

[@madebymartha]

Thanks - I like your name😊💖

[@Judymontel]

Wow! It's gorgeous and totally unique. Thank you!

[@madebymartha]

Thank you💖