MINI BOOK using 8.5 x 11 PAPER | PAPER CRAFTING

I created this mini book using 8.5 x 11 paper. I hope this inspires you to make one and decorate it however you wish. This is also a great way to use your stash. This can be used as a journal, inspirational book or even given as a gift. HAPPY CRAFTING!!!
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NOTE: THIS MINI BOOK MEASURES 4.25" x 2.75"
**SUPPLIES USED**
-Scraps of Paper
-Cardstock
-Scrapbook Paper
-Embellishments
-Stickers
-Any stamp sets/sentiments
-Markers
-Signo Uniball Gel Pen - White - bit.ly/2vaSKVK
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[@sherilee9844]

Tracey, I work in a nursing home and I have a resident who watches you faithfully and she turned me on to you. We love watching you and have made several of your mini books and flowers too. May God bless you always! We appreciate so much your wonderful ideas and especially your calm voice. Hugs!

[@MindlessCrafting]

Awesome! Thank you so much for watching. I would love to send both of you a card. Thanks also for taking care of our seniors. You are a blessing. You can email me the address at [e-mail]

[@siretmeleni4968]

She did that ----stiching ---- instantly!

[@glendadyar8975]

Cute as always! I’ve never seen your paper in 8x11. Only 12x12! Thanks for sharing.

[@creamcorn23]

You're incredible. I'm very new to any of the computer stuff. But you have fantastic ideas. Your voice is calming and relaxing. I have spent more time cleaning my craft room than crafting. Now because of you, I am enjoying crafting. I like how you use what you have. I love that you include Cinnamon! more or less, Ha ha ha And your easy approach, kind words. I am 62 years old and live alone. You've become my crafting friend. You're my Anxiety Medicine! Keep it up . Thank you for considering those of us who arn't professional but Pretty darn good! lol

[@MindlessCrafting]

Thank you so much for making me a part of your day. Your kind words are greatly appreciated. I love what I do and Crafting has allowed me to connect with other. Thanks again. Tracey❤

[@dragonflyer59]

I love these little books... I need to get started on a few of them...maybe complete a couple of them and leave a couple blank until I feel like making more...oh, and all those DT stickers, I pick them up every time I go to DT...

[@claremacdonald3261]

Thanks for showing how to make these. 8 1/2 x 11 paper is everywhere; now I can make something no matter where I go, with just scissors and glue. Love it!

[@lynnebazyluk2226]

I have been watching your videos for the past month. You are an amazing woman!!! Tracy, you have inspired me to use what I have to make pretty things. Just love this mini-book. THANK YOU

[@MindlessCrafting]

I'm so glad to here that. Thank you so much for watching my crafty friend.❤

[@piperjo99]

Love it Tracey! So cute!

[@delmorrow896]

Absolutely adorable - and each one is a piece of original art!

[@jackiblair7932]

I love these little books. I learned to fold a slightly different way and have given them to people for just a little gift. However, you have inspired me to do more. I wanted to take a moment to compliment you on your craftsmanship as it makes such a difference in my opinion. I had to laugh a bit when you got into the zone and did more than you anticipated. Thanks for doing that.

[@laurieg5899]

Hello, oh my gosh oh my gosh oh my gosh!! Squeel!! I'm fan girling here!! you are my new most favorite crafter!!! 😁🤗👏🤩🧡🦍🐅🦌🐘🐿🐻🕊🦅🦉🐢🦔🏷🔖✉✏✒🖋🖊🖌🖍📁✂📎🧸🧷

[@MindlessCrafting]

Awww! Thanks...I am so honored!😍

[@ZenaBattaglia]

I'm making this tomorrow! Gorgeous!

[@sirgnome1114]

What a nice project. I can do that! Your voice is like someone telling you a nice story!

[@cathleenhansen3468]

Love love love your work!

[@rhonmarquess3146]

I just love this Tracey! ❤

[@Shadypeanutlane]

I just love this! Your ideas (such as the little red squares addition) really relax my creative side of my mind.

[@rosie6094]

Love your cute little mini books. Thanks for sharing. Blessings.❤️❤️❤️

[@EvaVilla-pm5mv]

Very nice love how you used the tag on the cover.

[@marshafreemon9381]

Darling minibooks! Thank you so much!

[@kathiehamerik3063]

i get so much inspiration from watching you. I love this. I made my 1st card and thought of you as I did it. what a Blessing YOU are. MISS. TRACEY.

[@jeanettewyatt9525]

thank you for sharing! your tags and cards look so good. i appreciate the demonstration of the technical folding for the book.

[@Valeriearts2]

So cute, love all the special little details.

[@angeliablalock8851]

I enjoy watching your videos. Your teaching makes it all so simple. Thank you so much for sharing your time and talent! God bless you and your family 😀

[@dustyboots03]

Your videos are so relaxing to watch! You always remind me to just go with the flow!

[@connie7126]

Hi Tracey! I love your mini books, I'm going to try and make some thank you for the encouragement, I love being Creative! Have a wonderful day!

[@noej1003]

Glad to know I can use 1 piece of cardstock. Thank you for this video.

[@MindlessCrafting]

You are si welcome!

[@angelaharrison4965]

I can't wait to make a mini book! You make it look so easy!

[@kimberlymaddox1340]

I recently just found your channel and I must say I love it. I have been doing crafts, sewing, quilting, painting, embroidery, cooking and so much more since I was a young girl. My grandmother taught me so much as well as my Grandfather taught me about the outdoors, gardening and always encouraged my love for animals. I love learning new things. I recently made several flowers from recycled envelopes. They were absolutely adorable. I want to also thank you for sharing such wonderful ideas as well as your awesome talent. Hope you have a wonderful day!!! May God Bless You Abundantly!!!

[@skategirl991]

These mini books are absolutely beautiful, thank you for sharing! I made some of the gift tags too.

[@Edmynice]

I love them, so nice

[@sbudzinski]

Very nice Tracey!

[@junemoore8750]

I just love this and you have such attention to detail! I love learning from your tutorials!

[@MsSuperklutz]

OMG Tracey WOW Your New Mini Book is so cute and adorable!! It was so awesome to be able to watch you create one from scratch and seeing your total process in real time.....and it is Super Fabulous.....just love all of your clever and creative touches to each page.....oh your real time can be as long as you please 'cause i always enjoy every single second of your videos after all what is life all about anyway if you don't take time to stop and smell the roses and enjoy the little things....and your videos so fit right into this category your demeanor......your soothing voice and to be able to watch your creative juices flow...well OMG talk about Jesus spreading the blessings....well there are a multitude of them in each and every one of your videos.....now I started my morning off watching your video.....and girl I'd back track a bit re-watch & re-watch...now real time says 37:55 well I spent -1/2 hours with you =and 3 Kuppa Kuppa's later it was the end....now can you possibly think of a better way to kick start a day? Seriously NOT!!! Oh and I do rewatch your videos of course as what a great way to spend a Crafty break time!! Ok well gotta say bye bye...and guess where I'm going......to watch the "Quilting Marine's video" keeping in all in your family this am. LOL Ok Kiddo here's to your Friday being all that is Fabulous and packed with more Craftabulous fun!! YOU so ROCK!! Joan Smith

[@lacitafleming]

So pretty! I love how you added to the designs using those markers 😍

[@Renee1318]

I made a few of this since watching this video, thank-you so much for sharing!

[@U2416510]

So cute! Maybe I can come up with a Christmas gift list booklet....

[@LarkOnWheels]

These are gorgeous! I've been wanting to make some little booklets for my siblings for Christmas that contain old school pictures. these are perfect for that! Love your videos!

[@normacrespin3437]

Thank You for sharing. You are Awesome!

[@Aljobritt]

Thank you for the video, your so creative and good with colors and designs!

[@cozycraftycat6759]

So lovely! These are a great idea. Thanks for sharing.

[@cristicrafts4836]

Very nice. You make it look so easy. It takes me a while for my creative ideas start to flow, and it’s a piece of cake for you.

[@bonnieduke557]

Love your videos! So creative, informative and relaxing with your soft voice!✨😎🙏🏼

[@99rylee]

Adorable! What a good way to spend the day being creative like this. I'm going to try it. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@MindlessCrafting]

+HRD 77 I really enjoy creating these. It's so relaxing.❤

[@lolapigme7982]

Hi. I’m an official stalker of Tracy- gift basketappeal. I absolutely love everything you do. I’m going to dollar tree getting stuff to do. You are an awesome crafter and teacher. Thank you so much for helping me get my creative juices out. ~ selena Upson

[@marystevick8947]

Love it. Were you ever a teacher. You have such a calming approach and you explain things so well. TFS

[@joanngilbertson7423]

Just beautiful thank you for sharing I love all your crafts and ideas

[@MindlessCrafting]

+JoAnn Gilbertson You are so welcome❤I always appreciate hearing from you. 🍁

[@shantacowan5303]

This is a double thumbs up. I'm trying to get my stash up because I don't have a stamp or those accessories, but I really love this project. Love your channel. Continued blessings to you sis, from my heart to yours.

[@janetedens]

It did inspire me, thanks.

[@doreenducharme6053]

Another wonderful Mini Book. I see you use clear pastry containers to store your completed crafts. I do the same thing too.

[@gena6808]

Thank you so much for posting this....I have really been addicted to making the mini albums and I know I'm going to love this one just as much.....you're the best teacher ever!

[@MindlessCrafting]

Gena Poss Hi Gena, Thank you so much. I try to teach as clearly as possible so that you feel like you can do it. I'm glad you're going to give it a try. Have a great weekend.❤Hugs, Tracey

[@michelleallman4360]

I so love Ollies I buy 99% of all my craft stuff from there or dollar tree lol love this idea with the paper but you always give me great ideas so thank you for your creative ideas and for sharing them 😁

[@evecarnaby8689]

now that i have found you i can't stop watching your videos, thank you so much, i live in the U K so we do not have dollar tree but we have pound shops they are nearly as good x

[@CraftsandMorewithDonnaJackson]

So cute Tracey. Im.making zines right now which are very similar. You give me so much inspiration. Tfs Hugs and blessings Donna

[@rhondacw777]

I love your storage container for your gift tags......you REALLY recycle as much as you can :-)

[@jodyclark7527]

I am creating one along with you during this video! Sooo cute and colorful too.

[@Eleganceonabudget]

So cute, I love how it's so detailed :-)

[@MindlessCrafting]

+Elegance on a budget Thank you. I appreciate you watching🍁❤✂

[@kimmig486]

To cute lov the colors 💖🎃

[@alexandraale518]

Amazing!!! Well done!! Greetings from Germany

[@The502453233]

Amazing mam!!😄😄😄

[@dragonflyer59]

I had an idea of another one while watching this vid and the 12×12 mini book...you have probably already thought of it and may even have a vid on it...use 6×6 mini-mini album that could be used as ornaments...

[@sueanneweddell4831]

I just found your videos this morning and am so glad I found you! I love the way you keep things simple making it easy for anyone to follow! You have such great ideas! I’m subscribed now and thank you for sharing your art! 😃👏🏻

[@MindlessCrafting]

I'm so glad you found us...Welcome ❤❤❤

[@edithforsyth6765]

Thank you! I too love your mini books also great to but in pocket letters. Love your tutorials.👍🍂🎃🍁

[@washTfam]

Edith Forsyth Never thought you include these in my Pocket letters

[@vanessathomas5644]

Thanks my Friend I made four mini Journals I love them and yes Iam a new Subscriber ☕️☕️

[@Charismeansgrace]

I LOVE THIS IHAVE MADE ONE OF THESE YOU HAVE INSIRED ME TO DO MORE AND SHARE THEM TYFS BLESSING MY DEAR

[@bevcote2357]

Might I suggest you lay your bottle of art glitter glue on its side every time you put it down then the glue will already be near the tip. It won't drip out because the tip is so small. Just a thought. Love the video, making a mini book now. tfs Bless you!

[@mariecaissie403]

I think a mothers day book would be nice to make (hint hint) love your work!

[@marymoore6884]

Very nice, tyfs ☺🖒❤

[@felicethomas6594]

Very nice

[@rethalenior1748]

Very Nice

[@karynahern970]

I love all your videos.

[@MindlessCrafting]

+Karyn Ahern Hi Karyn❤Thank you so much.❤

[@karynahern970]

+GiftBasketAppeal, you are very welcome

[@karynahern970]

💜💜

[@gloriaworkman2448]

I love THESE .....:)

[@MindlessCrafting]

Thank you Gloria!!! :)

[@bobbi7052]

Tfs

[@annettelunnon9040]

I just found you! Love to watch you create. Where do you find the encouraging word/tags?

[@badmammajamma8682]

Just curious if you are ever going to venture into folio albums. You simply would be the best Teacher!!!

[@MindlessCrafting]

Thanks. It's not something on my list, but now that you mention it I'll have to see what it is.

[@dragonflyer59]

is Elmers glue sticks strong enough to hold the paper together?

[@devraedwards5748]

As always you’ve created something special!!! Thanks for being you and letting you shine! I have a question... Is this Colorbok paper a card stock thickness or is it just regular paper thickness? I couldn’t tell. I’ve started making one and just used a sheet that I had purchased at Michael’s separately. Thanks again!!!

[@MindlessCrafting]

+D. Edwards Thank you so much. It is more of a cardstock/Scrapbook paper thickness without being too hard to bend. Thanks for watching ❤have a wonderful crafty weekend! ❤Tracey

[@devraedwards5748]

Thanks for the quick reply! :)

[@devilwoman02]

Love it and those tags where did you get them at???

[@MindlessCrafting]

+Melissa Sandoval hi Melissa...Thank you. I made the tags from cereal boxes. I put the tutorial link in the description box. ✂🍁✂

[@janethowell341]

Thank you Tracey for sending me back to this sight. I don't know if it's because I'm 75 years old. that I can not remember how to do this. HAY, positive thinking, I'm 75!! right? Can you tell me how to save this so I don't have this problem again? Thank you once again.

[@sandrabuchanan3995]

I [ike this size page... have you tried gluing a second folded page to it to double number of book pages?

[@sandrabuchanan3995]

Quick Question - was this double sided more like cardstock weight? I'm having trouble finding double sided paper I like to do this for Halloween. thanks

[@MindlessCrafting]

Yes it is like cardstock. This would be great for Halloween.

[@sandrabuchanan3995]

I'm going to teach this size at our September Crop...and supply the paper as well as some embellishments. A make-and-take....Thanks for the inspiration!

[@camillewhite-harrell7226]

Can you use 12x12 paper and not have so many pages as your demonstration had with the 12x12?

[@MindlessCrafting]

+Camille White-Harrell I already did the 12x12 and it shows the entire process.

[@kriskraftsmorewilson9651]

How do you , know what side to glue

[@MindlessCrafting]

Start with the cover and it will all come together. The spine will start to take shape. Look carefully around 5:28 of the video. I hope that helps.

[@ojmuniz1]

what size are your tags

[@MindlessCrafting]

+Ozzie Muniz 3.5" x 2.25"

[@ecgc4sweetmemories1]

I wish there where here a dollar tree

[@lindawynder2464]

You should make then I to pockets. Also you need to talk faster.

[@MindlessCrafting]

I need to just be me. I'm not a fast talker! Love ya!

[@MsSuperklutz]

OMG Tracey WOW Your New Mini Book is so cute and adorable!! It was so awesome to be able to watch you create one from scratch and seeing your total process in real time.....and it is Super Fabulous.....just love all of your clever and creative touches to each page.....oh your real time can be as long as you please 'cause i always enjoy every single second of your videos after all what is life all about anyway if you don't take time to stop and smell the roses and enjoy the little things....and your videos so fit right into this category your demeanor......your soothing voice and to be able to watch your creative juices flow...well OMG talk about Jesus spreading the blessings....well there are a multitude of them in each and every one of your videos.....now I started my morning off watching your video.....and girl I'd back track a bit re-watch & re-watch...now real time says 37:55 well I spent -1/2 hours with you =and 3 Kuppa Kuppa's later it was the end....now can you possibly think of a better way to kick start a day? Seriously NOT!!! Oh and I do rewatch your videos of course as what a great way to spend a Crafty break time!! Ok well gotta say bye bye...and guess where I'm going......to watch the "Quilting Marine's video" keeping in all in your family this am. LOL Ok Kiddo here's to your Friday being all that is Fabulous and packed with more Craftabulous fun!! YOU so ROCK!! Joan Smith