📚📔 Mini Medieval Manuscripts (Part 2) - DIY Books with Clasps & Chains - FREE printables!

Just like books created centuries ago, 1:12 scale mini Medieval manuscripts must also have accurate book details! In this DIY video tutorial with FREE printables, I show how to create three types of mini book clasps, as well as mini chains and metal finishings. Embellishments and chains are accurate to 1:12 scale... it makes ALL the difference to the finished product! 📗
These miniature books REALLY look and feel like Medieval manuscripts... completely functional with rounded spines, illuminated pages, working clasps and chains! How charming and fun they are to create!!! 💗
Medieval miniature books / DIY mini books / How to make miniature books
This is Part 2 of 3 of how to create miniature Medieval books / manuscripts (in 1:12 scale).
Video Timestamps ⌚
02:02 Book clasp - Example 1
07:10 Heat embossing
11:17 Book clasp - Example 2
17:28 Book chains
19:53 Furry blooper
22:52 Book clasp - Example 3
Below are the links to the book printables, helping you to create a set of 18 miniature books
Get your Free Mini Book Covers & Mini End Papers, as well as the Book Pages HERE:
ladyminiac.com/product/mediev...
Supplies 📜🎨🖌
Disclosure: This post and video contain affiliate links. If you visit Amazon and make a purchase via one of my links, Lady Miniac will earn a small commission (without affecting the price that you pay for the product).
Antique bronze metal book corner protector - amzn.to/3z4Gyrw
Red / black / brown faux leather - amzn.to/2UuMTgh
Black liquid shoe polish - amzn.to/3wWIqkY
All Purpose Craft Glue - amzn.to/3al7Xh0
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Toothpicks
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Gold jewellery rings - amzn.to/3wS9Yrp
Black cardstock - amzn.to/3gUHiYd
Versamark clear stamp pad - amzn.to/3vS7h81
Gold embossing powder - amzn.to/3A0CWYi
Cupcake liners - amzn.to/3gVZEb5
Metallic Gold Wax - amzn.to/3lXNHEN
Dresden black foil embellishment - amzn.to/35ZN3Pn (Oh no... it seems Dresden is out of stock everywhere! The item I included in my tutorial seems to not be available at all!
However, there are 2 other suppliers... albeit a little more pricey)
www.vintage-ornaments.com/dre...
OR
rosemille.com/collections/all...
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Dark brown shoe paste - amzn.to/3vPDsoK
Ear cleaning buds
Chain (2mm x 3mm) - amzn.to/3xNXdhw
Chain (4mm x 6mm) - amzn.to/3d5tFEs
Metallic gold acrylic craft paint - amzn.to/3o3DJBT
Tools 📏📐🔨✂
End / front cutters - amzn.to/3MJHszr
Flat steel file - amzn.to/3qhPHco
Micro tipped scissors - amzn.to/3bgZF7I
Straight fine tip tweezer - amzn.to/3extKSp
Curved fine tip tweezer - amzn.to/3extKSp
Rubber tipped wipeout - amzn.to/35LVayK or amzn.to/3kYz9W7
Mini spring clamps - amzn.to/3wTTpLG
Scriber - amzn.to/3qlKOiz
Steel round needle file - amzn.to/3qhPHco
Pen / pencil
Heat gun - amzn.to/3j3JkYH
Small flat bristle paint brush - amzn.to/2R4aCCs
Ball point / embossing stylus - amzn.to/3hbQ0mD
Small round bristle paint brush - amzn.to/3ewguNS
Mini pliers - amzn.to/3xQpXGN
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[@kimhoward4451]

I must say, I was truly captivated watching you create these extraordinary pieces of art.😵 Seeing what you can do is just amazing 👏. You possess the most incredible talent and skill. I find I am mesmerized by your mini books,😵‍💫 like I could just sit and look at them for hours on end. 🧐Your work and your creations are truly something to behold.👁 Thank you so much for this honor of allowing me to do so. 😌 Again, your work and these creations are simply magnificent!💐 🫶 🌹

[@ladyminiac]

Hello Kim... wow, thank you! What lovely and kind words 🤗😘💗💗 I am so glad my channel gives you such joy! 🤗 Miniatures are magical... period!💗 When we see items that look realistic but are a fraction of actual size, they evoke a kind of magic inside us! Add to that the elegance and charm of the Medieval era, not to mention the bling(!)... and one feels completely captivated!! I truly understand... I have a whole lot of love for anything Medieval ⚜️👑 Thank you again! 🥰 Irene xxx

[@dianasaur2131]

I've got a darn parrot that causes mayhem, amazing how far paper can be scattered by a wing beat and how quickly your project gets shredded by face-scissors

[@ladyminiac]

Well Diana... I laughed and laughed!! Face-scissors!! Ha ha ha! 😄😄😄 But not so funny when they ruin your project, hey? I'm so sorry about that... but thanks for sharing! 🦜🦜

[@VasileandPavel]

This is enchanting!

[@ladyminiac]

You are most welcome... thank you for the kind words! 🥰💗📖📕

[@frieda2957]

Mega süße Büchlein 👍

[@ladyminiac]

Danke Frieda! Ich bin so froh, dass sie dir gefallen! 😊💗

[@melissaweyforth570]

These tutorials have been fascinating to watch. They really look amazing!

[@ladyminiac]

Thank you for the kind words, Melissa... I'm glad you like them! Wonderful that you managed to sit through them all! 😊

[@anniehartley8851]

Wow, love this, so tiny and cute, and a lot of work, looks like fun, always wanted to do this. I used to do Medieval Illuminations, but much bigger, it took me months to do, all hand painted, hand written, and then gave them away to friends.

[@ladyminiac]

Hello Annie! 🌷 Oh my goodness... a real illuminator... wow!! THAT is impressive work! I see illuminators on Instagram... what fabulous and painstaking work... people don't seem to appreciate what pure magic and delicate artistry that is! 💗🎨. I'm sure your friends were blown away! PS. What a good friend you are..! 😘🥰👏🏼 As for the mini manuscripts... you should try..! There is something magical about a tiny book that opens and closes and has clasps and chains! I display my set in a glass domed cupcake holder... so cute and always a conversation starter! 🧁💗 All the best, Irene xxx

[@anngee2189]

You're incredible, I love these so so much

[@ladyminiac]

Hello Ann! 🤗 Thank you SO much... you are so welcome!! 💗💗 Yeah, little books are so magic... especially ones with clasps and chains! ❤️📖📕📗📚

[@carolewilliamson8344]

Thank you so much for this enchanting video. How unique and exquisite are these “beautiful little things” - minturebooks. I love them soooo much. Ma blessed love, always. 👏🏻

[@ladyminiac]

Hello Carole! 💗 You are most welcome... thank you for the kind words! 😊😊 Yeah, tiny books are so, so special... everybody loves a miniature book! 📖📕 Always, Irene xxx

[@Alabamastrutt]

These are so beautiful!

[@ladyminiac]

Thank you so much! 😊💗💗 I'm so glad you love them!

[@CytoplasmikZombies]

I've just got to say that one been obsessed with tiny things since I can remember. I especially love tiny functional things! (Or little potions...) I love these so much so thank you for making a video on them 🖤

[@ladyminiac]

Honestly, I'm so glad that there are others who are obsessed with all tiny things! Videos are not easy to make but people like you make it absolutely worthwhile!! Thanks

[@etnrllirb]

WOW, WOW,WOW...I never seen such precise mini work...I admire your patience and steady hands...I really love it...

[@ladyminiac]

You are so kind, Margarita!! 😘🧡 The fun is when the miniatures are just as magical as the real thing!! 😊😊🌸❤

[@easyfoodchannelsa]

Thanks I downloaded your video to my phone and bought a book interior 🙂 just love this thanks

[@ladyminiac]

How wonderful! You are so welcome 💗💗🧁

[@laurabyers5172]

You, my lady, have such lovely talents! Thank you so much for sharing your ideas, creativity and talents. I've been fascinated by the world of Miniatures since I was a very young girl. I love doll houses and can quickly get lost in the world of tiny, adorable and functioning mini's. I look forward to more of your videos in the future. Again, thank you! :-)

[@ladyminiac]

Dear Laura, you bless me with your words 💗. I am so new at this, but it's people like you who make it absolutely worthwhile to push past every difficulty and setback in the journey! Yeah, I don't know many ladies who can resist a miniature... I'm sure we are wired that way 😄... it's something to do with the magic of fairy tales and 'making house'! Don't ever stop seeing the magic in everything. Thanks again 💕 xxx

[@AnneAndersonFoxiepaws]

I have Lancelot's twin in chaos sitting quietly beside me, 5 minutes ago she (KussKuss) had the zoomies, murder mittens and all, tearing through my craft supplies! I think theres a picture of her on my channel page, she looks just like Lancelot. Heather Tracy at Thicketworks is always talking about Dresden foil/trim, it doesn't seem to exist here in the UK unless you want to buy vintage German bits which are really expensive and that is not to mention the shipping from the US! Looks lovely but I'll just keep cutting metal filigree into bits lol!

[@ladyminiac]

Hello again Anne! So sorry for the huge delay... what a crazy time of the year! Firstly, I LOVE your kitty's name!! Ha, ha... KussKuss... how lovely!! 🥰🐈😻 These rascals are in our business every single day... mine lies across my whole work top... I barely have space for my laptop and a small place to film! The rest is given over to Monsieur Lancelot for sprawling! ❤️❤️ As for Dresden foil, I know it's not the easiest thing to get hold of. Take a look at the following 2 links which are in Manchester and Germany respectively: meissaprint.co.uk/product-category/paper/dresden-ornaments/ (Manchester) OR www.walterkunze.de/en/dresden-trim-borders/ (Germany) I hope this helps you. Thanks for the friendly chats always! 🤗💗 Irene xxx

[@ladyminiac]

PS. I love Heather from Thicketworks too!! 💗

[@jansfield5314]

I just love miniatures of anything! These books are wonderful, so glad I found you x

[@ladyminiac]

Such kind words, Jan... thank you! 💗

[@NinaEast]

What a fantastic tutorial! I appreciate all the ideas about adorning the books - so simple, yet so powerful. Can't wait for part 3, as well as future videos. You have a real gift. Glad you found your way into the Wonderland. ;)

[@ladyminiac]

Thank you for your kind words, Nina! I still can't really believe that I'm making videos, never mind that people actually enjoy them! Those last few words touched my heart... thank you. Everyone should try to find their way to theirs 💗💗 xxx

[@jcortese3300]

Not a miniaturist at all, but I just found these videos and they are captivating. Brava!

[@ladyminiac]

Oh wow, that is so kind... thank you so much! 💗 Never say never... you never know about becoming a miniaturist someday 😊😜

[@jcortese3300]

@@ladyminiac I must admit, I would very much love to make a miniature medieval book of Hildegard of Bingen's chant music!

[@ladyminiac]

That's how it starts... taking something that you're passionate about, coupled with some sort of creativity to help you exhale!! Imagine creating the tiny treasure that you mentioned above! ✂️🖌️📚💗👏🏽

[@whitneydickinson3526]

Amazing! I SO appreciate the step by step instructions and the encouragement to focus on the details. Thank you!

[@ladyminiac]

You are so welcome, Whitney! I'm very glad it was helpful to you 😊💗💗 When you watch someone doing it step by step, it becomes possible xx

[@deannamears1102]

Thank you so much for sharing

[@ladyminiac]

You are so welcome, Deanna!! 😘❤

[@peterplantec7911]

Your stunning attention to detail is impressive. Love your techniques.

[@ladyminiac]

Hello again Peter 🤗😊 Sometimes the detail almost kills me, but yes, it is so important! I hope that you can use some of these techniques to have fun with your own minis! Thank you SO much! 💗💗

[@nessiemonstercrafts]

Ive only just discovered your channel and I have to say your attention to detail is just incredible! Absolutely mind blowing!

[@ladyminiac]

Hello Nessie!! 💗😊 Wow, thank you for those kind words... and a very warm welcome and hug! 🤗 Miniature worlds should be as accurate as possible... it makes the "magic" even louder 💗💗 ❤️ Irene xxx

[@trudyannerinehart1694]

You are my Medieval Goddess!!!!

[@ladyminiac]

Helloooo Trudyanne! 🥰🥰 What a lovely, precious and funny comment to receive from you!! It's such a joy when people speak from the heart 💗💗💗 I don't know if I deserve such high praise, but thank you... YOU are wonderful! I had a lovely giggle🤗🤗 I see you commented on my website too... thank you... I will reply there. I'm so glad we have met, I am so happy to have you here! 💗😊📚

[@beverlyhayshouston2770]

I love all things Medieval and Miniature. Beautiful work. Thank you for sharing.

[@ladyminiac]

Hi! I'm so glad you enjoyed it, thank you very much 😊😘 So glad you enjoy the same things... yeah... Medieval rocks! 😄💗

[@beverlyhayshouston2770]

@@ladyminiac I ordered the A4 paper and the paper cutter from your site. I will be ordering the downloads when the paper arrives. I’m so excited.

[@ladyminiac]

Hi again, it's so lovely to see the excitement and joy of creating something... 😊😘 I love it! 💗 I'm sure you will have the best fun, Beverly... 📖📕 enjoy! Always, Irene xxx

[@joleendavison9749]

This is so amazing. Thank you for this...I'm going to make a dragon, then make replicate of my grandchildren all reading one of your fantastic books....

[@ladyminiac]

That actually sounds like a wonderful idea... very Medieval! 😃🐲💗

[@pixel_rajz9461]

My greetings. It’s great to watch the books be made. I hope there will be a sequel?

[@ladyminiac]

Thank you...! Yes, definitely busy with new projects, even though life is getting in the way 😄😄

[@stephanieh.777]

Thank you for these detailed tutorials! I will definitely be making these books! I saw in your description that the Dresden foil is no longer available; but I am going to try using metallic card stock with my embossing dies - that should do the trick.

[@ladyminiac]

Hi Stephanie 🤗, I'm so glad you enjoyed the tutorials! 💗 So glad you are determined to create the books 😊😊. What a fabulous idea to create your own little metallic foil details... wonderful! 👏🏼 As for Dresden foil, I know it's not the easiest thing to get hold of. Depending on where you are (Europe), the following 2 links are in Manchester and Germany respectively: meissaprint.co.uk/product-category/paper/dresden-ornaments/ (Manchester) OR www.walterkunze.de/en/dresden-trim-borders/ (Germany) (For USA) www.vintage-ornaments.com/dresden-foils-trims/frames-corners-fancies?page=2 I hope this helps you. But I'm sure creating your own foils will be better anyway... Enjoy creating the books too! 🤗💗 Irene xxx

[@Rosadecuevas]

Great tutorial, thank you so much! I am looking forward to making several of these books

[@ladyminiac]

Wonderful Rosa! Thank you and enjoy it :)

[@faylenekeep6235]

Thanks for sharing your wonderful talent with us.

[@ladyminiac]

That's so nice of you... thank you Faylene xxx💗😊

[@AnnMiE]

Simply amazing!

[@ladyminiac]

You are so kind... thanks Ann-Mi!! 🌺💗❤️

[@ClaudiaMcNeely]

You definitely take books to an entirely different level! Thanks for sharing your techniques.

[@ladyminiac]

You are so kind Claudia 💗... it's the little things that make a difference (in life too)! I'm so glad other people enjoy them too xxx

[@pauval8644]

Those books are so realistic!!! I love them!!!♥️♥️♥️ I just suscribed to your channel and I hope you upload more content, you've got some pretty cool ideas!! 😊😊

[@ladyminiac]

Thank you Pau! I plan to do just that 💛🧡!

[@hollybyrd6186]

They're all gorgeous

[@ladyminiac]

Thank you Holly 💗😊!

[@sky7wisecrystalrain819]

Thank you for sharing the books are wonderful I so looking forward to part 3!! I keep checking back every day!

[@ladyminiac]

Thank you, you are so welcome! I am editing Part 3 day and night... thank you for your patience! ❤💗♥

[@petrakoster6072]

Wauw amazing, thank you

[@chrisplatyyjones5087]

Hi there I have just subscribed and ordered the half-round so I can start making. Your books are beautiful and your tutorials so clear to watch. I was also reminded of Thicketworks and will be waiting anxiously for part 3. I hope you will make many more tutorials as it is such a treat when both the content and the video are high quality. Thank you so much.

[@ladyminiac]

Wow Chris... thank YOU so much!! It's still a bit surreal that people find it 'easy' to follow my videos. Sometimes I drive myself crazy worrying about the editing cuts and if I'm making certain instructions clear or easy enough. It really helps to hear your feedback... thanks a million 💗 xxx

[@chrisplatyyjones5087]

@@ladyminiac Please don't doubt yourself. Both videos were clear, well edited, to the point, no unnecessary waffling (lol - I really appreciate that) and best of all you gave us a freebie. If you decide to set up a shop I for one will happily pay for your products. Trust your judgement, truly its great.

[@ladyminiac]

Jeepers Chris... that is HIGH PRAISE indeed! Honestly, I am humbled by your interest and support. When starting out, one simply fumbles forward. If you've read my website's About page, you'll know that after a lifetime in the corporate world, all I want to do now is to CREATE... firstly, for my own well-being and sanity... and secondly, to help others to do the same!!! So the fact that you enjoy the videos is so rewarding!! And yes... I also DON'T enjoy waffling videos, so I try to edit accordingly (which is much, much harder than 'live' videos)... but it's worth it! Thanks so much again!!!! 😊😊😊

[@lauriegerber3534]

These are amazing, I excited to try to make some. Thank you for sharing

[@ladyminiac]

You are so welcome, Laurie! I'm glad you like them... have fun! 🎨✂️💗

[@amylandry4108]

Absolutely beautiful!! Thank you so much 🌞🌞🌞

[@ladyminiac]

You are so welcome Amy!

[@amylandry4108]

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[@christafisher8278]

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[@Cindy1234ism]

Very creative! Love them!

[@ladyminiac]

Cinda, thank you! 😊

[@martashoukry1925]

This is fantastic. I absolutelu admire it. Thank you very much for sharing your skills and ideas with us. I've been looking for something like that since a year. I did by myself miniature books with covers with false leather, they are hand sewn, however, couldn't figure out how to make and add metal embellishments. Thank you very much again and can't wait for next films. 😍😍

[@ladyminiac]

Thank you Marta! I'm always happy when someone says they can use what I show!! Thank you for your support! 👏🏻🧡 And I'm sure your tiny books are beautiful 🌸❤

[@filipematias5127]

Congrats on your art work : for a moment I thought I was watching Thicket Works' long lost twin... lol 😉

[@ladyminiac]

Thank you so much Filipe... but I don't think I will EVER stand on that platform! Heather Tracy is in her very own class 💗💗

[@juanitamedina6240]

OMG!! I am facinated with your work. I subscribed yo your Chanel. Thanks for sharing. Where can I find the papers, please??

[@ladyminiac]

Hello Juanita 💗 thank you so much! Just scroll down to the video description... all the links are there 😊😘

[@susanmarie777]

This is a lovely detailed tutorial. I am gathering my supplies. Can you advise where you sourced you dresden foil sheet?

[@ladyminiac]

Hi Susan, thanks 💗 A list of all the tools and supplies are in the video description, but here are the links anyway... www.vintage-ornaments.com/dresden-foils-trims/frames-corners-fancies?page=2 OR rosemille.com/collections/all-dresden-die-cuts/products/embellishments Happy crafting! 😊

[@nnyambenigladysmudau7120]

Hi lady Miniac❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@ladyminiac]

Hello there Gladys 🧡🧡🧡😘!!! So nice to see you here again 🌸

[@joleendavison9749]

I forgot to ask when tutorial3 comes out.

[@ladyminiac]

Hi, I anticipate in about a month's time 😊😳😊

[@BelindaShort]

Really awesome tutorials, thank you =) I looked for the Dresden foil but it's currently sold out on Amazon. Do you know of something similar?

[@ladyminiac]

Hi Belinda, Oh no... it seems Dresden is out of stock everywhere! The item I included in my tutorial seems to not be available at all! If you prefer Amazon, this link here amzn.to/35VsraC is only temporarily out of stock and will hopefully still be available from Amazon in future. However, there are 2 other suppliers... albeit a little more pricey. www.vintage-ornaments.com/dresden-foils-trims/frames-corners-fancies?page=2 AND rosemille.com/collections/all-dresden-die-cuts/products/embellishments I hope this helps you... and thank you!

[@MsJanet1955]

love the books, please tell me where do you get the foil design sheets, couldnt see it in your supplies lists....

[@ladyminiac]

Hello Janet! There are 2 suppliers for the Dresden foil, please see the supplies list underneath the video, or under Mini Manuscripts Part 2 on my website blog. You will see both links on both of those. I hope it helps!

[@trinkacrawford3824]

Where do you get those foil designs and the brass finishings?

[@ladyminiac]

Hello Trinka! All the links for tools and supplies are in the video description (below the video 'SHOW MORE'). You will find the link for the foil designs and the brass nails too. Thanks 💗💗

[@ronniegrundset4447]

Where can i find supply list for this project?

[@ladyminiac]

Hi Ronnie! 🌸 All the tools and supplies that I used are listed in the video description (underneath the video, click SEE MORE). They are also listed in my blog... I hope this helps, thanks! 💗😘

[@Darling.your.Dearie]

How do I get the free printable?

[@ladyminiac]

Hello there! 😊 I always put the printables link in the description below my video, under SHOW MORE. I've also attached it here for you: ladyminiac.com/product/mini-medieval-book-pages/ When you get to the product, scroll through the description and access the free printables there. I hope this help, thanks! Irene xxx 💗

[@Darling.your.Dearie]

@@ladyminiac I paid for the manuscript pages. I got the free covers and ends. Now I can’t find the manuscript pages on my IPad.

[@ladyminiac]

Oh no... so sorry you're having trouble with your printables...!☹️ The printables get emailed straight after payment is confirmed. If you received the book covers and end papers, you should also have received the book pages. Are you sure it's not sitting in your spam folder? Please send me your order number, so that I can email them again to you! Thanks a lot😊, Irene

[@Darling.your.Dearie]

@@ladyminiac No problem! Thanks for the reply! I figured it out and made 3 little books yesterday! Love them! - Kathy

[@ladyminiac]

Oh, that's wonderful... I'm so glad! 📕📖📗📙📔