My Most Disastrous Make

Yesterday I filmed this video and to say things didn't go to plan is an understatement. I'm not the greatest one for measurements but my head was not in the right place for this build. Frustrating is a mild description of what I was feeling.
I've uploaded this video as a reminder that everyone has a bad day and theres always lessons to be learnt. I was up most of the night trying to figure out how to rectify my new art journal and decided at 5am this morning just to start all over again, so I pulled the gel plates out and created new background papers. I'll be filming this afternoon to recreate this Art Journal hopefully with better results this time around.
Links:
The rebuild video: Coming tomorrow
The video where I created the gel print backgrounds: • Gel Print Backgrounds ...
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Ceri Griffiths aka Ceri the Crafter
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[@brendaclark2703]

Good morning dear Ceri, thank you for keeping it real. I always find it more beneficial to see the oops and then the fixes rather than just the finished product. It helps us learn, helps us grow as creators. Thank you so much for everything you do, all you share, I appreciate you. Take care, breathe, and have a blessed weekend 💙🙏

[@cathymoore1935]

Ceri, I think you are being too hard on yourself! The book looks great! And it is nice to know that all artists have struggles with some projects! Thank you!

[@user-wt5gk6pi9v]

Thank you for keeping it real. I always welcome, learning how to correct mistakes. 🌱💛

[@willeycat6747]

❤Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! For erasing the myth that everything that everyone does (as shown on most social channels) is perfect. Not! This is exactly what everyone, especially our younger peeps, needs to see. Someone with amazing talent that has an off day, recognizes it, owns it, dusts themselves off and gets back up to do it better. We are grateful you are you!🤗

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you

[@debbieenger1763]

Well said. We need to see the real process! Mistakes and all! Thank you Ceri!

[@missjamielyn]

I love rhat you showed us this but sorry you had an off day!!! The covers you made are amazing though!!! Thanks for sharing.

[@maureenwilson6951]

To be authentic is to be real in all aspects that are not always going to plan . To replicate the covers, wow, now that is satisfaction . I enjoy all the aspects of your creativeness ❤

[@silvergraniandhergrumpygno413]

Ceri, thank you soooo much for not discarding this video. I sometimes get frustrated when I cant seem to make a project that meets my vision of what it should be. To know that I am not alone in this and that even seasoned artists have these moments too helps to keep me going. I look forward to how you solve the problems you encountered in this make. So, Ceri, have a cup of coffee and a piece of chocolate to soothe your soul and know that all of us are with you! 😊

[@julietierney2516]

I think so many of us really understand and appreciate this. We learn through mistakes...but we often do not really "buy" into that in real life. So...I think you are being honest. And that's a good thing. I think so many of us really appreciate your honesty! RELAX!

[@annabutinski3881]

Perfect, love your honesty. Major newbie, myself, so knowing that even a seasoned crafter can have a "fudged up" moment is reassuring. Keep up your awesome creativity and designing with your mixed media. Always love your videos ❤ Thank you

[@lorimot6388]

Thank you for showing us that you are human and perfectly imperfect like all of us.

[@cindyhornberger689]

I didn’t think it was so bad Ceri. It was real and we are only human and have good and bad days. It is perplexing why the accordion papers don’t line up when glued together. Love your videos and your talent!😊

[@crazycardlady]

We are all human ! Thank you! Sorry you struggled but it honestly helps the rest of us to know that we aren’t alone in this journey.

[@wendypender7029]

Thank you, Ceri, for making it real! Not many will show their mistakes or what they think is a mistake.

[@PatWalden]

Mama said there'd be days like this. I know it's disheartening, but you did a good job pushing forward. Thanks for keeping it real! ❤❤❤

[@jukes243]

Even with the imperfections I think it's beautiful. Thanks, Mr. Ceri.

[@sallysmith2937]

Addendum…… I absolutely think this is beautiful, pin prick and all. You are beyond talented, Ceri. That gelli print is one of my favorites! I did laugh but with everyone else, not at the troubles you FEEL you had but how you presented them all. Seriously GOD BLESS YOU, you’re one of my favs.😇👍

[@rachaelcaskeyart]

Thank you for sharing your imperfections. It really does help to see someone push through the difficult parts and share the process.

[@Simplylisette]

Thank you so much for sharing your “successful failure” which is what I call my learning pieces❤

[@CraftedByChristyShop]

❤❤❤Ceri! I love this with all my heart 😊thank you, just thank you💖💕you're wonderful!

[@sondrajones185]

I absolutely adore your cover. It is amazing (as are you, friend). My perspective- you are real, not some AI that only shows perfection which just leaves me frustrated. Because I struggle often to get projects just so. Seeing someone I look to as a “skilled guide”/ teacher figure things out in real time is invaluable. From the bottom of my heart, Thank you for showing me REAL. ❤

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you, tomorrow’s video shows how it should have gone.

[@danielakoopmann5025]

love and hugs to you, we all have these days and that is fine!

[@seabasket2]

Ceri thank you for sharing the moments we've all had. I'm excited to see the next video and learn what you intended to do. 😊

[@abiruiz1691]

That is why I love your channel. You are authentic. Thank you 😊

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you so much 😊

[@debbiethompson1320]

Hello Ceri 💙. Oh my goodness. Maybe I have anxiety and OCD because I would LOVE to be as organized, perfect, and precise as you are. I admire your work and aspire to be half the artist as you are. Don’t let people get in your head. You be and do you!!!

[@donnaswisher8408]

Hi Ceri. I think it looks fine. The folding of the pages would be the hardest part for me. In my humble opinion it looks great. I learned decades ago that I always aim for perfection and settle for mediocre...which works splendidly in the junk journal world. Always perfectly imperfect. Which is also why I'll leave this tricky stuff to people like you. 😁 Good job my arty friend. 👏👏👏 Hope you have a great day and let your perfectionism go. Big ((HUGS)) ❤

[@nazmachowdhury4660]

It’s brave and bold accepting good and bad. It’s even bolder talking steps to correct. We are with you

[@careyclapp8357]

🤣Maths with Ceri! Thanks so much for showing us this video and not just making another, we all struggle with gloppy glue, messed up measurements, and wonky placements from time to time. BTW I love the paper you made for the cover!

[@lizannebutner876]

After watching your intro I wanted to rush over with a hot cup of coffee and a hug for you! 🤗❤

[@ninetiesperson7980]

That's my normal crafting 😅 Thank you for keeping it real.

[@CreateAndPlayWithRenee]

Love your honestly Ceri. It is so true. We all do that. No one is perfect.

[@christicoffey6463]

Being a neophyte and appreciating your talent, I have no idea why this is a disaster. But my opinion isn't important, your satisfaction with your work product is what matters! I encourage you in whatever your decision and determination is 😊.

[@shelleycasier2826]

i'm sorry Ceri but I'm laughing so hard that I'm crying. Everything that you do is so beautiful, and those gel prints were gorgeous, but the struggle is real sometimes. I have it with almost everything I make and it's nice to see that I'm not alone. Thanks for your wonderful content and the March challenge. I'm looking forward to it.

[@sandraholtzmuller1318]

Loved this. It is nice to see how others recoup if they do make what they concieve as an error. Good job!

[@lesleywells3497]

I think it’d be really fun to use the lopsided concertina, and enhance the edges that stick out -that could be really fun!

[@fairydhust]

I LOVED THIS WHOLE VIDEO! You’re an amazing artist- creator and crafter!!! Thank you VERY much for sharing your WHOLE process. I learned a lot watching this today 🥰😘😘❤️💫👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@ruthaitken8823]

Hi Ceri, I've been watching you for a while, and I really have enjoyed your videos. Thank you for posting this latest video, showing what can and will go wrong (sometimes) while crafting! As a journaler (is that a word?) 😆 I have days like this all the time. Sometimes, I just have to walk away from the project! So, again, Thank You for sharing. 😊

[@kristinediodati9782]

Listen to a fellow friend also wanting things to be perfect… your book is beautiful. I don’t understand why you feel the need to redo it. This is art. I also am training myself to see beauty with any imperfection. Any difficulty you had making it, you handled it well. I learned a lot today and saw myself in you. Give yourself a hug. ❤

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you so much

[@-Lucy-H]

Helps to know that you have problems as we all do. And how you sorted it will definitely help. Love you Ceri 😊

[@CeriGriffiths]

😊 thank you

[@SpydersCorner]

Thank you Ceri for showing this. 😊 if it was me, I'm sure I would've got the whole thing upside down! The cover's brilliant whatever way you look at it!!

[@suechristian5790]

I love that you went & re-made the gel prints. I’d do that myself & yes, I have re-made projects because I’m unhappy with the original outcome & have even re-re-made somethings. Thanks for sharing & hugs to you & I hope you get a better nights sleep tonight.

[@dpompper3865]

I think it’s lovely. Always learning is my motto!

[@marilynanderson7792]

I enjoyed this video, and how real you are, I love, love the cover paper.

[@jillcockerell2564]

I enjoyed watching this video and seeing how you correct things. I will look forward to seeing the redo

[@MyDjturner]

Never mind Ceri. It's much better than mine ever turn out. But I get where you're coming from. I hope the re-run goes much smoother for you. I'll watch it when I can.

[@pamelamiller3287]

Just love this video. Being real is the BEST. THA K YOU.

[@sallysmith2937]

Oh Ceri, I’m only8:22 minutes into this video and I just love it!! I’m all by myself out on the lanai here in Florida and I think the neighbors are wondering who I’m laughing with. WITH being the key word. God bless your heart. I needed this video after a rough late December and January. Thanks for the laughs. Not at you by any stretch of the imagination but WITH You….. to be continued…..🤗😝

[@CeriGriffiths]

Totally understood.

[@michellesmith3436]

Thank you for sharing. Not quite sure how to. say this.... I enjoy watching you create. You can see the creative processes, ups and downs.... Hard to share what we feel are those imperfections. I sense that it is hard to content create, the time crunch. I am learning that when one feels frustrated or it is not going as planned, step away, hve some tea and a treat, then come back to it. . The covers look great! I think the blue inside looked good., like a typical inside book plate. Sorry it did not line up the way you wanted. You will creat over with paint or tape and no one will be the wiser. I also learned. I will now plan for 4 prints. That way I can cover the inside with the same print when I need forgiveness. I have also, never made a concertina, so was not aware it may angle. Thank you for sharing that. Looking forward to the next video and March. Happy crafting.

[@CeriGriffiths]

Next video comes out tomorrow and it went smoothly this time, I’m happy with the result.

[@scrapbagstudios]

Some days have a mind of their own.....! ❤

[@elizabethfolcomer9848]

Wonderful video Ceri, the struggle is real for me as well.

[@mommcaden6897]

Love it! Reality bites sometimes! Welcome to being human! Love you, Man! (And I actually kinda liked the journal! it's got character!)

[@nickelina003]

And this is EXACTLY why I love your chanel ❤️

[@caroltanzi29]

Ceri,-Ceri: that video wasn’t that bad. In fact, when you said you were going to have a moment with your glue, I burst out laughing. That was funny. That video could have been an average day in my studio. No big deal. Good going as usual. Carol from California

[@nicolinavincelli9369]

Ceri, it was not bad at all I have seen worse on you tube. You keep it real Ceri, thanks for sharing, enjoy your Saturday, till next time.

[@avispeters5857]

I enjoyed this Ceri, thankyou for not scrapping it. ❤❤❤ My maths is as good as yours, I was getting a headache trying to keep up! 😂😂

[@lorrainegregorydesigns-1]

Thank you for your honesty and not binning this video, I myself am a perfectionist and feel your pain. Good luck with you next attempt.

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you so much

[@myrarucker7953]

You are precious,Ceri!!

[@artistgrly]

Having said this year is the year you are going to try to divert from perfection, I think you should use the imperfect book so you will see that the end result is not the imperfect container, it's the creative, wonderful art work it contains. Thank you for sharing your struggles. Now I know it's not just me that struggles sometimes 😮. Hugs ❤

[@oldcrowslanding]

What a clever idea! And, your covers are gorgeous, Ceri! I too wonder why, with all your careful cutting, folding, and aligning of the pages, they all came out slanted. There must be a logical explanation. I'm going to do some experimenting and see if I can figure out what causes this and then seek a solution. If I am successful, I will be back to share. 😊 I enjoyed your video, Ceri. Not at all troublesome to watch! As always, I love your work. Thank you! ~Kathy in California 💙💙💙

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you so much

[@LeacheaWood]

We love you Ceri!

[@oheck5570]

Oh Ceri, you are so delightful and real. May the new version bring you everlasting joy and quirky memories.

[@MsEliana1964]

you were right to post it, I learned a lot from this video. I have learned humility and that is worth a lot. Thank you for showing yourself for who you are

[@robindann2988]

I share your pain. I am terrible with math weights and measures. I used to work in a design studio and it was sometimes an issue. But I honestly don’t see what’s wrong with this book you made it’s beautiful!

[@kristinesegura1065]

You are an incredible artist❤Even watching an imperfect session teaches us it is a process that takes on a different result than expected. You give me courage to try the gel technique and be patient in the attempt😊Nothing but admiration here🎉

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you

[@meridithkish2076]

I appreciate this video! But still like it even if it's not super perfect! You're still awesome in my book!

[@debbie1016]

We all have our less than perfect projects we are not proud of. It can be frustrating, but I remind myself that nobody is perfect so why am I expecting perfection from myself. I remake the project if I am up to that or I move on and cut my losses. Those days happen.

[@lorrainewilson2067]

Appreciate you showing that you are just like us. Living and learning as we go. Not criticizing, but did you figure out why the measurement was off? That's the inside pages.

[@CeriGriffiths]

I re filmed it trying another method and it works, video launches in approx 10 hrs.

[@DarcysMixedMedia]

Extra love&hugs ❤

[@CeriGriffiths]

Right back at ya.

[@LeacheaWood]

STOP apologizing for being human. ❤ You are a blessing to us regardless.

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you

[@margaretzaborowski4496]

keeping it real is good as so many i am sure dont! first video i have watched of yours other than the one showing Tracie Fox's entomology things! i enjoyed this dont put yourself down! just remember art has no rules! there is team eyeballand team measure and we can be either! subscribing! ❤

[@CeriGriffiths]

Yay! Thank you!

[@artcuriousbymnw]

My dad use to say: You need surpass the limits of the possible to reach the impossible. Maybe is time for me to pass on this saying❤ Ceri, you are on the right path

[@CeriGriffiths]

Love you Myriam.

[@charmainewagner-bell2764]

It’s not bad Ceri. I’m sitting here trying to figure out why there’s a slant with the pages…can’t work it out in my head. If possible, if you could explain Why…or maybe I’ll go experiment and see if I can work it out. Hmmm…

[@brendadoyle643]

Always love you videos-keeping it real.

[@amyhelen3598]

💜💜💜

[@thejunkjourney2650]

If you are a visual person and struggle with math type things, i have found it helps to draw out the project so you can visualize the math. Hope this helps someone.

[@CeriGriffiths]

You’re right and I do normally draw things out first.

[@valtracey326]

♥️♥️

[@CB0815]

Hi. Just by looking at it, I would say that the page going into the half-inch pocket needs to be just a tiny bit shorter (the thickness of the paper), as it doesn't reach the edge of the page. As a result, the pages keep shifting to one side. I would suggest scoring only half an inch for the pocket on each page, then gluing one page in the pocket and folding it flush with the edge of the paper you glued it to. Nevertheless, it’s a lovely journal. Especially the paper, which is really, really beautiful. ❤

[@CeriGriffiths]

I agree, although I came up with a solution when filming today that worked for me. Video will launch tomorrow.

[@minekebont6852]

😘😘

[@DeniseTriffett]

❤☕️☕️☕️❤

[@valeriekeddie2980]

I really did not think there was anything so wrong with this concertina. It looks great and it functions. I hope you didn’t bin it!!!

[@CeriGriffiths]

No I didn’t bin it but I’m taking it to pieces to recycle the covers and save the mixed media papers.

[@jankedeelman-2207]

You are rather hard on yourself. I’ll also watch the other one!

[@SuzanneCrosado]

Everyone has that OFF day - the folder still works. Believe me some of mine have been right doozies and definitely didn't work in any way. Mistakes always teach us something even if learning it can sometimes be stressful- deep breath and back to it.

[@conniec4629]

In other words, your normal, just like the rest of us!😂😂😂

[@CeriGriffiths]

Lol

[@susieseligman6221]

My nemesis..concertina journals. Uhg 😢

[@CeriGriffiths]

Maybe tomorrow’s video will help as it worked out right.

[@jackielubeck]

OK. At least I know how to score the pages... but the unevenness of the pages is? and caused by ? Watching....

[@frannyaitch]

As said by CB0815, I think it could be because you are gluing the page INSIDE the fold and not outside. You are adding/losing the thickness of the page every time.

[@CeriGriffiths]

I agree it could be.

[@ernavanasselt2678]

❤🫂

[@suzyallen1726]

You are too hard on yourself. Please dont lose sleep over it. 😢

[@LeacheaWood]

It was like watching somebody do brain surgery.🤣😂🤣 ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@trashjournalistjourney6104]

Thank you for being real and caffeinate to your marry! Thank you?!! You could have deleted this and be done be you! Craft accident

[@jamieherron8300]

Oh, Ceri, I can't wait to see what you think is a disaster! Since the re-election of Donald J. Trump, I have a new definition of d-i--s-a-s-t-e-r. (I am aware you may delete my comment, and I have no problem with that.)

[@CeriGriffiths]

I believe you have the right to speak.

[@lucy7b]

❤❤❤