Vertical Paper Bag Mini Album Series Part 5 - Decorating the Cover

[@DebbieKetcham]

Thanks so much for doing this series Ginger!!! I have decided to make an album for my mother-in-law for her birthday. She is a lovely woman, but so hard to buy gifts for. She will love this album with photos of her grand-kids and great-grandson. You are my hero! lol Debbie

[@cananimal1]

Ginger I have watched so many videos from so many scrapers...your tutorials are by far the very best...you have a unique ability for teaching..you explain everything so that any skill level can follow along with no difficulty. I have learned so much from you so much for sharing your love of scrapping

[@maryjohnson6010]

I love the fact that you done a start to complete finish tutorial. Thank You.

[@4yellowrose]

I have watched all on this series and it is amazing. I always feel like I don't have enough of one thing or another. You make it so easy ... thank you Debbie B

[@PatriciaSahlberg]

I havn't understood the meaning of scrapbooking until i saw your videos. Got inspired and wanted my own album. I have started my first project, tried on my own and browsed KZbin for tutorials. Here is the tutorial I was looking for! Now I can hopefully complete my own project, without too many mistakes. Love from Sweden.

[@antm64]

THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU for this entire series on building an entire mini album! I so appreciated all your trial-and-error tips, because we're all going to do the same and seasoned advice always helps. I so-o enjoy youtube over youstream because reception is so much better and lessons are direct and to the point. Your folksy demeanor is very enjoyable to both listen to and learn from. Now I'm ready to create my own mini, keeping your videos at the ready as I work. Terrific job!

[@buttonbags]

I can't thank you enough for the great tutorial series Ginger. You are so sweet and talented! Big hugs, Mary

[@8548flowerpot]

i've never made one of these but now, thanks to you, I'm going to give it a try. Can't thank you enough for these wonderful videos, what a great job you did.

[@AmyMable]

Thank you, Ginger. This has been so helpful to me. I just started paper crafting a few weeks ago and your videos have been wonderful helps to me.

[@auntpattyscrafts]

I loved everything about this series. In fact I'm sad that it's over. I would love to see how you make your bows on your spine. Thank You so much for sharing. Patty

[@dragonfly603]

A million thanks for your lessons. I've just finished a paper bag mini album and love it dearly. You seem quite calm and know exactly where you want to take the class. I cannot thank you enough for your tutorials. This is the second one I've completed. Bless you!

[@naomihall7339]

Ginger, You are the best with your classes you do, just love your work and your instructions. You Rock Lady.

[@mysistersscrapper]

Naomi Hall Thanks!

[@CraftingMom64]

I LOVE the stacked pockets idea! Soooo adorable. Great series!!!

[@cnlord05]

Thank you!!! You are an awesome instructor. I am almost done with my album. Can't wait to finish it. Look forward to more of your tutorials!

[@LyndaJ2]

So....I went on a blog hop on Saturday morning that happened to be someone who either knows you - or found this idea from you... OMG am I in love with this album...and can't wait to get the other 3 now that are on my mind to do - DONE...and I just started the first one! I did things just a bit different - and did all of my pages first, then my cover - that way I can make sure to have it big enough - because like you, I tend to get a bit big when making my albums!

[@nurseglenda57]

Awesome tutorial!! I am anxious to make one now!! Loved every feature about this album but was especially glad to learn the waterfall technique! That really gives you a ton of space for pics!! Thank you, thank you, thank you for sharing!!

[@leahsalter2025]

Fabulous tutorial! Thanks for the tip about the charm tutorial with Monique, I always struggle. Huge thanks for sharing, & the inspiration. Very much appreciated!

[@caroleanncolca8088]

OMGooooooooosh, what a lot of work. You are AWESOME for spending so much time showing us newbies how to do this wonderful thing! I am so excited and now feel like I can make one. Thank you so much for your care and patience in doing such a wonderful teaching tool for us all.

[@JCruz1054]

I know it's been a while since this series I wanted to let you know it's still a great lesson. Thanks so much for your help, Kina

[@mikecoerper5934]

I just found your tutorial on the mini book. Love it! You are a wonderful teacher so talented! Thank you

[@TinasScrapCorner]

Love love love this video series! You did a fantastic job teaching us how to make the album and look forward to getting mine done too. TFS

[@lyndnic1]

I have really enjoyed watching and learning how you put your mini albums together. I will hopefully be starting on mine this weekend. I have learned quite a lot.

[@TheSkuttt]

I watched the series and make an album using your instructions. I makes such a neat, sturdy album! I love it! Thanks so much for the great videos!

[@renattanangle4112]

I'm on my third mini album. Love them! Especially for the new grand babies.

[@Quick2lori]

Thank you for your wonderful tutorial. I appreciate the time you spent doing this.

[@suzyscrap]

I just discovered you and I am enjoying your tutorials. You are a great teacher, your videos and instructions are so easy to follow. Thank You for all the tips and tricks as well.

[@BlaizC]

What great videos! Thank you for doing them for us. I wish I had been able to see you put the binding on before I tried it on a book that I finished last week. It was pathetic! Yet your instructions were so clear and easy. The next book I make will be much easier.

[@scrapbookgrrl]

I just watched and ENJOYED this tutorial. Great videos with excellent instructions and explanations, but I, too, wondered about the magnets.

[@susangreer582]

This Mini is amazing. You are so creative, and inspiring. I can't wait to try attempt to duplicate.... Thank you so much for sharing.

[@manjar50]

I have love watching the progress of you making this mini Thank you

[@Crafty1z]

I love the finished article. Thank you for all the tutorials.

[@CraftingMom64]

Tim Holtz's grunge paper is great for spine also. I ran it through an embossing folder and covered it with black pigment ink. Came out a very cool ornate pattern that looks like leather. I also used his on the edge die cut on each side. (awhile ago on a different project). Mini albums are as much fun as making baby quilts!!!

[@graceday7203]

Hi Ginger - I thought I'd let you know that I am currently working on my 4th and 5th mini albums using this tutorial series. Album # 4 is for our 6th grandchild (a girl) who will be born on April 7th. Album # 5 is for our first great-grandchild (also a girl) due at the end of this month. Thank you for this wonderful tutorial and all of your great ideas. The albums I've made so far have been very well received, and I enjoy being able to give a gift made with love.

[@goodboymalachi]

Thanks so much for this tutorial, I have enjoyed making this mini and I know I'll be making many more since you took the mystery out of the process. Jackie

[@Isaacsean77]

Thank you Thank you for your wonderful tutorial. I love your detailed explanations and measurements. You are amazing at what you do plus an amazing teacher. I can't wait to get started!

[@grammie2bay]

I've really enjoyed this tutorial and plan on making an album using this method...you make it look so easy!

[@strandnixe1]

Ginger, thank you for sharing us the great tutorials. I have such learned a lot from you. Thank you so much. Hugs Beate

[@rosie6094]

Very beautiful book. Thanks for taking the time to show us.

[@CharleemBrown]

Just love it. I wish I understood the measurements! Thank you so much for the tutorial. I look forward to making one of these. xxx Sue

[@jenniferstarkey8689]

Ginger, I have figured out all the measurements for the album using the tad bit smaller bags and I just wanted to say I am very happy with my mini album and I loved your whole tutorial series, Please do many more, I have made 3 of your books so far. I am going back now to decorate and embellish the album and would then love to send it to you to critique :) thanks so much, you are a great instructor :)

[@mysistersscrapper]

Thanks! I would love to see your projects!

[@purplestarlite100]

wow..you are so talented. I wish I had half as much talent as you do.

[@sherriejohnson9250]

I can't thank you enough for doing this tutorial. I've been a scrapbooker and cardmaker for a few years now. Always wanted to make a mini album. I know I've watched over 100 tutorials and videos showing the finished mini album product this past year or so. However...I've always been afraid to tackle one. Until I watched your series here. Watched the whole series...then pulled The Paper Studio Kirby Teasdale stack off the shelf...used box of some sort for cover...and began step by step with you as my fearless leader. As a grandmother of 11 and 3 great grandchildren...I've just GOT to get several of these made. Oh my...It has turned out gorgeous! I feel like I could conquer anything now! Ha ha! Really though, I will be making these as wedding, baby, birthday, etc. gifts from now on. It only took me these 2 days to do this. And I feel I can make them quicker now that I know how. Again...THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart. God bless you for being so thorough in teaching all of us your techniques and tips...and telling us why and how! I've been a huge fan of yours all along, but mostly just watching and oohing and aaahhing! Now I'm an active student :-)

[@cluelesspotterclod]

Always live your tutorials. I again will be making this one. Thanks for sharing.

[@GloriaRODRIGUEZ-lv8lf]

Also, I just love your work. They are just PERFECTION! Your albums and tutorials.

[@pastda3]

Wow!!! I probably will never make one of these, but I just wanted to say that your tutorial and finished album are amazing. Great job. :)

[@raquelsalguero8679]

I really have enjoyed your videos!!! your albums are beautiful! and I will take to practise lots of things that I learnt with you! thanks so much from Spain!

[@AndreaCimino]

I love it, so much fun! I don't know if you noticed but I used the same paper on my mini as you , lol!!! Looks great!

[@debbimann148]

Thank you very much for such great tutorials. I cannot wait to get started on making one for myself. Should it turn out I hope to make some as gifts for next year. I look forward to more from you. Thank you!

[@effie924]

I love this I have been making one this weekend and love that you have made this so easy to follow! Thank you

[@111route]

Fantastic tutorial, very clear. I'm going to start mine soon. I have some black bags, soI'm thinking a black an white theme. Thanks

[@inspirationscrappy]

Super great tutorial. Thanks for the great instructions and the inspiration. I love the Timeless Type mini. It´s stunning. I have the papers too and I try my best for my mini. Lg Iris

[@ashleysuarez805]

Wow!!!! so beautiful...I will be trying to make my own soon. Amazing work..

[@MsFoxonfire]

Omg it looks so Good!!! Im gonne try to make this too. Thnx voor the tutorial!!!! Greatings from Holland

[@debanderson3970]

im still enjoying this ... thank you .. i will make this album for sure.

[@eileenfeliciano2001]

Absolutely Beautiful and Elegant!

[@candleladydkc]

Love the pockets in the front!

[@drgndrvr]

Loved this tutorial, the paper bags make all the photo mats so much easier. I can never scrap flat either it seems all my minis gap open, lol.

[@veroniquepriso2723]

coucou. je suis française de Paris. vous avez fait un magnifique travail. bravo 👏 😍

[@Heavenlyscrapbooking]

I just love these videos thanks again these are AWSOME!!!!!!!!!

[@heikejacobi7472]

Woohoo schön gemacht 👍👏👏👏👏🤗

[@elizabethfreville2516]

FABULOUS TUTORIAL!!! I really learned a lot! Thank you so much for sharing luv! ♥ dig ♥

[@marialacoste8064]

Impecable !! 😍un abrazo desde Argentina!! 😀

[@trish3724]

I would love to see your style in making a vintage / junk journal i bet they would be beautiful,do you think maybe someday please

[@alexandrablanton6026]

Absolutly awesone!!! Thanks

[@ZenaBattaglia]

I loved this so much I subscribed.

[@siskjan]

Love everything about it! Super tutorial! Thank you so much... ~~Jan

[@kellybardis9368]

Is there anywhere that you've posted like all the measurements of everything? It's hard to figure out by listening sometimes for me. THank you so much. Loved this.

[@Happiness71]

You are marvellous!

[@jennpreston8614]

I am just watching this for the first time and I just love what you’ve done. This is such a beautiful book. I was wondering if you were to sit down and work from start to finish how long does it take.

[@jamiemagrichJamiescrafttable]

Thank you for such a informative tutorial , My aunt and Mom are coming to visit for a craft week so i think we will make one then. I was wondering where to get the magnet pieces you used for closures on the decorative tags?

[@kristamaydwell735]

Can you please try to do a tutorial on how to add a wallet style photo mat to this style of mini album.

[@geenamarquez76]

Great tutorial series! Thx :)

[@mysistersscrapper]

Thanks! You are very welcome!

[@str1518]

Spectacular love it ty

[@destineenieves7441]

so cool I am going to make one soon

[@adrianamaiatogoncalves2557]

Love this mini . How do you do the inside pocket on mini cover

[@shantijussara]

I love this...thank u!

[@lynnwayne6132]

I love this project. I'm starting to decorate & embellish the pages. I like the pockets you made on the front inside cover & the tag page. How did you make those or where did you buy what? Thanks.

[@mysistersscrapper]

Those pockets were made with small gift size envelopes that I stacked.

[@aikosr82]

I love this book. Question I have is exactly how many pieces of cardstock is used for the entire project using the 8 1/2 x 11? Also, how many sheets of design paper did you use for the entire project? I wasn't sure if you only used 6 different designs of 12 x 12 and 1 sheet each or did you use more than six designs to add the magnetic photo mats out of different design paper? I am attempting to create my supply list. I started this and had only 10 sheets of the cardstock and had to use a different color to complete the waterfall and some of the photo mats. This truly inspired me to think outside the box and planning to use this as gifts.

[@mysistersscrapper]

Thanks, as far as how many sheets of 8-1/2x11.. I'm not sure. Sorry... I buy my 8-1/2x11 cardstock on sale at Michaels. It comes in a pack of 50. I do know that for the design paper I used an entire collection. I used a "stack" from DCWV which has 48 sheets. I used 24 sheets for this project. So you can get two books from one "stack".

[@aikosr82]

Thanks. I am almost done with my first book! I had bought a 50 pack of various shades of brown when it was on sale, and have about 10 variety packages of different colors at 5 for 10 dollars at Micaheals, and subsequently bought 3 different color bags. As far as designer papers I have more than enough to create quite a few more than I have bags. Just trying to try to right a supply list for sharing with the people I will gift these to. I had to use matting board for the binder since the chipboard I bought online was too thin for my taste. This is actually the first scrapbook I will ever make. Thank you for the great directions and videos that inspired me to try. You "rock" the house!

[@mysistersscrapper]

+Barbara Robinson I try to buy my cardstock when it's on sale at Michaels too! I order my medium weight chipboard online from Amazon. It comes in a 25 pack. It's pretty inexpensive. It is made by Grafix.

[@aikosr82]

Thank you for the info. I bought a mat board on clearance and it was 2.99 and I'd enough for 7 books! It was really big and didn't fit in the cart. I will look for that to complete my next set of books. Since there was a sale last weekend on paper at Michael, hobby lobby and jo Annes both on line and in store, I got enough cards to ck and design paper to make 45 books. Lol. Of course I have some other projects to use all that paper, I did get my magnets and other supplies to finish up some nice albums thanks to your awesome video series.

[@mysistersscrapper]

+Barbara Robinson Have fun!

[@mysistersscrapper]

All of the measurements are posted in the description box of each video. Hope this helps! TFW!

[@soriascrapbooking9174]

Beautiful

[@gwentriche1578]

Super cute

[@GloriaRODRIGUEZ-lv8lf]

I was wondering. Why not do the cover first then the inside, then last, embellish cover ?

[@mysistersscrapper]

You can most certainly do it that way. This is just how I chose to do it for the tutorial.

[@elenaball3884]

Me encanto

[@cananimal1]

Ginger