Children's Book Collage Journal | Board Book to Art Journal

[@reneewright4856]

❤came together beautifully❤

[@SusanCliftonArtist]

Thanks.

[@rhyacawley9244]

This journal is going to be gorgeous!

[@SusanCliftonArtist]

Thanks

[@brendadoyle643]

Creative way to use old books!

[@SusanCliftonArtist]

And they're perfect for collage.

[@cindycreateforlife]

I have done the same, I have some that have a shape within the page so the child opens it to reveal what it underneath. I used black gesso to paint these inner parts so I put a contrasting gel print or image in there. I also removed two flaps to give me more room for bulk. I saved them for journal covers or whatever I need something sturdy for, lots of fun!

[@SusanCliftonArtist]

I have to do some research on the different type of books. That sounds interesting. I can't wait to try the black gesso. When you remove the flaps does the book fall apart? Not sure what you mean by "flaps".

[@cindycreateforlife]

@@SusanCliftonArtist oh, a couple my books have kind of a trifold situation, so you open the page and then the one on the right has a fold out, I cut it off on some pages.

[@cherylegglestonart2426]

This is a GREAT creative project, Susan! You come up with fabulous ideas. It's a wonderful video, too. 👏💯👏💯👏

[@SusanCliftonArtist]

Thank you so much!

[@joseerochon2812]

Just love this video.Made a small one yesterday and was thinking what you were saying out loud,few good tips thanks for sharing

[@SusanCliftonArtist]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching.

[@Marisol9111-w3p]

I saw another youtuber quirky queens journals, use childrens books and collaged them as well. Your came out fabulous.

[@SusanCliftonArtist]

They are perfect for collage.

[@karlaj.8525]

Hi Susan, Love your work. Thank you for sharing with us. I have to order that Catalyst wedge.

[@SusanCliftonArtist]

The wedge is so perfect especially if you use thin papers.

[@cynthiathomas262]

what a great way to repurpose an old book. it's beautiful!!

[@SusanCliftonArtist]

Thank you so much!

[@katiehanrahan5293]

Oh, this was great to watch your process! I found myself agreeing with your decisions as you went along and the end result is awesome! I want to get some of these board books to play with; going to check out some used book stores for them.

[@SusanCliftonArtist]

Thanks for watching. I'm glad you liked it.

[@katiehanrahan5293]

I enjoy watching your videos. It’s inspiring and I learn a lot!

[@rubykittyruby]

Hi Susan. Really interesting watching you selecting prints and arranging/re-arranging them, getting those compositions just right. Particularly love the blue-green triangles print. Have you seen any of Drew Steinbrecher's videos? I've recently come across him on KZbin/Instagram. He upcycles board books too, and has some good tips about dealing with the spines of the books so they lay flat.

[@SusanCliftonArtist]

I will look him up. Thanks for watching and for the suggestion.

[@kgille]

I really enjoyed watching your process for creating a collage. I love the end result.

[@SusanCliftonArtist]

Glad you enjoyed it! I was getting worried there for a while. Sometimes it doesn't come easy. 😎

[@loveforpaper6203]

Love this

[@SusanCliftonArtist]

Thanks.

[@cindycreateforlife]

Your first spread looks awesome and I love your idea of the easel to display it! Inspiring video!💕🇨🇦

[@SusanCliftonArtist]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@candacenystrom8186]

So fabulous. I have 3 books of this style. You're motivating me

[@allthumbs3792]

Those board books are perfect for small projects! Color rut ... I'm stuck as well! Hope to see your solutions to that.

[@SusanCliftonArtist]

I'm thinking about the best way to experiment with colors to get me out of my rut. An exercise that I can do. Probably using the gel plate to start. Maybe I'll do a video on the subject.

[@dianekohl9179]

How do you fix the spine when it doesn't close after almost full... Alligator mouth? Or do you not mind them not closing?

[@SusanCliftonArtist]

I think I'm going to use drywall tape to affix to the spine. I'm waiting until all the pages are finished. When I do this finally I will post a video.

[@suzannerheaume8040]

Noooo! Not the Grufallo! 😂

[@SusanCliftonArtist]

Lol