I used cotton linen blend fabrics with a geometric pattern and a complimenting cotton fabric for the lining.
You can check out a few others I have sewn here in a previous post.
To sew one of these cute little pouches you can find an easy to follow tutorial at Sotak Handmade. She provides you with dimensions for a smaller version of this pouch which measures 3"W x 3.25"H when finished. I adapted her pattern to make a slightly larger pouch. My pouch measures 6" W x 5" H when folded.
I created this 4 x 4 inch journal using Tim Holtz 'Abandoned' 8 x8 inch double sided scrapbook pad. From each 8 x8 inch piece I cut two 4 x 6 pieces and scored and folded the pieces randomly at 2 & 4, 4 & 2 and 3 & 3. The leftover 2 inch pieces I used to create pockets. I used geometric stencil stamps to create the shapes and inserted contrasting cardstock for more visual interest.
I bound this book with a tab binding method and used Tim Holtz marble washi tape for the inside and book cloth tape for the outer binding. This was inspired by a technique on Jogglesdotcom.
A mixed media art journal with fun backgrounds...ready to play and embellish!
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There are many legends as to why the leaves change color; here's one from the Farmers' Almanac.
Or if you're interested, here's the scientific explanation from National Geographic explaining why leaves change color.
Or if you'd prefer, here's a 4 minute podcast from NPR as to Why Leaves Change Color.
Legend or science, both are interesting. Either way, I LOVE when the leaves change color in the fall! Sooo lovely!
You can find an easy to follow tutorial at The Sewing Room Channel to make this simple to sew card case. She also shows you how to add a snap closure. I chose to make mine a foldover style.
Great size for business cards or even a nice presentation if giving a gift card!
A popular style bag and easy to sew, you'll have no problem finding tutorials on the web if you're interested.
I made a few others, see my previous post here.
I created this 3x5 inch Mini Christmas Junk Journal in a black and white theme and a few pops of color using My Porch Prints digitals and donated it to a non-profit organization called dAFi, Disabled Artist Foundation, Inc and it will be auctioned off at their next event scheduled for noon on Saturday, October 14, 2023. Wonderful cause run by a great hardworking group of folks. They energize through the arts and give free art packages to financially qualified disabled artists. Check them out!
Below is a short video of the little journal that comes in its' own handmade drawstring gift bag!
I created this 4x6 inch Shabby Pink Christmas Junk Journal Folio using My Porch Prints digitals and donated it to a non-profit organization called dAFi, Disabled Artist Foundation, Inc and it will be auctioned off at their next event scheduled for noon on Saturday, October 14, 2023. Wonderful cause run by a great hardworking group of folks. They energize through the arts and give free art packages to financially qualified disabled artists. Check them out!
It also comes in its’ own little handmade drawstring red fabric gift bag. A coordinating gift tag and matching envelope is also included. Handy to use if intended to gift it to someone special! Or gift it to yourself to keep as your own special Christmas Journal to enjoy!
I crafted this Leather Bound Christmas Junk Journal and donated it to a non-profit organization called dAFi Disabled Artist Foundation, Inc and it will be auctioned off at their next event scheduled for noon on Saturday, October14, 2023. Wonderful cause run by a great hardworking group of folks. They energize through the arts and give free art packages to financially qualified disabled artists. Check them out!
Here's a short video of the Christmas Journal below.
I crafted this little Mixed Media Art Journal KIT and donated it to a non-profit organization called dAFi Disabled Artist Foundation, Inc and it will be auctioned off at their next event scheduled for noon on Saturday, October 14,2023. Wonderful cause run by a great hardworking group of folks. They energize through the arts and give free art packages to financially qualified disabled artists. Check them out!
Below is a quick little video of the KIT in a sweet little handmade drawstring bag!
Video below is a flip through of this Chunky Junk Journal Lapbook that I created. I’ve donated it to a great cause, an organization called dAFi – Disabled Artist Foundation, Inc. I believe it will be up for auction at their next online event in November. Here is the link to the event if you are interested or if you’re just a junk journal lover!
If you're curious, here's a link to "The Delicious History of Roasting Marshmallows"
The perfect little size to hold my handmade Sunset Scallop Sea Shell book!
If you'd like to make your own sea shell book check out an easy to follow tutorial over at Sea Lemon.
Here is a video Flip Through of this Sunset Scallop Shell Book.
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I pulled out some coordinating fabrics from my stash and sewed a few more of these quick and easy Origami Fabric Pouches.
Did you know the largest Pumpkin Pie ever made was over five ft. in diameter and weighed over 350 pounds! It used 80 pounds of cooked pumpkin, 36 pounds of sugar, 12 dozen eggs and took six hours to bake!
I've been making zines! I've never made any before, but I was inspired by Katie Gebely and her colorful, abstract zines over at Col...
