If you like this video then try this Playlist, kzread.info/head/PLqbiR8lE_j3uao0GSCYvoBlcqwR2RJday It's full of journal making videos, inspiration for you! Enjoy, joie xx

@avniichan4885

2 жыл бұрын

Goooood

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much!!

@patriciawalker9470

2 жыл бұрын

Thx a bunch! I will 🙂

Joo-weee!! 💚💚💚 Hello darling!! I'll be starting a new altered book as soon as I can find an ideal candidate at the thrift store! I need to document my move across the country! 😲😲 Oh my goodness!! I've chosen a few things (OK, truth be told, three bankers boxes full) to craft with as it'll be a couple months at least from the time we drive away from the desert until I'll be able to set up my new craft room in my new house! Crafter's gonna craft and a girl's gotta do what a girl's gotta do!! ...am I right?? 😂🙌 Big hugs, my friend, Ems 🤗❤️🌵❤️🤗

@joiedefi

Ай бұрын

Good to hear that you are busy Ems 💜🤗🤗

Yay, challenge accepted, thank you so much for challenging and inspiring me x

I've made about 5 or 6 altered books and I have made about 6 journals that I bound myself. I love the way you did this one though and I want to do more water color and actual coloring with pens etc. in the books like you did here. Those pages were beautiful that you made! I can't wait to see what else you do!! Tfs💜

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Oh Senya, you just warmed my heart...I'm so happy...thank you for sharing. It means a lot to hear this 💜😁🍄

I literally look forward to your videos every single week. I’ve had a bit of painful day with a hip and shoulder dislocation, so having thiso look forward to, with a glass of wine is just divine. Also you must have read my mind.... I was debating an altered book as my next project, but didn’t know where to start! And you came to the rescue, my wonderful papyrohiliac heroine. 💖🐝

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Right, now I have to go and look that word up! Seriously, I do hope that you are ok...that sounds painful. Definitely take things slowly, look after yourself...and maybe plan that altered book some more. Sending best wishes for a speedy recovery 💕

Hi Joie, I know this video is 2 years old and you might not see this comment. I just want to say that I enjoyed watching this video and listening to your voice which is pleasant and soothing. I saw a post recently when you mentioned experiencing health issues. I hope things are improving.

@joiedefi

10 ай бұрын

Thank you ❤️❤️❤️🤗🤗🤗

Great video, Joie! Love how you showed your process of choosing the right book! Super fun collab with you again. Love how we take the same idea and make it our own! :) Hugs, Barbara

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

We absolutely do.. it pops out looking different, doing it our own ways, becoming whatever we like. Let's do this! Loved your video...need to watch it again, there's a lot in it! Joie ❣️🌿🍁

I do go to thrift shops for books. The public library in my city has great old books sales in the lobby. I've bought lots of books there for fantastic prices. Right now they have so many books, that for a limited time they are all 10 cents. Any size. I bought 5 books there today. Some for collage and some to read. I love the aged pages, which can be used for so many projects .🎨🖌 so happy that I found your channel

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love those aged papers too. What a resource to have access to!!!!😄👍💜💜

Haven’t made a journal from an old book , but it’s definitely on my to-do list. I love following both you and Barbara .....I’m fast running out of hours in my day

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Tee hee... Barbara is super busy filming these days, and we're having a lot of fun chatting together about this altered book/bullet junk journal idea. So great to hear that something like this is on your to do list Wyn!! 😁👍🏻💜

Just bought two music books at our library bookstore each for 25 cents a piece. The dates are 1925 and 1938, quite a find. One is a little larger with an embossed front. Perfect for my daughter's music journal. So excited.

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Ooooh very exciting!!!❤️❤️😊😁

I love your videos, no matter how old they are ! Youre an inspiration ❤ i love the opportunity to give new life to books dsstined for the garbage !

@joiedefi

13 күн бұрын

Great to hear that!!💜

Love your videos! You are one of the few who don’t overkill your journals with digitals. Digitals can be great...... but I miss the true art. I think that is why I love Arteza and how you use their products, not to mention the vintage art books! Aaah-Summmm!!!!!

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome!!!!! Indeed, thank you Kandice! 😁👍🏻💓

I've been fortunate to find several vintage books at a nearby charity shop (thrift store). I've been watching Tina working on her altered book. Im hoping soon to start on or continue one I've started previously. Thank you for sharing.

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Well done Darcy....I filled some pages in mine yesterday..just editing the video so I can share that with you! 😁💜🌿

you just inspired me to make a junk journal of all my husband's Grandmother's Poems and give it to him as gift....thank you for sharing step by step how to

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Wow, fab project Ruthie!!👍🥰💜

I love this technique and I love what you did so far. I tried making an art journal once before but definitely chose the wrong book...it does make a difference! Thanks for the inspiration - I want to follow along with you on this journey!

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome... looking forward to doing this together, having fun along the way 👍🏻😁💜

I love the simplicity of following a color scheme and only using a few elements to the painted page. The poem is so beautiful! Thank you for sharing.

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! Very generous Kimberly 💕

I love the idea of put your painted page WHOLE on the cover.

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Good idea Christine.. .I need feedback to make this decision 👍🏻😁💜

@christineschiaffo7976

3 жыл бұрын

joie de fi I think the painted page is so beautiful and you put so much love into it, that is should be showcased on the cover. Great job!

I have created several repurposed books & each one has turned out totally different. I think that the book & what you put in it takes on a life of its own almost. I’ve really enjoyed making them. Thank you for sharing your creativity 😊

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

So very true Whitney. Welcome and thanks for sharing your thoughts. 😁🍄💜

Breathtaking! I started a book, but only did a couple of pages. Your spread is gorgeous and has inspired me to go back and see if I can make it as lovely as yours. You were just what I needed to see today! Thanks ever so much! Posted to Pinterest. God bless and stay safe.

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Oooh, thanks for that Evelyn. Very generous. Lovely to see you here again 😁💜💕

Absolutely beautiful Joie! And I just live the mushrooms! 🍄

The poem is beautiful as are the pages...never thought to alter an old book...cant wait to do one. Thank you 🦋

Love watching you create and share your process!

i love the whole page for the cover

You're so calming and peaceful, Joie. I don't remember how I found you. Maybe Tina, or Kari or Barbara. I love this idea and am planning to alter a book. Probably in winter when things are slower and quieter. Thank you so much for sharing.

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

That sounds like a lovely project to look forward to Marti....keep me posted. I'll share some more pages in the meantime. Take care!! Joie 💜🌿🍄

I like the idea of re-purposing old things, but I just couldn't bring myself to do this to old books. Too sentimental! 😁❤️

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

I do understand ❤️

I love the way you go through the pros and cons of each type of book. I'm just starting out with altering books as art journals. These insights are so helpful! Thank you.

Very Pretty! You really do make it look fun & easy. Love the daisy & the “stitch” border!! ❤

Just doing my first altered book, didn't know how to decorate all those pages, thank you for Joie for showing me I can paint and collage 😊 bit of stencilling and stamping too, I'm going to enjoy making this!

I just love your “bit of fun” painting...it’s amazing

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Awww...Noreen. You're very kind...👍🏻😁💜

Never tried this. Must find a book that will work. Thank you. May 25.. 🙏🏿🙏🤗🤗🤗💗

Keep meaning to do an altered book so now you have inspired me to have a go, thank you.x

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

That's splendid Irene, keep me posted on your progress...I had a play with some ideas for the cover earlier today. So much fun!!!! 😁❣️🌿

Absolutely gorgeous start and very informative about how to start

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Oooh thanks Debby...💜😁🍄

This a great Joie! Wonderful information to get started. I've used just the covers for a journal but never altered a book. Will definitely try. Thank you! 🤗👍

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Madonna, lovely to see you here again 😁💜

I love this.... your freedom with art is what I love. Beautiful. Thank you for sharing

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

What a lovely thing to say....thank you Dee 😁❤️❤️❤️

I adore your accent, reminds me of Violet Buckle on Call the Midwife, I could listen to you all day.

I just can't bring myself to take apart old books, I love books...oh dear !

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

I completely understand 😁💜

@kitchenworker446

3 жыл бұрын

I feel the same I think it is areal shame to rip up and " spoil" these lovely old books! Sorry journallers!!

@vayanotaro8718

3 жыл бұрын

I'll give you a tip, get yourself a hardcover book from some bookstore that you have absoutley no interest in. Also, the ones with the shiny covers, if you slip those off, you usually have a beautiful blank cover, that you can decorate nicely

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Great tips!!👍💜

@username00009

3 жыл бұрын

I’m right there with you! I went to the used bookstore specifically to buy old books for altering, and they even had a clearance section of OLD books. I’m STILL having a hard time altering those books.

Love this project and your great instruction. Thank you so much.

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome, great to see you here, joie 💜🌿🍄

This is lovely. I enjoy playing with paper, I had previously thought I would alter a book. With your inspiration I feel I need to get busy. Thank you for sharing!!! Blessings 🙏

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Definitely get busy!! Let's do this 😁❣️

I love your style of altered book journaling. It’s simplicity is lovely. I can’t wait to get started creating my own spread and am looking forward to your next video.

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

It's my next video to film....I can't wait to play in it again Cheryl. So good to hear that you are enjoying this....a big thank you from me. Take care, joie 💜🌿🍄

A beautiful start to this altered book.. I always love watching and listening to you talk as you create; it's so calming and gives me so many ways to look at my paper and books.. thank you for sharing this ❤

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Awww thanks Michelle ❤️

Have never done an altered book, but thx to this tutorial am ready to do one!!! Thx for sharing 🥰

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!! Have fun Patricia!! 😁👍💜

Excellent tutorial! I learned a lot that I didn’t know when I had a go at making an altered book 📖. I enjoy your videos sooo much. Thank you for sharing 🌻.

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Always my pleasure Tina ❤️👍🏻😁

Again love what you do!! I will give this a try. Thank you Sara x

@joiedefi

Жыл бұрын

Makes me very happy to hear this Sara, thanks for your lovely comment!!🌹❤️👍

SO helpful seeing how you choose a book! Thank you!

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Diana 😊❣️

I also love your videos so much!! And I get so inspired. Thank you for sharing this idea. I love altering book. Last week I made a junk journal with a vintage book cover!!

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant! I am inspired by your Instagram channel, every day! You're amazing!!!! Thank you so much for popping by to watch.... sending massive hugs, joie 🌿💜🍄

Perfect ! I’ve made my first one ready to fill.. thank you for your inspiration!!

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome Vera 😁❣️

Your videos are always, fun, inspiring, soothing. Actually, a pure joy to watch.

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Very generous Gaye 😁👍🏻💜

I have always gutted my books completely. I guess I was intimidated by keeping pages because I just don't know what to do with them. So I find this so neat that you're going from the very start. Thank you so much for sharing this. (I really enjoyed your reading the poem. It was so soothing.)

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Kathleen... very kind of you 😁💜

So beautiful, love the colors. Found your work very inspiring 💖

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

That's great to hear, thanks so much!!💜

I love making altered books and this one looks like it has a lovely start. Thanks for sharing

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome 😊💜🍄

What fun! Might try this for a month in my daily creative journal / fauxbonichi ! Thanks !

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Definitely!!!! There's going to be a few more of us doing this going forward so feel free to share what you do widely and we can all take a look👍🏻😁❣️

Thank you so much for this video. I have never used an altered book but want to try after seeing this video. I love the simple way you explained everything.❤

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Milagros Vega.... that's great to hear!! 😁❣️👍🏻

❤❤❤❤ love this

I love that you’ve given me so much to think about when looking for a vintage book to use for journaling. In my home town which is about 260 miles from where I live now, has the most amazing used book store. It’s a very old 3 story building that dates back to the early 1900’s. I love going in when I go back home and I can spend hours in there. The next time I go, I will have so much more to think about when I purchase my books. My husband is a huge history buff and loves going in and he’s even harder to get out of there than I am.

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

I can just imagine that book store...... Awesome !! 👍💜💜💜

Loving this collaboration with Barbara! Love seeing how you chose the book you used and how to proceed. Excited to follow along !!

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Krissi!! 💜🍄

Hi Joie I thought I had watched every video you had made. I was so delighted to find this one to watch. I love it. Miss seeing you Joie. Hope you can make a new Video soon. Hugs❤️

You are such a gifted “instructor” ! Your calming voice and easy to following directions are brilliant! Thanks

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Gosh, I'm feeling a bit emotional from this... Thank you so, so much 💜💜💜💜💜

Really beautiful and peaceful video Joie. Loved seeing a little of the outdoors too :)

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Helen, and I appreciate your journaling tips! 😁💜🍄

Love this book love to try one!!Thankyou so much x

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful!!😁👍

just found your channel and I knew right away I would love your style.. now to binge watch your videos such a sooth and calming channel and beautiful artwork. Thank you for sharing.

Loved the video!!! Yes to the challenge!! Your cover will be wonderful!! Looking forward to follow up videos!! Thank you!🥰

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome!! Thanks Joy, thanks for your enthusiasm. 😁💜🍄

I'm sooo happy you did an altered book!! I look fwd to more of your ideas and thoughts!! Fabulous joie!! 😉💜💚 P.s. thx you!😊

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome Michelle 😁🍄💜

As ALWAYS, I love your work and your sweet spirit gently explaining your process. I also like the option of diving creativity right into a book without the {sometimes} hassle of creating one from scratch. Thanks much for all the tips!

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

The less hassle the better, sometimes....😁 Thanks very much for popping by to watch Danelle!! 💜👍🏻🍄

This video with the poem and your soothing voice is like a nature art yoga. So inspiring and relaxing. Love it!

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you Liz.... that's so generous, very descriptive. Hope you had a good weekend... joie 💜🌿

oh my goodness it was so pleasant to listen to you talk and watch you create this beauty. Thanks for not making it boring. Love your ideas.

@joiedefi

Жыл бұрын

Ooooh thanks very much Sherlene!! Great to meet you!🤓👍

I'm fairly new to this & still want to try this. Thanks for sharing.

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome Nanci...thanks for popping by to watch 💜😀

Hi Joie! Lovely layout. I'll have to watch the rest. Thanks for sharing your creativity. Creative Blessings!

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

You too Kelly!! Lovely to see you, take care!!💜💜👍😁

Started mine watching our Tina. First time I did an altered journal. Loving it Joie. Hugs xxx

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome!! I'll be decorating more pages too!! 😁👍🏻💜💜💜

Hello Joie, these are fun journals to make I’ve made a few myself years ago. Great journal for someone who doesn’t want or feel like they are ready for the sewing of signatures yet.

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Very true.... first time for me, sounds like you have a few of these under your belt 😁👍🏻💜

Wonderful Video Joie~Truly Relaxing and Informative! I am drawn to Vintage/Antique books and have been adding to my collection which has turned into a Library. Not every old book speaks to me, but when it does, it loudly beckons! I haven't made an altered book just yet. I appreciate your tutorial very much! When I do create one, I will be very selective in choosing the book I use. There definitely are books that will remain part of my library but what a Beautiful way to pay tribute to these Precious works of Art~to bring the Masterpieces of the Past into the age of today~by Gifting New Life and Pleasurable Purpose. The Lovely Covers, the Carmel colored pages, the Amazing Illustrations are the Perfect foundation from which to begin. I Soo Appreciate how much Love & Attention you give to these treasures~honoring the Precious Works of Art they Truly Are!

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

You totally get this Hodge Podge, you absolutely understand!! 😁😁😁 And as I write this I'm at my craft desk planning some collage on the cover of this Altered Book. So much fun to come, I hope we can chat again soon!! Joie 💜🌿

Love this!! 💕

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Oooh fantastic...feel free to join in as this is a series, we can all share what we make 😁💜👍🏻

I've done both altered books and journals that I bound myself. They each have their own pluses and challenges. I love the way you do yours!

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

I'm still a beginner...sounds like you could help me if I get stuck ✔️👍🏻😁💜

So very inspiring. I can’t wait to try this myself. Thank you so much!

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic!! I think you'll have a lot of fun 😉💜👍

Such great tips! Thx so much. You can use white Gesso to cover up parts of whole pages, so you CAN use some books with poetry and images 👍and the pages will become stronger and if you use Daniel Smith's watercolor ground instead of gesso, you can even use markers and does not even damage the nibs (i've seen a video where they tried that out, but have not tried that out myself) or use expensive brushes (if you have them)

Love all you video 💕and thank you for all the wonderful ideas❣️

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Awww Maria, thanks very much... that's so kind of you....❣️❣️❣️

I've found some great old books, not expensive, in antique shops. Following this series, and maybe attempting an altered book myself. Tfs x

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Nice one Margaret. I like the sound of those shopping trips... lovely to look around for old books. Keep me posted on your progress!! 💜🍄🍁😁

The tutorial I was waiting for! Thanks a lot!!!!

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure 👍🏻😁❣️

Loving those mushrooms, just gorgeous!!! Your book is going to be fab

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Selina..I think mushrooms need to feature somehow... cute aren't they 😁💜

this was really very helpful! thank you for all of the detailed info.

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome Linda 😁💜

Thank you so much. I have been searching for how to make an altered book and your explanation was wonderful.

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Ooooh thank you!! I really appreciate that!! 😁💜🌿

Great video Joie.. thank you for doing this! Love Barbara’s videos 👍🏻

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

We do love Barbara don't we 😁👍🏻💜

I found this vid, so helpful , especially your process and the way you use your mattrrials!

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

That's great to hear Barbara. I try to explain "why" as well as "how" 👍🏻😁💕💕💕

I’ve made many of these altered books. I feel like a little kid playing with my art supplies and the results are always satisfying. I’m going to “zoom craft” together with friends today. It’s become a Saturday ritual! Thank you for all of your inspiration.

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Wow, Zoom craft is a fabulous idea.... Thanks for suggesting that.... ❤️❤️❤️

I made and sold altered books about 20 years ago. I moved on to other things after that. In the past year I've started making junk journals. On a whim I just looked up info on altered books and came across this video and the ones that 49dragonflies did. I'm excited to make and altered book again.

@joiedefi

6 ай бұрын

😁👍💜

My bucket list has been updated

@joiedefi

Жыл бұрын

Hehe 👍🥰💜

Thank you so much Joie! Your videos are so informative and relaxing!! Love the music in your background too!! I will definitely give this altered book idea a try!! Thanks again for the Inspiration!! 😊😊😊🤗🤗🤗

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic to hear that Lori! 👍🏻🙂💜🍄

Oh my! How perfect is this video!? It's exactly what I've been looking for as I'm planning on doing a memory / art journal for my children. An altered book will do the job. Thank you for sharing and being so methodical in your explanations. It really helps! I will truly enjoy this project. All the best to you!

@joiedefi

Жыл бұрын

And to you!! Keep me posted on your progress!!💜

I really love the mushroom pic that you did and it's a beautiful cover I think. I've come here from Barbara at 49 dragonflies and I really like this idea and love watching what you both are going to come up with.

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic Kelly, welcome!! 😁🍄💜

Wonderful tutorial. I've done several but not quite like you're doing. I quite like how you are using the page itself as a backdrop instead of covering it up with paper. Tfs Blessings

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

That's interesting Donna, I hadn't about it that way. I love still seeing the book page. And it's easy, which is good 😁 Sending hugs, joie 💜🌿🍄

Love this video I accept the challenge and will start mine today!!!!

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

That's fantastic Suzanne 🤩 I just filmed a step by step video in which I collaged the cover...just to share some ideas. Thanks so much for stopping by to watch 😁💜🌿👍🏻

Thank you for inspiring us to create 🌻💖🎉

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome 😁💜

So so so inspiring! I'm going to my craft room NOW, trying to start at once! 💚💛🧡

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Excellent!! Have fun Annette😁 Keep me posted on your progress!! Joie 💜🌿🍄

Gosh I love this idea. You do give me a lot of confidence. I shall look for a book to alter tomorrow. Many thx

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic!! I think I might fill a few more pages in mine soon 😃💜👍👍

Your voice is very beautiful and very soothing. I love your work and I love how you advertise for other crafters their chanels. And how we all share our ideas with one another. Very beautiful. Thank you for sharing.

@joiedefi

2 жыл бұрын

Lovely feedback!! Thanks so much!!👍❤️😊

I buy travel books on countries I’ve visited and add my own photos create pockets for items from the trip write on page or add written comments to pockets add pages for photos thanks for your piece it reminded me to add to the travel books since we are in lockdown

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

That's fantastic Rosemary. You've got an amazing approach there...I really like the sound of that👍🏻😁🌟 Thanks so much for popping by to watch, and for taking the time to share your thoughts. Happy journaling!! Joie 🌿❣️

I just started doing an altered book. Loved your videos and Barbara’s. Both of you do such great work. Keep doing what you do and, I hope you are feeling better 😋😋😋😋🙏🙏🙏

Found this video today from watching the start of Shabby's where she mentioned you got her into this challenge, and she said you went into a good deal of detail. So I have watched this video, sourced a book, torn out pages and done the gluing and pocket making. I am leaving out to dry overnight and then it will be play time. :) This will be my first altered book attempt. :) Thank you for going to so much trouble in this video. It gave me the confidence to give it a go. :)

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

That's absolutely fantastic Lexie, what a result!!!👍💜😁

this is nice and simple.😍

Lovely book!

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much!!! 😁❣️

Tried doing this and it was so good as it was less stress and worry about making a journal , and I loved the look with an book

@joiedefi

3 жыл бұрын

It works well, doesn't it Natalie. I can see me doing a few of these too. Thanks for popping by and for sharing your enthusiasm 👍🏻😁💜