FUN! Can’t wait to get started….

I've made several board book minibooks. They are really fun to make. They come in some really neat shapes. I've made some by cutting the pages apart and punching holes and using binder rings. I like the way you kept them together. I'm going to try that next time.

@madebymartha

7 күн бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! I like the idea of cutting the pages apart and using the binder rings. I might try that next😊

Fantastic !! Love love love ! As I have so many of these that were my grandchildren’s and was going to donate xxxx Yay ! So excited it’s 11 pm and want to start straight away ! Thanks so much for sharing this inspiring video xx

@madebymartha

9 күн бұрын

So wonderful to hear! Have fun with those board books💖

Gorgeous! Thank you for sharing your process.

What a fun idea to do with these little books. So cute with the old black and white ladies.

This is absolutely gorgeous. Thank you for sharing it with us. It's the first time I've watched you, but it won't be the last.

@madebymartha

4 күн бұрын

@@karenferguson7662 thank you!💖

Beautiful! Thanks for sharing your process.

What a wonderful idea! I'm really loving collaging lately. This is so inspirational. Thank you!

@madebymartha

9 күн бұрын

It makes me so happy when I can inspire others. So glad you enjoyed the video and happy creating💖

First video in awhile I watched to the end. What a great little project idea. Your book came out beautifully. Thank you so much for sharing this process video. I learned a lot of great tips. Gold on the page ends was brilliant. 🎉

@madebymartha

7 күн бұрын

So glad you enjoyed it! I am very much the amateur video maker so I’m glad when others enjoy them😊💖

Such a cute little book ❤ love this idea 💫

I love how the book turned out! Thanks so much for sharing your process. I have yet to do a board book but it’s on my art bucket list!!! ❤

@madebymartha

7 күн бұрын

Hope you give it a try!💖

Love this so much…thanks for sharing! ❤

Wow! It's gorgeous and totally unique. Thank you!

@madebymartha

13 күн бұрын

Thank you💖

Molto bello. Grazie per aver mostrato tutto il procedimento. L'oro sulla pagina rende il libro elegante .😊👍❤❤

Now I know what to do with my board books.😊

@madebymartha

13 күн бұрын

That’s great - it super fun to repurpose board books😊💖

Fun idea! Thanks for sharing ❤😊

That was a cute project , a master piece if you will. Loved it. Thank you for sharing your talents💕💕💕 I have a little book like that ( a little bit bigger) and wanted to do something special…. Now I know what to do with it 😊

@madebymartha

7 күн бұрын

Yay! Have fun😊💖

❤LOVE it!!!!

I almost always go back and add a tiny something after I'm "done" too. This came out great! Some board books you can peel the outside layer off the pages so they will accommodate the extra papers more easily and you don't need to widen the spine. Thanks for the demo on how to do that step.

@madebymartha

11 күн бұрын

Thanks! I think I’m addicted to altering board books now😊💖

Loved watching you create this little book! Clever adding the sparkle at the end! New sub! Nice to meet you! ❤

@madebymartha

4 күн бұрын

@@GwenTheTrashWitch 💖💖💖

Love this

Love this 💜

@madebymartha

Күн бұрын

@@NigezzaCreates thank you!

I love it and like the ladies in combination with the old book pages very much. Great idea. Thanks for sharing.

@madebymartha

13 күн бұрын

Thank you - this is my favorite style😊💖

This is so cute and gorgeous tfs xo

@madebymartha

13 күн бұрын

Thanks💖

Very fun project ❤

@madebymartha

13 күн бұрын

Thanks - I like your name😊💖

Just came upon your video. I also make board books. This one you've shared is delightful. Always love when there are added words of encouragement and positivity! Well done! May I ask... where did you find these adorable cut-outs? Thank you!🌺🌈🙋‍♀️

@madebymartha

4 күн бұрын

@@sherelynwhite4130 I’m so happy you enjoyed it! I know that the image on the cover came from a book I got on Amazon - it’s specifically made for cutting out images for collage. The other images are digital images that I had already printed out so I cannot remember exactly who I bought them from. I have lots and lots of digital images and sometimes I don’t keep track of who I bought them from😬. If you go on Etsy, you can probably search vintage photos and find some.

New subbie. Loved your altered book. It turned out great. Do you find much difference between this one that you glued the spine down from the ones you removed it entirely? Also liked the added touch of the gold painted edges and gesso spots. Thanks for sharing Patti

@madebymartha

7 күн бұрын

I do notice a little bit of difference when I open and close the books. I would recommend removing the spine piece and using tape or fabric on the spine

Thank you for sharing! Beautiful art piece. Can you please share how you use it? Due to busy background, you cannot use it as the notebook. So what you do with it afterwards? Thank you.

@madebymartha

7 күн бұрын

I have it displayed on a bookshelf😊

What adhesive do you use and how to you manage tha pages not being sticky? Such a great idea-appreciate any tips!

@madebymartha

7 күн бұрын

I use a glue stick and the pages are not sticky at all

@stephanieweldy8911

7 күн бұрын

@@madebymartha cool! Good to know. Love how this turned out

Does glue stick work or do the papers start to come off? I never have luck with glue sticks. I use mod podge. Just wondering your glue stick experience long term.

@madebymartha

3 күн бұрын

@@TwistedArtdesigns I have been using this particular brand of glue stick for several years and I have not problems with it. I think it might depend on the quality of glue stick you use, but I’m no expert. I do know that you need to apply a good amount of glue and then press it down with your hands for a short time to make sure that it adheres to your surface. Also I only use it on thinner papers (and sometimes thin fabrics).

I always worry that the glue stick won’t hold up over time.

@madebymartha

13 күн бұрын

Well, I’ve heard that it depends on the quality of the glue stick, but I’m definitely no expert. This particular glue stick I use was recommended by an artist that I trust about four years ago or more. Since I’ve been using it I have not had any problems with it. All of the pages I create in my art journals are for my personal use so I can always go back and reglue things if I need to.

@sherelynwhite4130

5 күн бұрын

In time, items glued with glue sticks can separate from the surface it's glued to. For items you might sell or give away, you could use a pva or a product called glitter glue.