Dont forget about your special assignment too including that one special handwritten element. Some books this does not apply to such as childrens board books. The one shown above is now filled with pictures of her and her friends and. Altered board book junk journal january 30, 2019 altered books, book and paper arts, galleries, shop 0 comments this is a childs board book that has been altered to include tags, notecards, and mininotebooks and minijunk journals. Recycled art altered board book, mini, simple, easy youtube. Check out this charming altered board book diptych by kelly boler of book. Measure, cut and adhere paper to the inside covers.
I was going to do four doublepage spreads for each season. Altered book tutorial the astronomers apothecary i originally created this altered book because i wanted to win a contest at artchix studio. As tempting and obvious a choice as a childrens board book is, using one will require a lot more work. This is how i alter childrens board books to create mini albums. Altered book tutorial astronomers apothecary karens whimsy. A gallery of altered books incorporating collage, painting, and poetry. Altered book ideas as the earth turns i tried many different altered book ideas in my second major altered book as the earth turns. See more ideas about altered art, mixed media canvas and mixed media art. Find a board book, or if you are planning on doing tons, go to bare books and purchase empty ones.
If youre feeling adventurous, by all means feel free to alter a set of old encyclopedias. An altered book is a published book that has been changed into a new work of visual art through various art processes such as painting, drawing, collage, writing, and embellishment. Wrap a book board rectangle with kraft packing paper and bookbinding glue. Oct, 2019 board books that have been artistically altered. Resurface old board books that the kids have outgrown with watercolour paper for.
Altered board book ideas how to make altered board books. Ive had a few original not altered tunnel projects sitting around half finished. This week kelly boler from book and paper arts, one of our super mixed media design team members, created a captivating altered board book diptych for us. Altered book ideas as the earth turns karens whimsy. This is an account of how we altered a board book for a swap organised by the members of an artist trading card group with which were involved. Altered books are popular with mixed media artists. Decorating your altered board book by karen hatzigeorgiou. I may have my groceries and most of my life under control, but during the first days of seclusion, i was waking really early in the morning, turned on tv and did some self help retail therapy on qvc as they had clearance prices with my favorite hosts with denim. Looking for ideas for making an altered board book. Since you are here today, i believe you must want to learn more about creating an altered book.
Please subscribe for updated projects, leave a comment and tell me what you think. I sanded the pages, gessoed with a light layer of heavy body gesso, sponged on acrylic paint then stamped the pages with hand carved house stamps. Altered board books are a great idea for a mini album for a small child, which totally makes sense really because childrens books for babies and small children are typically board books because they are tough enough to take a bite or two and wont be ripped to bits pieces for at least a year or so. Altered book blackbird nest amongst the trees this is a book that has been altered by the addition of original pen and ink illustrations and cutaway pages. We will start at the beginning and work our way through until we complete our journey and many of our pages are altered.
I did a post on altered books on the make blog a few months ago and ive still been searching for some interesting howtos on this emerging subject. The book was divided into five sections winter, spring, summer, fall, and winter again. How to prepare an old book for altering or art journaling. The second adhesive i use in my altered books is fluid matte medium which is more liquid than the gel medium and is good for collaging papers.
Altered book tutorial astronomers apothecary karens. Jun 12, 2015 altered books, altered board books, paper arts, collage, paste paper, book shrines, reliquaries, angels, vintage maps, book arts. What others are saying altered board books, create a new book from a falling apart book. By tatiana kuzyk learn how to create a beautiful altered art mixed media keepsake in just one hour. Alexi francis is an artist based out of uk who creates beautiful altered books. I work on old books as the base and as a rabidreader i found i have a huge resistance to mangling books, even old books, even stupid romance books, even books that had millions of copies printed and no one would ever, ever read twice. Altered board book t his weeks the me at the simon says stamp monday challen ge blog is, try to resist. The one shown above is now filled with pictures of her and her friends and family, cute stickers and paper embellishments. Dec 18, 2012 first, choose a book to use as your blank canvas. Host jennifer perkins will play along as barbara demonstrates how to punch windows, glue book blocks, cut niches, layer pockets and decorate the pages. If id had more time, i mightve considered altering the spine to fit more properly. So you want to get started making an altered book otherwise known as lesson 1.
Altered board books are a fun and relatively easy way to get started into the art of creating altered books. Altered books, altered board books, paper arts, collage, paste paper, book shrines, reliquaries, angels, vintage maps, book arts. Guest barbara matthiessen demonstrates a variety of altered book techniques. Jul 01, 2018 a gallery of altered books incorporating collage, painting, and poetry. Most of my art journals have been altered books throughout the years. I also like the fact that the book is not 3 inches thick.
The little sign hanging from the hitching post added the finishing touch. I hope you find this tutorial on how to create an altered book. Hardcover books work better than paperbacks because they have the strength to support the weight of embellishments and to sustain the abuse youll be inflicting on them. I rummaged through my drawer of alterables and found two and a half scrabble board games.
Adhere the camper hitch post to the board with hot glue. Apr 15, 20 how to prepare an old book for altering or art journaling. Altered board book tutorial my daughter had a few board books that just did not capture her interest, so i decided to alter them with words and pictures i knew she would like. Need some inspiration for what types of books to use. How to make an altered composition book art journal as an amazon associate i earn from qualifying purchases. Save all the pieces of paper that you can get your hands on, find that perfect book that would qualify as your next art journal and start experimenting on your own. I wanted to switch things up from making cards and tags. The altered page a great gallery where you can flip through the pages of the altered books. Heres an account of how we altered a board book from a.
Im back to share a neat tutorial for you today on converting old board games to altered book projects. Its time for a tutorial on how to alter a vintage book and make it into your very own, personalized art journal. How to make an altered composition book art journal. See more ideas about altered books, book crafts and book making.
Students transform a discarded book into a creative art work of art that encompasses a theme and utilizes a variety of media and techniques. Jan 30, 2019 altered board book junk journal january 30, 2019 altered books, book and paper arts, galleries, shop 0 comments this is a childs board book that has been altered to include tags, notecards, and mininotebooks and minijunk journals. How to make altered books free altered book projects. Just wipe any excess up before it dries or else you will have. Altered board book diptych design team kelly boler the. Altered board book tutorial good idea for those gross, ripped books. Once you have your book and supplies it is simply a matter of getting creative and embellishing as you would a blank mini album. All earnings are directly reinvested in this site to continue sharing art journaling ideas, tutorials and resources. Beginner techniques, tips, and tutorials to help you create you own altered books. If youre like me and your passion lies in making fun creative projects, painting and drawing, art journaling and mixed media, then this new book was made for you. World of dollhouses altered book a journal papercraft on. The finished tunnel is a tight fit into the original cover. Tonight i finished the basic bones of an altered book for my course this summer.
I am thrilled to announce that my 5th book, mixed media magic and its accompanying ecourse available at are launching this month. On the other hand, this way seems more in the altered book spirit. Any book, old or new that has been recycled by creative means into a work of art. One line in this movie reminds me what a wasteful society we are in, yes, me too. Ive added quotes and now will embellish with paint, ink,and gel pens. The fewer pages there are, the quicker the book will be finished. Resurface old board books that the kids have outgrown with watercolour paper for your little ones to paint. Hot glue ribbon along the side of the book to cover the papers edge.
Its not intended to be a definitive list of instructions, because theres no right or wrong way to alter a board book, but perhaps it will give you a few ideas. Altered board books are a great idea for a mini album for a small child, which totally makes sense really because childrens books for babies and small children are typically board books because they are tough enough to take a bite or two and wont be ripped to. This has a lot of pages so you will glue the front to the first page and the back to the back page. An altered book is a form of mixed media artwork that changes a book from its original form into a different form, altering its. This article examines how altered books can be used in art therapy with adolescents. Sep 12, 2006 i did a post on altered books on the make blog a few months ago and ive still been searching for some interesting howtos on this emerging subject. This altered books lesson plan is suitable for 5th 12th grade. So you want to get started making an altered book otherwise. The official home of fox chapel publishing, publishers of bestselling woodworking, woodcarving, scroll saw, woodturning, pyrography books and magazines. How to alter a board book an easy approach tutorial this is a very easy tutorial to follow.
Feb 10, 2009 altered board book tutorial my daughter had a few board books that just did not capture her interest, so i decided to alter them with words and pictures i knew she would like. First lesson altered board book the first picture is the board book, this is not square and should be for your first book, i will find a square one tomorrow for the second lesson. Make an altered board book instructions to make an mini album from a childs board book. Altered books lesson plan for 5th 12th grade lesson planet. Books are discussed as an art canvas on which to provide stimulation. Heres a simple way to rework the cover of an old book, using chipboard letters and some paints. Rub the top of the board with earth ink to accentuate the crumpled texture. Craftspaper craftskids notesmod podge craftsbook journaljournalsboard book. The challenge was to use the lovely young lady swinging from the moon, so how could i resist an astral theme.