Gwen Diehn

“Diehn opens up a new dimension—the artist’s vision of visual memories. Consider this a superscript above all other entries.”—Booklist. “Encourages those who hesitate to start in on the pristine pages of a nicely bound blank book.... Lively and interesting illustrations make this a good selection for public library collections.”—Library Journal.

Journals, Scrapbooks & Albums Made Simply Beautiful

The Decorated Page

Books for Kids to Make

Making Books That Fly, Fold, Wrap, Hide, Pop Up, Twist, And Turn

This follow-up to the highly popular Decorated Page offers even more great ideas for beautifying a journal, more breathtaking photos to inspire, and more smart (and simple) ways to endow even the artistically timid with confidence. It simply brims with suggestions and instructions. Find out about the wealth of contemporary supplies, from papers and adhesives to paints, pens, and pastels. See how to create the actual journal from scratch, including a quick-to-complete Three Minute Pamphlet. Use the tips for customizing a store-bought book that could use a little flair. Build layered pages, take advantage of the creative potential of transparencies, and more.

Creating Beautifully Expressive Journal Pages

The Decorated Journal

Shows how to design and create custom-made journals, along with suggestions on how they can enhance memories and personal experiences.

Designing & Using Handmade Books

Journal Your Way

Includes booklet entitled: Choose your own bookbinding adventure.

Real Life Journals

Presents instructions for making various kinds of books, including those that unfold like a map, hide secrets by opening in mysterious ways, tell a story on a scroll, and contain individual cards that slip into pockets.

Book for Kids to Make

Making Books That Fly, Fold, Wrap, Hide, Pop Up, Twist and Turn

Heather Smith

Alan Anderson

Terry Krautwurst

More than 150 nature crafts, including: wind vanes, beach baskets, bird feeders, scented soap, barometers, egg shell mosaics, etc.

Gwen Diehn

Books

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