Altered Book cover Challenge

I was inspired by the challenge at Eclectic Paperie this month.

They are altering books.  I've never made one.  Thought I'd give it a go.

I love how it turned out.  I'm still gluing and adding gesso to the inside pages.

 This started as DCWV Rustic paper stack. I stenciled modeling paste mixed with raw umber using Royal Inspirations Stencils by Retta Arrows and Spears. Once it was dry, I added clear glitter glue to give it a shimmer.  I hot glued pink tulle around the die cut flourish, then layered a couple of paper flowers I cut with the same paper line and added a gem in the centers.

 I printed my scripture on my computer-sprayed with varnish-then glued down.  I outlined it with a black water color pencil, then a brown marker to smear it in.

I used scripture from Rev 9:7a.  It really speaks to me on how I need to put God first always. Good circumstances and bad.  The scripture is part of Triple The Scraps Bible Study.

I'm also entering this into Word Art Wednesday Challenge #125. Anything goes this week.  I urge you to check out their blog.  Every week they have free word art for you to use.

I hope my book will inspire you to give it a try.



 

Vintage Library Cards in altered journal

I love vintage images.  Nice Crane Designs have some Library Cards that fit this journal perfectly. 

I started with a plain composition book and covered the front and back with pink gingham designer paper. I heavily distressed the edges with Tim Holtz Vintage Photo ink.

On the front I even made a gap so the G45 Secret Garden paper would show through.

I colored the images with pencils and then fussy cut them out.  

Distressed the edges.  

The front cover was attached and surrounded with 

Wild Orchid flowers.

I've highlighted with some G45 Secret Garden cut outs.

 On the inside and rear page I created pockets so I could slide the library card in.  They could be used for photo mats or notes.

 Be sure to browse Nice Crane Designs store for all your vintage needs!