This delightful series of journals were selected as one of the 5 finalists for the award of “Artisan of the Year 2011” and is shown in the February 2011 issue of “Cloth, Paper, Scissors”. These stout little journals with thick pages have a simple and unique elegance that is enhanced with a beautifully beaded spine to coordinate with the colors used throughout the journal. This fast paced class is well suited for all levels.
Supply List:
- About 50 pages from a book (paper back novel is good)
- Bone folder
- Size 6 glass seed beads (Hank of 8 14” strands can be found at JoAnns)
- 10 larger end beads
- Acrylic paint to match beads, 1 dark color and 2 lighter colors (small craft paint jars are fine)
- Pencil and white eraser
- Small container of Gesso or white household primer
- ½” paint brush (flat edge such as a shader)
- 1” utility brush with natural bristles (as found at Home Improvement centers)
- Elmer’s glue
- White Sharpie Poster Paint Pen fine tip
- Uniball black gel pen – BOLD 1.0
- Water cup for cleaning brushes
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Optional:
- Additional beads, charms and embellishments for your spine beading
- Heat gun if you have, it really helps to speed up the drying process
$5 Kit Fee Includes:
- Includes 10 1/8th inch thick rectangular book binding board pages
- Waxed linen for the book binding
A Little About ME
Ingrid has developed a unique, sometimes quirky and playful form of journaling that is uniquely her own. Her books have been shown in Galleries throughout the country and her work is held in private collections throughout the world. Ingrid has had her work in publications such as the first 3 issues of “Art Journaling”, “Somerset Studios”, the premiere issue of “Jewelry Affaire” and the books “1,000 Artist Journal Pages” and “New Directions in Altered Books” among many other publications. Currently Ingrid is teaching Workshops throughout the country.
