How to Make a Blank Art Journal by Dawn DeVries Sokol

All levels | 36 min 31 sec

Introduction
Overview00:37

Materials
Materials01:31

Make Journals
Make a cereal box journal12:31
Make a hard cover journal21:52

Taught by Dawn DeVries Sokol

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Learn how to make two kinds of blank mixed-media journals: one from upcycled cereal boxes and a sewn spine; the other with a hard cover book, scrap papers, duct tape, and a button closure. These simple journals are easy to create and are perfect for on-the-go journaling to capture all your creative endeavors.

Here’s what you’ll need:

Tools & Materials:

Hard cover book (to deconstruct)
Cereal boxes (any size)
Paper cutter (or cutting mat with X-Acto knife and straight edge)
Bone folder
Awl
Binder clips
Duct tape
Artist masking tape
Scrap papers for interior of book
Scissors
Waxed linen thread (or use dental floss or yarn)
Binder’s needle
Large button
Sandpaper

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Learn how to:

Deconstruct cereal boxes and hardback books
Sew paper signatures using waxed linen and binder’s needle
Create a spine with duct tape
Add a simple closure

What you’ll get:

Easy-to-follow class by expert instructor and artist DeVries Sokol on how to create a blank art journal
3 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
Step-by-step instruction and a detaileid supply list
The ability to leave comments, ask questions and interact with other students