MINI BOOK MADNESS
An edited and recorded version of a workshop originally held live via Facebook in 2020. Please note that as this was originally a Live Workshop on FB, there will be the comments, asides, pauses, blips, and bumps that come with a live event.
Mini Book Madness is a two-hour online class where we create a one-of-kind mini artist book. Measuring 2.5 x 2.5 inches when closed, we will build this book from scratch using basic materials and a no-sew binding. After learning the basic technique, you will be able to use it to easily create books of any size. Once our books are bound and our covers are covered, we will move to the inside where I will demonstrate my approach to abstract collage. Given that the class is only two hours, you will not have time to finish collaging all the pages in your book. But you will absolutely have time to complete the book structure, learn the collage techniques and start working on the pages.
The Skinny
- The workshop is hosted on YouTube.
- The class includes 2 hours of instruction in one video
- Cost of the workshop is $25USD.
- There are no refunds once registered.
- Once you complete your purchase, you will receive an email (from either Seth Apter or Janene Kalb and usually within 24 hours of registering) that includes a direct link to the workshop.
- The supply list can be found in three places: in this listing, in the PDF you will receive a link to when you register, and in the instructional email.
- Please do not share the workshop link as it is meant only for paid participants.
Supply List:
The list looks long only because I wanted it to be detailed. There is a great deal of flexibility built in, so feel free to substitute as desired.
-Book covers: In advance of the class cut your choice of material for your covers into two 2.5 inch squares. You can use any sturdy material such as book board, chip board, the back of a pad or journal, a book cover from a hardback book, etc. Please note that I will only reference this size during the class and you will be on your own to determine sizing for other parts of this project should you chose to use a different size cover.
-Cardstock: Two or three sheets of standard cardstock (or 90lb watercolor paper). Please note you should choose a color(s) that you like as this paper will (potentially) not be fully covered in your final project.
-Thin, lightweight paper that will be used to cover your covers. Make sure that you have a piece that measures about 8x8 inches or two pieces that are at least 6x6 each. You can use scrapbook paper, printer paper that you have decorated, book pages, vintage ledger paper, ephemera, etc. Please note that while we will add our own touches to this paper, you will be ahead of the game if you have paper already decorated to your liking to use for your cover.
-Adhesive: I will be using a glue stick for collage and PVA (traditional book binders glue) for the binding...but you can substitute any liquid adhesive.
-Scissors and/or craft knife & craft mat.
-Ruler
-Pen or pencil: used to mark measurements so any fine point will do.
-Choose your favorites from all the following items:
-Stamps: Background and mark making stamps are good.
-Washi tape: Choose your favorite designs.
-Ink pads: Both dye-based and permanent.
-Mark Makers: Journal pens, pencils, paint pens, markers, etc. You only need a few.
-Collage Paper: A small amount of paper such as gel prints, scrapbook paper, ephemera, book pages, etc.
-Collage Elements – Rub-ons, stickers, etc. are optional.