https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/altered-journal-2 • Posted by RedDeb
Simple way to take an old book and turn it into a journal or scrapbook.
Simple way to take an old book and turn it into a journal or scrapbook.
Gut an old book by cutting the inside page block out carefully. Try to not cut through the binding of the book, keeping it in tact.
Reinforce the binding with duct tape.
Using an Exacto knife and a metal ruler, cut a slit near the top of the binding area, going not quite all the way across. Do the same near the bottom.
For each signature you want to include in your book run a piece of string or embroidery thread from the top slit, around the spine of the book and out through the bottom slit.
Tie them in a knot on the outside of your book.
Use scrapbook papers, maps, wallpaper samples, book pages, etc. for the inside pages of your book.