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The Altered Book Scrapbook
by
Susan Ure
Combine two of the hottest trends in craftss needed to get great results.
Paperback, 184 pages
Published
August 1st 2007
by Sterling
(first published 2006)
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This one is perfect for Altered Book beginners, it makes the technique very approachable! Good balance between many photos, some description and then basic how-tos and simple materials lists. The Altered Books and interior pages shown are very appealing with good solid design principals yet simplistic enough in execution to not be overwhelming and are not overdone with the more expensive or scarce types of ephemera or requiring excessive digital embellishments/photoshoppery skills required. Man...more
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Shelves:
art,
art-journaling,
handmade,
handmade-books,
crafts,
collage,
altered-books,
scrapbooking,
journals
I am new to altering books so this book was interesting and helpful to me. I like how different artists' works are used to illustrate ideas, styles and techniques, which can be used for art journaling too. The instructions are simple and clear. I like the tips (especially those on extending the longevity of your creations) and list of materials needed for the projects.
Those looking for detailed directions and advice on layout and design may be disappointed. The book encourages you to "...more
Those looking for detailed directions and advice on layout and design may be disappointed. The book encourages you to "...more
This book has inspired me to make these for my family and friends when they have milestones in their lives. A very cool book.
I am glad I took a look at it but it really didn't give me any useful information.
Adriana
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Anyone starting off in altrernative art books
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Shelves:
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52-books-in-2008
Great ideas and tips on new Altered Art Book Techniques.
Love it.
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