Wildflower Wisdom Journal book binding

Join Dee Gray and Patti Euler for an intimate mixed-media workshop handcrafting a deeply personal art journal using beautiful handmade and curated papers. In this delightful session, you will embark on a journey to create two hand-bound Journals, one to keep and maybe one to give as a gift. These journals are ingeniously crafted from a simple packing envelope—because who knew recycling could be this fun?

The experience is thoughtfully divided into three enriching parts: we’ll kick off by creating the covers of our journals then Patti and Dee will guide you through the essential techniques of book binding, showing you how to create beautiful signatures and stitch your journals together like a pro. Next you will have the opportunity to work in your journal using collage materials and color-harmonized collage imagery, and quotes chosen to inspire reflection, growth, and wisdom. With gentle guidance, you’ll explore layering techniques and journal prompts that tell a story, and you’ll be encouraged to add your own words whenever the moment feels right.

To finish, you’ll design unique hanging strands of handmade shrink-plastic flowers and beads that attach to your journal’s spine. These delicate, dangling accents add a touch of whimsy and beauty — a reminder that creativity and personal growth often flower together. Once you learn this amazing and fun shrink plastic technique you can use this newly developed skill for other art projects and jewelry making.

Workshop objective
Whether your journal becomes a sanctuary for secrets, a canvas for dreams, or a treasure trove for travel adventures, this workshop is all about carving out precious time for your artistic expression. If you are a seasoned artist or a curious beginner, this workshop invites you to unleash your imagination and embark on a journey through the pages of your art journal. So come ready to engage, create, and most importantly, have fun! We'll provide all of the materials, just bring a few tools, and your enthusiasm!

What You’ll Experience:

Day 1
- Techniques in creating an art journal with 4 signatures using an easy pamphlet stitch.
- A focus on creating decorative journal pages using collage material, quotes, positive affirmations and journal prompts.
- A powerful practice of self-reflection and creative empowerment

Day 2
- The art of creating beautiful flowers with shrink plastic and colored pencils
- Embellish your journals We Will Provide:
- Four sheets of Handmade Papers 22x30 (There will be a variety to choose from)
- 27 sheets of parchment paper for each book
- 12 sheets of graph paper for each book
- 4 sheets of decorative card stock for each book
- 10x13 Packing envelope
- 9x12 Packing envelope
- Bookbinding adhesive
- Ephemera/Collage Pack
- Imagery
- Words & Phrases
- Wax Linen and Tapestry Needle
- Shrink Plastic
- Flower Template
- Headpins
- Assortment of focal beads
- Bead cocktail of mixed seed beads

Shared Tools
Heat Guns
Awls
Jewelry tools
Double-sided tape
Shrink Plastic Molds

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