The Inspired Notebook

Mini books are one my best loved things to make. Probably, because I can put one together in about an hour or less! This one is so simple - I made it in 30 minutes! I created this mini album to hold memories from my garden walks. I know I'll really appreciate when winter comes this year.


Quick Steps:
  1. Slice 12" x 12" paper in half  (Idea.ology by Tim Holts)
  2. Create a gate fold with your bone folder
  3. Slice your photos to fit inside the center panel
  4. Stacked them together and stitch or glue the top edges
  5. Glue a large flower to one of the outside flap ( flower from Antique Paperie by Colobok)
  6. Add journal notes to the inside flaps
  7. Tie loosely with twine to keep it closed
P.S. If you're looking for another quick project, check out my CD/DVD packing tutorial featured on The 36th Avenue this week!

Find more daily inspiration:

Feathered Nest Fri / Show and Tell Fri / Feature Yourself Fri / I'm Lovin' It / Weekend Wrap Up / Made by You Mon / Motivate Me Mon / Get Your Craft On / Whatever Goes Wed / Wow Me Wed / Create n Share / The 36th Ave / Somewhat Simple /
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9 comments :

  1. MixedMolly12:44 PM CDT

    Love the paper and the neutral colors. Cute idea.

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    1. Unknown10:10 AM CDT

      Thanks Molly, I often lean towards monochromatic color schemes

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  2. Unknown10:24 AM CDT

    what a brilliant idea!! I love monochromatic too...and the butterflies..WOW. You must share where you got this!

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    1. Unknown11:22 AM CDT

      Thanks Amy, I made it - you find the paper and flower at Jo Ann Fabrics

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    2. Unknown10:56 PM CDT

      yay! I should've specified. The paper, where you got the paper!! Ha! And you know, I do have to go get some fabric at Jo Ann's maybe I'll pick me up some butterfly paper! Thanks Kristy!

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  3. Maria Kitching5:44 PM CDT

    This is very cute. Thank you for sharing, found you on keeping it simple.
    Maria Crafty Chic

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  4. Pam7:57 PM CDT

    This is beautiful. I have some of that paper, and I love minibooks. This one is different than any I've done before. Thanks for sharing.

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    1. Unknown8:23 AM CDT

      Thanks Pam and I know - I love how the paper looks hand stamped with butterflies

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  5. Unknown6:09 PM CDT

    This is such a cute mini book Kristy!! And what a brilliant idea to fill it with summer photos to get us through those long winter months!!! Pinned it!!! :D

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I love reading your little notes, it makes me smile from ear to ear!

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