I've been meaning to cover this little notebook I've had for a while now. Tonight, I finally did it! I used paper from the Radiant paper pad by Crafty Secrets.
The strawberry label is also from the Radiant paper tablet. I layered it with black CS and patterned paper. Then I stamped over the entire matted image with VersaMark ink.
Once it was good and sticky, I added a layer of Ultra Thick Embossing Enamel and melted it with my heat tool. I like the added durability the enamel provides for the decorative image.
I added some of my FAVORITE May Arts ribbon, and a fun little silver leaf charm by Blue Moon Beads. See the faux stitching along the edges of the book? I did that with my handy-dandy serrated tracing wheel!
Stunning!!! Love the EP layer on it, good idea!
Posted by: pam/iris | July 17, 2007 at 12:15 PM
Oh I LOVE those papers!! That book is wonderful! I love the look of vintage ephemera!!
Posted by: Tandra Boyer | July 08, 2007 at 09:55 PM
What a beauty of a book. Using the tracing wheel is pure genius...I have one from my pre-papercraft days when I sewed on fabric. LOL
Posted by: Tami | July 07, 2007 at 06:18 PM
Another stunning contribution. Hey guess what run over to my blog because you've been TAGGED.
Posted by: ~liz | July 07, 2007 at 05:54 PM
This is beautiful! I love the colors, layout, and ribbon! Wonderfully done!
Posted by: Kirsten | July 07, 2007 at 02:29 PM
This is so pretty. Great color combinations.
Also love your "twist" down below. I must have missed it on IF. It's so simple and sweet. :)
Posted by: Diane Duda | July 07, 2007 at 12:15 PM
Holy Canoli Batman! That is gorgeous! Can I have just the tiniest "smidge" of your talent, please? I promise I'll take good care of it. Your work is just stunning.
Mary (toao)
Posted by: Mary | July 07, 2007 at 05:29 AM
Bright and gorgeous with rich colors. It's just beautiful!
Posted by: Leslie Miller | July 06, 2007 at 07:13 PM
Wow Anna, this is absolutely STUNNING. I'm going to have a go at one too. I love my garden and this will be such a cool idea. Thanks for your inspiration. I'll send you my finished version when it's done. Your blog has such a 'country' feel to it - love coming here :)
Posted by: Claire Daly | July 06, 2007 at 06:31 PM
Oh this is so very pretty. It would make such a wonderful gift! Thanks for the idea. I'm sure mine will look nothing near as beautiful as yours, but I will definitely give it a try.
Chris
Posted by: Chris Hauck | July 06, 2007 at 11:47 AM
That's a gorgeous notebook. Very bright and bold.
I tried the method using VersaMark, then Ultra Thick Utee. Is there a trick? How long does it take to melt? My powder just blew off the card and didn't seem to melt at all. Help please!
Posted by: GrammaStamper (Barb) | July 06, 2007 at 09:24 AM
Did you take off the spiral in order to affix the paper on the front cover of the notebook?
Posted by: ~liz | July 06, 2007 at 09:20 AM
I love this little project! That faux stitching is great. I don't think I've ever come to your blog and seen something I didn't like. You are so inspiring!
Posted by: Well Said Cards | July 06, 2007 at 07:48 AM
This is wonderful! Love the colors!
Posted by: Michele Kovack | July 06, 2007 at 05:14 AM
Very pretty. I'd hate to use it, its so pretty!
Posted by: Sherri | July 06, 2007 at 05:12 AM