Create your own WATERCOLOR SKETCHBOOK !! DIY Journal #1

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Create your own WATERCOLOR SKETCHBOOK !! DIY Journal #1
❖ I show you how to make your own journal. It can be a sketchbook, watercolor journal, art journal, even a bullet journal! This DIY journal tutorial is suitable for beginners with a lot of advices and pro tips along the way. I am using big sheets of watercolor paper but you can use whatever paper you want, of course! Ready to make your DIY Journal ?!
❖ To help you create your HANDMADE SKETCHBOOK, I show you EVERY STEPS :
► Making the measuring to cut the paper as you need for the journal size and orientation you want.
► Creating a template to make it easier the next times.
► Cutting the sketchbook pages with my tearing technique using a ruler.
► Folding the pages the right way to create your journal signatures.
❖ In the next video, we will BIND THE JOURNAL TOGETHER to create our own watercolor sketchbook. Yeah, it involves sewing but don’t freak out, bookbinding is easier than you think. :)
❖ To follow me on INSTAGRAM, that’s @annelaurewatercolor. :)

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@FollowingtheWhiteRabbit 6 жыл бұрын

This is the link for Part 2 about the binding. 😌 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/aLeShchjstHUkYE.html About the "alternating the pages" trick, I think this comes from Roz Stendahl ( rozwoundup.com ), in an article written on her website or on Cathy Johnson's artistsjournalworkshop.blogspot.fr website. 😊 Thank you Roz! 😃

@SharonCullenArt 5 жыл бұрын

Following the White Rabbit yes this is the one. I make some of my journals using Coptic stitch but never after they are painted so I was curious how you do this. Especially if you are doing a double page spread.

@gwenhutson 3 жыл бұрын

EXCELLENTLY done! Very understandable. Thank you!

@ChapmanGriffith 2 жыл бұрын

By far the best how to for sketch book making ever viewed. I’ve watched many of them, yet following those instructions did not give me the results I was hoping for. In fact I encountered many of the problems you addressed. But now I understand why and how to avoid them. Also the dividing of the paper to make the different sizes books Is fantastic. Thank you ever so much for sharing this with us.

@christierella 5 жыл бұрын

Explaining a confusing method in a second language...I'm impressed! 👏🏼 Great job!

@veroniquequesnel76 3 жыл бұрын

Formidable ! Très pédagogique et toujours dans la joie et la bonne humeur ! Ce qui se conçoit bien s'énonce clairement, et les mots pour le dire arrivent aisément ! J'adore votre présentation et je me jette immédiatement sur la vidéo suivante ! Vos recommandations sur le fait de déchirer le papier et de veiller au sens du pliage sont très précieuses. Merci de partager ce savoir-faire !

@418SurferGirl 5 жыл бұрын

Salut Anne-Laure! This series is great. I started with your videos on making the Urban Sketching board. I used colorful Duck Tape on my board for some fun color. Came out great! Now I have to make the sketchbook pages! Un grand merci!!

@thatslifecaro1479 5 ай бұрын

franchement trop bien!!! merci 💖 Tes videos me manquent, j'espere que tu vas bien!

@stephaniereed8869 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this. The paper sides for signatures was most helpful

@betsyblack15 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant! So glad I watched before making my own for the first time! I never would have folded the pages correctly so that the "right" sides and the "wrong" sides matched in a two-page layout. Bravo!

@SheriWinston 3 жыл бұрын

Love this! Thanks! The template is brilliant!

@dawncfoster7698 5 жыл бұрын

You are so smart. Thank you

@Angela-jy8um 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice tip about the front and back of the paper being different! I would not have thought of that until it's too late! haha (and maybe not even then. :) Love your videos!

@barbhayes5613 6 жыл бұрын

There is so much great information in this video! i never thought about reversing alternate pages so each 'spread' will have the same finish across the seam. Now I want to make sketchbooks for travel. Thank you!

@TosaNewsense 5 жыл бұрын

Hiding the measuring imperfections with torn edges is brilliant. Thank you for that pro tip!

@frenchgrama 6 жыл бұрын

Salut Anne-Laure!! Thank you for showing how you divide the paper to get all the different sizes. Please, please, please do a video of a flip through of your sketchbooks that you held up for this video - but don’t go too fast, I would love to have a good look at your work - I just love everything about your style - your work is so beautiful...

@FollowingtheWhiteRabbit 6 жыл бұрын

Salut Magdalena! Merci pour ton sympathique commentaire ! 😀 I am glad you liked the part with the paper dividing. Afterwards, I was wondering if this would be useful or not for you all, as the video seemed a bit long just for the paper preparation. 😅 I am really touched by you enthusiasm about my work! Yes, some sketchbook tours are definitely on my list! 😃🎉 But I have too much ideas 😁 and too much to do !! 😩😅 (and I use too much smileys 🤪😂) So, yes, I am going to work on some not too fast flip through. With a few explanations and close ups, it would seem nice, what do you think?! 😊

@elsagrace3893 6 жыл бұрын

I admire you organization. A person gets a lot of it from their parents. Hug and thank your parents for the good start. Pat yourself on the back for the further development of the gift.

@asharma6358 5 жыл бұрын

Love your spirit and enthusiasm.

@debzhouse 6 жыл бұрын

I just made my own sketchbook & I love it .I am glad you mentioned about alternating the papers with the correct matching sides because I never would have realized to do that. Thanks so much and I didn't realise how easy it is to tear the paper with the ruler and love the torn look. Thanks so much for sharing I love your channel and your terrific hints.

@FollowingtheWhiteRabbit 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Deb! Thank you so much for your compliments. ☺️ 😃 😘

@recoveringsoul755 4 жыл бұрын

Oh I missed that about the sides of the paper and had to go back to watch again the ending where she shows that

@monicabhawsar2365 5 жыл бұрын

Hey , this is the very first video I have seen on this channel......There are two things I want to say 1. Your are a cutie pie. And 2. You explained very well😊 and I liked your haircut also

@rothstich 2 жыл бұрын

This is a great idea🤗👍 Thank you for this video 😁🙋🏻‍♀️

@FollowingtheWhiteRabbit 2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome RothStich! I’m glad you liked it!!! Happy sketching!!! 😆

@nknana3 6 жыл бұрын

I am so excited to make my own journals!! I love that you have broken it down to different sizes...you have done all the measuring for us...the part that is so confusing when looking at my full sheet of watercolor paper and wondering where to start. And what a great idea...making a template!! I'm going through chemotherapy and take my watercolor supplies with me during my 7 hour treatment, helps pass the time and puts me in my happy place.. Making a small journal with my own paper (I paint in my lap so there isn't a lot of room, what with my paints, water and paper towels) would be ideal. I'm also going to try to paint some of the projects you have shown in your other videos. I love your seashell, showing how you did your highlights and shading and some of your other fantastic paintings. Thank you so much for all your wonderful videos, tips and hints!! I'll let you know how I make out with my journals. Nell

@weishaark 5 жыл бұрын

Love, Love, LOVE this! I tell everyone about it whenever the subject of DIY sketchbooks comes up. I've made dozens, even teaching my two granddaughters how to make their own! 💞

@corikay 6 жыл бұрын

Great information...especially about alternating the pages to get matching surfaces!!! Really helpful! Thank you!

@FollowingtheWhiteRabbit 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Corikay, yes this tip is not often highlighted. 😌

@lindabezet3139 6 жыл бұрын

That was an awesome tip. Never would have thought about that on my own. Thank u so much.

@raniazakaria4602 5 жыл бұрын

so helpful video really thank you so much

@cakebakerish 6 жыл бұрын

Anne-Laure...this is great! I will make one...can’t wait for part 2!🌸👍

@chammikaiser7740 4 жыл бұрын

I have a lot of good watercolour paper and this was so helpful for sketching . Thank you so much.

@eileengoldenberg270 6 жыл бұрын

I often make my own sketch books.. Fabriano cold press is my favorite as well, I use the extra white.. great tip about the template! Thanks!

@FollowingtheWhiteRabbit 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment, Eileen, I am glad the template tip can be useful for your next sketchbook making sessions. 😊

@dawncfoster7698 5 жыл бұрын

Your. Energy is wonderful

@kionamcdaniel9552 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Anne-Laure! I shared some of your sketchbook techniques with my watercolor society. I told them to come find you and about how much I enjoy your videos. I hope this brings you new subscribers!

@kitsunebushi 6 жыл бұрын

I absolutely LOVE your accent!! 😍😍😍 and this tutorial is awesome too!!

@floratan2890 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Those instructions and tips are so helpful and you explained and presented it very well.

@FollowingtheWhiteRabbit 6 жыл бұрын

Flora, thank you so much for these lovely words about the video. 😊 Glad you liked it!!!

@thefabuloustravelingartstu5119 2 жыл бұрын

great content. Thank you

@FollowingtheWhiteRabbit 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it! My pleasure!! 😃

@toutestpossiblegm7007 3 жыл бұрын

Wow thank you so much for sharing your knowledge!! that was a great tutorial! thanks for all the videos you've created too!

@denalimpede3900 6 жыл бұрын

So glad I found your channel. You are a great instructor and your smile is very contagious . Thank you for these Pro Tips. My favorite was that we need to alternate the pages. Thank you!

@FollowingtheWhiteRabbit 6 жыл бұрын

Dena, I am so glad too and really happy you found and liked the channel! :D Thank you so much for your compliments about me and my work and your feedback on the video!! How did you find me, by the way?! With the KZfaq suggestions? :) Indeed, it's not so easy to make people found the channel so, just to say, ;) if you feel like sharing it with your friends or on social media, feel free to do so, ha ha ! :p ;)

@DimDraws 5 жыл бұрын

enfin un tuto complet et bien expliqué MERCIIIIIIII !

@amazingbeezbuzin 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing how you make your sketch book! Can you please, please show how you made your cover as well! Thank you so much! Love your videos!

@karinalynn9356 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the fantastic video with all these tips. I am looking forward to part two as well as viewing your other videos! It is so kind of you to share!

@FollowingtheWhiteRabbit 6 жыл бұрын

And thanks for your compliments about it, Karina! :D I uploaded part 2 yesterday. :)

@SunshineLeclair 6 жыл бұрын

I so enjoy your video's ... thanks for sharing!!

@annet.2835 4 жыл бұрын

this is really helpful! thank you so much!

@annepercival7814 6 жыл бұрын

Thankyou..look forward to part 2.. the binding......

@FollowingtheWhiteRabbit 6 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I try to work on it quickly, promise!! 😊

@annepercival7814 6 жыл бұрын

Very useful tip about folding alternate sheets ...Inshall definitely need to mark the sheet before I tear!

@FollowingtheWhiteRabbit 6 жыл бұрын

Anne, yeah, marking can be a good idea, especially for the first time!! 😅 I am glad the video was useful, even without the binding.... yet!!!! 😛😉

@alisonmontreal 6 жыл бұрын

Great pro tips. You explained it all very clearly. I will definitely try making my own sketchbook. Yeh! 😀

@claychick100 6 жыл бұрын

I just found your channel. I am so happy I did. You are so much fun to watch and so much wonderful information. Thanks for sharing.

@o8rufus 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video, learn so much can’t wait for the next one.

@Carmelaussie 6 жыл бұрын

Great video. Interesting about alternating the pages. I had not thought about that. Thank you for posting. Looking forward to Part 2.

@FollowingtheWhiteRabbit 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Carmel Campbell. 😊 I am glad you liked the video. 😃

@muhlenstedt 6 жыл бұрын

Happy about this video.Thank you!

@FollowingtheWhiteRabbit 6 жыл бұрын

Great! I am happy if you are happy Muhlenstedt! 🎉

@gloriwest 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! So talented!

@FollowingtheWhiteRabbit 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot, Gloriwest. :)

@SusanneRose 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this great video! Enjoyed you beautiful accent 😊. Will definitely make my own sketchbook next time!

@kimleon-guerrero9980 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I’ve been wanting to do this. 💞💫

@FollowingtheWhiteRabbit 6 жыл бұрын

Amazing, please tell me if you do!! ☺️

@artiskalai1970 6 жыл бұрын

I just made my first sketchbook following this tutorial and i love it! Thank you for this clear and detailed instructions... very helpful. I have a question about paper, I used the FABRIANO Artistico paper for the one I made but I am wondering about the FABRIANO "Disegno 5" aquarel paper - have you tried that one and do you like that one less/more or equal to the Artistico paper? Thank you!

@huiminma9763 6 жыл бұрын

I love your video very much!

@sonsolescq 6 жыл бұрын

C'est magnifique! J'aime le papier. Grand travail!

@FollowingtheWhiteRabbit 6 жыл бұрын

Merci beaucoup Sonsoles, c'est très gentil! 🎉😃 I am happy you like it. 😊

@nerdieone1 6 жыл бұрын

So helpful!! THANK YOU!! ^_^

@vivcreative627 6 жыл бұрын

I just made myself a sketchbook with your help! Thanks so much for sharing this stuff with us. Is it possible to make a cover for the sketchbook later on? And if yes would you show it to us? Thanks, have a great weekend Viv.

@luisafernino 6 жыл бұрын

Great explanation and I love your cardigan/pull!

@FollowingtheWhiteRabbit 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Luisa for these compliments!! 😊 Funnily, I was wondering if some people could dislike my outfit because of the short sleeves sweater... ;) I am happy you liked it, along with the video !! :)

@dawncfoster7698 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you good job

@alisonjones3057 6 жыл бұрын

Very helpful thanks 😃

@FollowingtheWhiteRabbit 6 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome Alison. Thanks for your nice comment. 😊

@elgabenedicta 6 жыл бұрын

Great video! 😊

@FollowingtheWhiteRabbit 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Elga!!! 😃

@kimmir8969 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the informative video!!! What juicy fountain pen are you using ....it looks ahhhmazing??? Thank you so much, hope you are well! Kr

@DrowningArrows 6 жыл бұрын

I subscribed, you're amazing and very inspiring

@FollowingtheWhiteRabbit 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much DrowningArrows! 😊😊😊

@mierseawen 6 жыл бұрын

I love your videos. I was wondering is your paper traditional white or extra white paper? Also is it 140Ib or 90Ib paper

@faypaints 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I agree that making your own journals is the best. I have used Fabriano soft press 140 lb paper in previous journals. I have heard that Fabriano changed their paper making process and artists are not as happy with it anymore. But I have not gotten it lately to try it myself. Do you have any information on that? I always enjoy your videos.

@FollowingtheWhiteRabbit 6 жыл бұрын

Yeah, handmade journals rock!! 😝 I didn't heard about the paper change. Is it recent?! I still have to start using the last packs I bought at the end of last year (maybe in October or November ?!) so I hope it will be the same!... Thanks for your compliments about the videos Faypaints! 😘

@stephaniereed8869 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I really appreciate you sharing your knowledge. The last couple of vid's I've watched to hear you I must put the volume up full blast which is fine but when you play music or ring a bell it's a full volume. Is it just me or do others have this issue?

@FollowingtheWhiteRabbit 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Steph, Thank you very much for your feedback. ☺️ I think balancing the sounds is one of the trickiest thing to do. I tried to improve along the way but maybe if you watch the older videos, there are some issues with it (plus I had some problems with the microphone, sometimes the sound is only on one side!! 😭). Even for my newer video, I am never so sure... 😳 I try to lower the music level and I always watch the video with headphones to try to figure out how to balance the sound but I am sure it's still far from perfect. 😬 😅 Thanks for your indulgence! Your feedback is always welcome. 😌

@brigette3004 6 жыл бұрын

I just found your channel. Great videos and lovely painting style.

@FollowingtheWhiteRabbit 6 жыл бұрын

Wonderful! Welcome!!! 🎉😃😘 Thank you very much for your compliments Brigette. 😊

@JeeviartCreations 2 жыл бұрын

Hi what camera are you using for the youtube video? Please let me the quality is amazing.

@sebouvry 5 жыл бұрын

Oh il y a des photos de Julie derrière :) Je viens ici suite à ton post, et oui on s'en fiche de l'accent, ton dynamisme et tes propos suffisent ! A très vite ici D.

@buttertoast4189 6 жыл бұрын

I live for your accent 👌

@FollowingtheWhiteRabbit 6 жыл бұрын

Haha, thank you Butter Toast!! 😛😋😁 (I hope it's salted butter?!! That's not for nothing that I have a French accent!!! 😂🤪)

@Lyndathor 4 жыл бұрын

There is no sound on this video or the second video about sketchbook binding

@victorpierrey4028 6 жыл бұрын

Francaise?

@claudiaoctubre1974 Жыл бұрын

Excuse my ignorance, instead of marking could you just fold and fold and fold to whichever size you want and then cut?

@FollowingtheWhiteRabbit Жыл бұрын

Hi Claudia! Yes, in theory you could but because watercolor paper is quite thick, it’s not so easy to fold that way. ☺️

@claudiaoctubre1974 Жыл бұрын

@@FollowingtheWhiteRabbit I have, you just fold each side several times and then you tear it easily, I've done it with 300gsm. The. You cut the cover and back to the size of whatever you cut before, just simplify I guess I'm terrible bad with measuring,