TRANSFORMING SKETCH PAD INTO A BOOK 📚

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0:00 - intro
0:21 - dismantling sketch pad
1:27 - staining papers
2:10 - folding papers/making signatures
3:16 - cutting chipboard
4:55 - punching sewing stations
5:41 - gluing & backing spine
6:20 - adding bookmark & headbands
6:45 - endpapers
7:21 - cover construction
11:04 - gluing in text block
12:49 - outro

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@thesehandsart 2 жыл бұрын

I love how you showed how accessible bookbinding can be for any budget and skill. Can't lie, anxiously awaiting the next craft and crime video though😉 thanks for the inspiration while I wait Nik!

@dawnziemer7757 2 жыл бұрын

Me too! I love the craft and crime video and want more. 😍

@lovelyscraftinglodge 2 жыл бұрын

Sssssame! So unique

@LedgerAndLace 2 жыл бұрын

Subtitle: "But it looked too new. . . ." and out comes the sandpaper! This looks freakin' FANTASTIC. LOVE how you did the frame and oval. GENIUS!

@NiktheBooksmith 2 жыл бұрын

Sandpaper to the rescue!

@poetsdreamsatc 2 жыл бұрын

I love making books. I’m gonna make a journal like this one I can carry in my purse. Thank you for the tip with the baking soda and coffee! I made a journal for my daughter 4 Christmas’s ago using scrap leather from Tandy leather company. It was a baby blue leather cover with 4 different types of paper and made an accordion file envelope in the back. It turned out really beautiful. Since then I have been hooked on making books.

@pennycandyys 2 жыл бұрын

I love that idea, and for a small book the amount of leather you would need wouldn’t be much. Was the leather both inside and outside the cover?

@poetsdreamsatc 2 жыл бұрын

@@pennycandyys Hi Penny! Yes it was leather inside and out. I didn’t glue the pages down to the leather covers. I cut a matching strip off the blue leather to wrap around the journal. (Think of a travel journal.) I stayed with that concept. I didn’t want it to restrict the amount of her inserts (since she was in Scotland) inside so I kept it where it just wrapped around the book. I tied charms on each end of the straps. I had a blast making this journal. I hope you have the same joy I did Penny!

@pennycandyys 2 жыл бұрын

@@poetsdreamsatc Oh very cool, thank you for answering, and for sharing it with us!

@poetsdreamsatc 2 жыл бұрын

@@pennycandyys You’re welcome Penny! Please let me know how yours looks! I’m very excited to hear about it! ☺️

@pennycandyys 2 жыл бұрын

@@poetsdreamsatc When I get to it, I'll try to let you know! I'm recovering from something right now, so it will be a while yet before I get at it, I think. :)

@SaltLifeGypsy68 2 жыл бұрын

Even when Nik forgets the endpapers, the book is still Professional Quality! 🤩👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Love it!

@user-np7pq2gy1v 5 күн бұрын

Nik, I just completed my first handmade book thanks to you. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

@thefrugalcrafter 2 жыл бұрын

That's beautiful!

@NiktheBooksmith 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Lindsay! =)

@jlouutube65 2 жыл бұрын

Great to see you here Lindsay...I subscribed to your channel years ago and still love your content!!

@renn8331 2 жыл бұрын

LINDSAY? :0

@iamdawt 2 жыл бұрын

Your paper is scrumptious! The knitting trick is something I'll tuck away, you're so clever.

@maryjanew20 2 жыл бұрын

That book is a perfect example of turning lemons into lemonade by a master chef! ☺️ Great job!

@theresewallentin2856 2 жыл бұрын

This is beautiful. No one could tell it was a notebook from the beginning. It looks like an old Bible.

@Jeannette.akaJnett 2 жыл бұрын

Nik, I had to smile to myself as I could imagine hearing my children saying..."really, do you think you have to make everything yourself?"...too wit my answer is, "yes, yes I do." Actually I just wanted to tell you I loved your project and the clever way you added the gold framing on the covers.

@NiktheBooksmith 2 жыл бұрын

hahaha! That's right, kids, listen to your wise momma! They'll learn soon enough that the best things in life are not ready-made or instantaneous. 😉 thanks, Jnett

@lindahazel5075 2 жыл бұрын

It's the details you add that make everything so perfect.

@TheScrapologist 2 жыл бұрын

I love the idea of using the knitting needles...genius, Nik!!!

@jeanettetobey1312 2 жыл бұрын

🧘I like naturally drying too. The process is meditation to me. The end result, something different every time🧘

@KikkiF 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for showing how easy it is, without any “fancy” stuff you need to buy. On a strict budget this is perfect to make my own books, using “old” material… 💕

@datgnome000 2 жыл бұрын

the way you embellished the cover was extremely clever!

@lauraeverly5130 2 жыл бұрын

What an absolutely, thoroughly enjoyable and informative tutorial!

@devanshishah9355 2 жыл бұрын

I cannot believe how absolutely beautiful the book is and the cover is with no fancy materials❤❤ As a fellow bookbinder, I learn so muchh from your videos! So many new techniques and decoration ideas😍

@katunderhill2260 Жыл бұрын

STUNNING!!! I'm just in awe of this beautiful creation!!

@IrishAnnie Жыл бұрын

Now that is real skill. Fascinating. I would have that so screwed up and glue all over the place!!! 😂. Thank you for sharing. It’s really beautiful.

@cryism7798 Жыл бұрын

this was my favorite hobby in middle school!! i can’t wait to get back into it when i make a scrapbook for my family ^~^

@shelleynobleart 2 жыл бұрын

Left in the bookbinding dust but picked up at least two new keys, baking soda to neutralize acidy in papers and using the edge of chipboard to create gold lines! Brilliant knowledge.

@OmfgHiii 2 жыл бұрын

rounded corners definitely give it a notebook feel

@cherylann933 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Love the no nonsense and straightforward way you do your videos! I’ve learned so much. The detailed instructions and tips are greatly appreciated!👍👍👍❤️🤩

@jackyheath7958 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video Nik, I appreciated the clear instructions and commentary. I think many youtubers don't realise how difficult it is some times for people like me to understand what they are saying - they talk too fast, in accents which I (as a Brit) can't quite understand. Hands - with false nails and rings - occupy centre stage, rather than the crafting itself! And they often turn their projects around, moving too fast - 'what did they just do?' I ask myself and have to watch on 1/4 speed to find out. I'm keeping this video in my 'Processes' folder - so that I don't forget to tip in the endpapers too!

@minajones1635 2 жыл бұрын

Nik, it’s very lovely! I so appreciate you’re attention to detail in your craft! Love your channel very much! Blessings 🦋🌺

@clairesladylair3624 2 жыл бұрын

They don't call her the booksmith for nothing, this is sublime. Tsf,wow.

@NiktheBooksmith 2 жыл бұрын

awwwwww thanks so much =)

@leeannayager6064 2 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy watching the transformation process! You are so skilled and make the process seem easy. This book is adorable!! Your videos inspire me every time to try something new.

@martinsanders3357 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a hobbyist woodworker, but am now an aspiring hand-made book enthusiast. Simply fantastic.

@patsiehopkins7881 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your videos. I love how you explain what you did & what you forgot to do. Your voice is amazing & the way you explain the process is so understandable! I have watched several of your videos & want to jump in & try my hand at book binding!

@Sujowi 2 жыл бұрын

Worth watching for the baking soda tip alone!!

@vetechgrl2000 Жыл бұрын

I'm just in awe! That book is beautiful!

@bossi_plays 2 жыл бұрын

I misread the title and was expecting a sketchbook full of Transformer drawings. But this was still pretty cool.

@focus2191 2 жыл бұрын

WOW! You Are So Very Creative and So Very Talented! You Make Everything Look Sooo Easy! ! I Love Your Channel!

@sunnycharacter 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful! Aannnd…I could never accomplish this with any degree of sanity left. Lol you’re a book binding queen!

@NiktheBooksmith 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Lori! My sanity is questionable even on the best of days. 😄

@sunnycharacter 2 жыл бұрын

@@NiktheBooksmith Lol, Ahh, the artsy life 🥴🥰

@albertine2169 2 жыл бұрын

Dear Nik you know, that you are a mad genius, don't you! Bilmey ❤❤❤

@NiktheBooksmith 2 жыл бұрын

Usually just the mad part, but some days I get lucky! 😄 thanks, Albertine!

@sarahlongshore2605 2 жыл бұрын

No matter how many books I watch you do. I love watching you make them!!!!

@catherinehughes3740 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Nic love everything you do and watching your videos, but for me I prefer the chit chat ones , always feels like we are in the same room😳 Thank you x

@NiktheBooksmith 2 жыл бұрын

thanks Catherine, I love the chit-chat, too! This project kept getting interrupted over several days, so I had to improvise because there was no way I'd remember where to pick up the conversation. Lol

@roxstar3726 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this tutorial! I love how this journal came out. I can’t believe it came from a sketch book pad. Very very nice! TFS. 😉🤓

@lesliekenreich9992 2 жыл бұрын

Gezzzzz-you come up with such amazing ideas-I want to live in your brain for awhile!!! LOL!! Thanks for sharing!!!!

@liltremblay55 Жыл бұрын

Looks great - love it!!!! Great use for old knitting needles!!! LOL!! Glad to see I am not the only one that uses them for other things than knitting (which I don't really enjoy!!)

@teresitalamas5304 2 жыл бұрын

Oh Nik you just amaze me every time. What a beauty

@wandaspencer9523 2 жыл бұрын

This is amazing! Your books are beautiful! You explain the process so well. Thanks for sharing your process.

@JoanneOwens1943 2 жыл бұрын

Your attention to detail is amazing!

@LeximbueJournals 2 жыл бұрын

I love the use of gold here there and everywhere! Thank you for all the useful tips! 🤗😘

@NiktheBooksmith 2 жыл бұрын

Hey lady! Yeah, I like a titch of shine here and there, too =)

@fabcraftsandmore 2 жыл бұрын

My favorite part was when you used the paper and lid to make your gold lines! Brilliant!

@meliB32 2 жыл бұрын

This is absolutely amazing! As are all your tutorials, and frugal enough for me. I did miss your banter a bit as you always make me laugh but I loved it none the less. Thank you ♡♡

@lalagamma4452 2 жыл бұрын

BEE-utiful Nik. Positive Blessings, vibes peace, health and happiness! Namesta ✌️🐞🕉️

@customMadebyACLD Жыл бұрын

OMG! This is genius. Heading to the store this weekend. Thanks so much for sharing.

@caronwood1316 2 жыл бұрын

Fake news! Can’t possibly go that smoothly. Very elegant.

@NiktheBooksmith 2 жыл бұрын

😄

@suethompson4460 2 жыл бұрын

OMG this was so therapeutic to watch. I would never have the patience to do that!

@samanthasky4463 2 жыл бұрын

thank you for another very enjoyable video. I really appreciate the clarity of your instructions and that each process is so well presented. I look forward to every video, thank you again.

@hopewilkes74 2 жыл бұрын

Wow. You sure make that look easy. So cool. Don't think I could make one to turn out that neat. But sure enjoyed seeing you do it. Thanks!!

@secretsquirrelaimee7721 2 жыл бұрын

Nice. Very clever with the knitting needles! ;) Gonna have to borrow that idea. Thanks for sharing!

@rejoiceinallthangs 2 жыл бұрын

Another great tutorial in the books!! You really are the booksmith!! Thanks Nik

@debbiecarter6430 2 жыл бұрын

Love that Nik. The classic style works beautifully and thanks for the baking soda tip. 😊

@heidimessina164 Жыл бұрын

Wow! That is so cool! It looks so professional and expensive 👏

@ArteoMixedMediaArt 2 жыл бұрын

That book is JUST AMAZING 😍

@roc.2806 2 жыл бұрын

This looks like a Twelve South bookbook. awesome video, thanks ♥

@rneustel388 2 жыл бұрын

This is such a beautiful little book, and I loved watching your process creating it!

@onebyonehandicrafts1843 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful simplicity. And as always, so clear and easy to follow. Thank you!

@suebarner8364 Жыл бұрын

Just amazing to me! So clear and clean! I have to take a shot at this myself.

@tamilyncreations 2 жыл бұрын

It's so hard not to be jealous of your work Nik! 🤣😂 This is AMAZING!!

@michellepayton1026 2 жыл бұрын

I love watching your work!! I am in awe of your talent. Thanks for sharing ❤

@chrislora8895 2 жыл бұрын

Your commentary is the best I’ve heard on any demo video. You clearly, fully, and simply describe the process of turning a cheap booklet into a priceless (considering the time!), beautiful journal. Thank you for taking the time to share.

@zenaneah 2 жыл бұрын

you just gave me an idea what todo this summer...

@joseemcdonald4085 2 жыл бұрын

Oh my I love this little book ….you got me hooked on book binding ….I am running out of people to give them to hahaha

@mendaciousphooka 2 жыл бұрын

I have that same sketchbook, only bigger. It’s the first sketchbook I’ve ever finished and I’m almost done with my second!

@elchen2616 2 жыл бұрын

Such a clear and simple presentation. Thanks.

@lyndacupit4686 2 жыл бұрын

That is so awesome! I love watching you create!

@Rosiescreativewings 2 жыл бұрын

You are awesome at making books. Learning a lot of tips from you. Tfs💕

@yvethemetriccrafter688 2 жыл бұрын

That's gorgeous .

@Aegopodium 2 жыл бұрын

Don't worry Nik. That thing with forgetting the endpapers is happening to me all the time! 😁

@NiktheBooksmith 2 жыл бұрын

Most days I meet myself coming and going, its no wonder I'm cattywompus and upside-backwards. 🙄😄

@chrisrasmussen4170 Жыл бұрын

WOW!!! Such a wonderful book, love it. Thank you for sharing.

@MyCraftyStyles Жыл бұрын

I enjoy how each creator does their own thing. I love baked and air dried coffee pages. Thanks for sharing 😊.

@bettylongshore9594 2 жыл бұрын

Oh. its adorable!!! I've got to find the video to see how you did the binding. I can only do the 3 hole and 5 hole pamphlet stitching!!!!

@bevsprenkle7802 2 жыл бұрын

Wow- you absolutely blow me away!!

@gigijohnson3211 Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate.your.videos. I am older always.did.many crafts but will need to subsidize income so have decided to downsize and only make personalized daily planners. Work at hospital and our hours and schedules are different from norm. Thank you so much for you budget friendly ideas than maintain professionalism.

@elchen2616 2 жыл бұрын

Such a clear and simple presentation. Thanks 🙂

@MiuMiuKoo 2 жыл бұрын

wonderful to watch how you did the cover and stuck the pages my hands cant manage things like that these days Good job🤗👍💕

@MiuMiuKoo 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the heart🤗💕

@thecauldronink6341 2 жыл бұрын

Oh I love this! Thanks for sharing

@selenep1193 5 ай бұрын

I absolutely love this one!! Thank you!

@vwood2 2 жыл бұрын

Wow - absolutely gorgeous! Thank you 🙏

@manuelapolo2457 2 жыл бұрын

Hi 👋the book is very pretty 👌👍thanks for showing !

@zitronenrevival7642 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful!! Thank you for this little relaxing time :)

@deborahm.2460 2 жыл бұрын

You're fantastic and so skilled! Thank you!

@kristenevans4557 2 жыл бұрын

Your talent is mind blowing! Very cool.

@JanieAlcove9 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful. Thank you

@aliceadler4569 2 жыл бұрын

You know, dearest Nik, Tim Holtz has a deckle edged trimmer??? Poor you!!! Tearing all those edges!!! Lol!!! 🤣🤣🤣. Love the project!!! 💖💖💖🌸🌸🌸. I love your tools - the big orange “L” shaped thingy & your cool long awl.

@dorotheafinan2419 2 жыл бұрын

I can’t believe how much trouble you take to do these videos for us. That is a perfect little book. You are a perfectionist so the results are always impeccable. Thank you.

@NiktheBooksmith 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Dorothea, I really appreciate that!

@tracimghernandez974 2 жыл бұрын

I love this, its very cool to watch you make it. Im so jealous, I want all the stuff to make journals, and Im financially bankrupt.. so Ill watch you all make your awrsome things.. God Bless