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Recycled book page book cover with an unexpected way to color

February 21, 2019 by Stefanie Girard

If you like experimenting with colorants, adhesives and coatings in you art making and crafting I have a few fun tips and tutorials for you today. I was given a Smash Pocket Folio for Christmas and I thought I’d start altering it by working on the cover. Looking for printable journaling items? Check these out on Etsy.

Being that my name starts with “S” that was going to be my giant 6 inch die cut letter to embellish the big cover.

I posted a while back a tutorial on how to make watercolor paint with eye shadow and I was wondering how it would be to use the eye shadow directly on paper.

I wanted to get a twofer out of this eye shadow edging technique so I placed the diecut on another piece of paper and held it still so that as I applied the eye shadow along the edge with a Q-tip I would get another letter S.

I chose the pink outline letter S with a recycled dictionary page featuring words that begin with the letter S behind it to embellish the junk journal cover.

I first spritzed a light coating of the new spray on Matt Mod Podge onto the cover and placed the recycled dictionary page on it.

Then I spritzed another coat over the page and placed the die cut window outline of the letter S.

Finally I spritzed a final coat of Spray on Mod Podge onto the eye shadow embellished letter S.

It worked great and didn’t smudge the eye shadow at all!

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What stands out in Cassie’s approach is her emphasis on sustainability and budget-friendly solutions. By repurposing pallets, she not only reduces waste but also creates a customizable garden feature. The added trellis serves as an ideal backdrop for climbing plants, enhancing both privacy and aesthetic appeal.?cassiefairy.com

For those interested in a hands-on project that combines creativity with eco-consciousness, Cassie’s step-by-step guide is a valuable resource. You can explore the full tutorial and gather inspiration for your own garden makeover here.

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