Larks Head Bound Journal and Journal Page

Paper & Vinyl Crafts Completed Projects
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This was my first attempt at the Lark’s Head binding technique.

I used mixed media paper cut to 6”x9” and 2 pieces of cardboard cut to 6.5”x9.5”

It was easy but a little tedious. Each page is sewn on one by one. But it allows for the book to open flat.

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I’ve already done the first page

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The first layer was doodles and markers

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Then that was mostly covered with layers of gesso and shades of blue acrylic. The flowers were drawn with my eyes closed (I was following a video). Then colored in with Dina Wakely scribble sticks and water color paints.
Added white gel pen accents, asemic writing and splatters

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That’s really lovely, the book looks great and I love the expressiveness if those flowers

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The book came out gorgeous! I love that it lays completely flat. The cover and the inside page are so pretty. The layers are just amazing.

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Very cool! I’m sure you’ll fill it in no time.

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This is really cool! A book that lays flat- perfect for an artist like you! And I love that first piece. So amazing how it went from vibrant and loud to soft and serene. Love it!

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It’s only 15 pages. It was supposed to be 20. The video said to cut the string 3 feet long but that just wasn’t enough. I had wanted to have longer strands left to tie beads on.
But I’ll know better for next time

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Good idea to use cardboard for the covers and your knots look good! I really like the first page you did. It has so much energy and the colors work so well together. I’d be tempted to take it out of the book so I could display it :joy:

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The flowers are gorgeous. I love that you used a Chewy box!

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Absolutely gorgeous! Love all the different colors and textures.

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:fireworks: Woohoo! We’re ringing in the New Year with this awesome featured project! Congrats! :fireworks:

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It looks good. I love your artwork. I should try this. I have so many Chewy boxes.

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This journal looks so great, and I love that it lies flat too. Inspiring!