I thought I'd share a little project that I made before Christmas . A decorated notebook that I made for someone who needed cheering up.
I used an A5 vinyl backed notebook that I had bought ages ago marked down in the sales and covered it with some rice paper that I had.
For the front of the book, I chose this fab stamped Festival Dollies image from Dolly Dimples Crafts. Colouring has never been a strong point for me, but I muddle through.
I do love this stamp set and have used it quite a lot and think 'Hope' is my favourite of the 3 dollies in the set.
I've also sewn some small metallic seed beads to the front of the elastic on the cover.
On the inside cover I added this lovely Mermaid digi image from JMC Designs and paired it up with some stamped images that I have also coloured in. I thought the stamped sentiment was very apt for the notebook.
Finally, on the inside of the back cover another stamped sentiment.
Hopefully the notebook will come in handy and brighten her day.
Every path in life has a bridge. The journey is crossing over it to the other side.
You are never alone, as someone, somewhere, will leave a light on for you...
You just need to look for it...
Have a great week, whatever you have planned for yourself.
Happy Crafting
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14 comments:
You have made this notebook so special--a one-of-a-kind beauty. I love the images you chose and your coloring is lovely. The sentiments are touching and poignant.
this is lovely Michelle,...........gr karin
This is beautiful Michelle, such a lovely, thoughtful gift to cheer and encourage your friend...and it looks gorgeous! xx
Thanks for sharing at Sweet Stampin'
Absolutely beautifully decorated notebook, love the rice paper, image and great sentiments-a very thoughtful gift.
Carol x
Very pretty Michelle, useful as well, sure your friend appreciated your gift.
B x
A beautiful gift for your friend,so many great details and embellishments
What a wonderfully inspiring gift! I'm sure the recipient is loving your act of kindness as well as the beautiful book. I'm sure she will enjoy journaling, keeping notes, or making lists in this beauty. Thanks for sharing with us at Path of Positivity. Katrina
This would cheer anyone up it's beautiful, love it xXx
Hi Michelle, what a lovely image and a great notebook- I'm sure it was a greatly appreciated gift! Thanks for joining in with us at Sweet Stampin' - Sarah, DT.
A fantastic thoughtful gift, I'm sure this notebook will be used and treasured. Thank you for linking with us at try it on Tuesdays.
thanks very much for your lovely comments
Wow what a special notebook that you have created. So sweet and thoughtful of you to create this to cheer someone up. I'm sure the recipient will cherish it. Hope you have a wonderful day my crafty friend.
cindys-greencricut
What a great gift for a friend. The lady on the front looks sad. I hope she reads further into the journal for that uplifting quote. Thanks for sharing this with us at Try It on Tuesday. I was really glad to see it!
Great way to upgrade the notebook.
Thanks for joining us at Addicted to stamps and more.
Hope to see you again.
Happy crafting!
Catherine x DT
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