Friday, June 10, 2011

Vintage Valise Travel Journal

I just got a bunch of new dies so had to give them a try.  My granddaughter is going on a big trip later this summer so thought it would be fun to make her this travel journal to keep track of her adventures. 

I used the Tim Holtz Vintage Valise Die.  I cut the front, back and binding edge out of book board that I covered with paper before cutting.  The paper has a leather look and I found it at Hobby Lobby but don't know the brand.  For the handles, corners and straps I used a heavy duty paper that I inked and embossed.  The ring binders are from Tim of course.  I added the little buckles with some Velcro to keep it closed.  The pages are cut from a stack of notebook paper that measure 3.25" X 5".  The cover page is simply a piece of folder paper and stamped with two of Tim's stamps. The very last thing added is a chain and Journey Key.



8 comments:

  1. Sandy, your blog was an undiscovered treasure for me: I have just had a good look at your recent projects and love every one of them. This album is lovely but I adore your Graphics 45 altered pieces: Amazing work!
    I'll be back !
    Karen

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  2. I just got my die the other day and am dreaming up all kinds of ideas. Love what you did with it. Fantastic!

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  3. I've yet to buy this die, but every time I see it used, I drool! I'm sure your granddaughter will love owning & using this wonderful journal!

    Your other creations are also stunning!

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  4. This is so stinkin' cute! Thanks for dropping by the blog and leaving a comment!

    ~LiNDA

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  5. This is fantastic - I love your work!! I'll be back soon!

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  6. Great job. I haven't seen this die around here yet. But hope to get it soon. Welcome to the blog world. =)

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  7. Ditto to all that Karen had to say. I came to your blog to see the Valise, it is awesome, I think your grand daughter will love it and put it to great use. While here I saw a couple of other items that you created, I like all that I have seen, the Graphic 45 Circus box is too cute, you did a great job! You are very creative and I can see that you pay attention to the small details which is what I find important, it makes for a great finished item. Thanks for sharing, I am off to become one of your followers and to finish looking around your blog.
    Sammie

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