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Taught by Bel Mills of Scrap Paper Circus
Book artist, mail artist, and educator Bel Mills takes great care when making even the smallest object. In this class she demonstrates just how much can be packed into a tiny book that features even tinier paper ephemera. As an avid upcycler, Bel loves to create art books using ordinary and cast-off paper products such as security envelopes and canceled stamps. This delicious visual snack, just a hair larger than a postage stamp, begins by folding an accordion book and then attaching a miniature cover. Along the way, make thoughtful design choices that lead the viewer on an adventure because every book is a journey, no matter how small.
Learn how to:
Here’s what you’ll need:
- Five security envelopes
- One sheet of patterned cardstock, grain short
- Postage stamps or other small ephemera
- Bone folder
- Craft knife
- Cutting mat
- Metal ruler
- Glue stick and adhesive mounting squares
- Scissors
Downloads:
- Determine paper grain
- Fold a miniature accordion book
- Fold a miniature cover
- Mindfully choose postage ephemera to fill your book
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Make an Origami Postage Stamp Book Reviews
159 users recommended this class to a friend
Linda Harris
I'm going to do a few last minute CHristmas gifts, but leave the inside pages blank for the recipient to do her own mini journals. Thank you for another very good class, Bel!
6 days ago
Mary Cheng
Thank you Bel for the tiny book of stamps. Love the idea of the extra secret spot to add another bit of paper. Will make a lovely little gift.
November 29, 2024
Joan Van Dewall
I enjoyed learning how to make a tiny accordion book using recycled paper and other embellishments. The instructions were easy to follow.
November 28, 2024
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