In this course we will create a beautiful, handcrafted art journal from a repurposed leather wallet bursting with handmade and personally curated papers and fabrics. This simple bound journal will incorporate easy to use techniques to make unique papers, craft stencils & stamps from everyday materials and add slow stitch embroidery embellishment. Your finished 'Art Journal Wallet' will be a characterful, pocket sized journal waiting to be filled with your art, creativity and inspiration.
£ 36
leather bound art journal and personalised pencil tin with tote bag, glasses and sun hat

Included in the course

  • Instant access to the course on launch on 12th July 2024

  • Regular Price £36

  • 2 hours+ content

  • Techniques including stencil cutting, simple printmaking, slow stitch, papermaking, basic bookbinding, upcycling

  • For all levels

  • self paced online course for you to study in your own time

  • Pre recorded classes for you to come back to time and time again and view at your own pace

  • Instructor - Louise Muzio

USEFUL INFORMATION

  • Is this course for me?

    This course is ideal for creatives of all levels who like to work with mixed media materials and explore new techniques and upcycling to create something new. All of the techniques are accessible and easy to follow using basic tools and supplies many of which you may already have to hand.

  • Why this course may NOT be for you?

    This course guides you through lots of hand crafted techniques with room for experimentation using many repurposed and upcycled materials. This course is not for you If you like precision, accurate measuring and perfect artistic processes & bookbinding techniques. The papers and type of wallet chosen to upcycle will be unique to each individual artist.

  • Do I have to invest in lots of materials and equipment?

    Many of the materials and tools I use in the course may well already be in your craft stash. I encourage you to make creative replacements for those things you may not have.

  • What is the upcycle element of the course?

    This course uses a vintage wallet dismantled and reconstructed to create the cover of the art journal. Items that are no longer in use can be upcycled to create wonderful new things. Old well worn leather is a tactile material with lots of character and perfect for a small art journal cover.

  • Do I need an account?

    Yes, you will need to sign up for an account on the Thinkific platform. This is very easy to do but please make a note of the email you use and your password for accessing the course. Keep these details to hand for quick and easy access every time you sign in!

  • What if I am unhappy with the course once I have purchased it?

    I want you to love the course but if for any reason you are unhappy please contact me. A full refund will be given to your original payment method within 14 days of your original purchase date.

  • How can I pay for the course?

    There are multiple payment options including most credit cards and Swift. The currency of my store is British Pounds (GBP) but the course is open to anyone worldwide. This course costs £ 36 but your payment provider will automatically handle the conversion to your own currency.

  • About your teacher

    Louise Muzio is a mixed media artist with a passion for art journaling and upcycling. She is a regular contributor to a range of creative magazines including Art Journaling, GreenCraft, Somerset Studio & In Her Garden. She is a collaborating artist on the 2024 Artist Almanac. Louise shares her work on her website at www.maycontainpaper.com and with the creative community on Instagram @maycontainpaper