I recently signed Jack up for a toddler book exchange and after browsing through the Winter 2001 issue of Martha Stewart baby, I got the idea to make a texture (or touch and feel) book to go with our purchased books. I used a clearance pile Sponge Bob address book for the base. I am always admiring those altered books the paper crafters make, and despite some challenges, I am very happy with the result.
Here is the new cover, complete with a few vintage ribbons and chipboard glitter letter for the toddler's first initial.
And a peek at a few of the pages. I made 10 pages total. This is a feather chick made with a piece of a feather boa.
And a bubble wrap frog. Jack is totally enthralled with the entire book, but the frog is definitely his favorite. You can see the entire book, cover to cover, on My Flickr .
What a super idea! The book looks great Sarah, and very creative. :)
ReplyDeleteVery Very cool. You are so creative!
ReplyDeleteIt turned out great! I love altered books. Now I have ANOTHER project to try. :)
ReplyDeleteThat is too cute. Seriously.
ReplyDeleteSuch a genius idea - I know the recipient will love it!
ReplyDelete"I finally made something"
ReplyDeleteAre you kidding me? You're my inspiration! Always crafting up something new. Love the book!!
wow! so. cute.
ReplyDeleteI'm with Rebecca...now I have ANOTHER idea to try.
seriously cool, sarah!
ReplyDeletei remember that issue of MSbaby!
(please make one for jackjack!)
That is so amazing! Very clever :)
ReplyDeleteThe cover is very much improved :)
ReplyDeletewow! what a great idea. I would have never thought of that. Amazing job.
ReplyDeleteWow I'm really impressed! It's gorgeous! And now I'm so jealous that Sylvie didn't get Jack as her fairy bunny. :( I really love the book, it's beautiful.
ReplyDeletethat is a fabulous idea and it turned out super cute!
ReplyDeleteThat is adorable! Any toddler would love it - so tactile. My son loved those touch & feel books forever.
ReplyDeleteCheers! LA
That is just too cute! Great Job!!!
ReplyDeleteNice results on your new project :)
ReplyDeleteThat looks great!
ReplyDeleteI never would have thought of making one of these books. Very cool.
ReplyDeleteThat is SO clever! I bet your swap partner's mommy is going to be so impressed! :)
ReplyDeleteThat book is so well done. Love the cover and bubblewrap frog.
ReplyDeleteMy daughter would be very upset at you covering the SpongeBob though!! She would prefer the before version.
How cool! I love the frog too!
ReplyDeleteI take it back! I'm smitten with the hippo! Awesome job!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea! I think any kid will like this, but his/her mom will LOVE it!! LOL
ReplyDeletewhat a great little book! i love the bubblewrap bit especially. you're so inventive!
ReplyDeleteLovely idea! ...and way to cover up such an obnoxious character!
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