| Hi John! Have you ever made your own books? There are gazillions of ways to make books, and I'm obsessed. You can make books from envelopes, rice paper, or cardboard boxes. You can use those books for journaling, writing, gifts, or standalone art pieces. A few years ago, I met Jody Alexander, a talented book and fiber artist based in Santa Cruz, California. Jody pulled this tutorial together for us on how to make a Bamboo Rubber Band Book. She created hand-dipped paper for one of the covers and the others are made with colorful cardstock, so you can use what you have! It's easy to make these with kids and fun for adults who want a simple and inexpensive sketchbook for on-the-go drawing and doodling. The materials are:
No rubberbands? Just replace that with string, and you're good to go. Want to join the fun? They don't take much time, and making a book is rewarding. How to Make a Bamboo Rubberband Book Xo, Rachelle
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