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4"x4" Coptic-Bound Art Journal

Description:
In this class, we'll make our own hand-bound 4"x4" art journal out of mat board using a fun and easy binding stitch that will have you wanting to make minis all day long! This little book is also perfect for making mini scrapbooks or gift books. Once we've made the book, we'll explore various stenciling and mixed media techniques as we decorate the inside pages.

Students Should Bring:

• A basic mixed media kit (gesso, craft mat, water cup, baby wipes, scissors, pen and pencil, paper towels.)
  
• Matte medium
  
• Several colors of acrylic paint and a 1" flat paint brush
  
• A brush or other tool to apply gesso and matte medium
  
• A few colors of permanent stamp pads (Staz-On or Archival Ink)
  
• Sponges and / or brushes for stenciling with both ink and paint (I like Dina Wakley brushes for paint and Tim Holtz Mini Blending Tools for ink)
  
• A few of your favorite stencils (I'll also have some on hand.)
  
• A selection of patterned paper and / or collage and ephemera to decorate and fill your book. 

Optional:

• An awl and self-healing mat (there will be some available, but if you bring your own you won't have to share.)
  
• Heat tool
  
• Ruler
  
• Washi tape
  
• Black gesso
  
• Rubber stamps (especially texture or pattern stamps)
  
• Any other mark making tools or mediums you want to use in your book

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Class Samples:

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