Hi, I used hair conditioner on my imitation leather and it really turned the brown paper dark which was what I was after, also made it very soft to the touch. Have made book covers out of it as well as tags and book markers. The conditioner made it smell nice too. 😃 happy leather making. 👍🌹
OH MY GOODNESS! I just found out who Melina is! I've been enjoying her tutorials for years though I only recently subscribed! Lol Guess it's true, the apple doesn't fall far from the tree!
O Miss E-I have watched a number of videos showing how to make faux leather and I agree that your way seems to be the best IMO. Now I know what to do with all my Chewy packing papers LOL. Thank you for sharing all your goodness with us. Hugs and blessings.
Been doing this for years! Don’t stop at book covers … great for many paper projects. Use to wrap round toliet paper and paper towel cardboard centers to create art/desk storage. Around a oatmeal round box to create storage for tall items. I always use 3 coats of clear coat on finished product. Won’t let me add a photo.
Oh WOW...That is really cool! I have seen others doing the faux leather thing, and have always wanted to try it. I really do like your way. It turned out so nice. Can't wait to see it completely dry and your stitching all around. Thanks for taking us along! Hugs 💟 Suzy
I also used hair conditioner made big and small books love how they turned out and thank you for sharing I'm gonna try to make some tags and book marks.😘
Oh my goodness, I just made faux leather this weekend and was going to send to you as a surprise, I should have known you already knew how to make it and now you are making it! Great minds think alike! Hahaa it will be fun to follow along and maybe create along with you, I usually learn from you then try to make it. I received my order and just love everything. I got Melina's stitch stencil she designed, the cradle, the CD holders, doilies and the added mystery box you had put together. Thank you E, just love Everything in my order! I have loved everything I have ordered from your shop, I have one AJ kit and loved it so much I signed up! Thank you, thank you!!!
Need to give this a try. I’ve always used the paper bag and run it through the Sizzix in embossing folders. Then cut it up for collage. Just recently discovered rubbing Distress Oxide on and wetting the paper. Love how it runs and gives an almost marbled, muted effect. As always, thanks for sharing.
I like to use a spritz made from a 50/50 mix of glycerine and water. No other conditioning needed. Also when all is dryer and complete, I add some wax type shoe polish, and it seems like real leather
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Hi Edith. I hope you guys are doing well. This is such a pretty leather journal coverr. Crrumple up the brown paper into your hand is a great stress reliever. Is it good to use shoe polish instead of ink? I saw someone did that. Have a awesome day. Thank you so much for all your great crafting.
Hello Ms E., I've seen this procedure, but some were a lil more intense r should I say detailed. I want something simple, not so detailed I would say No Way!! Thank you for the simplicity of this technique. when do you put the conditioner on. I think I missed this part. TYFS ur creative ideas!!! Blessings to you!!! Have a wonderful day!!! waiting to see what u do next!! 😊🦋
If you are using a thick paper then put the conditioner on after you apply the ink and water. Then just rub some conditioner on your hands and rub it into the paper.
I use acrylic paint, just a thin coat with an almost dry brush. Bonus point: it does not react to the mod podge, because acrylic is not water soluble once dried.
Your tutorial is excellent. You have taken the perfectionist angst out of the equation. Thank you!
I just love the accent. Could listen to you for hours
Hi, I used hair conditioner on my imitation leather and it really turned the brown paper dark which was what I was after, also made it very soft to the touch. Have made book covers out of it as well as tags and book markers. The conditioner made it smell nice too. 😃 happy leather making. 👍🌹
Just found ur video I love the look.. and ur accent could listen to u all day 😂
OH MY GOODNESS! I just found out who Melina is! I've been enjoying her tutorials for years though I only recently subscribed! Lol
Guess it's true, the apple doesn't fall far from the tree!
I've seen people use shoe polish it looks great
Thanks so much. Looks so real. 10/10/22 .God bless.
Love love love this process. I have made 2 pieces Mrs. E. One brown one blues. Can’t wait for tomorrow’s video. TYFS 🤗💕🤗
O Miss E-I have watched a number of videos showing how to make faux leather and I agree that your way seems to be the best IMO. Now I know what to do with all my Chewy packing papers LOL. Thank you for sharing all your goodness with us. Hugs and blessings.
Wow that’s the easiest tutorial I’ve seen for faux leather and it looks amazing! ❤
thank you for sharing! I wondered how this effect was done! Thank you Mrs E!
Been doing this for years! Don’t stop at book covers … great for many paper projects. Use to wrap round toliet paper and paper towel cardboard centers to create art/desk storage. Around a oatmeal round box to create storage for tall items. I always use 3 coats of clear coat on finished product. Won’t let me add a photo.
Absolutely luv this idea. Thank you E. Smudges and prayers for all from 🇨🇦 🙏☕️
Hello, magnifique résultat !!! Merci et à bientôt bye bye
Oh WOW...That is really cool!
I have seen others doing the faux leather thing, and have always wanted to try it. I really do like your way. It turned out so nice.
Can't wait to see it completely dry and your stitching all around.
Thanks for taking us along!
Hugs 💟 Suzy
That is amazing! I love it. I didn’t think I would, but I do. Thank you for showing us how to make it.
Love your method, E 1 Thanks for the video. I look forward to trying this out. :D
Thank you E for showing how to do this technique 🌻👍🥳
Have to give this a try. How fun to create faux leather. Such an easy technique
Thanks for the conditioner tip. I've made lots of faux leather. But never thought of that. So next one I will try it out. Tfs
I'm excited to try this. Thank you E for showing how to make it. 🙂❤️
That's a much easier way of making faux leather. Thanks for sharing.🥰
Wow the first time i seen this was from pam from the paper outpost ive made plenty of these they are fun to make ❤
I put spray sheen spray on top of the reconditioned bag also & it sparkled..
Hello E, enjoyed watching you make the faux leather, it will make a fabulous journal cover. TFS
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I also used hair conditioner made big and small books love how they turned out and thank you for sharing I'm gonna try to make some tags and book marks.😘
I am glad you told us to put a coat of collage podge to seal the Tim Holtz ink, I didn't think about water droplets activating the ink again....
I love how this turned out! I will be trying this for my next journal, since it will be for my husband. Thank you! ❤️
What a neat ideal looks just like leather.
Thank you...have a good week.
I love that E I couldn't take my phone away good job
loved this techniue. I have tons of the packing paper. Now I know what to do with some of it. Thank you so much for sharing.
This is so addictive I've made book cover, little books and envelopes and even added an emboss piece thank Ms. E
May God be with you and your family…
Love this type of cover
I have laid my paper on my oven rack and turned the light on over night, it really helps it dry quicker.
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E that’s absolutely beautiful 😊
Oh my goodness, I just made faux leather this weekend and was going to send to you as a surprise, I should have known you already knew how to make it and now you are making it! Great minds think alike! Hahaa it will be fun to follow along and maybe create along with you, I usually learn from you then try to make it. I received my order and just love everything. I got Melina's stitch stencil she designed, the cradle, the CD holders, doilies and the added mystery box you had put together. Thank you E, just love Everything in my order! I have loved everything I have ordered from your shop, I have one AJ kit and loved it so much I signed up! Thank you, thank you!!!
Need to give this a try. I’ve always used the paper bag and run it through the Sizzix in embossing folders. Then cut it up for collage. Just recently discovered rubbing Distress Oxide on and wetting the paper. Love how it runs and gives an almost marbled, muted effect. As always, thanks for sharing.
Wow! That's the best way I've seen so far! It turned out fantastic! It looks so relaxing to do as well. Thanks for sharing! ❤️
Very helpful video. Love the cover. Thank you for sharing.
Very excited to try this!!!
So awesome!!!! Love this so much
Thank you for sharing!
So nice looks really good 👍
Love it. That is so beautiful
Love it, what a neat process.❤️🙏
I like your technique Miss E. Also, I received my Mystery box and LOVED all the goodies!
I love doing these faux leather covers! Love your way of doing this E !!
Prayers for your family
Ty for sharing this, E. Great idea. Xxx
Love it I've got to try this thank you
Looks Great😉🙏🏻❤️🥰
Love this, Miss E! The color turned out awesome! Can’t wait for the next video.
Hi,E, that’s a neat idea & looks cool🥰
Looks great
I like to use a spritz made from a 50/50 mix of glycerine and water. No other conditioning needed. Also when all is dryer and complete, I add some wax type shoe polish, and it seems like real leather
Great process! Going to have to try it~ I'm always looking for journal covers!
💔Our love, thoughts & prayers continued to be with your whole family ❤️ 🙏 We'll all be here when "M&E" return to your channel 🙏🏻, till then we'll enjoy reruns😊⚘️🦋❤️🙏
prayers for you and your loved ones
Hi Edith. I hope you guys are doing well. This is such a pretty leather journal coverr. Crrumple up the brown paper into your hand is a great stress reliever. Is it good to use shoe polish instead of ink? I saw someone did that. Have a awesome day. Thank you so much for all your great crafting.
Hello Ms E., I've seen this procedure, but some were a lil more intense r should I say detailed. I want something simple, not so detailed I would say No Way!! Thank you for the simplicity of this technique. when do you put the conditioner on. I think I missed this part. TYFS ur creative ideas!!! Blessings to you!!! Have a wonderful day!!! waiting to see what u do next!! 😊🦋
If you are using a thick paper then put the conditioner on after you apply the ink and water. Then just rub some conditioner on your hands and rub it into the paper.
@@SCRAPBOOKINGWITHMECRAFTS Thank you Ms E. Much appreciated. ♥️
Is that a Teflon sheet u used for heat protectant, ty
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Idea Gota try my mc Donald bags I save
making this today 9/12/22
When I tried to fold the page to sew in the signature it cracked, is there a way to fix that?
Add lace or fabric over the crack
Do you put it on the leather you bought it from Dollar tree?
This is made from a brown paper bag..
What can I use if i don't have ink colours?
I use acrylic paint, just a thin coat with an almost dry brush. Bonus point: it does not react to the mod podge, because acrylic is not water soluble once dried.