Vision boxes and shrine containers connect the spirit of creativity with life. Each of Mark's charming projects will help you discover the inner self, acquire a sense of wonder, and provide inspiration. Be inspired as you assemble your personal mojo into a personal display of your life. Bring your mind, hands and spirit into focus through these simple steps. Vision Boxes are very personal and require no artistic training. Expand personal messages in your projects as you discover your hidden potential. Appreciate the uniqueness of your experience in the world as you create unique art and discover the infinite possibilities that spring from creativity.
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Mark Montano is the author of Big Ass Book of Crafts, Big Ass Book of Crafts #2, Big Ass Book of Home Decor, Pulp Fiction and others. He has been a contributing editor to CosmoGIRL! magazine and his weekly column, Make Your Mark appeared in more than 70 news papers across the country. His television credits include being a designer on While You Were Out (TLC), and She's Moving In (WE TV) as well as hosting 10 Years Younger (TLC) and My Celebrity Home (Style Network). He holds a Masters Degree from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City where he also runs a successful boutique.
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Hello everyone! Thank you for your interest in my books. Well, THE BIG-A#S BOOK OF CRAFTS 2 is officially on the shelves after 2 years of writing and gluing things together. It's filled with over 150 projects made with stuff you can find almost anywhere and probably already have! Make sure to join the Big A*# Blog: http://markmontanoblogs.blogspot.com/ (I'd love to see you there). Where do I begin? I guess you should know that I was a fashion designer in New York City for most of my career. Yup, I showed with the big designers in the tents and had HUGE fashion shows which you can see on Youtube if you're interested. Through a series of terrific opportunities I became a writer and editor for Hearst Publications at Cosmo Girl! Magazine and stayed there for 10 years writing the COOL ROOM column which I turned into a book called Super Suite: The Ultimate Bedroom Makeover Guide for Girls. I also wrote a syndicated column for Knight Ridder called Make Your Mark which ran in 70 newspaper across the country. During that time I was offered a designer role on the TLC show WHILE YOU WERE OUT and after several years I became the host of the show 10 YEARS YOUNGER, also on TLC. That's the show where we put people in a glass box and guess their age. After 10 YY I was lucky enough to land more TV roles. MY CELEBRITY HOME on Style and SHE'S MOVING IN on WE TV, a recurring role on THE TONY DANZA SHOW and then MY HOME 2.0 for FOX. All during this filming I've been writing books about craft, home decor and anything I can create using commonly found objects. Look under your kitchen sink and we'll find something amazing for a project! Thanks for visiting me here and you can always contact me at MarkMontanoNYC@aol.com.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I have two other Mark Montano books (The BigAss Book of Crafts 1 and 2), so when I saw that this book was coming out, I got a copy without hesitation. I'm so glad that I have it - I have already spent hours going through the projects and making notes and building a couple of my own vision boxes.
Mark Montano makes these projects all so "do-able" with his quirky stories and tips. It's pretty hard to read this book and NOT get right into making your own style of vision box. With tons of ideas on how to start, what materials to use (including inexpensive options!), and how to put your own individual twist on your vision box, this book really makes this artform accessible to everyone. Skilled artists and dabblers alike will be inspired and gently guided into making their own vision boxes. Oh, I almost forgot to mention the photos in the book - EVERY project is photographed and detailed so that you really can follow the steps to create your own. Definitely a great book for anyone who loves mixed media!!
Mark Montano makes these projects all so "do-able" with his quirky stories and tips. It's pretty hard to read this book and NOT get right into making your own style of vision box. With tons of ideas on how to start, what materials to use (including inexpensive options!), and how to put your own individual twist on your vision box, this book really makes this artform accessible to everyone. Skilled artists and dabblers alike will be inspired and gently guided into making their own vision boxes. Oh, I almost forgot to mention the photos in the book - EVERY project is photographed and detailed so that you really can follow the steps to create your own. Definitely a great book for anyone who loves mixed media!!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I adore this book almost as much as I adore Mark Montano! In this book, memory keeping has been taken to the next level. As a former scrapbooker who got a bit bored with what there was out there - this has revolutionized how I think about crafting my family's memories. One of my favorite things about Mark's projects is that I don't need to go to a fancy scrapbook store, or even spend any money. Mark is the master re-purposer and uses things you probably have lying around the house. In addition, the step-by-step instructions and fabulous pictures make this book uber-easy to use! You will be the envy of your friends when you display this ingenous mixed media (my favorite of all crafting) vision boxes!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By scottfam5tx
Format:Paperback
I just got mine and can't seem to put it down! I don't know where to start so many projects to do and it gives me so much motivation and ideas!! I took it to work yesterday and had to fight my co-workers over it. There are many different projects to do from modern, traditional - you name it is in this book! I have always loved Mark Montano from his past TV shows to his books. I just love all the great designs he brings and hope he never stops with his wonderful ideas! This book is sure to bring many inspirations and ideas to your home for years to come! LOVE LOVE LOVE IT!!!
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5.0 out of 5 stars
VISION BOX idea book
This 80 page publication is crammed packed with tons of fun step by step projects. Each project has brilliant photography and a list of things needed to complete the item being... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Jacqueline M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Mark Montano is Great!!
I recently heard about Mark. Very happy to be a follower. This book Vision Box is really wonderful. Love the Pocket Angel project using the Altoids tins. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Sally King
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Another great book from Mark Montano
My copy of Mark Montano's Vision Box arrived on Friday, so I got to spend the weekend leafing through the pages, admiring the great photography, poring over the easy-to-follow... Read more
Published 12 months ago by L. A. Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars
Mark does it again!
I've said it once and I will say it forever...Mark is a crafty creative genius. He creates all of his books and projects with so much passion and it's just fun to see what he comes... Read more
Published 12 months ago by TheEGall
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Vision Box Idea Book
If you ever read a Mark Montano book then you know you are in for a treat of a crafty bonanza that we all can do and can afford to do.. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Gen Voss/The Diversified Crafter
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Never Disappointed!! :0)
What can I say.....Im a Mark Montano fan! Which is why with this book...I now own 3, yes THREE of his books. I love em! And Im sure Ill continue to add onto the collection. Read more
Published 12 months ago by LatnCupcake
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