Wedding Journals and Keepsake Gifts: Creative Projects to Make and Share [Paperback]

Tammy Kushnir (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 2008

Become inspired by fresh and unique ideas for personalizing every aspect of your wedding with Wedding Journals and Keepsake Gifts. This beautiful book offers ideas for stunning and inspiring journals, books, and memory gifts (including memory boxes, photo frames, small favors, and memory jewelry), all styled for the contemporary bride.

Wedding Journals and Keepsake Gifts shows every bride—even those with minimum craft experience—how to personalize their wedding memories in a unique and beautiful way. Projects range from making books using simple binding techniques to gorgeous but simple "alteration" ideas for purchased books and journals. You'll find new and clever ideas and inspirations for journaling about your past, present, and the dreams you and your beloved have for the future.

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About the Author

Tammy Kushnir is a mixed media artist who enjoys various forms of art from drawing to digital art and everything in between. Her work has been featured in various magazines such as Somerset Studios and Somerset Memories as well as art shows and gallery shows across the country and online. Visit her blog at http://thefroufroufrog.blogspot.com.

Product Details

• Paperback: 112 pages
• Publisher: Quarry Books (October 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1592534600
• ISBN-13: 978-1592534609
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 8.4 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,768,169 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Tammy enjoys working in various types of art such as mixed media, drawing and digital. Her works have also been seen in gallery shows across the country. She currently has two books for purchase The Elemental Journal and Wedding Journals and Keepsake Gifts. She also designs skins for cell phones, e-readers and other electronic devices which can be for purchase at her etsy shop.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars A Unique Book with Great Ideas, October 1, 2008

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raszewr99 "RMR" (Naperville, IL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Wedding Journals and Keepsake Gifts: Creative Projects to Make and Share (Paperback)

I was impressed with the author's creativity and amazed by how she used her supplies to create such beautiful gifts. Even though I'm clumsy when it comes to doing this kind of stuff, I may give this a try for my future wedding! I can definitely see this being useful for brides-to-be and guests who want to do unique gifts.

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic book with easy to follow instructions!, September 30, 2008

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Bedazzled - See all my reviews

This review is from: Wedding Journals and Keepsake Gifts: Creative Projects to Make and Share (Paperback)

This book is full of wonderful ideas that can be used for not only weddings, but also any other special event. The instructions are extremely detailed and easy to follow. I love that the book contains pictures of the projects before, during, and after completion and can't wait to try a few of the ideas mentioned in the book. The personalized gift ideas were elegant and creative. Great book!

5.0 out of 5 stars Precious Personalized Gifts, September 29, 2008

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Helene M. Horchuck (Woolwich, NJ) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Wedding Journals and Keepsake Gifts: Creative Projects to Make and Share (Paperback)

The author uses a great deal of detail and beautiful pictures to give ample instruction on how to make these elegant keepsakes. Even the most creatively challenged people can find ideas and instruction here. This book is a wonderful resource for anyone who likes to make personal gifts for loved ones.