Thursday, August 27, 2009

Free Recycled Book Art Journal Giveaway - the drawing is over

9/10 The drawing is over. I printed the comments and had a neighbor draw a name. I was a little late posting this since we had coffee and cookies.

The lucky winner is Melissa Sabin.

artist journal made from vintage books
I got some new books in the mail today, 9/5/09 so I'd thought I'd share these gems.

artist journal made from vintage books
















I am a huge fan of the books at bookjournals.com and the owner has graciously offered to let me give away an art journal.

They are made from recycled books, have some of the original pages scattered throughout and contain about 75 sheets of acid free paper.

I had written about the books previously if you'd like to see the other ones I purchased.

If you'd like to have a chance to win your choice of one of these journals (not the ones I previously purchased) please visit bookjournals.com, look over his selection, and post a comment on my blog. I'll choose a winner at random on September 10th at 9:00 pm central time. Good luck!
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  1. Rhonda L. CooperAugust 27, 2009 at 8:19 PM

    I wish that I could buy the Smurf journal, my dd would love it. Thanks for sharing this site and having a give away. Have a great and creative day!

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  2. Tita MamaAugust 27, 2009 at 9:05 PM

    These journals are wonderful! I would love to have one.

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  3. martinepittetAugust 28, 2009 at 3:07 AM

    I've just bought two but I wouldn't mind having one more; I just love the memories they bring back and I have already used some blank pages of old second-hand books to draw on. That's a good way to keep old books alive!
    Thanks for letting me know about them.
    Martine

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  4. Art is for the MakingAugust 28, 2009 at 9:31 AM

    I'll enter the contest! I like all the journals (not the Smurf so much...Mohammed Ali is cool, all the others are charming), and I like your blog too! What a fun idea.

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  5. AnonymousAugust 28, 2009 at 9:52 AM

    Would love a Nancy Drew journal. I'm newly inspired to journal again and found you on Everyday Matters.

    Thanks,
    Jen
    http://truffulatuft.blogs.com

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  6. vickylwAugust 28, 2009 at 10:40 AM

    These art journals are incredibly nice! I have such love for old books.
    Thanks for telling us about them -- I'll have to check this site out.

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  7. UnknownAugust 28, 2009 at 11:58 AM

    Howdy!

    I found your blog through EDM, and then went to the bookjournals site after admiring your puchases. I've been drooling ever since and contemplating what journal would be best. Who could resist the Tawny Scrawny Lion?! And I've enjoyed browsing your blog as well. Your cabbage is my favorite. Thanks much, Laura O.

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  8. Frankye WhiteAugust 28, 2009 at 1:33 PM

    I think it is just marvelous that there are giveaways, drawings, opportunities to have something special that we might not otherwise get to own! I would love to partcipate in the drawing. My first choice would be the book on "Spelling." A second one would be the "Sunset Cook Book." I remember that one well. All the journals are unique and delightful to view. Thanks for posting this and referring us to the site.

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  9. Tim ClaryAugust 28, 2009 at 1:45 PM

    Great idea! Very cool site. Consider me entered, although the Art Stories one above is probably my favorite. Love that typography and what a perfect title for an art journal!

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  10. Florence's ArtAugust 28, 2009 at 2:47 PM

    I had done some altered books, but this is such a neat idea. I love a lot of the covers but if I were to pick one it would have to be the "Text books of Art Education" by The Prang Educational Company. Thanks for sharing this site with us.

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  11. lynAugust 28, 2009 at 7:55 PM

    You have a very interesting blog! I found you through EDM, I am originaly from Minn. inland from San Diego now. Been in the 100's for days! I admire people who post everyday, I must do more of that! Continued success in all that you do!

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  12. ShaliniAugust 28, 2009 at 9:22 PM

    I would like to particiapte in the journal giveaway.. The journals are so nice.. And I have always loved recycled paper.. They have a real good feel about them!!
    Thanks for sharing the site too.

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  13. AnnAugust 29, 2009 at 5:04 PM

    I had admired your new journals from your previous posting. So yes, count me in! True Dog Stories or The Wonderful House caught my eye. And who doesn't like Lassie!

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  14. Fran SSeptember 2, 2009 at 10:09 AM

    I always love a new journal, especially one made of upcycled materials!

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  15. Susan's ScribblesSeptember 2, 2009 at 2:21 PM

    Wow, glad I found you on EDM! Enjoying your work and love these journals. Great use for old books that would otherwise end up in a land fill some where. So many great covers to choose from! I need to go look some more. I may be hooked!

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  16. WendyPSeptember 6, 2009 at 3:45 PM

    the journals bring back so many childhood memories - what a wonderful way to pass on these memories to our children - would love to win one - the Lassie one in particular brought back many happy family memories- smiles Wendy P (from New Zealand)

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  17. AnonymousSeptember 6, 2009 at 8:37 PM

    What a great intro to a fun site! I would love to participate in the giveaway. These make journaling even better!

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