DIY Sketchbook Tutorial ~ How to Make Your Own Simple Softback Sketchbooks

Get creative and design your own DIY sketchbook. In this tutorial I show you how to make an easy softback sketchbook for drawing, journalling and family fun. A fun and rewarding project for all skill levels.

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⏰ Timecodes ⏰
0:00 Introduction
1:29 Materials needed
2:08 Step 1: Prepare the Pages
2:45 Step 2: Prepare the Cover
3:27 Step 3: Mark the Stitching Holes
4:26 Step 4: Stitching the Sketchbook
5:40 Step 5: Finishing Touches
6:14 Watch the whole process with music, no talking


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