I started by collaging papers on the cover and adding leather to the spine. In the center of the book is a vintage mailbox door. I cut a hole in the cover and in the first several pages of the book in order to insert the door. The mailbox door and combination work or would work if I could remember the “safe place” where I put the combination. The larger gears are rusted chipboard. To see the tutorial on rusting objects click here. I haven’t done anything to the inside of the book. I think I’ll just use it for décor.
10 comments:
I love it! I'm gonig to check out your tutorial on rusting. I have quite a few things that would look fabulous all rusted! Thanks!
WOW! This is just awesome Laura. I love how this turned out. And you made me laugh with your "someplace safe" comment. I've done that more times than I can count - LOL!
Elaine Allen
FANTASTIC Laura! I love the steampunk look anyway, but this is just awesome! Might give it a try on my next book cover. Thanks for sharing all of your wonderful ideas.
Drooooooooool...
Oh wow this is terrific and love the idea of a hidden door. x
What a brilliant work, dear Laura! Fantastic steampunk design!
Fantastic !!!!
Oh my goodness this is simply amazing!
I really love this Laura! I just finished an assemblage with one of these doors, I just adore all things postal.
I love your steampunk book and your "safe " place comment made me laugh. I have a few of those never to be seen again places too!..Donna
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