Having done a tiny bit of book art myself, i know i truly do not have what it takes to produce something like this. May 25, 2010 everyone experiences blogging block from time to time. The internet is a treasure trove of ideas when it comes to news items. Today i learned what is a smash book and what is smashbooking about while reading through some blog posts about scrapbooking. Nov 18, 2016 completed pretty pink smash book flipthrough.
I think they are an awesome way of keeping my blog fresh especially when i. Ottawa catholic schools board ocsb in canada have been using book creator since 20, after assistive technology teacher nancy kawaja met our ceo dan amos at an apple distinguished educators conference. Whether youre just getting started with your blog, or youre a seasoned blogger, 365 blog topic ideas for the lifestyle blogger who has nothing to write about is the one book you should keep close by. Since im a very lazy person and writing is not my thing but i do have ideas that wont leave my head. Writing a series is different to writing a standalone book for a number of. Smash books were quite the rage a few years ago and i still love and use them. I still feel bad about some of the pictures that are smudged, but i have decided that once the book is done i will go back and reprint and. You can use traditional scrapbooks, notebooks, travelers notebooks, moleskine inserts or make them yourself using a variety of different papers or scrapbook paper and then either stitch them together or use a long armed stapler or loose binder rings to clip them together. In essence, a smash book is like a diary come sketchbook come holiday journal come ideas place. This is the art journal i received from my friend ashley, just in the process of adding and filling it in. Ill try to snap some photos next time its out so you can have an idea to start wit, the reason i left inside pictures out of the post originally is because everyones is going to be totally different, thats one of the joys of the smash book, there arent really any rules, its just memories squished inside a book so you dont lose them. Future topics list ideas or topics you wish to tackle in the future in your books. One of my greatest resources was sarah over at everybody is a genius so a lot of the ideas im implementing and quite a bit of the wording.
Its perfect for if you are just starting out, or need some new ideas. Here is a collection of images from her home page, to give you a taste. Ideas scrapbook travel journal ideas elegant very cool idea for smash book with regard to keyword. If youre worried about forgetting ideas you have while you are out doing something like running, carry a phone or voicerecording device to quickly record any brainwaves. Im using an old vintage book as the start of my smash book. Smashbooks do not follow a certain pattern throughout the book. Characters blog about deleted characters or where you got your inspiration for a certain main character. Our goal here is to assemble a big honkin list of author blog post ideas. In this blog post, ill go over resources that i personally use to generate bestselling book ideas. A smash book doesnt need to be in chronological order and its. Preserve and share precious writings and thoughts you have with your family and friends.
Mortenson this post may contain affiliate links this blog generates income via ads 14 comments. Smashbook, of course, makes a line of goodies to smash in your book, but get creative and see what strikes your fancy. Smashing is a way to journal that isnt as precise and scrapbooks are usually considered to be. Start your novel blog courses coaching start login. Sample book topic ideas studentreasures publishing. Crafters have come to love the smash book because it requires less time investment than scrapbooking and can be used in a wide variety of ways, including. Smash books can take many forms and you dont have to use the official smash book. And below youll find some fun ideas for smashing your vacation memories into a book. Nov 05, 2019 i didnt spend enough time thinking and researching about my blog name before i created it which is why i changed it from booknook to nose graze, so hopefully i can write something that will help new bloggers start off on the right foot and choose a good blog name. One way to open your mind up to great novel writing ideas is to think about stories other people have written that you have felt most passionate about. My sister and i bought brand new journals and we are trying out this 30 day smash book challenge to get started. With prompts from robert lee brewers popular writers digest blog, poetic asides, youll find 125 ideas for writing poems along with the. Capture and organize your blog pages using applications like word, upload the document and your book will be ready in no time.
I feel like i always have too many ideas in my head at once and want to post them all immediately. A smash book is a new trendy way to do your memory keeping. Think scrapbook except quick, easy, unique and with a twist of messy. Book ideas derived from historical events are everywhere. A small ticket stub can someday take you back to the time you spent going to a foreign film festival and didnt have a clue of what the plotline was. Blog ranks list of top book blogs is a comprehensive list of all book information you would need.
If the title doesnt directly involve reading or books a catchy slogan would be nice to explain it. Jun 30, 2019 if youre into smash books a recent trend i hadnt heard of or planners, the ideas for diy journals are transferable to those too. In 2015 the app was deployed on every ipad for special. Ill write down my ideas here and hopefully someone will write a book based of my ideas.
If you have a topic to add, please leave a comment and ill add your ideas to the list. Jul 25, 2014 where to find cute sticky notes, flags, pens, stickers, and washi tape how i organize and decorate my planner. One line per day theres no reason why diy journals have to be in book format. A smash book is a totally awesome twist to a traditional scrapbook. Aug 11, 2019 having done a tiny bit of book art myself, i know i truly do not have what it takes to produce something like this. After coming back to my pretty pink smash folio armed with an action plan, i did much better. Unfortunately some other creative blogger came up with that. For some reason, i dont often run out of content ideas. I love taking part in these and often do them whether i am tagged by a fellow blogger or not. Currently, creative and bullet journals seems to be the new ways to smash stuff or keep track of ideas and memories. Im not the best at writing so im giving away some book ideas that i cant begin myself to write. After doing some research on blogging and finding relatively few resources that were specifically about how to start a book blog, i decided to put together this guide for those thinking about diving into the book blogging community. If davinci had a business manager, wed probably have seen this concept earlier.
Youll be thankful you stored that memory somewhere accessible like your bookshelf. Blog post is about her new smash book featuring favourite quotes. Yesterday, ive not even heard about this trend before. I make fulltime income blogging parttimecheck out this easy stepbystep. It is a great activity for those who are not good with arts and crafts. It also lays great emphasis on creativity and craftsmanship. Writing and blogging the blog of author tim ferriss. But the best part is you dont need to buy anything. I found out that if i take a screenshot picture of my note i can print it out. No planning is involved you simply decorate as you feel in the moment. Creating a travel smash book is cheap, fun, and perfect to pass the time on those long bus rides. One line per day theres no reason why diy journals have to. Markus zusaks popular 2005 novel the book thief, about the power of writing and reading under an oppressive regime.
Instead of buying a scrapbook album and page protectors, a smash book is a journal in which you can write, draw, paint and glue in embellishments and memorabilia as youre onthemove. I can journal things wherever i am and when i am ready to add a photo and smash it into my book, the hard part is already done. Somewhere to safe ticket stubs, write down thoughts, doodle and explore. If youre into smash books a recent trend i hadnt heard of or planners, the ideas for diy journals are transferable to those too. I like to utilize the notes feature for jotting down ideas on the go. Ideas for using a smash book to keep a travel journal and scrapbook of your vacation. Oct 05, 2015 if youre worried about forgetting ideas you have while you are out doing something like running, carry a phone or voicerecording device to quickly record any brainwaves. Lesson ideas book ideas photo gallery contact blog handson science managing the stem classroom holiday stem stemtastic friday 20 stem challenges 6th grade science little scientists fortify 2017 science olympiad bringing science back tech talk june 2019. This way, we all have a reference to turn to when feeling that dreaded grip ofnothingness. Top utah craft blog, the crafty blogger, features an easy tutorial on how to make your own smash book.
This book will focus your mind and help generate hundreds of ideas for your next book. Smash book ideas like the little transparent pockets smash book such a good idea for all those instgram photos. Where to find cute sticky notes, flags, pens, stickers, and washi tape how i organize and decorate my planner. Each student is being asked to supply a composition book. Tim ferrisss 4hour workweek and lifestyle design blog. I didnt think too much about it until the book arrived with an invoice in. The skys the limit, but scrapbook embellishments and washi tape seem to be the most popular choices. I hope you enjoyed seeing the pages of my very first completed smash book and that maybe i gave. Everyone experiences blogging block from time to time. Please wash your hands and practise social distancing. In a former life i was the coowner of a weird rubber stamp business. This book was designed to help dig you out of a blogging rut and inspire new ideas, wherever you are.
There are also accessories you can buy like themed list pads, stickers, additional pens, pockets and folders things that help you complete specific themed pages. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Any notebook would work i used one with lined notebook paper, but i think a heavier duty sketch pad would have been a better choice. Whether you are a certified book addict or simply looking for a good book to read to pass some time. Quite some time ago, i mentioned brian dettmer in a similar post about book art, and kelly campbell berrys work falls into a similar category. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Bookideas for help with what to read, caring for your. Scrapbooking is not something i have particularly done much in the past, but when i heard about the smash book concept, i thought the kids would love it too. Aug 09, 2014 i like to utilize the notes feature for jotting down ideas on the go. A great site for motivation and ideas for your special memory book. Most of these i pulled out of my own head or looked through old posts i wrote. Dec 08, 2016 for some reason, i dont often run out of content ideas. You can also find a book blog where you can share your views about books that youve read and interact with different members of the site.
Book creator has helped empower student voice and choice in a district that strongly values differentiation. See more ideas about smash book, book journal and art journal inspiration. One way to open your mind up to great novel writing ideas is to think about stories other people. In 2015 the app was deployed on every ipad for special education students.
Your supplies can be as simple as glue or tape and a black pen or marker. How to create a travel smash book and smashbook flip through. How to make a vacation smash book the realistic mama. Studentreasures publishing offers a collection of sample books and book topic ideas to inspire students to create their own classbooks. I hope you enjoyed seeing the pages of my very first completed smash book and that maybe i gave you some ideas as to how to decorate yours or what to. Instead, look for writing ideas you can be passionate about ones that are meaningful to you, that you will have fun working with, that you can feel proud to have written. A smash book is a hybrid between a scrapbook and a journal. Jan 24, 2019 book ideas derived from historical events are everywhere. I figured i would share some really general blog post ideas for book bloggers. I couldnt remember how one thing led to another but suddenly i was trying to find out what smash booking is about. Apr 9, 2020 smash booking and art journaling is all the rage right now this board is full of visual inspiration, journaling tips, and plenty of ideas and pretty pictures that inspire me.
How to use a smash book as a travelers journal and scrapbook album. Capture and organize your blog pages using applications like word, upload the document and your book will. I think they are an awesome way of keeping my blog fresh especially when i am feeling a bit burned out. Use now novels stepbystep idea prompts to brainstorm details of. Real historical events are fodder for more than a book idea. Transform your blog content into a professional, bookstore quality book. You just need your journal, your penglue and your memories. Book idea generator how to find a profitable niche. While research is an important part of the publishing process, what you shouldnt do is rip off any of the content that you find. Tips from an author and book website expert on what to wrote about in your author blog including examples for fiction and nonfiction authors. If youve never heard of a smash book read a great sum up and stepbystep tutorial here. When i saw a blog post by seth godin about the idea book, i was intrigued and sent an email as there wasnt an order form on the website. How to write a series 10 tips for success now novel. Ideas for smash books or creative journals katie the.
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