I posted another pocket album the other day and received requests for directions so here goes:
Materials:
3 pages true 12x12 cardstock
2 pages paper/cs cut 8x8
2 6x6 matboard pieces
about 1-2 yards ribbon for tying book closed
lots of pieces of ribbon 6" or so to tie into spine (this holds the book together)
redline tape
more cardstock and embellishments for pages
Directions:
Start with the 12x12 CS. Score the cardstock to create a 6 inch pocket. The easiest way is to score one side at 3 inches and then at 9 1/4 or so (to leave you with a 6x6 space. Secure the over-flapped edge with redline tape. you should have the beginnings of a big pillow box now. Once all three CS pieces are scored and folded, place them on top of each other and fold in half. This is how you create the center spine. Punch four holes at the top and four at the bottom of each sheet on the spine. In the holes you punch you will tie the ribbons on for the spine.
Then cover your matboard, adhere long piece of ribbon (securing only the pieces that touch the front and back cover) and decorate as you desire. In the pockets of the album cut cadstock to fit.
Pocket Album Directions
