Back in 2007, I shared a post on how to create a mini book from a single sheet of paper.  I took that idea and ran with it using the technology I have at hand now:  I created a cutting file for my Brother ScanNCut and made these two little books — each made from a single sheet of double-sided cardstock!

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In the blue book I placed some tiny art prints.  I left the other book blank — perfect for putting in some text or a few little photos!

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Totally cute little books to give as gifts, don't you think?  And because it's a cut file, I can actually create tons of books in no-time at all.   

Check out the 2007 post for the basic instructions on creating a book from a single 8.5×11 sheet of paper!

Thanks for stopping by!

P.S. I was compensated by Brother to create this project, but the opinions and ideas are all my own!

Julie Fei-Fan Balzer

Based outside of Boston, Julie Fei-Fan Balzer is a painter, printmaker, and collage artist who constructs vibrant compositions. Her artwork investigates the interplay of identity and perception, inviting viewers to take a longer look. Julie works in layers, both physically and metaphorically, exploring what is visible and what is concealed. Passionate about connecting with and inspiring other artists, she shares her expertise through in-person workshops and her online classroom at MyArtPractice.com. Julie's achievements include high-profile clients, multiple publications - including her book, “Carve Stamp Play” - and exhibits in New York City and throughout Massachusetts. She is a graduate of Brown University.

45 thoughts on “Two Little Books

  • Pretty cool for a gift especially.

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  • Pretty cool for a gift especially.

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  • Pretty cool for a gift especially.

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  • Pretty cool for a gift especially.

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  • Pretty cool for a gift especially.

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  • So clever, I would pay for that cut file. Love it

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  • So clever, I would pay for that cut file. Love it

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  • So clever, I would pay for that cut file. Love it

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  • So clever, I would pay for that cut file. Love it

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  • So clever, I would pay for that cut file. Love it

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  • Please, please do a video tutorial on how to make those books.

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  • Please, please do a video tutorial on how to make those books.

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  • Please, please do a video tutorial on how to make those books.

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  • Please, please do a video tutorial on how to make those books.

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  • Please, please do a video tutorial on how to make those books.

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  • Any chance you would offer the cut file for sale?

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  • Any chance you would offer the cut file for sale?

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  • Any chance you would offer the cut file for sale?

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  • Any chance you would offer the cut file for sale?

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  • Any chance you would offer the cut file for sale?

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  • Cool! Thanks for that connection – very different looking in a finished work from the blank white paper of the demo. (p.s. I think the Scor-It link on that page may need to be updated)

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  • Cool! Thanks for that connection – very different looking in a finished work from the blank white paper of the demo. (p.s. I think the Scor-It link on that page may need to be updated)

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  • Cool! Thanks for that connection – very different looking in a finished work from the blank white paper of the demo. (p.s. I think the Scor-It link on that page may need to be updated)

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  • Cool! Thanks for that connection – very different looking in a finished work from the blank white paper of the demo. (p.s. I think the Scor-It link on that page may need to be updated)

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  • Cool! Thanks for that connection – very different looking in a finished work from the blank white paper of the demo. (p.s. I think the Scor-It link on that page may need to be updated)

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  • Julie, is the layout for doing the cutting going to be available from Brother? Yours are the best instructions they have!

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  • Julie, is the layout for doing the cutting going to be available from Brother? Yours are the best instructions they have!

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  • Julie, is the layout for doing the cutting going to be available from Brother? Yours are the best instructions they have!

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  • Julie, is the layout for doing the cutting going to be available from Brother? Yours are the best instructions they have!

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  • Julie, is the layout for doing the cutting going to be available from Brother? Yours are the best instructions they have!

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