This is the third art journal that I have made using Tetra Pak -
(a recycled milk carton it has 3 layers (foil, cardboard and plastic). You can check out the other two below
I loved creating this art journal, as it started out as an experiment and then it all just fell into place and the clutch bag was formed. Using the tetra pak milk carton as the base and it is a great way to recycle, especially for us here in Barbados as there are no processing operations that exist for this sort of packaging so it all goes to landfill.
After being cleaned I covered it with painted fabric, I have added quite a few elements such as the lace/ribbon detail, inspiring words, beads, the bead droplets and additional texture around the art journal.
The texture was created by applying gesso through sequin waste and allowing it to dry before applying metallic paint.
Beading also added a nice touch and I also used it to cover some of the spine of this journal. The pages of the journal uses recycled collaged and painted card and measures approximately 3 x 5 inches, so great for making quick pages or when you only have a limited time to create.
I am sure there are many other things that can done to make use of the packaging, I have seen it used in building materials, making bricks, and put though recycling plants. You need special machinery to separate the layers for recycling, so why not come up with a creative project that you can enjoy.
Some of the supplies used - some of which you may have already:
Fabric - recycled school uniform - or fabric you may have
Gesso - https://amzn.to/3yGjtdL
Jacquard metallic paint - https://amzn.to/3yH7XyR
Sequin waste - https://amzn.to/3qZ6l0F
Beads - https://amzn.to/3AMmcEs
Thread for stitching - https://amzn.to/3k1yfYH
White pen - https://amzn.to/3e40Mc9
I look forward in seeing what you come up with