You want to measure the book pages, and cut your paper to about 12. The front inside cover has a pocket to hold any bits of ephemera you may have. Not all are scrapbook paper however, some are vintage christmas cards, envelopes, christmas book pages, christmas carol pages, old advertisements, etc. I removed the pages, reinforced the spine and sewed in 3 new signatures. Art journal inspiration easy smash book ideas for 2019 tutorial on prepping for an altered book journal. Mar 31, 2010 scrapbook or other paper for end papers tape masking, and i also used gaffers tape for the spine glue ribbon gesso found in the art section, this semitransparent white medium prepares your paper for painting paint, papers, and other art supplies to fill your journal with.
For a visual journal tutorial on prepping for an altered book journal. Makes a mess planners, mixed media and creative journals. Take a composition notebook and make a smashbookjunk journal. Take a look at how easy it is to get on your way to creating your first junk journal without having to create it all from scratch.
For this months design team project i decided to follow a tutorial and make a junk journal from a file folder. For the pages i used a variety of different papers and vintage ephemera from scrapbook paper, old books, vintage cigarette cards, vellum, journal cards and printables which i used to make some cute tags. Mar 27, 2020 junk journals and elements to inspire and create. This gorgeous, chunky junk journal was made using an upcycled, black, vintage book. Bettsi ledesma nice use of the download love the pockets on the two covers. Vintageinspired junk journals are handmade using recycled and handcrafted materials along with vintage ephemera and. Vintageinspired junk journals are handmade using recycled and handcrafted. Altered book junk journal design team kelly boler the. Aug 15, 2017 natical travelers junk journal by linda israel.
Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time i comment. Prepping the pages of an altered book journal johwey redington. How to make an altered composition book art journal. There are all sorts of journals that can be purchased. First of all there is a group on facebook called junk journal junkies, awesome bunch of ladies and ideals. 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. The expression junk science is used to describe scientific data, research, or analysis considered by the person using the phrase to be spurious or fraudulent. I therefore decided to put them in a scrapbookjournal so that i can monitor my progress,i ordered the books last night, then today i get your email about your decision to keep a junk journal. How to make junk journal out of an old book part 1 step by step. Nov 19, 2014 though this particular mixed media junk journal is christmas themed, a junk journal can be used as an art journal, a scrapbook, or even as a smash book of sorts for a trip youve taken. Junk journal journey registration jamie ridler studios. I will share several of my different journals on this page.
The concept is often invoked in political and legal contexts where facts and scientific results have a great amount of weight in making a determination. See more ideas about junk journal, altered books and journal. For this book, i decided i was going to use a lot of cardboard as my pages in this book because i wanted them to be thick and sturdy. In this video workshop, carolyn dube encourages you to gather up washi tape, ribbon, stamps and any other collections of stuff. In this post we will cover numerous options for binding junk journals including 2 and 3 hole punch, 2 or 3 hole ring binding, hand sewing, machine sewing and pamphlet stitch. To make a journal made of junk youre going to need a couple of things.
Peel the paper off of the cardstock carefully, and mount it again, face down this time to add images on the reverse of each page or envelope. Make a new years vintage journal to start the year make. Latest junk journal made from a paper bag yarn and pencil. But have you ever thought about creating your own art journal. Pockets, tuck spots and altered paper clips embellishments for junk journal. Dec 30, 2019 this is the perfect diy project for a vintage journal youll be able to write all your ideas and creative projects in all year long. Mixed media blog project creating your own junk art journal art journaling is so popular right now. I altered the size a little to accommodate the size i had printed out the digital kit. Gather ephemera from a trip, from your stash, or go thrifting and yard saling to find unique fabrics, papers, maps, and other items to include in the journal. Ive been experimenting with running various types of junk through my inkjet printer, and the results are very cool its fun, its easy, and it will add tons of bespoke charm to your junk journal. In this class, tiffany julia combines aspects of art journals, creative journaling, and junk journals to create a personalized notebook to create and play in. In this video workshop, carolyn dube encourages you to gather up washi tape, ribbon, stamps and any other collections of stuff around the house or in your mixedmedia supply stash.
I dont rip out pages i do glue them and add papers and file folders throughout the. Making a nature study journal is a fun and easy activity to do with children. Lots of folks are making junk journals these days its a fun and green way to repurpose some of the useless paper is there such a thing. Junk journals thescrapinator5000 thescrapinator5000 blog. Jul 21, 2017 the front of this junk journal is made from a vintage sewing magazine. This is a little bit of a generic way to sum it all up of course, but i think it does explain it clearly for those who may have no idea what a junk journal might be. Altered journal, junk journal, scrapbook, sketchbook, diary i adorned it with designer scrapbook paper, lace trim, rhinestones, crystal bead trim, flowers, and a book plate. Im carolyn dube this colorful journey is all about the freedom of play. Putting it all together after youve selected all you different papers you will use to make your junk journal, start making a stack. How to make and altered book junk journal facebook group. Junk journal pocket and tuck spot ideas vintage junk.
Several other of her articles appeared in journals not on bealls list that, nonetheless, showed clear signs of being junk journals, the letter says. May 02, 2016 junk journal, but not, kinda of an art journal, maybe a smash book but really not so she called it a use it up journal journaling can be started, created and done so many different ways. Sturdy blank book, many pages, but very time consuming. Junk journal using up book pages ep 49 paper trim for. In the junk journal journey course you will gather. Learn how to repurpose a hardcover book, assemble an assortment of papers to use, and construct your very own altered book complete with pockets and tuckin spots.
There are no rules, but there is always room for inspiration and new ideas that let you use your junk your way. How to make a travelers notebook junk journal the creative. These journals can be themed or simply a place to record ideas, shopping lists or plans. Have you been wondering what an altered book journal is. You can make the junk journal any size, so if you want to start with 12.
Altered journal, junk journal, scrapbook, sketchbook, diary. The papers you need to fold down the middle and put in four evenly spaced holes down its spine so that it looks like a book. Make yourself one using the covers of a vintage book and archival drawing paper. A book which is often made through found and recycled materials to be used as a way to collect and record memories, thoughts, ideas, and inspiration. This is a great way to start your junk journal journey. Here at the paper outpost together using a repurposed book cover lets make a junk journal with easy to follow step by step instructions diy. How to make a junk journal out of random items wonderhowto.
We will create a junk journal using book board, decorative papers and paper ephemera from our personal stashes. Bean with a junk journal entry esperanza rising by yoliebean. Junk journal malaysia, created by crafts by orangeberry as a place to promote and exchange ideas and techniques abt junk journal craft in malaysia. Our goal is for you to be totally inspired by this series. I want you to take the idea and use your interpretation of it.
How to make an altered book junk journal tutorial part 2. Junk journal tutorial mit albunseiten aus paperbags, cardstock. Jan 19, 2020 posts about junk journal written by glitteronmyface. This is the perfect diy project for a vintage journal youll be able to write all your ideas and creative projects in all year long.
Jan 20, 2020 altered journal, junk journal, scrapbook, sketchbook, diary i adorned it with designer scrapbook paper, lace trim, rhinestones, crystal bead trim, flowers, and a book plate. Dec 23, 2017 in addition, the journal put out 16 editions in 2016 and eight in 2017 including one with 66 articles, which is another sign of a questionable publication, it adds. Brampton, ontario, canada when i first wanted to make a journal, i was a little afraid of how it would turn out, i didnt want to make so many mistakes, and ruin pages, etc. Handmade vintage inspired junk journals by karmic book. Jan 09, 2017 stunning junk journals and altered book flip throughs and images from the challenge in my art journaling group kerrymay. Brampton, ontario, canada when i first wanted to make a journal, i was a little afraid of how it would turn out, i didnt want. Watch tangie baxters youtube video for diy junk journal.
Every saturday youll get a new video lesson teaching you the next step of the process. Finally, i added some lace and trimming to some corrugated cardboard for the cover. A brand new year deserves a brand new blank journal. Make a book that really emulates that junk journal feeling. Many of you have asked me and so i thought i would start with these two. Posts about junk journal written by glitteronmyface.
Carefully cut the front and back cover off at the seam. I selected about forty assorted pieces of paper for the pages. Use the clip to hold the papers together while you measure. As you know, we feature one new junk journal each week created by one of our team of fantastic book artisans. Aug 18, 2017 the second junk journal i made for myself was an altered book a whole different type of creature. Hi friends, i wanted to share a quick show and tell of my altered book junk journals and how i use them.
Heres a peek at some envelopes that have been printed on both sides. I discuss what papers to choose for your junk journal and how to put a signature together. Once i started these journals im excited to see junk mail especially envelopes with 2 windows. But first let me give you a big list of things you can put in them, as that is the funnest thing of all. Junk journal, but not, kinda of an art journal, maybe a smash book but really not so she called it a use it up journal journaling can be started, created and done so many different ways. Czech university urged to bar new dean over junk journal. First, gather the nature journal materials, and follow the step by step directions below to make your own homemade nature journal. Czech university urged to bar new dean over junk journal papers. For more information on choosing junk journal papers, see my post here. Depending on your printer, you may need to wipe away the ink from the surface of the envelope widows i did. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. See more ideas about junk journal, junk journals, journal.
Making a junk journal is a great way to keep memories and use up those random papers from your stash. I junk them up use as a art journal and diaryplanner agenda type of book. Then when i am finished with the intended project, i just use up any leftover paint from my palette to fill in any blank spots. Blue junk journal flip through journal inspiration, journal ideas, journal sample, stitch book. Here is a quick and easy basic junkart journal that you create using covers from a hard back book, a chipboard. Creating a junk journal osher lifelong learning institute. Upcycling old books into custom journals run to radiance. This will give you an idea of what the journal should look like. Take junk from around the house including junk mail.
One of our awesome junk journal design team members, kelly boler from book and paper arts, has created an amazing altered book junk journal for us this month. Dec 22, 2016 my friend and i swapped a large envelope stuffed with junk journal papers. Though this particular mixed media junk journal is christmas themed, a junk journal can be used as an art journal, a scrapbook, or even as a smash book of sorts for a trip youve taken. Apr 25, 20 in this post we will cover numerous options for binding junk journals including 2 and 3 hole punch, 2 or 3 hole ring binding, hand sewing, machine sewing and pamphlet stitch. Of course, you can choose to watch at a time that is convenient for you. A creative blog from bullet journals and travelers notebooks to collage and vintage journals.
To make it, i bought a book at goodwill this one was an anne geddes baby name book that had never been used that had the right size pages and high quality paper. How to start an altered book junk journal diy tutorial. Here is a quick and easy basic junk art journal that you create using covers from a hard back book, a chipboard spine, some. Junk journals help to organize and inspire gals guide. Create me a junk journal from a composition book swapbot. Vintage book paper 50 pieces collage journal supply mixed lot paper music scrapbook supply junk journal paper paper ephemera old book pages craftygranny57 5 out of 5. Here is a collection of junk journals ive created and some ideas for you.
Making my first journal part one july 11, 2017 july 11, 2017 emilytheforestdweller 2 comments i recently learned of junk journalling when customers on my etsy store started buying my products to use in their junk journal projects. I also used envelopes and paper bags to create pockets and pouches. Gathering your materials will be not just a practical exercise but a way for you to hear the stirrings of inspiration in your creative heart. Junk journal using up book pages ep 49 paper trim for journal pages fun and easy. Playing cards art, book crafts, paper crafts, diy crafts, craft books, cigar box crafts. In addition, the journal put out 16 editions in 2016 and eight in 2017 including one with 66 articles, which is another sign of a questionable publication, it adds. The paper project junk journals, handmade, paper crafting. Hopefully ill have it filled by the end of the year. Youtube vintage junk journal, junk journal, handmade. Scrapbook or other paper for end papers tape masking, and i also used gaffers tape for the spine glue ribbon gesso found in the art section, this semitransparent white medium prepares your paper for painting paint, papers. First an unbleached linen thread because it doesnt bleed out into your work, youll need a candle, a binder clip and a stack of papers. We will decorate pages and add pockets, tags, tuck spots and edge decorations to create a oneofakind journal. The junk journal journey course gives you a weekly video lesson.
Each page is handmade, by pasting pieces of papers together. The second junk journal i made for myself was an altered book a whole different type of creature. See more ideas about junk journals, junk journal, vintage junk journal. Use the clip to hold the papers together while you measure the. Altered book projectpattern pictures for paper dolls art. Bean and another junk journal woo hoo by yoliebean. See more ideas about junk journal, journal and paper crafts.
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