Upcycled Journal from a Juice Carton | Slow Craft

 Of course 💛 Here you go — a warm, cosy YouTube description for your project:

🧃📓 In this video, I create a trashy junk journal using a reclaimed juice carton and a mix of rescued, scrap and discarded papers. This is a gentle, creative upcycling project all about turning everyday packaging into something personal, playful and beautifully imperfect.

I love working with humble materials, and this little journal shows how even a simple juice carton can become a sturdy, character-filled cover for a junk journal full of texture, layers and surprises.

This is a relaxed, process-led make — perfect if you enjoy slow crafting, creative reuse and letting go of perfection while you create.

✨ In this video you’ll see:

• How I turn a used juice carton into a journal cover

• Ideas for building a “trashy” style junk journal

• Simple, low-waste creative techniques

If you enjoy cosy, mindful crafting and giving new life to everyday throwaways, I hope this inspires you to try making your own reclaimed journal too. ♻️💛

#JunkJournal #UpcycledJournal #TrashJournal #CreativeReuse #SlowCraft #JournalingCommunity

 

Relaxed Crochet | Avalon Square by This Little Hook of Mine

 

🧶✨ In this video, I’m working on the Avalon crochet square — the final piece in the Legends of King Arthur series from Lisa at This Little Hook of Mine. This isn’t just any square: it’s an intermediate to advanced crochet skills project featuring thoughtful construction, texture and detail that really makes this square stand out.

🌟 Avalon represents the mystical island of Arthur’s final destiny, and this design brings that story to life stitch by stitch. It’s perfect if you’re ready to challenge your skills and create something truly unique.

📌 Pattern inspiration & credits:
This design comes from Lisa’s blog This Little Hook of Mine — full of creative crochet patterns and project ideas. Check out her blog here: https://thislittlehookofmine.blogspot.com/

Whether you’re making this square for a blanket, wall art, or just as a beautiful practice piece, it’s such a joy to bring this pattern to life! 🧵💙

✨ Don’t forget to like, comment and subscribe if you enjoyed watching — and let me know what crochet techniques you want to see next!

#Crochet #CrochetSquare #AvalonSquare #ThisLittleHookOfMine #AdvancedCrochet #CrochetInspiration

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📚 A Cozy Flip-Through: 50-Year-Old Craft & Art Magazine ✨

                                    

There’s something truly special about seeing the past through the lens of creativity — and that’s exactly what I’m sharing today! I recently came across a 50-year-old craft and art magazine, filled with vintage inspiration for sewing, knitting, embroidery, paper crafts, and more… and I couldn’t wait to flip through it with you.

In this video, we take a gentle stroll back in time, page by page, exploring patterns, ideas, and illustrations that are classic yet timeless. There’s a warmth to these older magazines that feels comforting — like crafting with a cup of tea beside you on a rainy afternoon. The colours, the style, the projects… it all has such personality.

What I love most is how many of the ideas still feel relevant today. Sure, fashion has changed, and materials might be a bit different now, but the joy of making something with your hands hasn’t. There are charming sewing patterns that make you smile, knitting ideas that feel cozy and familiar, and delicate embroidery stitches that remind you of slowing down and enjoying the process.

Whether you’re a maker, a dreamer, or someone who just loves a bit of creative nostalgia, this flip-through is like discovering a hidden gem. It’s playful, inspiring, and just plain lovely.

Watch the full video here:
🎥 https://youtu.be/r6DaEBZeihU

Let me know which vintage project caught your eye — I’d love to hear what inspires you! ✂️🧶🌼