A flip through of a beautiful garden themed junk journal!

 

 A Garden-Themed Junk Journal Made from Scraps and Treasures

There's something so satisfying about taking a collection of odds and ends and turning them into something beautiful. In my latest project, I've created a garden-themed junk journal using a mixture of paper scraps, card, lace, artwork, watercolours, and patched fabric. It's a celebration of creativity, recycling, and the joy of making something unique from materials that might otherwise have been forgotten.

As I worked on this journal, I wanted it to feel like wandering through a cottage garden on a sunny afternoon. Each page is filled with layers of texture and colour, from soft watercolour washes and delicate lace to fabric patches and little pockets waiting to hold notes, tags, and memories.

One of the things I love most about junk journaling is that there are no strict rules. A scrap of patterned paper, a piece of old card packaging, or a leftover fabric offcut can all find a place on the page. It's amazing how these simple materials come together to create something full of character and charm.

The journal is packed with handmade details and interactive elements, making it both beautiful to look at and fun to explore. Every page tells a small story, inspired by gardens, nature, and the beauty of handmade art.

If you'd like to take a closer look at all the pages and details, I've shared a full flip-through video here:

🎥 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-MFmmb01TY&feature=youtu.be

I hope it inspires you to save those scraps, gather your favourite bits and bobs, and create something magical of your own. Sometimes the most beautiful projects begin with the simplest materials. 🌸📖✨

Flip Through My Rawesome Dinosaur Junk Journal 🦖📖

If you love junk journals, ephemera, and all things prehistoric, you’re in for a treat! Today I’m sharing a full flip-through of one of my latest creations—a totally rawesome dinosaur-themed junk journal packed with creative details, layered textures, and plenty of ephemera inspiration.

This journal has been such a fun project to put together, combining vintage-inspired elements with playful dinosaur imagery to create something truly unique. From interactive pages to carefully curated embellishments, every page offers little treasures and ideas for fellow journal makers.

Watch the Full Flip-Through

You can watch the full video here and see every page in detail:

Watch the Dinosaur Junk Journal Flip-Through on YouTube

Taking Part in #JJMadness

This journal was also created as part of #JJMadness, a wonderful creative challenge hosted by iTurtleyLoveIt on YouTube.

Be sure to check out her channel and see this month’s theme—it’s a fantastic source of inspiration for junk journal lovers and paper crafters alike.

This Journal Is Now Available

If this dinosaur journal has captured your heart, it’s now available for purchase here:

Shop the Dinosaur Junk Journal on eBay

New in My Shop: Vintage Tabbys & Roses

I’ve also recently added some beautiful new Vintage Tabbys and Roses goodies to my shop:

Browse Vintage Tabbys & Roses on Ko-fi

Favourite Craft Supplies I’m Loving Right Now

Here are some of my current favourite supplies that I’m using constantly in my junk journal and mixed media projects:

🎨 Lyra Aqua Watercolour Crayons

Perfect for adding vibrant colour and soft blended effects.

Shop Lyra Aqua Watercolour Crayons

✂️ Iron-On Interfacing

My go-to base for working with scrap fabrics—adds structure and stability beautifully.

Shop Iron-On Interfacing

📄 Basic White Card

Affordable and versatile for all kinds of journal pages and tags.

Shop Basic White Card

🤎 “Made With Love” Brown Paper Stickers

Such a lovely finishing touch for packaging and embellishments.

Shop Brown Paper Stickers

💎 Cristaltec Beading Elastic (3 Pack)

An absolute must-have for jewellery making and flexible journal closures.

Shop Cristaltec Beading Elastic

🖌️ Blending Tool with Replacement Heads

Essential for smooth ink blending and distress effects.

Shop Blending Tool

☕ Coffee Stain Rings & Bubble Ring Stamps

Perfect for adding vintage character and grungy layered backgrounds.

Shop Coffee Ring Stamps

💌 Postcard Stamps

A fantastic selection for vintage mail-themed embellishments.

Shop Postcard Stamps

🎨 Grunge & Paint Mark Stamps

Ideal for adding texture and distressed mixed-media effects.

Shop Grunge and Paint Mark Stamps

Thanks for Visiting

Thank you so much for stopping by and sharing in my latest creative adventure. I hope this dinosaur junk journal inspires your own crafting projects and gives you plenty of new ephemera ideas to try.

Happy crafting—and don’t forget to watch the full flip-through! 🦕✨

✨ Scrappy Paper Heart Accordion Journal | Handmade Flip-Out Mini Album ✨

 

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Turning Old Pages into Something Beautiful — Junk Journal Flip-Through

I’ve got a new video up that I’m so excited to share with you today! If you love the cozy, creative world of junk journaling, you’ll enjoy this one — it’s all about turning a plain, old page into something beautiful, layered, and full of character.

In this video, I dive into the creative process with no pressure and no strict plan — just a pile of bits and pieces, a few vintage scraps, and the joy of letting the page evolve naturally. There’s something so peaceful about junk journaling, isn’t there? It’s not about perfection — it’s about play, expression, and enjoying the little surprises that happen along the way.

Watching the page come together feels a bit like watching a story unfold. A tag becomes a hidden peek-a-boo element, a scrap of paper adds texture, and before you know it, those ordinary materials have grown into something that feels personal, meaningful, and you.

If you’d like to see the entire transformation from blank to layered and lovely, you can watch the full video here:
🎥 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5sHsL7fDeI8

I hope it inspires you to pick up your own scraps, get comfy with your glue and scissors, and have a little creative fun. There’s something so special about making something out of nothing — and every page tells its own gentle story.