I lost my passion (non-traditional watercolor) when my husband died last year. My daughter introduced me to RU-vid where I discovered Junk Journaling. I was in a quandary as to why they called it 'Junk' Journals when most of the stuff was bought. I also wondered 'WHY' make these. Then I found you. You are closest to my tendency to repurpose/reuse things. I also thrift shop rather than pay full price... more recycling. Thank you for giving me something that fills my creative needs. You are a gem.
I'm sorry for your loss! I started junk journaling the same way as you except I lost my son several years ago. Our two daughters introduced me to RU-vid and that's how I found junk journals! They keep my mind occupied to help ease the grief some! Praying for you 😊
Thank you. It is hard to lose a loved one, especially when it is a child. We are fortunate to have family and our creative nature to ease the pain. @@hollyh5032
This has cheered me up! Your videos are always so inspiring and show how much you can do with a few simple things, no need to get overwhelmed, and the end result is just pure handmade luxury! Would love to see a video of your craft room. Much love to you
Thank you so much Lennie!! I have included a bit of my craft room at the end of this video - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-ufzFcCUZIyc.html
Thank you really much for this video. To day I feel a Little bit depressed, It enbrighted my day a Little. Now, I don't knowif Is the case but I want to suggest this Idea the same... How about filming a video about TIPS and trick to be more organized in working on a junk journal? I am kinda a messy Person, It would be interesting to try to be as organized as you are during the crafting. Have a nice day Natasa and stay safe
I just found ALL our 2 daughter's baby pictures, school work, report cards, etc. This will be a perfect and quick way to surprise them for the holiday...Hopefully this year!
I want to thank you for your wonderful videos. During this time of great stress in our world, I find your videos a peaceful escape from the worries of the world. Thank you for your inspiration and tranquility during this time 🥰
Love this idea. You are beyond a doubt, the most informative person I watch on u-tube. You give all the details and don't hold anything back. I love watching your channel. TFS
As usual another beautiful project.Shall definately be making some of these.Thinking of you in Victoria at this time,please stay safe.Kind thoughts from N.S.W.
Natasa, this is so sweet and relatively easy. Other than embossing lol. I appreciate the way you explain your process and the little tips you share. I've already got my envelopes chosen and ready to emboss. I also have a bunch of embellishments and ephemera all ready do go that I got from a lovely friend in Australia 😉. Thank you!
I have been making envelopes for about 30 years. I have many penpals. I use calendars, maps, heavier pages magazines. So now I am going to try this project.
I enjoyed the tutorial Natasa ❤️ Watching your creativity flow is inspiring. Thanks for all of the tips a alternative process suggestions. And thanks for leaving the little mishap and expertly correcting it on film. It's nice to know that even experts can make mistakes even after creating several of these adorable projects. Just relax and enjoy the process. Thanks for the gentle reminder. :) P.S. Yes, I'd like to try one.
Today I went back to this episode and made this journal. Now I am in the process of embellishing. The only thing I could t find was my single hole punch! This is a fun project. My sister is waiting for me to send her one. She is gathering things for me to use. 😂
Really like how your bits n pieces were prepared - made the journal take shape faster - still had plenty of explanation. Your lighting was find - Mother Nature is on your side. Thank you great job in teaching us different methods I assembling a journal 🌵🦋💖
I appreciate you not deleting your “mistakes’ from your videos. I place you so high on the crafting queen platform and it’s nice to see you make mistakes just like we do. It helps me deal with “the fear of art” that I struggle with. Your projects are always so clever and creative. Thanks for being you.
I love how resourceful you are 🥰 lovely job. thanks for leaving your oops moment in as I have lots if these and it's really good to see how to rectify xxx
I like the way you think - create. Making multiple things ahead certainly saves times when you sit down to create. I like this journal style. I think it's going to be one of my favourites! Keep doing what you're doing. You are a great inspiration.
Love this idea as soon as I get my hands on some thicker strength envelopes I will definitely make one of these, Love your channel can always count on you to inspire me. Thanks so much for sharing Please take care and be safe Hugs and Smiles
Thank you for a organized video! I know creativity is usually open and spontaneous, but it is aggravating watching some tutorials where there is no forethought and you have to move forward till something is accomplished and not repeated over and over!
Why is it called a signature? Just wondering. I am new to journaling and I love your videos! You are really a good teacher, I have already learned so much and you’re right I am looking at everything with inspiration! Hmm, what can I use this box for or wouldn’t that make a cute journal, lol I’ve already started repurposing lots of stuff and can’t wait to go to goodwill to see what they may have just waiting for me to buy and put in a journal lol! Thank you for so much inspiration!
And now I have to emboss and tea dye envelopes! My life is filling up with creating components. Hoping I can get about 10-15 journals done by Winter Solstice.
love the embellished envelopes - and dyes. I will definitely be doing that. love the simplicity and perfection in this journal. thanks again for your continued inspiration.
I just finished my first journal ever using this video. You made it so simple. I wanted to send you a picture but I don't see a way. It was very fun! It will be a gift for a 16 year old girl who is celebrating her birthday this weekend. Thank you again for your easy directions and sharing your techniques which kept me from having to learn by experience and from being frustrated! ❣
She was absolutely crazy about it! Her mom says she journals all the time and now wants to learn to make them, too! So I sent her a link to your video of how to make it. You may end up with a new subscriber! ❣
@TreasureBooks if I want to decorate the envelopes separately (I don't have an embosser, etc), do you have any videos showing how to decorate the envelope pages, please? TIA.
I really like it that you take a project from start to finish and show us every step along the way. You give us tips on using junk paper and using punches to create embellishments, and tips to make the project more effective (wait till the end before cutting the strings). I am new to your channel but I watched the one where you talked about yourself, and I could relate to a lot of your life. I'm happy I found your channel. I heard about you from Noit on NOIT ART.
I notice you using a Silent Setter. I have one too but am having trouble finding eyelets. Did you use something specific to the SS? Or do you use any eyelet? 3mm or what size? TIA
I love your channel! I’m brand new to journaling. What is the name of the embossing machine you use? Also, where can I buy the corner maker and rivet tool? Thank you
An excellent idea to make a quite journal. I will give it a try once a find some sturdy envelopes, most of mine are flimsy. Thank you so much for sharing!
I loved this project today and plan to make them. I just don't care to make the larger, thicker ones at this time. This is manageable and quite useful for many things, gifts as well.
This was fantastic! Ty💕 Leaving for our 3 week vacation to our cabin on the water , no wifi unplugging. - I’ll definitely be making one of these gems while I’m there xo
I loved this project. I colored my envelopes and then embossed them. What a disaster. The envelope was fused together and it was not a 3D folder. It cracked and ripped in places and I know that happens with the 3 D ones. I don’t know if there’s a secret to it. I tried several envelopes that weren’t colored in any way and the same thing happened. I was so disappointed. I guess I would have to make one without embossing.
this looks like a lot of fun! Another JJ type to put on my "to try" list :) I'm not at the point where I (can) do JJ in a batch but I'm keeping them so they act as prototypes for later. I try to have at least 1 thing new/different in each of them so they also act a reminders to myself as the possibilities really are endless!
There's no right or wrong way ,an really no one person Is perfect ,being perfect would mean life would be boring as you would have nothing more to learn as you would be perfect, Thags just how I see it ,be safe out there🤗
Just caught up with this - this is great - I’ve sent the link to the two older granddaughters as this would be deal for children to have a go at as so simple 😊 It will be my next project too 👍
For those who are wondering what in the world the hole punch tool thing is, it is an Awl Tool. It is used for leather. An inexpensive one on Amazon is about $6
What a lovely project, a great idea for making gifts for friends at Christmas and birthdays! I give little embellished bags with goodies in and now I know what else to add! Thank you so much Natassa, Tyfs
I think it’s important to let us see when things don’t go as planned. It helps us newbies when we undoubtedly have the same problem. This is a great and economical idea. I LOVE the closure idea. TFS
