How to Keep a Junk Journal for Beginners: Tips from Jennibellie

Ever made a super cute junk journal and then thought, “Uh… now what?” 🤔

Don’t worry, you’re not alone!

Today, we’re diving into some awesome tips from jennibellie on how to keep a junk journal for beginners.

Let’s get started!

What’s the Big Deal with Junk Journals Anyway?

Jennibellie kicks off by tackling a question she gets all the time:

“What do I do with all the junk journals that I make?

How do I fill them?”

Sound familiar?

Let’s see what she has to say!

Is Jennibellie the Ultimate Junk Journal Guru?

Here’s the scoop:

• Jennibellie admits she might not be the best person to answer this
• Why? She’s a hardcore journaler with tons of uses for journals
• But don’t worry, she’s still got some great advice for us! 🙌

What’s the Plan, Stan?

Jennibellie’s got a two-part strategy:

• This video: Focusing on what to do with junk journals you’ve already made
• Next video: Covering all the cool ways you can use journals

What Exactly Makes a Junk Journal “Junky”?

Jennibellie shows us some of her creations:

• Journals made from actual junk (how cool is that?)
• A remedies junk journal (sounds intriguing!)
• Journals with a vintage vibe

But here’s the twist – these aren’t exactly the “junk journals” most people think of!

Jennibellie’s Junk Journal Showcase

She gives us a peek at her journal shelves (total eye candy 😍):

• Journals made from leather swatches and recycled belts
• Tiny, adorable journals from scrap leather
• Journals crafted from greeting cards (super sturdy!)
• Even a journal made from an old shirt (talk about upcycling!)

The Million Dollar Question: Do You Have to Use Every Single Journal?

Here’s Jennibellie’s freeing advice:

• Give yourself permission to create journals without using them
• Think of it as crafting, not just journaling
• Don’t let the pressure to fill them stop you from creating

But What If You Actually Want to Use Your Junk Journals?

Jennibellie’s got your back:

• Stay tuned for next week’s video with tons of ideas
• Some of her tutorials include prompts to get you started
• Consider using them for display (yep, that still counts as using them!)
• Make them as gifts for friends and family
• Sell them if you’re feeling entrepreneurial

The Real Deal on Junk Journals

Jennibellie’s wisdom in a nutshell:

• You don’t need a reason or end goal for every journal
• Making them can be joy enough
• They can be practical or purely beautiful – it’s totally up to you!

Want More Junk Journal Goodness?

If you’re craving more creative inspiration:

• Subscribe to Jennibellie’s channel
• Hit that notification bell to catch all her videos
• Check out her Journal Workshops community for even more artsy fun

Let’s Talk About Junk Journal Types

Jennibellie shows us a bunch of different junk journals:

• One made from a leather swatch and a recycled belt
• A super cute tiny journal from scrap leather
• Journals made from greeting cards (with a tutorial from years ago!)
• A journal made from an old shirt, buttons, and scrap paper

What Makes These Different from “Regular” Junk Journals?

Jennibellie’s junk journals are a bit unique:

• They’re made from actual recycled materials
• Some are more art journals or fabric-covered journals
• She considers anything made from recycled stuff a “junk journal”

The Big Junk Journal Dilemma

Here’s the issue Jennibellie’s addressing:

• Some people feel stuck because they think they HAVE to use their journals
• They worry it’s a waste to create journals and not fill them
• This stops them from making journals in the first place

Jennibellie’s Liberating Message

Her advice is simple and freeing:

• Just make the journals!
• Give yourself permission to create without pressure
• Think of it as crafting, not just journaling
• If you fill them, great! If not, that’s okay too!

Cool Ideas for “Using” Your Junk Journals

If you want to feel like you’re using your journals:

• Display them in your studio or home
• Make them as gifts for friends and family
• Sell them to other journal enthusiasts
• Use them for art projects or scrapbooking

Jennibellie’s Personal Take

She shares her own experience:

• Not every journal she creates gets filled
• Sometimes she makes a journal and doesn’t want to “ruin” it with her handwriting
• That’s totally okay!

The Bottom Line on Junk Journaling

Jennibellie’s final thoughts:

• You don’t need a reason or end goal for every journal
• Creating can be joy enough
• Journals can be practical or purely decorative
• Do what makes you happy!

Ready for More Junk Journal Inspiration?

If you’re loving this junk journal journey:

• Subscribe to Jennibellie’s channel for more videos
• Check out her Journal Workshops community
• Stay tuned for next week’s video on filling journals

And there you have it, folks! Jennibellie’s given us the green light to create without pressure.

So go forth and junk journal to your heart’s content! 🎨✂️📓

Remember, it’s all about enjoying the process.

Don’t let the fear of not using your journals stop you from making them.

Create, craft, and have fun!

Happy junk journaling, everyone! 😊

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