My sister in law passed away unexpectedly in February. She was months away from retirement. I had no idea she was collecting paper, ephemera, stamps, inks, old books, documents to start into junk journaling and book making. I discovered many treasure troves of just those things. So in her honor I am making a journal in which I memorialize her life. She has always been a terrific artist in any medium. I hope I can suitably honor her. She was such a true friend and a better sister than my own. It has been difficult because we have to go through all her stuff and decide if the objects go to family, garbage or Good Will. We are on a deadline so it all has to be sorted and assigned to one of the categories. That’s how I found her treasures. ,
Andrea, I had such a sister-in-law--a most beautiful woman that recognized value in things and collected on many fronts... she had a great eye and, best of all, she was tireless in following through on her creative ideas. She died a hard death from a relentless disease but kept her joi de vivre to the very end. I was reminded again, reading your post, to honor her again. Rock on.
My neighbor’s were in their 90’s and after they passed away their daughter came to get the house ready for sale. She told me to take whatever I wanted when she left and that the house would not go on the market for a while. I had a couple months to go through the garage. It was amazing! I took two boxes of magazines from the 1940’s and 50’s that have been endlessly entertaining and so fun to junk journal and decopauge with. I took old stamps, postcards, antique books, and an amazing collection of vintage Christmas cards from the 40’s, 50’s and 60’s. There were old letters, ration cards from the war, photographs and vintage children’s books. It has been ephemera heaven! Unfortunately I am a very busy teacher and do not have time to put it all to good use. I got it all organized and now I can’t wait to retire and play!
My junk journal tip: when friends go on vacation I ask them to save me things that they would normally throw away like tickets or brochures just little paper things. I’ve gotten stuff from Thailand Switzerland and Turkey places that I will never be able to go to.
@suzanne Ardiff, such a great idea, maybe when COVID is done and dusted I can do the same, I have been indoors for so long now, I’ve forgotten what my street looks like, let alone any where else, I think I need a pen pal.. Thank you xx🧡😁
I know what you mean. Several years ago my sister went to France. I ask her to bring me back a newspaper. I love that paper and I’ve sorta been hoarding it. I really need to use it because it’s getting old and the paper is a little fragile.
I may or may not be currently using a brand of tissues that I don't really like because the pattern on the box is SO GREAT and I want it for pockets and tabs in my journal.... 😂😂😂
We could be sisters. I often buy products I don't like just for the packaging. I hear you on the tissue front, I thought I was the only one ,bought one like sand paper but oh the box great graphics.I buy Trader Joe chocolate bars for the great graphics. That's my story and I'm sticking to it. My husband is afraid to toss out packaging, hey I need that.
@@conniedoiron5111 I've always been a sucker for great packaging too. I can't help it. =( I will even buy something I KNOW I have no intentions of using...just because their packaging is so great. It becomes a decorative item...and that's good enough for me.
Too funny..I ordered take out from a restaurant before only because they had really nice take out paper bags with handles and their name printed on it was in gorgeous bold black letters😂😂
I use the local library for printing images and I can just use their computers. The computers are free to use and the prints are a few cents each. I also like it because they have a laser printer and it is much better than any home inkjet printer.
Libraries ALWAYS get magazines and books that are donated. You can sometimes get it for free. They also have several different newspapers that they will give you for free. How do I know? #Assistantlibrarian
I just moved a pile of my completed journals from my craft room into my bedroom closet ( bad move) because I was being crowded out by them. I have already done the craft show circuit and a youtube channel ( on another topic) and am over selling my stuff. I also found that my creativity changes when I know I will be selling the item. I really just enjoy making journals. I have already gifted all my family and friends with journals :) I minimalized everything in my house...except my craft room. I clean it out all the time but I turn around and then its just plain full again. ( darn thrift stores, antique shops and garage sales with their amazing deals) I cleaned it out yesterday and it still feels cramped. Sometimes I watch a hoarder video and that motivates me to get rid of even more stuff :) I know I will never look at them in my bedroom closet so I will move them into the living room coffee table, its an old trunk. I can occasionally look at them here and show folks when they come by to visit . Eventually they will find homes :) I gifted one to a silent auction to raise money for struggling girls and also gave one to a grieving neighbor. I feel the journals find their special owners. Oh, and I am putting myself on a shopping freeze to force me to use up what I have. What a relief! It's true...less is more. And remember, its only paper :)
when you say your over selling your stuff, do you mean that your not selling journals anymore? I personally have never sold any journals, I tend to enjoy making them and giving them away to friends and family.. I too am a collector of great ideas and items that might be used one day. I had a clean out a few months ago, and yet i still search the op shops for that " right" item .. lol
Have collected all this stuff (for collage) before I learned about junk journals--woo hoo! A few more suggestions: Calendars with beautiful images at 99 cent/Dollar stores. Garage sales--even cheaper than thrift stores. Even small towns have libraries & most have a Friends of the Library section where the books are CHEAP. People donate books & magazines & library resells them to buy more new books. Our small library gives the magazines away. (Just make sure you are not deconstructing a valuable first addition). Our library has "bag sales" for all the books you can cram in a bag for $3-5. Our used book store gives away books they don't want! Oh, most church rummage sales have great bargains.
Last weekend at a yard sale I found a 4” stack of love letters written in 1948 for $2.00!!! Written in fountain pen and held together by an old piece of lace. I was sooo excited and the seller told me her daughter said “Who would be interested in such a thing?” ME, that’s who! The daughter obviously never heard of junk journals. The seller knew someone would be interested. Also good stamps & postmarks on them. They were written by a man to his fiancée in the months leading up to their wedding. So sweet except when he had to get real with her about her wedding demands. Who knew bridezillas existed in 1948?
As a genealogist who has old letters from great aunts and uncles, dating back to the early to late 1940'2, I wish you had given them to the family. That's someone's history. That's someone's life that has been torn to bits. Somewhere someone wishes they had the letters you tore up.
I just went through my late fathers old medical records....some vintage paper, old file folders, lots of different types of paper pieces. A lot of pieces without writing which could be used for collage pieces. I know my husband thinks I am crazy and he is somewhere in the house shaking his head at my excitement 😆
Lovely, lovely, lovely! So lovely in fact I feel the urge to make my very first TH-cam comment! Thanks for all the tips! I´m in the middle of nowhere and have to turn to the internet a lot of times to get to stuff. Not that I mind the internet, but I do want to support the local shops as much as possible and keep an eagle eye on their stock. Most of them are also only too happy to special order stuff I want but then it´s usually in quite huge packs. And I am trying to keep my own stock down so I dont have to move to a bigger house just because of it. Only doing it for me, no gifting, no selling so I really can never use up a ton of stuff. Books from the fleamarkets - you can find incredible stuff in there. What I really came here to say is that Ive started to collect cardstock from the packets that the other stuff comes from to use as backing to the tags and whatnot Im making. Also the brown craftpaper people use as inside wrapping is fabuluous when you need something sturdier. And the plastic they put stamps, paper or ephemera in for shipping makes great storage for projects or can even be used as substitute glas in photoframes and such. I figure its safe to use with no acid and no sticking since they essentially keep their original use. Thank you, Nic! (Now I just need to figure out how to post this thing...)
I had 5 or so old calanders that I couldn't get rid of because of either the pictures, or the words of wisdom, so I cut them up to use in my lap book! I would have never thought of it without watching your channel. They're great because of all the different colors and now they're not just collecting dust anymore. Thank you Nik! 💕
I'm vibrating in place- finally someone who gets as excited as I do about old atlases, magazines, etc. I even love the smell of them!!! Oh and i get great joy cutting the tag off my mattresses and pillows, it is okay folks....
So many great ideas! My local library sells used books for ten cents! I’ve gotten huge old dictionaries, atlases and also those big old medical encyclopedia type books.nothing like getting 1000+ pages of awesome paper for a dime!
this whole junk journaling process has been tough for me especially since I grew up in the era where we respected books and defacing them was sacrilegious! 😱 I'm learning to let go but it's not easy for this old dog to learn new tricks 🐶
I totally understand. I suggest starting with used magazines or newspapers. Then later, go to a thrift store & look for an old paperback book. For hard bound books, old college books that are outdated are a good source. None of these things have much value. Leave all your good books on the bookshelf.
I absolutely cannot bring myself to tear apart and mutilate history. History is literally being rewritten as we speak, and so many of the books in this video are disappearing... never to return, and will be covered up by tacky collaging for the sake of junk journaling, with things that, in this case, I do not consider junk. Sorry, not sorry.
I'm so jealous of your amazing atlas find. "I'm gonna put up a pole." Hahahaha! I appreciate all the copyright info. And the graphics web sites. I didn't know about some of those. Thanks Nik. EDIT: I forgot to mention that I go to thrift shops or Goodwill and find clothes with beautiful fabrics and cut them up to use in journals or crafts. I found some beautiful sari tops at Goodwill one time. They have the most gorgeous trim and they are silk. There is such a problem with clothing being dumped in landfills and it takes up to 200 years for them to decompose, that cutting them up and using them for crafts is like recycling. Even clothes people donate end up going overseas and often end up in landfills anyway. So don't feel bad about cutting them up and using them in your crafts.
phennec yesterday I purchased 5 beautiful cotton lace blouses from Goodwill, several binders, paper lunch sacks, 8 or 10 great books, a huge bunch of file folders, a chenille baby quilt....etc. all for less than $50. If you have priced cotton lace by the yard, you know this was a great find. My Goodwill has half-price clothes on Sunday.
You are totally right! The only issue, the message: never throw something away! ;-) I have collected over years, now I am thinking of reducing it, but I am also active in doing journals for fun. This two goals does not fit together well :D
you remind me of an elementary/middle school teacher that makes kids like I was, the quiet, anxious, and awkward, feel at ease and safe. I absolutely love your energy, it's comforting. I know this is an older video, but it's the first one I've seen from you and just wanted to comment this. Excited to watch more of your videos!!
Hey Nik, I'm playing some of your videos while working on my projects and found this oldie but goodie. Fun! Years ago I used to get old "wallpaper books" that the paint stores throw out. I still get a lot of mileage out of them for various projects. When traveling I sometimes pick up a couple of the free brochures at the rest stops and ask for a paper menus at restaurants.
Thank you so much for all the good advice of where to find paper goods for cheaper for junk Journals because buying stuff for crafts can be pretty expensive
I'm new to the world of junk journaling, and have searched on youtube for a video that would explain everything you have talked about, because I know VERY little about digital kits and printing and how to go about all that, THANK YOU for this video, out of all the junk journaling video's I have seen everyone will say, buy my digital kits, but No one explains how to do any of that stuff, I just subscribed to your channel, Thank you for remembering a lot of us are New and not everyone is young and knows how to do everything with computers.
Oh my goodness my dear ! This is super informative for me on many levels I am so grateful 😊 I have not been catching videos you very often, but I love ❤️ your teachings and ideas. Thanks so much!
An outstanding work you do with your videos and all that others, you should have a medal for all this. I think it is very good that you put the links under the clip, where you easily find where you have your things that are for sale.
These are great ideas for resources. We have a main auction in town each week that sometimes has boxes of “junk” that go super cheap and are real treasures for junk journalists. People who are moving want to get rid of stuff, too. I don’t know if you have done a video about the different kinds of papers and weights and things like that, but I would love to know more about that. I love your videos! I love your designs! If I could sing I would sing your praises!😊
You go girl!!! You are on a roll... Love this video. Great info for any junk journal maker. More info please. You really need a museum for all the wonderful inspirational pieces that you have created.
Well...just when I think you’ve put up the best video, you do it again💕💕. I need your next video to be how you organize all things junk journaling!! PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE! Your room review is SO organized!
I haven't even watched video yet and I said to myself, " this is perfect". Thanks Nik. Happy Mother's Day. Take care and God bless. Sincerely Becky B from Arkansas
"I say tea stain it!" You are awesome Nik! I teach an environmental science course and am trying to figure out a way to get my students to make some kind of mini booklet or something like it from sources you mentioned. I think this will help them rethink resources and what is waste. Thanks for the inspiration!!
Thank you for taking the time to give us all this great information. It cleared up a few questions I had. I admire your ingenuity and the great things you come up with. It's really cool to watch you work not just on journals, but journal and book related things. Love your style. TFS. :)
I have no computer, so since I have begun junk journaling, it has been scrounging all the places. I have found amazing stuff, and it is part of the fun for me. Thanks for the info. Now I know I can load images to my phone or email and take them to get printed. I am excited for the sale or bid for these amazing items. I know it's a long shot, but I hope to snag something.
old board games and game pieces, parchment paper, puzzle pieces, old phone books , used stamps off of letters, rest areas have maps and brochures, old fabric and wallpaper sample books from home improvement stores
april drust Our local paint store saved 20 wallpaper books for me. FREE! Some really great paper. I was so excited that I squealed and my son told me he only gets that excited about one kind of paper.... money. Lol
Great video. I have a great tip for the paper bags. Want them to look like old leather? Wet them and scrunch them up (first tear them in to pieces) then tea stain or walnut stain them, let them dry then mod podge the papers down on what you want to use as the cover substrate. You can also ink them up or what ever you want. It's a really cool technique.
Thank you so much for all this information especially on the books..I have a book says copyright then dates ...all rights reserved nice to know I can use it..it has beautiful photos of some birds I want to use...great help thank you❣️
I get my groceries delivered from Walmart and they use really interesting packing material. I save it and cut it into sized pieces for books and other things. It is true that you actually get usable things in unusual places.
Only a minute in and I already feel like I’m doing something right since I’m currently in the process of recycling my paint swatches for journals! Can’t wait to see the rest of this 😊
I like the blind bid idea. It is so easy to miss out on something on Etsy if you are away from your computer for one minute. And me, I kind of like to be away from mine every now and then!
Thank you for sharing your time and expertise. You are super down to earth and don't make people feel that their work is not as worthy because it's not made out of designer materials. Thank you so much for that. Would it be possible for you to make a video about how to choose a home copier? The choices are overwhelming, and most of us have NO IDEA what to look for . TIA!!! LOVE YOUR CHANNEL!! Hugs from TEXAS!!🤗🤗
Hi Mari! I did do a video last year sometime and talked about that a bit...can't remember which one tho....I'm sure I'll talk about it again! But until then, really any of the newer model printers will be fine and will be able to print pretty much in a similar quality. But first, I would research reviews for what is most important to you, whether its ink consumption, ink cost, initial cost, print size, etc. and see which brand ticks more of the boxes important to you. =)
Thanks for all the great info! I have held back with a few book items because I was worried about the copyright issue. This helped a lot. I go to estate sales when possible and they almost pay you to take the books, magazines and old paper because these items are usually the ones that don't sell. I have gotten great old embellished clothing, lace, doilies, curtains, etc. this way also. I would vote for ebay because good healthy competition is always fun.
I am introducing my 10 yr old granddaughter to this delicious hobby! I advised her no limits, paper from anywhere is allowed. We’re starting with a composition book. I’m excited for her !!!
Thank you for sharing your ideas and tips, Nik. I remember your Deserted Island journal well, because it was what brought me out of my shell ;-) Anyway, as for other cheap junk journal ideas - in my late father's archive I have found lots of interesting stamp collecting bits and pieces (glassine bags, tiny "tucks" for stamps, sheets to display stamps in). Oh, and wallpaper!!
Thanks for the info Nik, especially about the copyright. That particular issue about using pages from books seems to be cropping up a lot. It's put my mind at ease lol. You're not a monster or heartless for getting rid of stuff you have no room for. You are giving people the chance to purchase gorgeous items 😊. I think Ebay is a good option. 😊
Thank you for the great tips. I would have loved to have owned the McGuffey reader, William was the brother and son of my ancestors. Looks like I have a goal for a book cover. 🙂
All really good info Nik, appreciate you sharing it. Love your atlas … it’s awesome !!! Great find for you. I think a blind auction could work for selling all your beautiful items. Good will stores are where I find a lot of my paper goods. ❤️
OMG I want all the things. I think EBay bidding is good. That way you don’t have to bother with ties and email and stuff. Just list it and wait. I know for a fact, there will be bidding wars. But I’m excited.
Nik!!! I would give my right hand (and I'm right handed lol) to own ANYTHING you've created...like seriously. This was a great video and full of helpful info, especially when it comes to copyright questions. I've had several people from my channel asking me about that and I will now direct them to this video 😊
I've been wanting to try junk journaling for a long time but haven't tried it because of having few materials and not knowing where to get more. This video was really helpful and got me to think and realize I have so many scraps at home that can be used. :)
Thank you so much Nik, that’s really really helpful and useful.....I really really love 💕 those items you are going to be selling, but living across the pond in the UK 🇬🇧 it is going to be out of my reach, as the posting from you to my would be very very expensive and I would also have to pay important tax, which is also very very expensive too......Good luck to all those people in the USA 🇺🇸 xxx Mags
I love that you recorded a "back to basics" for all of the new people that want to jump in, but are confused. Good idea Nik. I think EBAY is way to go. But what about the HAND? THE HAND?
Such great ideas! Thanks for all the info on copyrights and free softwares for “tweaking images” Super cool. I’m putting in my one vote for EBay bidding!
Hi Nik! Garage sale, boot sale, flea market, your mum's or your great uncle's attic (with their permission, lol!), are also great places! Playing cards, the satin wrapping of some chocolate boxes or jewelry, .... so many possibilities!! Do you remember? .... now I'm gonna have the song in my head for the rest of the day! THANKS, Nik!! Marie (still from Belgium, lol!)
I didn't see anything to click for the poll... but I'd vote for eBay. My heart sank when I saw the blue journal... that has always been my favorite and what started me on my junk journal journey.
Hello Nik :) Nice video :) Thank you for the copyright chat, it was pretty informative :) Great info on printing outside the house, I didn't really know about some of that :) tfs, and Have an Outstanding day :) amy
Hi Nik! Absolutely loved your video, it was very funny and informative!! 😂😂 thanks for the info on copyright, very interesting! I think the blind auction would be fun! I often pop in to my local DIY store to pick up wallpaper samples...I’ve also heard of people getting hold of those big sample books that you used to see in the 70’s, but I’ve never been lucky enough to find one! Looking forward to your next video! 💕💕
That Atlas is so cool!!!!! I admit i have a charity shop in Dublin where i get great books at 3 for 1 euro(BARGAIN!) but i haven't seen one like that. As far as Poll is concerned, the best i think is Ebay. I think i need a destash too :/ i have craft supplies more than twice my weight and volume in my room(they should be paying rent!lol)
HAHA!! Yeah catching a man.....love it! I think the blind bid is best. Avoiding fees and making it fairer for those of us living abroad who miss all the journal listings lol. Hugs
I wondered what chipboard was, it’s cardboard here and I thought you were talking about MDF, now I know. American and English language is so different in many ways. Lol
Adelia Hammond lol chipboard And cardboard aren’t the same. Haven’t you noticed on the back of school journals it has that stuff brown backing that has like colorful little chips of color weaved in? Cardboard is the brown stuff boxes are made of
Hello Nik, Thank you for so much useful information, which triggered further useful responses from your subscribers. I agree with those who said we should have respect for anyone's personal artwork. We should all have a conscience about stealing someone's original work. After all, nowadays there is so much free stuff and inspiration available to us from many, many resources. Some of which you demonstrated in this video. I think eBay would be the best solution for people wanting to buy the items you are kindly donating, and the easiest way for you to upload them. I know you won't need it, but I wish you luck anyway, and hope you make lots of money for your charity. Elaine
I have a couple of other "touchy" companies to add to the list. First off Walt Disney. Lot's of WD fabrics have the disclaimer that you can't resell but can use for personal use. The same for professional sports teams and organizations . (NFL, NBA, NHL etc.) Most maker/craft/artisan shops won't sell any fabric items with a logo on it from Disney or any sports team. There are people hired to search the web for keywords in titles and listings that reference items with their logo. I think you will get a slap on the hand for the first offense but they will send the nasty letter. They will try to have you banned from selling on online platforms. I think that doesn't mean you couldn't put a page of the Little Mermaid in your Mermaid journal, but don't list it or try to sell it as a Disney Journal or a Little Mermaid Journal. They don't want your representing their company in your work, it looks like an endorsement. So you have to be smart. You can use a page or random image from a book under the law (see comment by lawyer ), however you need to list your journal as Princess Journal, Mermaid Journal, Football journal etc. Don't mention the company in the listing, and for heaven's sake if the company says you can't use it in any item you sell, then don't do it, it's not worth it. (There should be terms somewhere on product you buy) There are so many gorgeous images and ephemera out there, you don't have to use copyrighted items. If a family member wants a journal with WD princesses or NFL teams, do it, it's a gift and personal use but they have built an empire on their company and if they are protecting it, let them. One more tip, for more information about this issue you can go on Etsy (even if you aren't a seller) and look at the blog and the forums and search for this topic. There are some really useful threads that flush this out in detail. Scroll to the bottom of the Etsy home page for those links.
Thanks for these ideas! Another use for giant books: My husband and I have some encyclopedia-sized textbooks, out of date, and I use them when I paint or glue small stuff. I place my work on a clean page, and, at the point where, you know, paint and glue is all around where you're working and you move it and it gets stuck or painted in the wrong place, I just turn the page and have a clean surface. I think when the copyright in a book says not to use the material, I believe they mean the text as text and not the actual pages. ???
My sister in law passed away unexpectedly in February. She was months away from retirement. I had no idea she was collecting paper, ephemera, stamps, inks, old books, documents to start into junk journaling and book making. I discovered many treasure troves of just those things. So in her honor I am making a journal in which I memorialize her life. She has always been a terrific artist in any medium. I hope I can suitably honor her. She was such a true friend and a better sister than my own. It has been difficult because we have to go through all her stuff and decide if the objects go to family, garbage or Good Will. We are on a deadline so it all has to be sorted and assigned to one of the categories. That’s how I found her treasures.
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I am so sorry for your loss, Andrea. Your memorial journal sounds like wonderful idea! =)
Andrea, I had such a sister-in-law--a most beautiful woman that recognized value in things and collected on many fronts... she had a great eye and, best of all, she was tireless in following through on her creative ideas. She died a hard death from a relentless disease but kept her joi de vivre to the very end. I was reminded again, reading your post, to honor her again. Rock on.
I’m sorry for your loss, Andrea. What a wonderful tribute to your sister that journal will be!
What a beautiful tribute to her! 😭
Andrea, I think that is such a wonderful and loving idea! I have no doubt that she would be so pleased and honored!
My neighbor’s were in their 90’s and after they passed away their daughter came to get the house ready for sale. She told me to take whatever I wanted when she left and that the house would not go on the market for a while. I had a couple months to go through the garage. It was amazing! I took two boxes of magazines from the 1940’s and 50’s that have been endlessly entertaining and so fun to junk journal and decopauge with. I took old stamps, postcards, antique books, and an amazing collection of vintage Christmas cards from the 40’s, 50’s and 60’s. There were old letters, ration cards from the war, photographs and vintage children’s books. It has been ephemera heaven! Unfortunately I am a very busy teacher and do not have time to put it all to good use. I got it all organized and now I can’t wait to retire and play!
You have a whole summer off!
Plan on it for 2021!
Lucky you!!! 💝
As sad as it is that she died lucky you.
I dream of a situation similar (without the death!), and am happy for you!
My junk journal tip: when friends go on vacation I ask them to save me things that they would normally throw away like tickets or brochures just little paper things. I’ve gotten stuff from Thailand Switzerland and Turkey places that I will never be able to go to.
Thats a great idea....!
@suzanne Ardiff, such a great idea, maybe when COVID is done and dusted I can do the same, I have been indoors for so long now, I’ve forgotten what my street looks like, let alone any where else, I think I need a pen pal.. Thank you xx🧡😁
I know what you mean. Several years ago
my sister went to France. I ask her to bring me back a newspaper. I love that paper and I’ve sorta been hoarding it. I really need to use it because it’s getting old and the paper is a little fragile.
Why can't you go?
@@coybi probably because it’s expensive to travel especially if you live far away (I’m just guessing that that’s why)
Thank you for clearing up my confusion on the Copyright law! I've been really concerned about my junk journaling.
I may or may not be currently using a brand of tissues that I don't really like because the pattern on the box is SO GREAT and I want it for pockets and tabs in my journal.... 😂😂😂
We could be sisters. I often buy products I don't like just for the packaging. I hear you on the tissue front, I thought I was the only one ,bought one like sand paper but oh the box great graphics.I buy Trader Joe chocolate bars for the great graphics. That's my story and I'm sticking to it. My husband is afraid to toss out packaging, hey I need that.
@@conniedoiron5111
I've always been a sucker for great packaging too. I can't help it. =( I will even buy something I KNOW I have no intentions of using...just because their packaging is so great. It becomes a decorative item...and that's good enough for me.
I've done this. I kept a tissue box because I like the picture or pattern on it. Tabs are a great idea. I didn't think of that.
Too funny..I ordered take out from a restaurant before only because they had really nice take out paper bags with handles and their name printed on it was in gorgeous bold black letters😂😂
I may or may not have bought crappy dog treats for my dogs because the package had a Siberian husky on it. I have three huskies......
My husband thinks I’m nuts when I pick up office supplies at garage sales or estate sales. And now I’m on a mission for old maps.
I hear ya. I love them!!!
I use the local library for printing images and I can just use their computers. The computers are free to use and the prints are a few cents each. I also like it because they have a laser printer and it is much better than any home inkjet printer.
This is a really a great idea!! Thanks for sharing.
Libraries ALWAYS get magazines and books that are donated. You can sometimes get it for free. They also have several different newspapers that they will give you for free. How do I know? #Assistantlibrarian
I don’t think you’re heartless for getting rid of things you don’t have room for. I would LOVE a chance to own anything you made. 😁💜👍🏻
I just moved a pile of my completed journals from my craft room into my bedroom closet ( bad move) because I was being crowded out by them. I have already done the craft show circuit and a youtube channel ( on another topic) and am over selling my stuff. I also found that my creativity changes when I know I will be selling the item. I really just enjoy making journals. I have already gifted all my family and friends with journals :) I minimalized everything in my house...except my craft room. I clean it out all the time but I turn around and then its just plain full again. ( darn thrift stores, antique shops and garage sales with their amazing deals) I cleaned it out yesterday and it still feels cramped. Sometimes I watch a hoarder video and that motivates me to get rid of even more stuff :) I know I will never look at them in my bedroom closet so I will move them into the living room coffee table, its an old trunk. I can occasionally look at them here and show folks when they come by to visit . Eventually they will find homes :) I gifted one to a silent auction to raise money for struggling girls and also gave one to a grieving neighbor. I feel the journals find their special owners. Oh, and I am putting myself on a shopping freeze to force me to use up what I have. What a relief! It's true...less is more. And remember, its only paper :)
when you say your over selling your stuff, do you mean that your not selling journals anymore? I personally have never sold any journals, I tend to enjoy making them and giving them away to friends and family.. I too am a collector of great ideas and items that might be used one day. I had a clean out a few months ago, and yet i still search the op shops for that " right" item .. lol
Pam your awesome and I love your channel !
I will just give you my address lol
Have collected all this stuff (for collage) before I learned about junk journals--woo hoo! A few more suggestions: Calendars with beautiful images at 99 cent/Dollar stores. Garage sales--even cheaper than thrift stores. Even small towns have libraries & most have a Friends of the Library section where the books are CHEAP. People donate books & magazines & library resells them to buy more new books. Our small library gives the magazines away. (Just make sure you are not deconstructing a valuable first addition). Our library has "bag sales" for all the books you can cram in a bag for $3-5. Our used book store gives away books they don't want! Oh, most church rummage sales have great bargains.
TY Nik!
Same here, my collection was huge before I discovered junk journals!
Some libraries even give calandar away that people from the community donates to share.
YES! I got some really pretty sunset calendars that were a year old (at the time of purchase) I still use them to this day!
You are hysterical. Thanks for the laughs, AND the great information, very appreciated. Entertainment and education are a great mix.
Last weekend at a yard sale I found a 4” stack of love letters written in 1948 for $2.00!!! Written in fountain pen and held together by an old piece of lace. I was sooo excited and the seller told me her daughter said “Who would be interested in such a thing?” ME, that’s who! The daughter obviously never heard of junk journals. The seller knew someone would be interested. Also good stamps & postmarks on them. They were written by a man to his fiancée in the months leading up to their wedding. So sweet except when he had to get real with her about her wedding demands. Who knew bridezillas existed in 1948?
Great find!
@@partialartsblackbelt8384 love your name!
@@user-on7zd8yi8g thanks! It’s very fitting 😂 I rarely finish anything
As a genealogist who has old letters from great aunts and uncles, dating back to the early to late 1940'2, I wish you had given them to the family. That's someone's history. That's someone's life that has been torn to bits. Somewhere someone wishes they had the letters you tore up.
@@RachelLWolfe It was the family who sold them!
I just went through my late fathers old medical records....some vintage paper, old file folders, lots of different types of paper pieces. A lot of pieces without writing which could be used for collage pieces. I know my husband thinks I am crazy and he is somewhere in the house shaking his head at my excitement 😆
My husband calls it my "junk"!
I recently had a friend ask me, "So, you make garbage books?" Ha! Ha! The poor thing! She just doesn't get it.😉
Lovely, lovely, lovely! So lovely in fact I feel the urge to make my very first TH-cam comment! Thanks for all the tips! I´m in the middle of nowhere and have to turn to the internet a lot of times to get to stuff. Not that I mind the internet, but I do want to support the local shops as much as possible and keep an eagle eye on their stock. Most of them are also only too happy to special order stuff I want but then it´s usually in quite huge packs. And I am trying to keep my own stock down so I dont have to move to a bigger house just because of it. Only doing it for me, no gifting, no selling so I really can never use up a ton of stuff. Books from the fleamarkets - you can find incredible stuff in there. What I really came here to say is that Ive started to collect cardstock from the packets that the other stuff comes from to use as backing to the tags and whatnot Im making. Also the brown craftpaper people use as inside wrapping is fabuluous when you need something sturdier. And the plastic they put stamps, paper or ephemera in for shipping makes great storage for projects or can even be used as substitute glas in photoframes and such. I figure its safe to use with no acid and no sticking since they essentially keep their original use. Thank you, Nic! (Now I just need to figure out how to post this thing...)
I had 5 or so old calanders that I couldn't get rid of because of either the pictures, or the words of wisdom, so I cut them up to use in my lap book! I would have never thought of it without watching your channel. They're great because of all the different colors and now they're not just collecting dust anymore. Thank you Nik! 💕
I'm vibrating in place- finally someone who gets as excited as I do about old atlases, magazines, etc. I even love the smell of them!!! Oh and i get great joy cutting the tag off my mattresses and pillows, it is okay folks....
So many great ideas! My local library sells used books for ten cents! I’ve gotten huge old dictionaries, atlases and also those big old medical encyclopedia type books.nothing like getting 1000+ pages of awesome paper for a dime!
this whole junk journaling process has been tough for me especially since I grew up in the era where we respected books and defacing them was sacrilegious! 😱
I'm learning to let go but it's not easy for this old dog to learn new tricks 🐶
me too I buy old books to junk journal and I open them and am unable to rip the page out,
I totally understand. I suggest starting with used magazines or newspapers. Then later, go to a thrift store & look for an old paperback book. For hard bound books, old college books that are outdated are a good source. None of these things have much value. Leave all your good books on the bookshelf.
I absolutely cannot bring myself to tear apart and mutilate history. History is literally being rewritten as we speak, and so many of the books in this video are disappearing... never to return, and will be covered up by tacky collaging for the sake of junk journaling, with things that, in this case, I do not consider junk. Sorry, not sorry.
I'm so jealous of your amazing atlas find. "I'm gonna put up a pole." Hahahaha! I appreciate all the copyright info. And the graphics web sites. I didn't know about some of those. Thanks Nik.
EDIT: I forgot to mention that I go to thrift shops or Goodwill and find clothes with beautiful fabrics and cut them up to use in journals or crafts. I found some beautiful sari tops at Goodwill one time. They have the most gorgeous trim and they are silk. There is such a problem with clothing being dumped in landfills and it takes up to 200 years for them to decompose, that cutting them up and using them for crafts is like recycling. Even clothes people donate end up going overseas and often end up in landfills anyway. So don't feel bad about cutting them up and using them in your crafts.
phennec yesterday I purchased 5 beautiful cotton lace blouses from Goodwill, several binders, paper lunch sacks, 8 or 10 great books, a huge bunch of file folders, a chenille baby quilt....etc. all for less than $50. If you have priced cotton lace by the yard, you know this was a great find. My Goodwill has half-price clothes on Sunday.
That atlas from before World War 2 would be really interesting to look at the maps on, borders of countries
Thrift stores and eBay
You are totally right! The only issue, the message: never throw something away! ;-) I have collected over years, now I am thinking of reducing it, but I am also active in doing journals for fun. This two goals does not fit together well :D
you remind me of an elementary/middle school teacher that makes kids like I was, the quiet, anxious, and awkward, feel at ease and safe. I absolutely love your energy, it's comforting. I know this is an older video, but it's the first one I've seen from you and just wanted to comment this. Excited to watch more of your videos!!
Hey Nik, I'm playing some of your videos while working on my projects and found this oldie but goodie. Fun! Years ago I used to get old "wallpaper books" that the paint stores throw out. I still get a lot of mileage out of them for various projects. When traveling I sometimes pick up a couple of the free brochures at the rest stops and ask for a paper menus at restaurants.
Thank you so much for all the good advice of where to find paper goods for cheaper for junk Journals because buying stuff for crafts can be pretty expensive
I'm new to the world of junk journaling, and have searched on youtube for a video that would explain everything you have talked about, because I know VERY little about digital kits and printing and how to go about all that, THANK YOU for this video, out of all the junk journaling video's I have seen everyone will say, buy my digital kits, but No one explains how to do any of that stuff, I just subscribed to your channel, Thank you for remembering a lot of us are New and not everyone is young and knows how to do everything with computers.
Oh my goodness my dear ! This is super informative for me on many levels I am so grateful 😊
I have not been catching videos you very often, but I love ❤️ your teachings and ideas. Thanks so much!
Nik all of your projects are amazing. I love your creativity, energy, and instruction. I guess I just wanted to give you a big sincere “THANK YOU!”
.....and this is why my sewing room is jammed full of paper and cardboard, junk mail, packaging....🤣
You are not alone 😁
sisters unite!
Thank you for all the info. I have found my own treasure trove in my father's file cabinet and my mother's book hoard. More fun for me!
Love the 1960's magazine and Luckys market bag. I remember that market as a kid. great ideas! love your designs
So many wonderful ideas, thank you Nik and I love your classes! Pam :)
This was loaded with great info and saved me research. Yes, I have been ruminating on the copyright thing, so thank you.
An outstanding work you do with your videos and all that others, you should have a medal for all this.
I think it is very good that you put the links under the clip, where you easily find where you have your things that are for sale.
These are great ideas for resources. We have a main auction in town each week that sometimes has boxes of “junk” that go super cheap and are real treasures for junk journalists. People who are moving want to get rid of stuff, too. I don’t know if you have done a video about the different kinds of papers and weights and things like that, but I would love to know more about that. I love your videos! I love your designs! If I could sing I would sing your praises!😊
You go girl!!! You are on a roll...
Love this video. Great info for any junk journal maker. More info please. You really need a museum for all the wonderful inspirational pieces that you have created.
Well...just when I think you’ve put up the best video, you do it again💕💕. I need your next video to be how you organize all things junk journaling!! PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE! Your room review is SO organized!
I haven't even watched video yet and I said to myself, " this is perfect". Thanks Nik. Happy Mother's Day. Take care and God bless.
Sincerely Becky B from Arkansas
"I say tea stain it!" You are awesome Nik! I teach an environmental science course and am trying to figure out a way to get my students to make some kind of mini booklet or something like it from sources you mentioned. I think this will help them rethink resources and what is waste. Thanks for the inspiration!!
Thank you for taking the time to give us all this great information. It cleared up a few questions I had. I admire your ingenuity and the great things you come up with. It's really cool to watch you work not just on journals, but journal and book related things. Love your style. TFS. :)
I have no computer, so since I have begun junk journaling, it has been scrounging all the places. I have found amazing stuff, and it is part of the fun for me. Thanks for the info. Now I know I can load images to my phone or email and take them to get printed.
I am excited for the sale or bid for these amazing items. I know it's a long shot, but I hope to snag something.
You are so funny. I love how personable and conversational this is.
old board games and game pieces, parchment paper, puzzle pieces, old phone books , used stamps off of letters, rest areas have maps and brochures, old fabric and wallpaper sample books from home improvement stores
april drust Our local paint store saved 20 wallpaper books for me. FREE! Some really great paper. I was so excited that I squealed and my son told me he only gets that excited about one kind of paper.... money. Lol
Great video. I have a great tip for the paper bags. Want them to look like old leather? Wet them and scrunch them up (first tear them in to pieces) then tea stain or walnut stain them, let them dry then mod podge the papers down on what you want to use as the cover substrate. You can also ink them up or what ever you want. It's a really cool technique.
I LOVE ALL THE VIDEOS YOU HAVE DONE!!!
I will keep following you
Nik, thanks so much for all the great info on resources, especially the clarification on copyrighted materials!
Thank you so much for all this information especially on the books..I have a book says copyright then dates ...all rights reserved nice to know I can use it..it has beautiful photos of some birds I want to use...great help thank you❣️
Oh wow! Thanks for all of the tips and resources! Can’t wait to see your list of destash! ❤️ Nik, you are the best!
I get my groceries delivered from Walmart and they use really interesting packing material. I save it and cut it into sized pieces for books and other things. It is true that you actually get usable things in unusual places.
Only a minute in and I already feel like I’m doing something right since I’m currently in the process of recycling my paint swatches for journals! Can’t wait to see the rest of this 😊
I like the blind bid idea. It is so easy to miss out on something on Etsy if you are away from your computer for one minute. And me, I kind of like to be away from mine every now and then!
Thank you for sharing your time and expertise. You are super down to earth and don't make people feel that their work is not as worthy because it's not made out of designer materials. Thank you so much for that. Would it be possible for you to make a video about how to choose a home copier? The choices are overwhelming, and most of us have NO IDEA what to look for . TIA!!! LOVE YOUR CHANNEL!! Hugs from TEXAS!!🤗🤗
Hi Mari! I did do a video last year sometime and talked about that a bit...can't remember which one tho....I'm sure I'll talk about it again! But until then, really any of the newer model printers will be fine and will be able to print pretty much in a similar quality. But first, I would research reviews for what is most important to you, whether its ink consumption, ink cost, initial cost, print size, etc. and see which brand ticks more of the boxes important to you. =)
Thanks for all the great info! I have held back with a few book items because I was worried about the copyright issue. This helped a lot. I go to estate sales when possible and they almost pay you to take the books, magazines and old paper because these items are usually the ones that don't sell. I have gotten great old embellished clothing, lace, doilies, curtains, etc. this way also. I would vote for ebay because good healthy competition is always fun.
I am introducing my 10 yr old granddaughter to this delicious hobby! I advised her no limits, paper from anywhere is allowed. We’re starting with a composition book. I’m excited for her !!!
Lisa Morales oh no! Are her parents aware of this🥰
@@sherfalco537 ROFL!!
Thank you for giving me permission to continue with my various paper collecting! 😂👍🏼 Yard sales are a dream for finding these treasures!
You are the cutest! I adore your personality! Thanks for reminding us all to relax!
Thank you for sharing your ideas and tips, Nik. I remember your Deserted Island journal well, because it was what brought me out of my shell ;-) Anyway, as for other cheap junk journal ideas - in my late father's archive I have found lots of interesting stamp collecting bits and pieces (glassine bags, tiny "tucks" for stamps, sheets to display stamps in). Oh, and wallpaper!!
thank you for this video. I need the basics of junk journal making so loved this
Thanks for the info Nik, especially about the copyright. That particular issue about using pages from books seems to be cropping up a lot. It's put my mind at ease lol.
You're not a monster or heartless for getting rid of stuff you have no room for. You are giving people the chance to purchase gorgeous items 😊. I think Ebay is a good option. 😊
Excellent information! Loved this! First video of yours I watched. New subbie 🙂
Good information - thank you! I’m salivating over your Atlas. 🙂
Oh wow! That Atlas is beautiful. I would have a hard time gutting that but I am sure you will create something stunning with it.
Thanks for the copyright info! And all the information on free and cheap goodies.
First time I've watched your channel....I'll be back!!
Thank you for the great tips.
I would have loved to have owned the McGuffey reader, William was the brother and son of my ancestors.
Looks like I have a goal for a book cover. 🙂
Thanks for all the tips. Beautiful things you are purging.
All really good info Nik, appreciate you sharing it. Love your atlas … it’s awesome !!! Great find for you. I think a blind auction could work for selling all your beautiful items. Good will stores are where
I find a lot of my paper goods. ❤️
It's so good to hear from you! Great tips!
Loved the talking hands this evening (well it's 4 am here in Scotland). Ps soap boxes... Why do they stress us out when we get on them 😂 night y'all
nite nite Max! =)
Very enjoyable and very informative. Thank you for sharing your time.😊
Thank you for all the tips...
Junk journaling doesn't have to cost much....if we think outside the box...it can be totally free...
Love your content
OMG I want all the things. I think EBay bidding is good. That way you don’t have to bother with ties and email and stuff. Just list it and wait. I know for a fact, there will be bidding wars. But I’m excited.
I am just starting my junk Journaling journey, this has been really helpful, thanks you for the information!
How I missed your videos ❣The best teacher ❣TFS.
Nik!!! I would give my right hand (and I'm right handed lol) to own ANYTHING you've created...like seriously. This was a great video and full of helpful info, especially when it comes to copyright questions. I've had several people from my channel asking me about that and I will now direct them to this video 😊
hey missy! 😊💕 legal jargon is mind-numbing to say the least, so I muddle through with layman's terms and backward terminology! 😵😄
Thank you for speaking about the copyright. It seems some go a bit crazy about it. Love this video!
I laughed a little when you showed the coupon to save 6 cents...Great ideas and info!! Thank you for sharing!
I go to Lowes and I get paint chips, and I use them for my crafts. Journals, ATC's , 4x4's etc....
Nik, you are amazing. Love all your suggestions!
I've been wanting to try junk journaling for a long time but haven't tried it because of having few materials and not knowing where to get more. This video was really helpful and got me to think and realize I have so many scraps at home that can be used. :)
Thank you so much Nik, that’s really really helpful and useful.....I really really love 💕 those items you are going to be selling, but living across the pond in the UK 🇬🇧 it is going to be out of my reach, as the posting from you to my would be very very expensive and I would also have to pay important tax, which is also very very expensive too......Good luck to all those people in the USA 🇺🇸 xxx Mags
I like the eBay idea for the beautiful items. I think that is the easiest way for you. Thanks for sharing your wonderful ideas!
Thank you for all the tips and info! 🙂 oh and....I do love your humor 😁...
I love that you recorded a "back to basics" for all of the new people that want to jump in, but are confused. Good idea Nik. I think EBAY is way to go. But what about the HAND? THE HAND?
Such great ideas! Thanks for all the info on copyrights and free softwares for “tweaking images” Super cool. I’m putting in my one vote for EBay bidding!
Hi Nik! Garage sale, boot sale, flea market, your mum's or your great uncle's attic (with their permission, lol!), are also great places! Playing cards, the satin wrapping of some chocolate boxes or jewelry, .... so many possibilities!! Do you remember? .... now I'm gonna have the song in my head for the rest of the day! THANKS, Nik!! Marie (still from Belgium, lol!)
I didn't see anything to click for the poll... but I'd vote for eBay. My heart sank when I saw the blue journal... that has always been my favorite and what started me on my junk journal journey.
Hello Nik :) Nice video :) Thank you for the copyright chat, it was pretty informative :) Great info on printing outside the house, I didn't really know about some of that :) tfs, and Have an Outstanding day :) amy
Hi Nik! Absolutely loved your video, it was very funny and informative!! 😂😂 thanks for the info on copyright, very interesting! I think the blind auction would be fun! I often pop in to my local DIY store to pick up wallpaper samples...I’ve also heard of people getting hold of those big sample books that you used to see in the 70’s, but I’ve never been lucky enough to find one! Looking forward to your next video! 💕💕
Omg this was the perfect video that I needed to see at this time!!! This has been my #1 block in creating is lack of supply, thank you
i'm using the transparent "paper" used to separate slices of ham :-P
Thank you for all this inspiration! greetings from Barcelona.
That Atlas is so cool!!!!! I admit i have a charity shop in Dublin where i get great books at 3 for 1 euro(BARGAIN!) but i haven't seen one like that. As far as Poll is concerned, the best i think is Ebay. I think i need a destash too :/ i have craft supplies more than twice my weight and volume in my room(they should be paying rent!lol)
I've wanted to try making a junk journal. I wasn't sure if I would be good at it or if I can find cool things so thank you for this video!
Coupon for 6 cents! Wow. Now I can buy that Mercedes I’ve had my eye on....😆
The entire video is fun and informative.... but my mostest favoritess part of it is the 6 cent coupon. Oh my oh my oh my.
HAHA!! Yeah catching a man.....love it! I think the blind bid is best. Avoiding fees and making it fairer for those of us living abroad who miss all the journal listings lol. Hugs
Awesome video with so much information for me who is only just now interested in this type of thing.
What a gem this video is. Thanks for the inspiration and greetings from Germany
Looking forward to the next video! Ty Nik. ❤️🥰🇨🇦❤️
I wondered what chipboard was, it’s cardboard here and I thought you were talking about MDF, now I know. American and English language is so different in many ways. Lol
Adelia Hammond lol chipboard And cardboard aren’t the same. Haven’t you noticed on the back of school journals it has that stuff brown backing that has like colorful little chips of color weaved in? Cardboard is the brown stuff boxes are made of
Hello Nik,
Thank you for so much useful information, which triggered further useful responses from your subscribers.
I agree with those who said we should have respect for anyone's personal artwork. We should all have a conscience about stealing someone's original work. After all, nowadays there is so much free stuff and inspiration available to us from many, many resources. Some of which you demonstrated in this video.
I think eBay would be the best solution for people wanting to buy the items you are kindly donating, and the easiest way for you to upload them. I know you won't need it, but I wish you luck anyway, and hope you make lots of money for your charity. Elaine
such awesome ideas!!! and would love having a chance to get something from you!!
I have a couple of other "touchy" companies to add to the list. First off Walt Disney. Lot's of WD fabrics have the disclaimer that you can't resell but can use for personal use. The same for professional sports teams and organizations . (NFL, NBA, NHL etc.) Most maker/craft/artisan shops won't sell any fabric items with a logo on it from Disney or any sports team. There are people hired to search the web for keywords in titles and listings that reference items with their logo. I think you will get a slap on the hand for the first offense but they will send the nasty letter. They will try to have you banned from selling on online platforms. I think that doesn't mean you couldn't put a page of the Little Mermaid in your Mermaid journal, but don't list it or try to sell it as a Disney Journal or a Little Mermaid Journal. They don't want your representing their company in your work, it looks like an endorsement. So you have to be smart. You can use a page or random image from a book under the law (see comment by lawyer ), however you need to list your journal as Princess Journal, Mermaid Journal, Football journal etc. Don't mention the company in the listing, and for heaven's sake if the company says you can't use it in any item you sell, then don't do it, it's not worth it. (There should be terms somewhere on product you buy) There are so many gorgeous images and ephemera out there, you don't have to use copyrighted items. If a family member wants a journal with WD princesses or NFL teams, do it, it's a gift and personal use but they have built an empire on their company and if they are protecting it, let them. One more tip, for more information about this issue you can go on Etsy (even if you aren't a seller) and look at the blog and the forums and search for this topic. There are some really useful threads that flush this out in detail. Scroll to the bottom of the Etsy home page for those links.
House Mouse is another company that is very protective of its copyrighted images.
Thanks for these ideas! Another use for giant books: My husband and I have some encyclopedia-sized textbooks, out of date, and I use them when I paint or glue small stuff. I place my work on a clean page, and, at the point where, you know, paint and glue is all around where you're working and you move it and it gets stuck or painted in the wrong place, I just turn the page and have a clean surface.
I think when the copyright in a book says not to use the material, I believe they mean the text as text and not the actual pages. ???