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  • @sharonfimpel7447
    @sharonfimpel7447 9 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    1st thing. I like the sound of your voice. It is not irritating. 2. There are not any external noises. Like a dog barking, or child crying. You teach the lesson. You don't ramble. I subscribed. Thank you.

  • @zynzane9680
    @zynzane9680 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    OMG, the soundtrack over the sewing MONTAGE made me LOL! Love the hanging file idea. Your eco dyed pieces look perfect on there!

  • @tracygarvin2902
    @tracygarvin2902 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    What a fabulous reminder that not all projects have to be super fancy or decorated to the max… I love the simplicity but effective nature of this journal 😊

  • @sweetcurly28
    @sweetcurly28 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    Maybe make a box that’s open at one side to “hold” all the 12 journals? Keeping them all the way they were all year but a place for them to be. 😊

  • @theresewallentin2856
    @theresewallentin2856 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    Great idea making 12 journals for a year and then binding them into a big book and reuse the monthly journals. Love how your stitches made the veins of the leaves on the cover.

  • @NorthlightsStudio
    @NorthlightsStudio ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Walks up to stranger on the street and throws open my trench coat and begin gesturing inside “ want to buy a journal? Free scrap sampler to try it out, come on it’s only one, it’s not addictive at all! And my prices are the best” lol😂

    • @amivbg
      @amivbg 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      😂😂😂😂😂

    • @twofoursevenbeauty
      @twofoursevenbeauty 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      👍🏾

    • @yobyhenthorn7813
      @yobyhenthorn7813 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣

  • @cheryldimatteo9046
    @cheryldimatteo9046 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Honestly watching you is just as enjoyable as making a journal myself!!

  • @JanieAlcove9
    @JanieAlcove9 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Love these little journals and especially love the idea of binding them into one 12-month journal. Or, if you didn’t want to do 12 months, you could do the four seasons and decorate accordingly…..!!!

  • @susanhigginson3748
    @susanhigginson3748 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Love this idea for each woman in a small Bible study I’m involved in for prayer, notes,& personal reflections sections. Thank you for the idea.

  • @melissaoverland692
    @melissaoverland692 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Fabulous!!! I love the idea of JUNK JOURNAL PUSHER!!! 😂 YES!!! You make such great videos! Your method of recording when you are sewing is brilliant! Thank you for sharing your talents! I always leave your videos with such great ideas. AND your videos are never too long. 👍✌️❤️😊

  • @JannyHaak
    @JannyHaak ปีที่แล้ว +21

    What a fun idea to make 12 journals and then bind them all together at the end of the year. Love that! ❤

    • @Jackie_249
      @Jackie_249 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Bonjour! what a great idea you're giving me!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤thx💌🌺💖

  • @plauditecives
    @plauditecives หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks so much for not making the video long. I have to say I get somewhat discouraged when I am faced with a many-steps video. And using hanging folder paper is brilliant. People in my city often leave them out on the sidewalk (having obviously digitized their records) so I will definitely pick some up next time I see them.

  • @LedgerAndLace
    @LedgerAndLace ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Oooooh, that sewing on the leaf is AWESOME! I like how you've created a "base" journal that can be added to and expanded on. It also makes it so customizable. Also, you've answered the conundrum of what to do if you don't have Fabri-Whatever. Ha! 🙂

  • @francineh.7825
    @francineh.7825 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I agree, I really like the idea of doing 12 of them ahead of time and having a new journal each month. Looks like I'll be busy 🌞

  • @nancarson514
    @nancarson514 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great idea 12 journals. WooHoo a new crime mystery coming soon.

  • @triciat342
    @triciat342 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    ❤️ you are amazing company to watch Nik.Its a privilege to be alongside you as you inspire teach and create in such a fun and smart way Thankyou from across in the UK x

  • @jam4441
    @jam4441 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Like the 12 journal idea to make into book later on. Thank you Nic for offering a simple project that is doable for this tired brain.

  • @annelenox4140
    @annelenox4140 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Your video editing always gives me a few giggles...thank you! Sorry you're having "that kind of a day"! Love ALL your creations!

  • @janetvisochi-baum7572
    @janetvisochi-baum7572 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    yes this has inspired me - after watching your eco-dyed videos - i got addicted lol - now have a box of probably over 200 prints - i love how you created the front cover and now would like to do this to hold - ummm i mean hoard 🤣my eco prints - and what a wonderful idea to include a little scrap pad if gifting - Nik thank you for all you do - your creations are encouraging as well as inspiring and i can't wait for your mystery video - i truly enjoy those - be well and stay safe xx

  • @tharp2499
    @tharp2499 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This "gateway" journal is so simple yet, so lovely. The stitching through the eco-dyed leaves is a really nice addition. Thx!💗Not to worry...I'm already an addict. You can't "push" the willing.😁
    Love and blessings.💜💜💜

  • @Sujowi
    @Sujowi ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love your diligence even when you “ can’t be bothered today”! Love this project.💕

  • @debbiebreen6276
    @debbiebreen6276 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love your ideas, very inspirational, the idea of combining all the months into a big journal is a wonderful idea.

  • @Cassiopeia52721
    @Cassiopeia52721 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I use a bottle of clear nail polish to seal my ends on bookmarkers or ties. I like the glossy look.

  • @cmarlow41
    @cmarlow41 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is the first video that makes me actually want to make a junk journal. Appears to be easy and useful. I will not search your videos for "scrap Sample(r)"

  • @christineschmidt1025
    @christineschmidt1025 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This was my favorite video so far. I’m wanting to get back into junk journaling again.

  • @patriciarinaldi9390
    @patriciarinaldi9390 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love that 12 month idea and then binding the year.

  • @anntowle1706
    @anntowle1706 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I enjoyed watching this today. I love the eco-printed paper, it's just beautiful.
    I ran across this video today and thought you might enjoy the Tudor-era paper making, printing, and bookbinding. Those segments are between approximately the 25 and 45-minute marks on the video.

  • @angelikagiam
    @angelikagiam ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Brilliant idea as always! I use alteredbooks cause I feel intimidated from the big, empty journals but with this idea i could make monthly, smaller journals and then put them all together as you said! Wonderful! Thank you so very much!
    Congratulations Nik! You deserve it! 💖

  • @Valeri4561
    @Valeri4561 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love the craft time mystery video's. Can't wait for that one. Also want to say even though you may not be a beginner as I am not, you can still be inspired and learn from others. for instance....I am working on a cute give-a-way for Halloween for a few of my friends and family. I was just this morning wondering how to do a quick and cool cover for it. While pondering, I decided to do my morning cruse on TH-cam. And.... this video really gave me an idea to use the file folder cover to place the Halloween front I just finished. Thanks for the inspiration and as previously mentioned, you can never think that you can't learn from a beginner's video if you are an experienced book maker. I just learned a lot!!! YAY!!! Thanks for the idea Nik!!!

  • @pamelaburke9250
    @pamelaburke9250 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Sweet! Love your echo dyed paper and the sewn leaf shape on the front cover. Also, I appreciate that you edit videos to under 30 minutes! Perfect for a morning coffee .

  • @anaschulz8084
    @anaschulz8084 ปีที่แล้ว

    You just read my mind about using up file folders that I have tons of and no longer need!

  • @sulyco4380
    @sulyco4380 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You always have great ideas . Mine don’t quite look as good as yours but I still enjoy making them ❤

  • @jhowell1321
    @jhowell1321 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I've decided to do art/junk journaling to go with the poetry I write (spurred on by a local women's empowerment art exhibit coming up soon!). So I landed here and am learning so much watching your process...and very entertained by commentary like "reeked of effort" and the Wagner 😅
    I am not, I repeat, I am not a visual artist really, but have done some easy crafting and really enjoy it. Thank you for the learning and inspiration!

  • @courtfonge
    @courtfonge ปีที่แล้ว

    I literally shot a bit of apple sauce out of my nose at the “Yikes”! Was not expecting that HAHAH

  • @marymogckmishmashmary
    @marymogckmishmashmary ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Perfect timing for my weekend project for gifts❣️

  • @scrappycavie5151
    @scrappycavie5151 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great idea! That would make the perfect gift for someone. Quick, Easy, Nice, and hopefully inspire someone to be a "Junk Journal Junkie" LOL

  • @smchalk3535
    @smchalk3535 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I made a scrap sampler!! I used it up. I may make another one. Love how beautifully simple this is

  • @mitzieat307junkjournals4
    @mitzieat307junkjournals4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    What a wonderful idea as a gift. I love that cover! ❤ Thank you all you do and thank you for sharing. 💕🥰💕

  • @kokicherkovalieva1522
    @kokicherkovalieva1522 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I enjoy watching your videos, Nik!

  • @lisagreen3778
    @lisagreen3778 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Really like this…and your handmade paper on the cover and inside is gorgeous…a perfect pairing with the tea-dyed papers!

  • @reeree6682
    @reeree6682 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great idea for all!

  • @richardfinney5081
    @richardfinney5081 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lynn here on my Hubby's phone mines playing up 😏 , I'm a fairly new subscriber and boy I'm glad I found you , I love how you do things a little faster than most , I've been watching people do this kind of thing for quite a while now but I've never got on with making one , I've done book covers and fabric books , with pockets through out to put your collected bit in , but not a journal as such , I'm just finishing a cover in Kaffes fabric , in blues I'm loving how that's turning out , I'm really liking textile art in my old age I'm 57, wish I'd been into it earlier , but I spent a lot of time with my mum and in the seventies where we live in Yorkshire England, it wasn't consider Ed a job , anyway I'm taking up your time I'll let you go 😊, keep the videos coming I'm loving them , sending hugs from England stay safe x

  • @sandraterwilliger4879
    @sandraterwilliger4879 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your precision in all of your works! The best!

  • @johnibrazzell764
    @johnibrazzell764 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Super cool stuff! Looking forward to the next mystery. Lyfs. Be safe

  • @bhanani5480
    @bhanani5480 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This whole video was AWESOME, I made my very my own JJ (but standard TN size) from my hoarding clearing up and it turned pretty cool. I love the ideas in this video and I'm gonna have a go at making some tea stained paper for my next journal 👍🥰

  • @ultraviolet13881
    @ultraviolet13881 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love the journal! Your idea to make 12 is awesome, too, and I was thinking that it would be a lot of fun decorating each one according to the seasons. TFS :)

  • @annaengberg
    @annaengberg ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Gorgeous journal! Perfect as a gift. :) Thank you for the inspiration! These papers, the eco dyed, they are fab!
    Looking forward to the next video! :)

  • @deneanefrost3891
    @deneanefrost3891 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Love the idea of the file folder and such a quick gift. I need to dye some paper

  • @allisonjames2923
    @allisonjames2923 ปีที่แล้ว

    I do enjoy watching a crafty person who creates lovely things & also tosses in the word ‘plethora’ as well 😁

  • @chrisrasmussen4612
    @chrisrasmussen4612 ปีที่แล้ว

    Tell me about being a JJ pusher, I am so hooked after watching your videos and another bunch of videos from years ago, and I have been so hooked, it is like a drug. So thanks for that, but seriously, I love your ideas and your videos. Thank you for sharing!😁

  • @tiantuatara
    @tiantuatara 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love your "extras" and "unnecessaries" as they are cool ideas and inspiration for creativity. Very fun!

  • @lori88ish
    @lori88ish ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Your eco prints are gorgeous, and the sewing the leaf pattern was an epic idea that I think I will use. The idea of making 12 so you have one for each month is fabulous idea too. Mostly I love the inspiration you always provide Nik Take Care Hugs and Smiles

  • @secondhandrose6214
    @secondhandrose6214 ปีที่แล้ว

    oh you.... you did it again I literally have to make a gift for tomorrow.... and I'm a last minute kinda gal.... now I know exactly what I'm making ! Yay !

  • @MsWolvirene
    @MsWolvirene ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Exactly what I was looking for ..just something easy and fast to make for a few gifts for friends...thank you

  • @rebecahoffman9181
    @rebecahoffman9181 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ohh my God.
    Just the video I was look for.
    The music in the background was funny 🤣

  • @MeMawsPlace332
    @MeMawsPlace332 ปีที่แล้ว

    Girl 😆 your montage music 😂😂😂 I couldn't lol cause hubby was asleep but 😂😂😂

  • @jazzie2023
    @jazzie2023 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love the montage when you were sewing made me laugh I needed that today rough day today but I'm ok. Just wanted to say that you put a smile on my face

    • @NiktheBooksmith
      @NiktheBooksmith  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks, Jazzie, I'm happy to hear it was a bright spot in your day. I hope today is a better one! =)

  • @maineiacts
    @maineiacts ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Nik!!! 🤗👍😚 !! I So ENJOY Your Videos!!!!! You Always make me laugh and inspire me!! THANK YOU!! Virtual Hugs!!! Have a Super Week!!! 🙋🏻‍♀️📚- Mindi =)

  • @tricias1
    @tricias1 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Nik!!! My green file folders just arrived today from Amazon! I was just trying to figure out what to make for Christmas gifts for friends! You've read my mind !! ❤️

  • @sharonnickerson2391
    @sharonnickerson2391 ปีที่แล้ว

    junk journal pusher! LOL! always enjoy your videos!!

  • @sensualnina83
    @sensualnina83 ปีที่แล้ว

    Omg...your vibe I'm this video so perfectly matched exactly how I feel today and you are hilarious 😂 I appreciate the simplicity of this journal and also how real you are because sometimes we just can't be bothered with thr tough stuff that day!!! Blessings!

  • @cityluxesingapore
    @cityluxesingapore ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is an awesome video! You have great ideas all the time, and I enjoy watching you create.

  • @LamiaFox
    @LamiaFox ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Nik! Thanks again for a great video. What an amazing idea to use this as a year long journal! I’m thinking it would be great to make it with an elastic to hold the pages in so they can be swapped out easily. I think I would also make a master binder, as it were, to put all of the individual journals into as well.

  • @janice2992
    @janice2992 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Junk art and junk journals is the best use of our resources and talents we should have far more compatitions. For real junk crafting. Our innovations should be celebrated more. Thank you for sharing your process of your junk journals

  • @lacycrowe7342
    @lacycrowe7342 หลายเดือนก่อน

    ❤ the eco dyed pages.

  • @margavanderwel1485
    @margavanderwel1485 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love to hear you talk and see you work, as always a great idea, thnx for sharing, be safe and enjoy your weekend, 😘 luv ya

  • @KimberlyInSoCal310
    @KimberlyInSoCal310 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is just a lovely journal, and the scrap sampler is as well! You have such great ideas all the time. Love your channel and watching you create!

  • @alicecosta1157
    @alicecosta1157 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Loved it, great gift idea for my Grandies, I think anyway

  • @caroltanzi29
    @caroltanzi29 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nikki: a real creative easy project. Like it a lot! Carol from California

  • @laurasanchez2389
    @laurasanchez2389 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Simply wonderful!!! 🌹

  • @irismeckel-fladerer1805
    @irismeckel-fladerer1805 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It's a super idea. Greetings from West Germany. ❤

  • @heatherreid9787
    @heatherreid9787 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, really clear instructions and some great ideas, I have been journaling for a while but have never tried making my own, this looks like something I can do. I love the inside covers too, a lovely journal.

  • @heavendesigns4544
    @heavendesigns4544 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your style and personality. always make me laugh. The simplicity of this project really struck a chord with me, thanks for the inspiration yet again. have you ever done a video on how you actually do your videos or what apps you use etc. Would love to pick your brain. Keep on giving us your wonderful humour and insights they are invaluable.

  • @lisasexton7997
    @lisasexton7997 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic. I’d also a note with a link to this video, so they’d see how easy it is to construct. And, maybe a couple videos giving ideas on layouts for pages.
    Great video!!

  • @alidaesparragoza6848
    @alidaesparragoza6848 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks from Margarita Island Venezuela

  • @janetbennell9855
    @janetbennell9855 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Such a fabulous idea. I've made a few journals, but your video is so clear and helpful. Easy to watch and listen to. thank you.

  • @KimGibsonfiberlover
    @KimGibsonfiberlover ปีที่แล้ว

    You know I learn something every time I watch you! You are amazingly talented, and I appreciate your hard work and sharing.

  • @jodiecleman1344
    @jodiecleman1344 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have news for you . You are one of my junk journal pushers. I have several you guys have me hooked.

  • @MariaRomero-qc1hn
    @MariaRomero-qc1hn หลายเดือนก่อน

    I like the idea of your journal easy & unique thanks for sharing lots of blessings

  • @conniehintz5959
    @conniehintz5959 ปีที่แล้ว

    Making 12 at a time sounds great thanks

  • @randigerber1926
    @randigerber1926 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Dear Nik,
    Apologies, as I didn't watch this in its entirety yet, but wanted to comment about the cover image you used.
    I recently learned about Dorland's Wax, which can be rubbed onto paper (particularly water-colored images!) to give it a water-resistant coating,
    As soon as you brought out the page, I immediately thought of that ... coating it for durability, before sewing on.
    You're always a treat to watch!
    Again, I send this with the best of intentions, just wanting to share a tip that I only learned of recently, after years of paper crafting and making bookies ...
    😺

  • @RebelSol67
    @RebelSol67 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love this. Missed you :) Need to get back into journal making

  • @catheyboocat-design7175
    @catheyboocat-design7175 ปีที่แล้ว

    So many great and amazing ideas. As usual, ALWAYS ALWAYS LOVE YOUR VIDEOS ❤️❤️ Video can never be too long ❣️

  • @christinecaronnabeard1369
    @christinecaronnabeard1369 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love this, thank you, Nik!

  • @juliannearlene7244
    @juliannearlene7244 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Such clear and simple insructions.Thanks!

  • @judyandersen3842
    @judyandersen3842 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are awesome!great journal and great ideas! 🤗

  • @cris-amv
    @cris-amv ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful and great give idea. I’m thinking of doing a bunch of these as Christmas presents. Will see how many of my friends and family I’ll hook into junk journaling 😅

  • @IrishAnnie
    @IrishAnnie ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow! My mind is racing. You have given me great inspiration for these junk journals. I cannot wait to get busy!!! Thank you so much!!!! ❤❤❤. Note: I have ordered great media for junk journals from TEMU really cheap and free shipping….(not paid to say this by the way.) Got a great pack today that is great looking.

  • @user-fl3oq3iw8g
    @user-fl3oq3iw8g 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm not sure how I missed this a year ago but it was a pleasure to watch today. I love the audio! Your work always calms me and sparks ideas. Thank you so much! Keep up the good work, Nik 🙂

  • @microdot153
    @microdot153 ปีที่แล้ว

    THANK YOU THANK YOU. Such wonderful ideas and can't wait to dive in and do this. Your explanations are wonderful, very easy to follow. Thank you !!

  • @pamelasertich9850
    @pamelasertich9850 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well, I guess you will be my Junk Journal Pusher. You just enabled me big time. I have always loved the process of book making but really never had the confidence to make one like this. Thank you so much! I'll be back!

  • @BizzymomStudio
    @BizzymomStudio ปีที่แล้ว

    Haha… “ a lot of them hanging around” 😂

  • @AlexisQuednau
    @AlexisQuednau 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love the idea of a scrap sampler as accompanying gift. I’m totally going to do that as part of a custom journal I’m making for a friend. Thanks for sharing!

  • @lillyr437
    @lillyr437 ปีที่แล้ว

    Like always it was a pleasure watching your video. Great ideas!

  • @fluffyspit
    @fluffyspit ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love your creativity, inspiration and humour…thank you,x

  • @mombolala
    @mombolala ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes Yes Yes! Just what I needed thank you!

  • @ramonakearns2101
    @ramonakearns2101 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Loved this video
    You kept it simple yet interesting.

  • @KYATKAT
    @KYATKAT ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a wonderful .. Idea for having one a month.. I also love to give handmade gifts and this is a nice gift for someone.. Thanks for your explanations. on certain parts of the process .. it was so very helpful.. have a lovely weekend 💖

  • @lorraineperry621
    @lorraineperry621 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful and funny, thanks for the laughs and ideas 😊

  • @amherst88
    @amherst88 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ride of the Valkyries? Love your sense of humor Nik ❤