Junk Journal With Me | Where I've been, creative pauses & starting a new journal

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  • @roseapple8786
    @roseapple8786 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love how you just put bits and pieces together on a page and make it look so grand. You are good. Thank you for sharing and God Bless.

  • @judiemjacobson4613
    @judiemjacobson4613 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    It was so serendipitous that you are doing this small version Journal because lately I've been making some journals that are 4x6 and I just love it. I also want you to know how much I love junk Journal July so I really do appreciate all the hard work it takes for you to do it. And of course it is always okay for all of you TH-camrs to take a Time out. Especially when you have a job in addition to doing the TH-cams. Just want you to know how very much it's appreciated

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aw thank you so much for your kind words :)

  • @EssieRuthMakes
    @EssieRuthMakes 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It’s so important for journalese and other creative content makers to have projects and spaces that are not for sharing. If we are only ever making with an eye to sharing it we end up censoring ourselves and losing our honesty and our creativity - it’s stifling, and both we and our work suffer.
    So glad you’re protecting that space for yourself ❤️💕

  • @alyndaw4934
    @alyndaw4934 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The use of stitching on the page edge really got me excited about trying. So clever 🥰 Your afghan is beautiful. I love all the colors. TFS 🌻

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's so fun to stitch along the edges of pages - you could try making pockets with it too :)

  • @leighcreates
    @leighcreates 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Meg, the little journal is lovely Meg, and as you mentioned, a few pages can be done in quick succession. I too was exhausted at the end of July but found that I missed the 'rush' of making a video every day and was twiddling my thumbs for the first few days of August. Lately I've been working on a mini art journal series which is very enjoyable, and as with your little journal, the pages come together quickly. Crochet is something I've never been able to conquer, apart from the standard squares, love your blanket, the colour combination is very pleasing. Cheers

  • @paulinestewart8188
    @paulinestewart8188 ปีที่แล้ว

    You've inspired me to get back and do more collage junk journaling Meg. I really like your choice of papers and flower embellishments that you work with. I've found a great old vintage book recently depicting 'flowers of Scotland' which I think will be great for my journals. Thanks for all your wonderful inspirations. Love from British Columbia, Canada

  • @DodgesAndDaisies
    @DodgesAndDaisies 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful pages, and I love the “what if” question and letting go of perfectionism.

  • @barbaranoble9748
    @barbaranoble9748 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Meg I have missed you so much and I am glad you are back! I love the new journal ! Welcome back! Tyfs!

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much!

  • @Hatter5150
    @Hatter5150 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Welcome back, Meg! I've kept junk journal July going and am in my third month. I showed up to the page every day for July and August but have slowed down for Sept. I used JJ January prompts for August and am now using a prompt list from Barbara at 49 Dragonflies. Showing up to the page most days is wonderful for me. I love using all my supplies and the practice is far less demanding for me than writing journal entries everyday. Plus, looking back over the month at my creations makes me so happy! So glad I participated with you in July 😊

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh wow that is dedication, well done! How fun!

  • @fleckolight
    @fleckolight 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lovely to see you back again Meg and to see you working in your journals again. After Junk Journal July I found myself overwhelmed by my scrap stash - so started collaging them onto cardboard cereal boxes to make make new pages for a gorgeous hand tooled leather little ring bound book that I brought years ago that's been sitting empty for decades. My idea was to use it for practising mixed media techniques and being the start of Spring here to carry that theme- so Ive just started that which is so exciting for me. I love how one project sews the seeds for the next.

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh that sounds wonderful! Seed sowing is always an exciting time of year.

  • @katrineleber7238
    @katrineleber7238 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your new little journal. I got really spoiled in junkjournaljuly. I loved it. I really enjoyed seeing what others were doing and the prompts really stretched me. I started my 2nd journal ever for JUNKJOURNAL September with Cassie at dust to ashes. I didn’t think I would make it until January. Lol. Thanks for this video, it’s such a treat. Hugs, treen 💕💕💕

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It was so fun and i'm already planning for January!

  • @elizabethk2009
    @elizabethk2009 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Welcome back! Love watching you have fun in your cute little art journal. I've been creating journals for an upcoming vendor blender. My favorite ones are 4"x5". I'm playing in one so customers get some ideas of what they can do in their new journal. Journaling along with you anytime is relaxing💖🌸

  • @jnordfors
    @jnordfors 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I finally made my first junk journal after watching TH-cam videos for all of quarantine. That is a really small journal! Cute.

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching!

  • @pattyweinberg7772
    @pattyweinberg7772 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I discover junk journal late in July from another TH-camr. Your videos were short and creative and it inspired me to try things I’ve never done before which prompted me to go back and watch the entire month and I hope you do junk journal January because I will definitely prepare and be there for the daily videos. Glad to have you back!

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much!! Yes it will be the 5th year of Junk Journal January so I will plan something exciting.

  • @petriekaspardlov7787
    @petriekaspardlov7787 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your journaling! I am working on four journals (for me & my sisters) we give each other harvest baskets and one of the items is always handmade 💕love your ideas , will incorporate into these journals 😊

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh that sounds SO cute!! What a wonderful memory to cherish.

  • @gloriawagner9405
    @gloriawagner9405 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sometimes we just need a break, then when we get back to it the creative process starts rolling again. I've been crocheting hats and booties to give away and paperclips for a swap group

  • @peggykolonko1006
    @peggykolonko1006 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a pleasant surprise...A Meg video!! Loved seeing you do your pages. I am working on an "Italy" journal, a nature lapbook journal, and doing a drawing a day to see if I can improve my skill at drawing...fun, fun, fun!

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sounds like lots of creative fun, Peggy!!

  • @Sheree-aka-SherryLynn
    @Sheree-aka-SherryLynn 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Still organizing my craft space after moving last year and finally being set free from long C***D!! Can’t wait to work on January’s and July’s prompts that I have saved 💕💕

  • @kathytrombetta3438
    @kathytrombetta3438 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I enjoy your JJJ challenges and thought that must take a lot out of you. Glad you took some time off and are back journaling.

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much! So glad you enjoyed the challenge!

  • @gladysward6969
    @gladysward6969 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good to have you back! My latest creative is a Kraft paper art journal. Only two pages done but I wait till inspiration hits before working in it. Taking a break from junk journals, but the next one will be a small one. See you again on TH-cam. 📕

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! Oh, I love working in kraft journals - using white pens in them is so fun. Happy journaling, Gladys!

  • @profdingles
    @profdingles 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You make art journalling seem so simple. I really love your journals!

  • @cathiespalding2083
    @cathiespalding2083 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I absolutely love watching you create!

  • @loreesmith5418
    @loreesmith5418 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Meg! Oh my gosh, I've recently said I'm developing the strongest skill of "covering it up"! LOL It's an art. :) You really reaffirmed what I've been trying to put into practice, so thank you! I love these pages you did. xoxo

  • @dionnekyle555
    @dionnekyle555 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yes to “it’s just fun for me”! I love your journaling. Thank you for sharing 💗

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching!

  • @lyndameckel3242
    @lyndameckel3242 ปีที่แล้ว

    MY daughter {teacher} and my granddaughter {student Jr. in HS} are traveling to several countries in Europe during spring break. I am making them each a travel journal to take with them to store memories and thoughts they might want to write down while traveling. t looks odd, but , I left several pages undone so they could do some pager their style or I'll do for them with what they bring back.

  • @lucyfanning7496
    @lucyfanning7496 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lovely to see you again. I participated in Junk Journal July and for the first time actually completed the challenge. I made a small journal for the project and found this less intimidating than my usual size. Inspired again by this video, so I am off to make another small journal. Thank you so much for sharing.

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yay!! Thanks so much

  • @joyhjpark1238
    @joyhjpark1238 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Welcome back Meg. I missed you and desperately waited for your new videos. 😊

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aw thank you so much :)

  • @DianaTrout
    @DianaTrout 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good to see you back. Your videos are very inspiring. Thanks!

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I appreciate that! Thanks Diana. :)

  • @tonyashatley5040
    @tonyashatley5040 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great to see you back! Your journal is too cute and your pages are beautiful as always!
    I have a journal made from a file folder. I do mostly art journaling however I do add some journaling here and there. Maybe on the back of a tag. I also have a tiny journal on a necklace but no journaling at all in that.

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much! that all sounds so fun!

  • @patsimmons3727
    @patsimmons3727 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your handwriting is lovely Meg.

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much :)

  • @maricontapangco6172
    @maricontapangco6172 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the close up photos of your journals (email) and I'm planning to use them as my prompts. 🙂

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ah glad you liked them!!

  • @forestofthings
    @forestofthings 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You were missed! But taking breaks is SO SO important and I'm happy you did it. I also have a TN covers, in both regular and passport sizes, but it is so difficult to journal (especially writing) in this small size. After watching your video, I will give it another try!

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aw thank you! Smaller is definitely a challenge but after using a few A6 journals it doesn't feel too much different. Definitely can be a challenge creatively though!

  • @pampusscat4513
    @pampusscat4513 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the video and welcome back. I enjoy doing journals via prompts rather than just putting papers down. However doing a journal passport size might be better so I could used up my scraps. Thanks again for sharing

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ah yes prompts are always a fun way to get started!

  • @nairafoganholi6563
    @nairafoganholi6563 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Meg! I missed your videos so much! I love you are back! Love your new journal! ♥️

  • @btracey
    @btracey 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am working on a Minecraft notebook for my grandson. Not my favorite but he will definitely enjoy it. 😊

  • @sarahmiller6183
    @sarahmiller6183 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love it! TFS I am a collage junk journaler. I saw your blanket you made, TFS

  • @hankejoosen4029
    @hankejoosen4029 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lovely pages 🤩🤩🤩. I’m mostly altering playing cards lately☺️

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Oh how fun!

  • @jmsl910
    @jmsl910 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    always good to hear from you & watch your process💕

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much! :)

  • @evelynhughes951
    @evelynhughes951 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lovely 💕

  • @nancynorris9822
    @nancynorris9822 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Adorable! TFS 🤗

  • @marmaz57
    @marmaz57 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Meg - I am always so inspired when I watch you create. This little passport size looks like fun! I have been making lots of cards lately. This little journal looks like a wonderful place to play!

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Journal cards are always so fun to make!

  • @chelliebarron2094
    @chelliebarron2094 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved your video today, and your discussion. Thanks

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed it! :)

  • @Rookiejournal_
    @Rookiejournal_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lovely video!! Thank you for this inspo! I dont have a sewing machine but I really wanna have some stitching on the journal so that hand stitching really gives me an idea!! I am working on a junk journal! Me and my pen pal are doing a junk journal swap for Christmas so I am so excited 😍😍❤️

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol I have a sewing machine but I'm not very good at it so that's why I stick to the hand sewing! A junk journal swap sounds so fun!

  • @leannearmstrong844
    @leannearmstrong844 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Super excited you back ❤

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for stopping by!

  • @EmmaDurrans
    @EmmaDurrans 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So happy to see you back. Loved your journal pages in this video. I’m still working on my junk journal July journal 😂 I’m determined to finish it though 😊

  • @MissCarol-gb3
    @MissCarol-gb3 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lovely

  • @helenjazz1301
    @helenjazz1301 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such a good size for me. I’ve tried bigger journals but struggle to fill them. I finished JJJuly which was extremely satisfying, and I love flicking through it for inspiration. So I’m def on board with this one and will be journalling along with you x (ps I’m also crocheting a snuggly stash buster lap blanket for winter!)

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yay! Aw thank you. Scrap buster blankets are the best - I made one for my cat recently and he loves to snuggle up with it.

  • @annwoleben5439
    @annwoleben5439 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I, too, took a break after completing my Junk July Journal. I've been taking a lot of time to prepare my flower garden for fall and I've been doing quite a bit of reading. So glad to see this video! You've inspired me to begin another journal - love this size - easier to "tackle."

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yay, i love small journals!

  • @lauradellepoirier8559
    @lauradellepoirier8559 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your creative process.

  • @tspacefullstop4161
    @tspacefullstop4161 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hellooo...great to see you again. Yes..hats off to the amazing amount of energy you put into JunkJOurnalJuly. I am currently doing a junkjournal swap..bit intimidating when doing one for someone else but a bit of thought and inspiration..we shall see how we go. I have few items that I wondered what I was thinking when I bought it...I don't use reds..I'll use any other colour but that...🐞🌹🥀

  • @memoryjournalsbyyvon
    @memoryjournalsbyyvon 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful pages 🤩, I'm working in my personal Junk Journal, decorating and journaling and make video's of that and I'm making a journal for a swap. So busy and fun 😍

    • @artavocadic4584
      @artavocadic4584 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hі. Sorry for the spam. I'm from Ukraine. I'm shooting a series of videos about how I journaling during the war. I really need your support. Try to see, maybe you will like)

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sounds wonderful!!

  • @Maggiesplace48
    @Maggiesplace48 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your Little Journal and pages tfs Mag...Kia Kaha... I am working on a Envelope Journal folder ...

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Envelope journal sounds so cool!

  • @smalefamily9806
    @smalefamily9806 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love seeing your new journal, such a nice size. You are going to laugh, I’m still busy with JJJ, i was travelling in July, so only started the prompts in August and is now September, but loving the process and prompts. I’m also crocheting a rainbow blanket, making a giant granny square. I do love the pattern of your blanket. Thank you for your inspiration.

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for watching - glad you're still enjoying the prompts at your own pace :)

  • @sheilacook1395
    @sheilacook1395 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lovely!!

  • @cheeckychicken
    @cheeckychicken 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've just got a passport sized journal so was interested to see how you created within the smaller space, I must look for your tutorial on how you made your small junk journal. Apart from my journaling i too am making a crochet blanket, i thought it was a good project for the autumn/winter.

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Have fun with your passport journal!!

  • @MeredithHenning
    @MeredithHenning 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such a cute little journal!! Glad to see you back here, thanks so much for sharing xo

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much! 😊

  • @happycraftycat145
    @happycraftycat145 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    IM WITH YOU I HAVE JJ AND ART JOURNALS. I MAKE THEM FOR THE SOL PURPOSE FOR ART. I MAY WRITE A QUOTE OR SENTIMENT. IM NOT THE JOURNALING TYPE.

  • @lisamorgan6433
    @lisamorgan6433 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've been working on some flip flop journals (inspired by Leslie @ 507 willow house journals) my creativity at the moment is making the journal but not creating in them myself idk 😐 hopefully I'm able to get back into mine but for now being able to make something for someone else is so fun and I rather enjoy it
    Thanks for sharing ☺️

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh flip flop journals, that sounds fun, I'll have to check it out!!

    • @lisamorgan6433
      @lisamorgan6433 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@megjournals for sure give it a whirl it's so fun and they turn out amazing

  • @samanthasweetlove3471
    @samanthasweetlove3471 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lovely to see your new journal Meg. I’ve finished my first Junk Journal, that’s not a challenge, I’ve been cross stitching, scrapbooking, and about to start setting up next years BuJo

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Samantha - ooo new planner season is always so exciting!

    • @samanthasweetlove3471
      @samanthasweetlove3471 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@megjournals I was very lucky and my hubby bought me a limited edition Moleskine notebook. I’m setting it up very carefully x

  • @lniino25
    @lniino25 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Welcome back!! Look forward in your videos. Do you have a shop. I like grid paper notebook you use.

    • @caroleveseaman6210
      @caroleveseaman6210 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I was also wondering about that grid paper pad. Meg if you could give us a link please

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much! I don't have a shop - the grid pad is really random, I picked it up at a supermarket in the UK, Sainsburys!

    • @megjournals
      @megjournals  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I picked it up at Sainsburys, a supermarket here in the UK, so I'm not sure it's available online!

  • @matildaenlund6679
    @matildaenlund6679 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    😍

  • @judiemjacobson4613
    @judiemjacobson4613 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I call my little journals La Petite journals