Accordion Journal from Window Envelopes: Surprising Amount of Writing Space, plus helpful tips

This accordion journal is made from six window envelopes. I used wallpaper, spackle/sculpturing paste, lace, cloth tape, paint chips, envelope off-cuts, die cuts, stamping, stenciling, and other typically used techniques and items to create a journal that is elegant with a vintage travel & correspondence theme. Let me know in the comments if you think I achieved my goal.
This journal has a surprising amount of journaling space-555.125 square inches or the equivalent of 12 8x5.5 inch size pages.
In the video, I also show how to decorate plain cloth tape with ink and stamping for a decorative trim or as I used it here, to bind the envelopes together. I suggest other materials to use as binding options.
If you're interested in other ideas for using up window envelopes, check my playlist Making Ephemera from Junk Mail Envelopes • Making Ephemera from J...
The accordion journal by Barbara of 49dragonflies that I referenced in the video is linked here: Accordion Tag Junk Journal Flip Through • Accordion Tag Junk Jou...
As I mentioned in the video, please let me know in the comments if you would be interested in my making a video about how to make handmade paper. I have an Arnold Grummer Papermaking Kit that I can demonstrate using.
Thanks so much for watching. Wishing you much joy in your paper crafting adventures.

[@vickilee6335]

Yes, I'm interested in a paper making video. I've purchased the supplies to do it and have gathered up scraps. I just haven't done it yet! hahaha

[@lindaspaperworks]

Hi Vicki. I certainly understand that "I just haven't done it yet." It can seem daunting, but it's really not hard. I haven't made very much paper myself, but I do like the result. Maybe making a video will help me get into making more. Thank you for your interest and for stopping by.

[@wandawalters3516]

Very imaginative! I love your design. It does look elegant!

[@lindaspaperworks]

Thank you, Wanda. I appreciate your visiting and leaving your sweet comment.

[@crotwell2]

Couldn’t sleep…so I saw your video and LOVED it! Really like the cloth tape to hold the envelopes together. Subscribed to your channel. So happy to come across your video.😊

[@lindaspaperworks]

@@crotwell2 Hi Lila. Sorry you were having trouble sleeping, but I’m happy you spent the time with me. Thank you for your kind words and for subscribing.

[@lyndarandall211]

Love the idea of the paper and cloth tape. Heaven knows I have enough ink pads and stamps to go hog wild. 🤣🤣🤣 Fantastic idea to use the in between pieces of napkins. Also gives a nice texture. This is a beautiful journal. Thank you for the video. 🤗🌹

[@lindaspaperworks]

Hi Lynda. LOL about going wild with the stamp pads and stamps. It really is fun to make the tape. Thank you so much for your kind words. I'm glad you like the journal and got some inspiration. You're welcome; my pleasure to share.

[@teresazuehls783]

I love your accordion envelope journal. How many envelopes did you use? I also love how you stamped on the cloth tape. TFS❤

[@lindaspaperworks]

Hi Teresa. Thank you, I'm happy that you like the journal. I used six envelopes, but you can use fewer or more, just depending on your preference. I thought six was just a good number. I did add in the tag page, so the journal actually has 14 pages. I hope you will have the fun of making one, too. Thanks for coming by and chatting.

[@vickyconerty8822]

I think you did a great job with your envelopes! It is definitely elegant as well. I would love to see you make handmade paper! I’ve always planned to make some.

[@lindaspaperworks]

Hi Vicky. Thank you for your comment. I'm glad you like the accordion book. Thanks for your vote about a papermaking video. I am planning how to make that video. It involves water and is a bit messy but so much fun.

[@patipitetti5124]

This is just awesome. I had fun making the envelope ephemera holder.❤❤❤

[@lindaspaperworks]

Hi Pat. Thank you so much. I'm glad you had fun making the envelope ephemera holder. Thanks for watching.

[@karenfrase9390]

Love what you did with the cloth tape. I also like the accordion book made with the envelopes. Very nice!

[@lindaspaperworks]

Thank you so much, Karen. I'm so glad that you like the journal and the cloth tape. Thanks for stopping by an leaving a comment.

[@donnaarsenoff8399]

I like this journal very much, and your decorations are very creative. ❤

[@lindaspaperworks]

Thank you so much, Donna. I'm glad you like them. Thank you for watching and for your comment.

[@GouldianStitchery]

So creative Linda!

[@lindaspaperworks]

@@GouldianStitchery Hi Rebecca. Thank you. I’m glad you like it. Hope all is well with you. Thanks for stopping by.

[@jjournaldiva]

Amazing

[@lindaspaperworks]

Aw, thank you so much. I'm glad you like it. Thank you for watching and leaving a comment.