HOW TO MAKE A JUNK JOURNAL WITH AN OLD BOOK | DIY Tutorial

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0:00 - intro
0:34 - supplies
3:47 - measuring for pages
6:55 - folding papers into signatures
9:33 - marking/punching sewing holes
11:35 - junk journal binding
18:55 - sewing in signatures
27:00 - DIY headbands
28:42 - fitting text block into cover
29:40 - cutting inside cover paper
31:37 - gluing text block to cover
36:19 - attaching inside cover papers
38:27 - outro

[@phoebea]

I recently got into junk journaling and watched tons of videos from different channels, but, your projects and videos are always the easiest to follow. Thank you for this video tutorial, it's extremely helpful for beginners like me.

[@kristenevans4557]

She’s the best, and I do mean best.

[@NiktheBooksmith]

awwwwwwww thanks guys! 😊

[@angelikagiam]

And not only as an artist!

[@renemarie6294]

Completely agree!!!

[@mermaid01]

Me too! This feels so achievable and uses all the craft stock that I have accumulated over the years - thank you!

[@susanjerrell9220]

This was THE most excellent detailed video on binding a junk journal I've seen. But of course, embellish and share with us. That's not boring!! Love ya, Nik!! ♥️ You really make books so neat and tidy and made to last.

[@JustJulesM]

I'm love the neat & tidy!!

[@sunshinegirl8214]

What an excellent video! Totally enjoyed the details. Thx!!

[@dawnc8755]

Great ideas here, even for seasoned book makers. I like how you put fewer pages into each signature, the headbands, using fabric in the spine, and your method to sew in signatures. Food for thought! So generous of you to share these concepts, thank you!

[@kayhammock]

Even your old people need this! This is so different from what I do. I've been making it more difficult for myself. Thanks for sharing!!

[@craftygrandma56]

I've watched and saved hundreds of so called altered book videos but I must say I always refer to yours. I love your sense of humor and your patience in explaining what you are doing. BTW all the other videos have been deleted and only yours are kept on hand for fast reference! What a relief it is to clean out the computer!!! You certainly should be called the queen of bookmaking

[@quilter1958]

I love this! Better to learn these techniques from a Booksmith than a Junk Journaler.

[@kathyphillips9482]

Wonderful instruction...... logical, neat (as always!), with your usual thoroughness in explaining each step as you work thru the process, and, of course, your reliably lovely results. (But, geez..... I really miss the squirrels!!!) I sincerely hope you are feeling well & enjoying lots of great, creative days as spring creeps ever so slowly closer. Take care, be blessed.... and thanks so much for sharing your awesome skills!

[@NiktheBooksmith]

Hi Kathy! The squirrels are there, I promise. If I get even the least bit overwhelmed/tired/stressed/hungry/frustrated/fill-in-the-blank, I drop like a stone. Its a balancing act, to be sure. Thank you for asking! =)

[@thesehandsart]

You are a wonderful teacher, I always learn something new from you.

[@susanmary4752]

Love this particular way of attaching the signatures. Thanks so much for the tutorial.

[@deeedwards8714]

We made this and we're so excited about getting all the signatures attached in the same day that we stayed up until 2:30 am! Ty, for making this look so easy!

[@sarahlongshore2605]

It would never be torture to watch you embellish it!!! I love this idea. I would !I've to make some journaling books for my daughters!!!!

[@onebyonehandicrafts1843]

Clear, concise, and educational - as usual! Thank you.

[@susanwylie9890]

You were my first teacher of JJ and got me addicted...so I’m watching again and see you’ve got a new technique or two which I like. Best tutorials as always!

[@ScissorsAndSmiles]

I’m not a ju jo novice anymore but I found this video extremely useful - refreshing the method. Thank you so much, Nik. My fingers are itching now to make one, too.

[@krissigallo7923]

Your work is always creative and professional at the same time! It's a great mix! Thank you

[@feyHiker]

I have been wanting to make a junk journal but all the videos I have seen just confused me. This is the best tutorial! I can't wait for my local librarys book sale! Thank you for this!

[@myotheraccountonothe]

I have been watching hundreds of videos on how to make a Junk Journal and have never seen such an easy explanation/tutorial on the method as yours. You have a new subbie 💕Thank you so much😌

[@NiktheBooksmith]

You are so welcome!

[@teri3240]

My favorite video on making a junk journal with an old book. Your style of teaching is so easy to follow. Thanks for sharing all your expertise with all of us Nik!

[@catherinecarey4897]

Excellent tutorial as ever. Love how meticulous you are, thanks Nik. x

[@sister_niches]

Thank you. I now see all the things I did wrong on my first junk journal. When I do my next one, this will help me tremendously.

[@janetvisochi-baum7572]

this was a wonderful tutorial Nik - very helpful and very enjoyable to watch - i learned so much just now - thank you and be well 🤗

[@theresewallentin2856]

Another home run by the master of bookbinding ⭐️ By the way your videos are never a torture, but educational as well as entertaining. Have a great weekend ☀️

[@amylewis8514]

I’ve been making junk journals for about a year now. I learned so much from your video. I was struggling with the number of signatures and using an odd number makes so much sense in making the math turn out right. Also I couldn’t figure out how to not have the stitching go through the spine. Thank you! Thank you!

[@Toto86grace]

You made that look so easy! Thank you!

[@barbararedmon]

This is one of the best illustrations I have ever seen to do a junk journal. I have been watching your channel for several years and love how detailed and precise you are. (Way better then I am) The piece if fabric and folder paper makes it so smooth and professional looking. I do have an old book cover I will be using soon to do this. Thank you so much this is amazing. As are you.

[@NiktheBooksmith]

Wow, thank you!

[@dianedizayee5211]

I appreciate these clear and concise directions with a great video. Thanks so much!!

[@scrappycavie5151]

I was so excited to see a video from you regarding Junk Journals. I have missed them! I have always thought that you had the best videos on how to make journals and your creativity/artistic ability to create an interesting/beautiful cover was so cool to watch and see! Yay for a new Junk Journal viedo from you -- hoping for more!!

[@SaltLifeGypsy68]

Impeccable stitching! I've gotta start using headers. They definitely make a difference.

[@karendananay6730]

Your junk journal is so much more professional, than a lot of other videos

[@JunkJournalideas]

loved the paperclip idea hugs Donna

[@nelsonshakespeare2881]

Love the review on this. I make several art journals, and then while I fill them... boom forgot how to make the basic book... again. 😊 I hope you are well and thank you for sharing.

[@deborahfanning3504]

I like your way of putting the signatures in so much better thanks for showing this tutorial!

[@barbarahutton3653]

You are so GOOD!! I FINALLY GOT BACK TO YOU. Everyone should watch!

[@JannyHaak]

Always good to see your process, Nik! And for me, you don't need to speed things up, I will gladly watch you do the whole thing in real time and listen to you chattering away! Just sayin'! ❤️

[@paulavasquez1588]

Been making books and working with paper for many years. This is a sweet video! I’m gonna try my first junk journal. Looks like I can use your video to create other kinds of books, too. A big THANK YOU.

[@kmrjdf]

I love how you break everything down to basic steps. I recently started using books instead of making my own covers and its another adventurer. As always thanks for the great video.

[@susanwylie9890]

I only use old book covers and try to theme my books in terms of topic and colours...adds to the fun!

[@tattoolane1]

I've learned so much from this video. I always struggled to sew in the signatures onto the actual spine. How much easier it will be to use a piece of fabric and card and sew it outside of the spine and then glue it in! Duuurrrr how stupid of me not to have thought of this before. Now hopefully I won't stab myself or swear half as much! Thanks Nik, loved this refresher video so much. You're a star! Xxxxxxxx

[@BonesAndButtons]

Aha! I need this video!

[@winterlude100]

Great video... newbies come in all forms...even those who have made a few journals and watched a million videos will learn from this :)

[@caitlinbeck7281]

I love the double-sided tape for the end papers! Lining these up is always such a challenge and this seems so helpful.

[@annevancingel8250]

Thanks for the detailed video with so many little tricks I didn't know, like the headbands and the paperclips. Looking forward to the next video

[@DarlingArts]

This is beautiful and up cycling. You can save and be creative at the same time. Thanks for sharing ☺️😊

[@sherryvanderpool4024]

I found the sewing in the signatures quite helpful

[@rhondaeaton4708]

Your videos are just a must for anyone needing instruction for junk journaling or any type of book making. So grateful!

[@Shannon5909]

Excellent demo of binding your pages into your book!

[@cristinashepard3166]

Fantastic video. One of the best. First time I really find a nice way to do a junk journal with a book cover. Fantastic, thank you!

[@lauramiller8175]

Great video! I love that you show alternatives to bookbinding specific bits such as ribbon end pieces etc. Thanks!

[@aptwalker2009]

Always such a pleasure to watch you work and to get refreshed on these basics. Thanks for sharing your time and expertise.

[@ebmoore9192]

I also like how neat & precise you are.

[@DeerheartStudioArts]

Looking at this vid for the 2nd time because it’s so good!🦌💌❤️📚

[@robinhaury9295]

You are such a wonderful teacher. Thank you.

[@barbaracheatham692]

Watching you bind this book is a beautiful thing.

[@shelleynobleart]

This is so fabulous, Nik!!! You are the best. The Smithiest of all possible Book Smiths!

[@bettymetz3746]

I have watched this video twice now and praying it has sunk into this 76 year old brain and I can do half as perfect a job as you did in this tutorial!!😀 blessings from Betty in Ohio.

[@powersandassoentdorothya8981]

💯❤💫Enjoyed, Have a great day 🙏💜🕯

[@robinleong8310]

Such fun, Julie ❤ The lace made it so unque!

[@VitalSigns777]

That was hilarious! Especially how the instructions go along seriously and instructional, then suddenly… One eternity later… You’re awesome!

[@DeerheartStudioArts]

Your vid are always superb! Even though I’ve made many books I always enjoy your vids and not only am inspired but learn more each time. Thanks so much!🦌💌❤️📚✌️

[@jjjoy7887]

This was like a trip down memory lane! Be well!

[@jbeannie90]

This is the first video I've seen on this channel and I have to say that your tutorial was absolutely amazing! Thus far I've been too intimidated to try book binding, but this detailed explanation now has me not only excited to try it, but the confidence to know that I can do it!! And I can't wait to watch more of your videos! Thank you Nik the Booksmith!

[@a_m-wy]

thank you Nik for all your videos they have been very informative and super fun!

[@marlenejones6266]

I will try again to sew my signatures in. I get it all wonky and the last stitch isn't tight enough. But I can't give up. I have 8 covers now to do and fill up. Thanks so much Nik. You are a wealth of info for these journals

[@ginette6896]

This is truly the best explanation on how to make a junk journal using an old book I've ever watched. Thank you sooooo much! You are the best!!!

[@mymusic316]

I don’t do this craft specifically BUT I do scrapbook type projects. Just happened to see this pop up and curiosity landed me here! Occasionally my mind wondered how publishers made books before all the modern equipment was available. This was fascinating! And so much detail! I may go try to make one now…just to see if I can! Mine might have plain white sections (or whatever she calls them). This is sooooo cool!

[@martiseelye6443]

Wow, thank you, Nik! I have been wanting to do a spine like this but couldn't wrap my brain around how to do it. Thanks for figuring it out for me. 🤔

[@Hollis_Creative_Corner]

The fact you did this in ONE video! subbed 😊

[@Hollis_Creative_Corner]

omg and you do true crime?! WIN

[@deborahamstead731]

This is just what I needed! Thank you!

[@valeriehayne]

Am I gonna watch another of your junk journal videos even though I've watched all of them? Absolutely yes.

[@moon-ud8tq]

Carefully, neatly done and it was fun watching.

[@JustJulesM]

Good teaching and beautifully added signatures! Thanks for sharing your good techniques.

[@charlotteknox8100]

Cool looking journal. Thanks for being so kind by sharing your talent with us.

[@kathleenhansenownerofkamah9064]

Just love everything you do. So thorough, thank you.

[@francineh.7825]

This was calming to watch...which I needed during these troubling times.

[@michelleanne9530]

So many great tips in this vid! Thank you, Nik.

[@vividlyonpaper]

Hi Nik thank you so much for redoing this video! I love your JJ and your tutorials for these old book covers. Helped me so much. 🦋💜

[@hilkom2]

Thank you for being so descriptive in each step. It really helps for new crafters like me!! 🙏

[@mzo707x]

This was such a wonderful wonderful clear concise demonstration. Thank you🎉

[@sygarris1]

Love this video. I had no idea how to do a hidden spine. I feel like I can tackle it now. I love how you go over the basics from glue to special projects.

[@beckyb4074]

I actually have 2 of those vintage treasures scrapbook paper pads, inspired by the altering a composition notebook from one of your videos. Loved the paper you used to alter the notebook so much, that I had to have it. You are a wealth of information and ideas. God bless you and yours. Sincerely Becky B from Arkansas

[@NiktheBooksmith]

🤗

[@nancarson514]

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!!!! Very clear and easy to follow directions. Short, detailed and to the point.

[@lilmissmonsterrr]

The best explanation ever. Thanks for this. I always love your junk journal videos 💜

[@nancywalter7555]

This is the best book binding video. Well paced.

[@Jeannette.akaJnett]

You do such beautiful work. Love watching your progress through each project you do. Easy and understandable for each of us.

[@collettekunkler7211]

Love always going back to the basics! The paper clips what a great idea! 🥰

[@debbiemartin9005]

Oh. My. WORD! The world just opened up to me, and I’m fascinated and SO GRATEFUL! Now I want to make one for my granddaughter! Thank you so much!! 🥰🥰🥳

[@renemarie6294]

I sure wish I would have saw this when I 1st started Junk Journals a few months ago. I've had the worst luck with the 12 page signatures & 5 hole stitch. This video just made sense . I have PPMS and I Sometimes I get Issues with my cognitive skills. But now I won't be so intimidated and can go crazy making junk journals. Thank you so Very much and have a happy day❣️🙂

[@craftycleggscreations]

An absolutely brilliant video for a beginner like myself. Thank you so much, really helpful.

[@keeperofwords2348]

Thank you. Love the paper clip too. Looking forward to part 2

[@roxstar3726]

I love this book! Great tutorial! It looks awesome! TFS.

[@shellylaw4]

Thank you so much for such a detailed video! Very helpful!

[@marleneabbot7708]

Nik, you are So generous in sharing your amazing talent and skills . Thank you 😘

[@riaparry7429]

This tutorial is absolutely fantastic. I feel like I am back at the beginning when I first started following you, learning from you and marvelling at your fabulous junk journals. Thank you Nik. 😉

[@asajarl5519]

Thank you Nik! Love your tutorials💕

[@lynneaberr1878]

Thank you! Extremely detailed and informative! TFS

[@memma22309]

You do beautiful work! Thank you for sharing your amazing talents!

[@debrasteen8508]

Thank you so much for this tutorial.

[@sharonlocke9096]

Just got this in my feed 😊 Have never ever heard of junk journals. 🤔😢

[@NiktheBooksmith]

Oh Sharon, this could be a whole, new world! They are a lot of fun to make and people love to get them as gifts. They make excellent scrapbooks, journals, commonplace books, memorandas, etc. =) I've got a just a few hundred videos about them, so I might be biased.😄

[@bradeedwards2505]

Nik, wow!!!! This is a great video I learned so much and the paperclip thing toward the end is so AWESOME!

[@rcfarms]

Wow. I’m blown away! This a detailed way to do this method. Thank You

[@doordashgurl2292]

I’m a new subscriber. I love your method and how you explain everything! Will be starting this for a group of journals for a few projects such as a garden journal, a vintage photo journal for my parents anniversary, and many others. I’m so excited. Love your work! Also love the fact you don’t use the typical stock music most videos do that are super annoying. Thanks so much.

[@lap8329]

I am so happy I found this. I have a beautiful leather travel journal that is a joy to use, but at the end of a trip, something needs to be done with the trip journal for permanent storage as I need the journal cover for another trip someday, and as an everyday notebook the rest of the time. This is the perfect way to bind the signatures from my journal - they already have the exact right holes in place and are perfectly set up to be bound. I put an enormous amount of effort into my travel journals, and they deserve a permanent binding that will keep them safe, but also reflect the style and aesthetic of the journal. You have made this to be so clear and easy to follow, I’m looking forward to binding my next journal. So now I will be stripping the journal from its leather cover at the end of a trip without a sense of loss and regret, rather a sense of pleasure at giving it a fabulous permanent home.