Junk Journal Cover Panel with Ribbon Wraps - Tutorial

Looking for a unique cover idea for your next junk journal? Check out this shabby cover panel tutorial for a simple, removable closure with a shabby chic flair!
In this video I’m demonstrating how to make a removable cover panel with wraparound ribbons to securely tie up a stuffed junk journal. It’s in the Shabby Chic style with a gorgeous antique postcard, handmade lace edging, an antiqued painted frame and a beautifully cracked focal image. Just use similar supplies from your own stash to make this creative closure for your next journal project.
This video is part of my "Style Wise" series, exploring the characteristics of popular junk journal styles and how to achieve the look of these styles. Check out the rest of the playlist here...
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[@acecone7215]

I really really enjoy your videos!! Your voice is comforting and I love your instruction! God really knew what He was doing giving you to us!!! Us art people!! Much love to you and may God just bless you!!!

[@BeAgainBooks]

Oh gosh - that’s so kind! Thank you very much! I’m glad you are enjoying my channel - I appreciate the support.

[@CPcomments]

The cracking of the glossy accent looks great. Very clever.

[@BeAgainBooks]

I’m glad you think so CP! Thank you!

[@inaboucher144]

Kathleen this turned out very pretty. Glad you left the part in about why and how to correct the from color effect you were aiming for. Hugs and stay well.

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thank you Ina! I appreciate the hugs too! Hope you are having a great week!

[@Mommyoffive4Him]

This is so pretty...love the added dangle on the ribbon! It's good to know that even when you don't get the outcome you're looking for the first time, that there are ways to fix it rather than throw it away and start over! Thank you Kathleen!

[@BeAgainBooks]

So true and it’s a good thing we don’t always have to start over! Thank you for stopping by!

[@sionedjones6789]

Absolutely stunning Kathleen. Love the cover topper which is removable and the use and re proposing of the ear ring too ❤

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thanks so much Sioned! I’m glad you like it.

[@BonnieLipke]

so classy and shabby!! love your work .... hugs

[@BeAgainBooks]

Aww thanks so much Bonnie! I appreciate you!

[@Selinas_Reborn_Nursery]

Hi Kathleen! Being new to junk journaling, you have become my favorite! I love your style. I never want your videos to end. I have been watching so many of your older videos and I feel like I have learned so much from you. Thank you so much! This journal turned out beautiful. I am having a Kathleen Mower marathon the last few days. You are amazing! Have a blessed and wonderful day! 🩷🌸💖🌷🌺💓🌸

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thank you so much Selina - I appreciate all that watchtime!

[@kerynokeeffe9133]

Thank you, Kathleen. So much valuable information within one short video! You’ve created a beautiful topper and closure that establishes the style of the journal before opening the cover. Awesome work! I’m going to love watching the flip through, too! Love and big hugs! 😀💞

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thank you Keryn! I appreciate the support - thanks so much for watching.

[@janetgeist8505]

This cover is so pretty.

[@BeAgainBooks]

I am so glad you think so Janet! Thanks very much!

[@ElisabethHolder]

Thank you, Kathleen! Amazing all the technics you used to obtain such beautiful results! Thanks for sharing 🤗

[@BeAgainBooks]

You are so welcome Elisabeth! Glad it is helpful.

[@57cparks]

That is so very pretty, Kathleen! Love what you did. TY for sharing.

[@BeAgainBooks]

Glad you liked it!! Thanks for watching!

[@juanitalopez1529]

I love how the topper turned out.thank you❤

[@BeAgainBooks]

My pleasure Juanita! Thanks for stopping by!

[@wallcreekandrea5196]

How pretty, and thanks for the detailed creating process down to the very base! I very like the tipp with the glossy accent, that's one to surely follow up😊. Thanks for sharing, Kathleen!

[@BeAgainBooks]

My pleasure Andrea! Thanks so much for coming by today!

[@debzehr3244]

I love this journal topper….so pretty. 💖 Thank you for showing the earring recreation!!! 💖💖💖

[@BeAgainBooks]

You are so welcome Deb! Thank you for watching.

[@ScrapbookSage]

Your journals and videos are such a delight to see. Thanks for demonstrating, the labor of love you put into each step.

[@BeAgainBooks]

I appreciate that so much Dawn! Thank you for watching!

[@mindybeveridge8377]

The topper is so beautiful, Kathleen Thank you so much for explaining how you created this. Love it!!!

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thanks so much Mindy!

[@mindybeveridge8377]

@@BeAgainBooks Your videos are so calming.

[@nancypyter1511]

Kathleen, that journal topper is absolutely gorgeous! Love how you put that crocheted trim around the postcard! Beautiful!🥰

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thank you so much Nancy!

[@sherylsantoro]

This turned out so pretty! I love the soft pinks and the dangle. I enjoyed watching the process.

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thanks very much Sheryl! I am so glad to hear it.

[@lisastevens2607]

Beautiful ❤

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thanks so much Lisa!

[@Lorikneisler]

So pretty! I ordered some stain and plan to use it over the long weekend. Well done, and thanks for all your contributions to our community!

[@BeAgainBooks]

Awesome! Thank you Lori! Have fun!

[@CreativeCrisis-Art]

What a great cover, and I really love what you did with that taco box!

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thanks so much! I’m glad you stopped by!

[@dakielty]

It’s beautiful, I love your layering and the shabby chic tips. Thank you

[@BeAgainBooks]

My pleasure Dorothy! Thanks for coming by. Eclectic coming up…

[@lornabee309]

Beautiful topper!

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thank you Lorna! 😊

[@cottonconfetti]

This has turned out beautifully, Kathleen, thanks for sharing your process 🤩 l enjoyed watching whilst l ate my breakfast 🤩

[@BeAgainBooks]

I’m happy to keep you company Davina! Thanks so much for watching.

[@JoansJunkJournalsAndMore]

Such yumminess. I love how this turned out. So gorgeous and such patience to make it. ☺♥

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thanks so much Joan! 😊

[@April-rx6vt]

Love it ❤

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thanks very much April!

[@carolbeeding4270]

😍❤️ Thank you for sharing your cover topper. It’s one thing that has always been a struggle for me, what to do on the cover. It’s beautiful.

[@BeAgainBooks]

I so understand the struggle Carol! I think the biggest chore for me is binding the signatures, haha. But the cover is also a kind of barrier, especially if I want to do something other than collage. That is my fallback, but I am kind of liking these removable panels. Thank you! I appreciate your support.

[@themagnoliaseed]

Sooo beautiful! I always learn such great techniques from your videos Kathleen, thanks for taking the time to create them!

[@BeAgainBooks]

My pleasure! I’m glad you are a learner - thanks for watching!

[@ScissorsAndSmiles]

Lovely idea for a journal closure. I will definitely recreate something like that. Tfs!

[@BeAgainBooks]

I’m glad you like it! Thanks for coming by today!

[@mikeselness910]

So beautiful !! Love how you showed how to remedy the stain on the frame ,that's nice to know ,thanks for sharing all your art ,with us will watch again for sure ,Teresa in Mn

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thank you Teresa! I appreciate you.

[@creativenana]

Lovely

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thank you Nana!

[@katrineleber7238]

Oh my! I’m in love with your journal! This cover is wonderful! I ordered some of the stain you used, I can’t wait to try it! The earring charm was such a lovely touch. It added so so much to the cover! So pretty! Hugs, treen 💕💕💕

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thanks very much Treen! I hope you have fun staining things - I love it.

[@barbaranoble9748]

Very pretty cover!❤

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thanks so much Barbara!

[@markpaige4795]

❤

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thanks so much Karen!

[@dawnklein106]

I found the ink process interesting. Never heard of quinacridone before but I use the gel stain all the time.

[@BeAgainBooks]

I’m really loving experimenting with the liquid acrylic inks - they are different than regular acrylic in a couple of important ways! They keep the intensity, for one thing, even when you dilute it and I love the way they run. It acts more like a glaze over top other mediums. I put off getting them for forever, but they are a lot of fun. Thanks so much for the support and encouragement Dawn! I appreciate you.

[@RaindropLila7]

It's so beautiful, Kathleen! Thank you so much for sharing! I really enjoyed watching your process!

[@BeAgainBooks]

Glad you enjoyed it Lidia! Thank you.

[@RaindropLila7]

@@BeAgainBooks you are so welcome! ❤️