Junk Journal Ephemera - Working with Whats On My Desk 1

[@clarehundley3110]

Creative people don't have messes, they just have unfinished ideas laying around!

[@susanrichey6039]

True that!!! ❤👍🤗

[@sherryrector2275]

Clare Hundley Clare thanks excellent idea. So true

[@lucy7b]

Gayle A is the tidiest crafter that I’ve seen, I couldn’t be as tidy as her, I admire her storage and organisation.

[@eveny119]

I agree but she drives me crazy, lol. She immediately puts away everything.

[@susiescraftroomandstudio]

Tina, PLEASE quit comparing yourself and your style to others. We keep coming back to you, and you are growing very quickly for several reasons. First you are incredibly talented. Secondly, you don’t edit your videos. We get to watch the process as you actually do it, whether it turns out amazing or not, AND because you are genuine....real.... just like us. You make mistakes and that’s ok. We find ways to fix them. And this is HUGE....you don’t have every piece planned out from start to finish and only have the things showing that you replanned to use. We love that you just grab something and make it work. BE YOU! YOU ARE THE PERFECT YOU! We love you the way YOU are not the way you think that we think you should be.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you so much Susie, I am working on this self imposed negativity x

[@jackiegfeller]

I am in the process of moving my stuff from my desk at work (long story, ha) to home. I have a studio set up now, and I have been sorting thru all my stuff on the desk and saving them for future use. I love working with what is in front of me! Pushes my creativity, just like it just did for you! love the envelope the best... I have been on an envelope kick lately anyway! Thanks for the inspiration and confirmation that a messy desk is the sign of a very creative mind!

[@marty4885]

Omg, you made ME feel SO much better! My desk looks about the same. I thought that it was just me! Artistic journeys are seldom tidy. Hug!

[@suruha2306]

I try not to 'sweat' saving every little scrap. It saves me having to decide whether or not to keep it. Decisions! Decisions! Bah! LOL I love when you do a little series such as this! You have wonderful ideas!!

[@brendachenoweth496]

I love this series, it’s so inspiring to all of us with matching desks. Please continue .

[@vickihernandez5922]

Turned out great! Chaos and mess are what makes the process more fun!!

[@pattoodle]

LOL. I only see what is right with your desk....nothing wrong there. It is the way it is because you are so Creative, inspiring, artistic, kind and generous in sharing your talent with us. Love your videos. Looking forward to seeing what you create.next!

[@angelathoma-dogwoodpaperarts]

Beautiful pieces you created. Enjoyed your creativity very much.

[@brandythompson6544]

WOW!!! You are so brave to show off your messy desk, but I am the same way!!! My workspace is embarrassingly messy- because that is how I work.

[@kandiboyer]

This is a great series! I'm always amazed at what you pull out of your desk to use--it's like the desk provides you with the perfect piece--like magic! I have to clean my desk frequently because it's not that large but also to save my precious papers from the dog who just loves to shred them! Now my cleaning really just involves stuffing everything in some bins that I can hide from the dog. So my desk may look clean, but the bins are just filled with bits and pieces. So I just hide my mess a little better than you, but then again I can never find the perfect piece to complete a project from one of my bins like you do. So your system works for you and that's what matters. Have a great day!💕😊

[@JOBETHSEXTONSCraftyCauldron]

I just love how you can sit down at a chaotic pile of paper and make something so beautiful! I'll be back tomorrow!

[@KD-yy6on]

It's amazing how something can turn out so pretty from things most people wouldn't see and throw it in the bin Great Tina tfs

[@jenniren9085]

Hi Tina, must be the time to clear craft desks, don't worry a bit everyday and you will get there, and everything you make you encourage me and others to try. Thank you.

[@gdobberteen]

It doesn’t matter what your desk looks like. You are so so talented. I would have to have a messy desk, table, counter and so on... love your videos!!!

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you so much x

[@kathmcmillen3217]

Tina I love what you made today! You are not alone! My work space looks a lot like yours and I have little "piles" everywhere it seems! Can't wait for tomorrow!

[@Solo3198-]

I love both pieces but that envelope is beautiful!

[@janfranklin6604]

How beautiful your pieces are! You are amazing! Love how you can put yourself out there!! My table looks a lot like yours, but I seem to create better that way! I spend far less time digging through my stuff for something, than I do looking for it on a clean workspace and shelves. Can’t wait for the next video!❤️.

[@jeanneblondewomanstamping9788]

Hi Tina. Fun series. I know I’m going to enjoy seeing you ad-lib great things from your desk ephemera mountain (LOL). I’ve reorganized my room a zillion times and I’ve decided there is no perfect way to organize for junk journaling. However in my latest iteration, I have included a big tray for "go backs" - things that need to be re-filed or put away. This way after finishing a session of crafting I put all the leftover materials in the tray for the rare day when I have time and energy to put them away! Of course the tray is now overflowing, but at least the junk is out of my workspace! 🤣🤗

[@artzology]

I have so many prints, lace and bits, and bobs! I seem to have a messy desk always these days! Your projects turned out fantastic! xo

[@noramyett6422]

Oh heaven you have made me feel so much happier about my desk which looks very similar. You are marvelous.

[@joanmacleod1362]

I have crafted along with you and manage to do six tags and an altered CD envelope. Quite a difference when I am not working with the pressure of a camera like you were. I so enjoyed this afternoon crafting with you. Cheers Joan

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Oh thank you so much, I really enjoyed it too x

[@Aegopodium]

All it takes to make a difference is always the first step!

[@HesterPrynne293]

I can’t begin to thank you for this video! Yes, my desk is messy, but this is where I am most creative and have fun after a “great day at work”!!!

[@sharonsmith2670]

You should do a 7 day clean up your desk series. Put papers in a stack, dabric in a pile, lace in a pile, book pages in a pile, embellishments in a pile, etc. Categorize your stuff in boxes. bags, baskets, etc. That way your stuff will look less junky.

[@magselliott7319]

I think it's just fine...not junky, she is just artistic and if she is happy she should just go with it!!! :-)

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

I love your idea Sharon, but I think it would just be wayyyyyyy to organised for me! Lol x

[@Itsparks138]

Love this video! Your desk looks like mine. Very creative space.

[@l.harvey8243]

Thank you for sharing your "war room". I don't feel so bad anymore!

[@nancivessells1909]

I love your videos & your creativity!! Hope you are being safe!! Thanks for sharing

[@journalsandcrafts3288]

I'm one of the ones that clears up after every project and journal I make so I can start with a clear desk!!! Although part of me thinks how nice it would be to just reach out and grab something!!!

[@cassfonnesbeck8057]

I have to start with a clear desk space so spend inordinate amounts of time putting stuff away...too much stuff!!

[@melodywilloughby4041]

Thanks Tina. I knew it would be fun to watch.😘😘

[@brendabw8924]

You could cut corners on your Costa card and then just use the card as a template. I find that is the easiest way of getting the corners even.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

What a fab idea, tfs x

[@sherryvanderpool4024]

Oh yes I have messes and hoard envelope turned out pretty

[@lauravasquez169]

How do you eat an elephant?... One bite at a time. I have to pull out my scraps e everytime. The problem is that I don't have big pieces of paper to start with. I need to punch more of the Martha Stewart butterflies with my scraps. I like the buff color ones and will be making those. I have been working on paperclips so I have lots now. I am working on stitched tags for a while. Then I plan to make cards. I just keep building my stash. First stack all the paper by size then you could use the big papers to make the journal pages. If you have too many they can be just naked plain journals. Include with them pieces that you make and small bits and bob's. You would be surprised how everyone would want them like that. Start with the BIG items ... I'm excited to see your desk at the end❤❤❤

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Love your organisation ideas, pile in order of size, now why does my brain just not think like that!? Lol. You are going to LOVE my new filming area coming soon, thank you so much again for my fantastic gift x

[@lauravasquez169]

I made a journal with some random papers and some things that did . I used a large clasp envelope and covered it with the green and yellowish fabric that I sent you. I am not sure what else to put on the cover. I will send you a photo when it is done. I plan to write in it because there are things I want to remember . It doesn't have alot of pages. Really quick project.

[@willowcartwright3486]

Love seeing that my desk isn't unusual lol. Thanks for the video!

[@jodyconrad3763]

The pouch is so cute. You were saying that you could use a fancy edge punch. That would be cute then back it with another piece of paper to give it stability. Oh, I am going to be busy in my craft room tomorrow.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Great idea to back the decorative edge for stability x

[@bommake1]

mess or no mess.....I love your tutorials every time and I like to hear you talking about your projects :).you are soooo amazing good

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Oh thank you so much x

[@barbaralaforge7492]

I love this....looking forward to the next six days. I think you should do this once a week, maybe a challenge. We can challenge ourselves. I save too much, my craft room is not big enough to hold everything. Yet I buy more☹️. Gotta stop buying and use what I have.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Great idea, I have been thinking along similar lines x

[@sherylsantoro]

Tina, I love and adore your honesty! I had a chuckle when you explained your tripod situation. I was wondering what in the world that contraption was. You are a hoot! Love the new pieces too. Have an awesome day!

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you so much Sheryl x

[@handmadefromlisa]

You are so much fun to watch. Worried if you will start a “messy desk” trend. Lol. I adore your work. Hugs my friend

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Lol, thank you Lisa. Hope you are staying safe and well x

[@dianeduncan5814]

Just lovely as always Tina... xox

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you so much Diane, I hope you are staying safe and well x

[@lalagamma4452]

Lovely Tina! Nameste my friend. TFS❣️🌻💜🐰💛🐌💚🐞💙🐇

[@cassfonnesbeck8057]

Messy desk or not, I always enjoy your work!

[@lajoni7990]

Love your videos, you make me feel so much better about my messy craft room, hubby can't understand how I can create in there lol....I do tidy sporadically and love it when it is tidy but no matter how I try it seems to turn messy again in a matter of days. I don't believe the crafters who have pristine, immaculate tidy workspaces it's just not real lol

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

No I agree, I don’t know how they craft like that? Where is everything they need? Lol x

[@laurettechandlerthevintage3022]

Pretty pieces from your desk. At least you did not add anymore new papers....😁 if you keep using larger pieces it should help with some of the desk ephemera. Good luck!

[@marykanski7451]

I don't have a messy desk, I have 2 messy desks back to back. I cleaned up one because of this challenge and plan on using stuff from the other desk. Thanks for your videos.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Yay, 2 messy desks! Lol , hopefully you made a little bit of a difference to your desks during the series x

[@donnasmith9042]

I just love you to bits! Really you are a very brave person to show your messy desk... I just cracked up laughing, not so much about your messy desk but your comments....if you can get started on cleaning up your desk then I will join you and try to do mine... although I don't have as much as you, I still have more than I would like..so we will do this together....I will tune in again tomorrow and see how we do....hugs

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

So Donna, I am wondering if you did any better than me with clearing your desk? Lol x

[@donnasmith9042]

@@shabbydabbydoodah I wish I knew how to put pictures up.... Yes I did do better... As I have said, mine was not quite as bad, but file folders work.. I just shoved them in there and Mess is all gone🤭.... They are on my desk and I put a label on them and still all are in reach.. just open it pick out what I want and put it back... Easy Peasy...

[@debbiestherapy]

I always watch to the end whether I am crafting with you or looking for inspiration. I also surround myself when I work but I also get frustrated when it reaches a certain point. I clean it and start the cycle all over again. 😉

[@joank8370]

Ohmygoodness! Have you taken a photo of my desk? I have too many projects going simultaneously and I live in a small house. I've started to discard some scraps because I just can't keep them all or use them. I still have an entirely too large of a scrap stash 😂. I find I enjoy making ephemera more than journals, which is silly.

[@GwendolynsDabbledoosies]

Well, I didn’t get much done either but I did color the plastic hole reinforcers with an alcohol ink marker. They been laying around for the longest time because they weren’t useful being plastic. Then I remembered that alcohol ink colors plastic so now they can be used in future projects without being too much of an eyesore. So thank you for the inspiration and for keeping me company 😄

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Well that’s a good job done, x

[@GwendolynsDabbledoosies]

😁 I am behind watching your video’s Tina due to all that is going on. But it is comforting to know I got some video’s of you in stock to watch. I will get around to it at some point. Meanwhile I hope you and yours are doin ok! Big hug x

[@karensumner3772]

LOVE YOUR VIDEOS-I ENJOY SERIES LIKE THIS-GREAT IDEAS-TFS TINA-HUGS/BLESSINGS

[@mellik2522]

Tina, this is my desk!!! I feel like I work better in a mess (until my 12x12 workspace has disappeared too! Then I must clear up a little but it just ends up in a new pile 🤨)

[@susanrichey6039]

Good effort! While listening to you I put up some corkboard tiles that had been laying about - on the wall side of my desk. And stamped some calendars on clear labels. I find that attacking one corner at a time helps. (By the way, I think your desk looks fine. If we were Kardashians we'd have a walk in closet in our craft studio and probably never make a darn thing, lol)

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Lol, love your Kardashian comment. Great idea for the cork boards x

[@susiescraftroomandstudio]

Tina, you are too funny.... “7 days and 7 things will be gone from my desk...”. No those 7 things have become 25-50 smaller things....lol 😂😂🤣. We all know that if you get rid of stuff then at least 2 things happen; 1) we drag more stuff out, and have a different mess, and 2) since we have so much room, we get to go buy more stuff, because what if we ran out? We could not let that happen. 😂🤣😂

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Lol x

[@deborahsmith5036]

Desk from hell? Desk from heaven for some of us. I too take days to clear my desk but make sure I have fun doing it, not just putting things away but creating ephemera etc with what’s there before I store it for a future project. Loving it, a lovely way to spend time with you. Ps the noise in the background is a circular saw, used for cutting timber.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Oh thank you Deborah, lol yes desk from heaven for me too x

[@carolynsattler9503]

Hi. Have same situation and was cutting bits to make stamps. Couldn’t find the square fancy edge punch and put them up. Now I cannot find the bits but have the punch. Murphy’s law. Punch will stay till I find the bits. 👍 😂

[@reneehouse-wyatt3658]

I think we should all share photos of our MESSY desks/craft areas! 😛

[@kathynolan1966]

Tina an idea for you why not do a snippet roll with some of the things off your desk

[@MessyPaperCrafter]

My desk is 100% the same! lmao I just put a lot of the bits & pieces in two shoe boxes on my desk lol it hides my crazy a little 🤣

[@eveny119]

I have a big box for scraps/envelopes/cardboard, etc.... and a wooden box for projects Im working on (ATC's, tags, folders). Large pieces of paper go back into plastic 14x 14 boxes. When Im not working on anything I grab a handful from scrap box and organize.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

What a fab idea to help stay on top of the scraps x

[@Tattytreasure]

Great new series maybe you should have done a 30 day or 100 day to totally clear it 👍

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Lol, 100 day might have just come close x

[@jacquelineabraham9098]

why dont you make a ephemera book ,to make your desk cleaner 😍😍 i love watching 😘😘😘

[@lucy7b]

Perhaps you should take the bull by the horns😉😉🐂. Maybe you could put a few things away. I sew in fairly chaotic conditions and l craft similarly however, I do occasionally clear the surfaces. Thank you very much for all your videos, I dare say we’ll all be watching them soon when we have to isolate ourselves.

[@stevewebb4266]

I call it organized chaos ........that's how I roll........Myra L.

[@bossieackerman1067]

Apologies my husband is logged on...I feel so much better because I also have a small space to work and my stuff is also all over the place. Somebody called it "organised chaos". I can live with that. Love x Mariana also from England x

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Yes, organised chaos is a good description! Lol. Hope you are staying safe and well x

[@craftingwithme3494]

I thought only my desk looked like that. Lol my grown kids call my craft room a crap room. They just dont understand lol

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Lol, your crap room! X

[@cindybarnard8273]

Whoa vertigo gone wild 😂

[@wonderwend]

" any normal person would throw this piece of paper away".... er no, that would be wasteful 😉

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Lol, x

[@sherryrector2275]

That’s how I’m feeling today (like my edges are roughed).

[@coraleewalsh7129]

lol

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Lol as well. Hopefully you are staying well x

[@sherryrector2275]

15 items used so far on item #2.

[@sherryrector2275]

Never turn you off. Not until the end.

[@jannsmith9455]

Holy crap live your table. Mine gets like that sometimes. Who cares lol

[@jannsmith9455]

Sorry. Love your table

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Lol x

[@theramblincrafter]

Your videos make me so happy! I love how full your desk is, the proof of a true artist 😂😂😂 I was going to join you in a 7 day challenge, but my problem is that I’ve been cleaning up as I go, so I don’t really have a lot on my desk 😳. But I do have a few things, so maybe it’d be enough to get me through 7 days...we shall see! Can’t wait to see tomorrow’s video! Big hugs Chelle AND Clint

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you so much, someone else did say she might just throw some stuff on her desk in order to play along, so you could always do that? Lol . Hope you are both staying safe and well x

[@sherryrector2275]

You have gotten rid of at least 15 things already. High hopes girly. Have you never heard that song. Frank Sinatra sang about an ant who was determined to move a Gigantic rubber tree plant. He had high hopes. There is your new motto.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

.........you are so encouraging..........lol, not sure, it’s a pretty big pile! X

[@eveny119]

Why not organize your scraps? You could have a group of envelopes or file folders, label them ,,,,scrap flowers, scrap graphics, scrap backgrounds, etc. and put all your stamps together, all your lace, all your buttons....Im just starting to organize. * What Id like to see is why youre picking certain things, what are the 'elements' of a tag, or embellishment or folio.How do you balance elements and color? 1 Background, fabric vs lace, focal point, color combos, etc.. I find people put too much stuff on a tag, items that don't match, wrong sizes and elements have no connection. Are you doing it intuitively? All your stuff comes out lovely.

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Thank you so much, I just play around really and then go with what suddenly looks good and hopefully balanced. I get a bit obsessed with the whole matchy matchy thing sometimes, but it’s what I like best. X

[@glynismccartneyintricatesc5281]

🙂❄️🇨🇦

[@carolhensen5181]

Getting lots of pop up ads.

[@carminam.romero7369]

Nice, just need to organize your craft stuff. Like all your flowers together, buttons, stamps, all your paper that as not been cut up together, stampers, punches,inks, glues, tape,etc. them your desk would be a lot more organize. 💐💞🙋🏻

[@sherryrector2275]

Too much stuff for me on the second item. L

[@shabbydabbydoodah]

Lol, you did well to keep track on the first piece x