"Junk Your Stuff" Process - Junk Journals From Paper Bags Part II

[@AnnRMitchell1]

I raised my hand because I did not want to miss any part of this video. Theses are adorable and I cannot wait to try making one. I am amazed at how cute these are mixing things that normally I would not put together. So clever!

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@karenstclair9420]

You're an awesome teacher! Made my first Junk Journal this afternoon following your instructions. I had to do something artsy to redirect my hands and my mind. I have had 3 very recent deaths in my family and friends. You helped me through a very rainy, hard afternoon. Thousands of Thank Your, Hundreds of Hugs! Karen.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thank you so much Kare. I really appreciate your comment. I am so very sorry for your recent losses but I am very happy my video was helpful to you. Comments such as yours inspire me to continue because I love that they might help someone when they need it. Take care of yourself. :-)

[@sandracook9600]

I love love love this. So I raised my hand....been here through it all. Even laughed out loud at the handle bars. LOL!! And Baylee snoring cracks me up. Have a wonderful weekend. Love your stuff.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@mrstdoodle7085]

Inspiring video indeed...you made me love my junk, as I have never loved it before. Even though I discovered this video a few months later, I did raise my hand. Thank-you for sharing. Looking forward to watching Part III

[@BlackbearyForest]

That's wonderful Julie :-) I'm so glad you see your supplies in a new way. Thank you for watching, :-)

[@HISIAM888RUHIS888]

WOW!! You ARE a Powerhouse!!!! I can hardly Believe ALL these Journals You've made!! Incredible!!! Thank You for your Demonstration!!! Oh!! I raised Both My Hands!!..by the Way!! 🙌🙌🙌❤️❤️❤️🤗🤗🤗😍

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@anknaparkin7510]

I am so impressed with your unlimited creativity and enjoyed watching your videos always. Thank you for keeping us inspired.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thanks so much Ankna :-) I appreciate your kind words.

[@DebBuckminster]

WOW! How FUN to watch your creative process! Yep, I raised my hand a couple of times (grin). The 'random' placement of elements inspires me to make the journal a Grandma/Granddaughter project. Lots of STUFF to cut and glue -- and NO heavy-handed instructions needed. PERFECT in its imperfection! Thanks for making this tutorial, Laurie!

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@barbaraevery5175]

I raised my hand. Love the wonderful Bailey snoring and her adventures. You helped me while away an afternoon. I have collected so many Fat Face and Primark paper bags, so now I can do something with them. All the journals at the end on your driveway looked like large mugs of coffee or tea. Love the fun you bring.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@funkeyjournals3674]

I raise my hands up to this creation! Evidently Bailey wasn't impressed with my act as I could hear snoring! I love everything you do you are a true inspiration!

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@susiestone5486]

I have watched this several times. You make it very easy to make a journal.Love the way that everything you put on it looks perfect.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thank you Susie. I am so glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for watching. I appreciate it. :-)

[@elvisisabigsweetie]

I'm raising my hand and laughing because I just love your sense of humor and the snoring, omg, so cute! I love, love love these books, beautiful and adorable! And you go ahead and smack that Apple if that's what it takes to be creative! Lol. You say the funniest things, love your videos! Hugs, Debra

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@Kim-sd1ft]

I am addicted to these. Love them, you make it so easy. Have made 2 already, love how there is pretty much no waste.😊

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hi Kim. That is awesome! I'm so glad you are having fun. These were a lot of fun to make. I was able to use up so much of the stuff I had been keeping for years. I gave most of these away but I kept a few and I went back and took some of them apart and re-used sections for other projects. Thank you so much for letting me know you are making them. And thank you for the kind comments. :-) Have a great week!

[@thebudgetbee9694]

The ambient dog snoring noises tickles me. Love that. Great junk journal! I enjoyed watching this process and appreciate the detailed instructions you gave!

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thanks so much. I'm glad you enjoyed it. Baylee adds a lot of character with her snoring. lol Thank you for watching. I appreciate it. :-)

[@rebeccabarr2726]

How awesome, beautiful and fun! I enjoyed watching you make these immensely! I love the bags just as you have made them!

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thank you very much Rebecca. Thank you for watching and leaving a comment. I appreciate it. :-)

[@fromasommers1129]

First time I found you. What a great time I've had. Can't wait until tomorrow to start. AND MY ARM IS RAISED...LOL!Thank you for a wonderful 3 hours.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@suechat]

I like the way that you get rid of your stuff...Getting use of your stuff is the way to go. Loved this video and how you used paper bags for the Junk Journal. Awesome!!!

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thanks so much Sue. And thank you for watching. I appreciate it. :-)

[@kendo54]

Thank You, thank you, thank you!!! You are a fabulous teacher, and finally someone who made a junk journal that isn't matching everything. Oh, the hope, the joy. I feel so encouraged by this video and the tags video I had watched earlier. I now feel freer to use all the impulse stuff I have purchased from watching videos and nothing matches. You should call this videos "STOP THE GUILT" Keep up the great art and God bless. P S thanks for signing your work. Art should be signed.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hi Kendra :-) You are so welcome. :-) I'm so glad you feel encouraged...that is wonderful!!! lol Stop the guilt....thats good. lol I agree...all work should be signed. :-) Thank you for watching and commenting. I appreciate it. :-)

[@marymartinez6618]

Here I am again watching this same video. Finally got me a bag ad following your instructions. And making my ow flowers and cutouts from magazines. And buying baggies of rib ion and threads from thrift shops. Thanks for your great encouragement. Love your crafts ideas.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello again :-) I'm so glad you are enjoying it. Have fun making your journal. :-)

[@delaynamoffitt8664]

I raised my hand! This is the first video of yours that I've ever watched and I truly found it inspirational. I love using paper grocery bags for so many different things (covering notebooks, covering old furniture, making journal pages, I'm even using one to make a junk journal purse). I'd just like to say 'Thank You' for making this video, it has given me a new way of looking at paper bags and I look forward to creating something useful with your method. Have a wonderful day & Keep Creating!

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thanks so much DeLayna...and thanks for playing along. :-) I am so glad you were inspired. And, welcome to my channel. :-)

[@eileenlockard1708]

Watching lots of videos. But this is the one I liked the most and could really use. I have so much stuff and sending happy mail out would not deplete it enough. And don't always remember what I sent to who and don't want to duplicate. I have started the paper bag journal and am just getting to the fun part. Going through artsy stuff th use. I picked up 15 bags but they don't have handles on them. Thank you so much for all your inspiration. and talent. And I love your cute little stories.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thank you Eileen :-) I'm so glad you enjoyed it. I hope you make some. Your bags will work fine. You can make your own handles too if you want them. :-) Thank you for watching. Have fun!

[@adrinem4513]

I really enjoyed this and will have fun making one of my own. I had to laugh when you said you were trying to use up the paper in your paper stack pad. I must have over 15 different paper stacks and 10 small ones that will definitely outlive me. There is no way I'll use them all up. This is such a clever use of paper bags and they make adorable gifts. Thanks for sharing another of your great many ideas Laurie!

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thanks so much Adrine :-) Oh my gosh....I wish someone had told me how hard it was to use up paper pads. At the time I was "collecting" them I thought...oh gosh....this won't last I better make sure I have enough paper. Shoot...I have paper from 20 years ago. I'll never use it up...I can barely get through one pad. lol I'm glad you enjoyed it. :-) Thank you for watching and commenting. I appreciate it. :-)

[@pamspicer97]

What a fantastic thing you did. Loved all your creativity with using up your stuff. Who would of thought!!! Loved this idea!! Hand is raised. Lol

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thanks so much Pam. I'm so glad you enjoyed it. :-) I found it a great way to use up a lot of stuff and I'm going to keep using it up. lol Thank you for watching and commenting. I appreciate it. :-)

[@michelepittman5227]

The paper bag journals are the cutest! Can't wait to make one with my granddaughter. TFS

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thank you Michele :-) I hope you guys have a blast making one. :-)

[@sunflower2850]

LOVE THIS BEAUTIFUL JOURNAL A I ALSO LOVE TO HEAR THE DOG SNORE. SO FUNNY. THANK YOU FOR SHARING ALL YOUR BEAUTIFUL IDEAS.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thanks Tina :-)

[@abuzerluxor]

It was a blast to watch from beginning to end, of course I raised my hand. The snoring is adorable, my dog snores too especially when I am trying to sleep :)

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@debidoo007]

I raised my hand! What a great idea....impossible to not stick with to watch this!!!

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@bsdrive]

I raised my hand!!! I love your presentation and your creativity. Can't wait to get started. Love to hear Bailey snoring. So funny

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@judyoger]

I love watching the creation of these journals, they look like coffee mugs to me, yum.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thank you Judy :-) I'm glad you enjoyed it. :-)

[@annforsman]

I have so many of those strips of boarder papers and have had them for years. This is a good one to use them up. YEA ! !

[@BlackbearyForest]

Yay!!! Use em' up. :-) I hope you try this and use up some stuff and have fun while you are at it. :-) Thank you for watching. :-)

[@lorigouge2129]

I love these! I can't imagine taking one apart, there's so much to look at. The snoring dog is too cute. I raised my hand, felt little weird but it wasn't the first time. Lol I can't wait to see you work in one of these journals. Tis Lori

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@annhaywood9625]

Thoroughly enjoyed every second of your video and can't wait to see more of your work. I love your journals and the ideas you shared so much I felt compelled to make my first ever comment on a video. Brilliantly done.👏

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thanks so much Ann. I am so glad you enjoyed it. And thank you for honoring me with your first ever comment. That means a lot to me. Thank you for watching. I really appreciate it. :-)

[@mildredwhitehair5832]

Well I came back to watch this again so I could make a bag. I only had a recollectionbag from Michaels so I made that. It turned out 3x2 haha. I made my own handles.This is small I need tiny stickers LOL I hope I will get some bigger bags though hathanks so much for sharing.

[@BlackbearyForest]

I bet it's an adorable bag. :-) So glad you tried it. :-) Thanks for watching again. :-) I appreciate it.

[@Jenibow]

I didn't raise my hand, I was too busy giggling at your doggie's cute snoring. Loved the journals!

[@BlackbearyForest]

That counts too. :-) Thank you for watching,

[@vinayakshanbhag8717]

Just found your channel today and amazed at the transformation. Thanks for showing your process. Love that hint of using sticker paper inside to prevent gluing the insides. Eye candy which can be used. Raised my hands , but you cannot see. Thanks again.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thanks so much Vinayak. :-) Thank you for watching.

[@sherrysajdak5449]

Your "Junk Your Stuff" Journals are so much fun! I raised my hand, glue in one hand and scissors in the other because I was making my own Junk Your Stuff Journal along with you --- just not as fast as you!! Delightful! Thank you.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@donnawiggins8770]

I absolutely love your journals. Especially this one. I loved your coral tag you made with the red hearts on it and the two little bears saying you and me. So very cute. I guess you really do like bears. Then you hid it in the little hidden pocket. Whoop whoop I raised my hand. Lol! I know your give away is over but I’m just glad I found you so I can learn from you. Keep up the awesome work Laurie.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thank you Donna :-) I'm glad you found me too and so glad you enjoyed the video. I will be doing a few more giveaways on the journals so you have another chance to win one. The giveaway might be announced or hidden in a video or on my blog...you just never know so just keep an eye out. :-) Thank you for watching,

[@joycarter8965]

Thank you for showing this process. I am taking my mom and her best friend to the beach in a few weeks, I am going to create one of these to commemorate our adventure :) I just dont have bags with handles. Haha raised my hand and holy moly what a line of journals! Have a good one!

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@annforsman]

I don't know who the first person was who thought to use up your stash, but what a wonderful idea. Keep your ideas coming.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hey Anna :-) I don't either but I'm sure it goes back a lot farther than people realize. I don't think there is that much new under the sun but rather twists and new ideas of what has already been done by others. Thanks so much for watching. :-) Have a great weekend. :-)

[@ritamontgomery6008]

You smacked your heart on the apple....lol. I raised my hand, seriously, I raised my hand. I can't believe how many you made...wow. Thanks for sharing and I have my bag out and ready to go. ~~rita

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@patwilliams5366]

Thank you so much for this inspiring tutorial. I have so much paper pieces and you have inspired me so much. More than you will ever know. Thank you.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thank you Pat. I'm so happy you were inspired. That makes me happy. :-)

[@GingerBeachStudio]

raised my hand and while giggling looked up to see my neighbour waving at me! Great video and will definitely be giving this a go! Thank You!

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@alletasmith2639]

Thank you so much for sharing. And I love that paper pad. And yes I stuck with you through the whole thing and yes I raised my hand. Thanks again, I’m learning so much from you.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thanks so much Alleta. I’m glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for watching. 😊

[@lindadechow2212]

Good ideas, thank you. I took your envelope idea and used paper bags I cut down to 6x12 and then layered them with fabric, ribbons and paper with flowers. I love them for my junk journals =) Great video, and I enjoy watching you.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thanks Linda :-) I am sure your envelopes are beautiful. I'm so glad you made some. :-) Thank you for watching and I appreciate your comments. :-)

[@marykozak8828]

holy cow woman. that is a driveway full of vehicles, tag vehicles that is, LOL. i'm loving your videos. made me go down to the dungeon and grab a box full of "stuff" that I had set aside a while back. while watching some earlier videos I sorted out like things together. was still doing that when I started this video, but when you got to the making the book part I pushed everything aside and made a book along with you. the book is put together with the inside and covers "papered". don't have any tags made yet and now need to dig into the piles I have sorted and start making inside pages. thanks for sharing your tags and books and bags and what have you with us.

[@BlackbearyForest]

I had a lot of bags. lol I'm so glad you were inspired to make the journal with me. That's awesome. :-) Thank you for watching and commenting. I appreciate it. :-)

[@danacolosimo5874]

I was watching your video and have completed a paper bag journal for my brothers first grandson. So I thought I would do it again and could not fin your video OMG I was in panic mode :( I had watched another video and was not the same and did not get the same results … so after searching and finally found you again … I was soooo happy and have now saved it … this is the best video I have seen for paper bag journal …. thank you so much for sharing … love ya

[@BlackbearyForest]

Oh gosh...I'm so glad you re-found me. :-) Thanks so much Dana :-)

[@angeladear9237]

Yes, I raised my hand as well! These junk bags are so fun. You just stick a ton of random stuff on there and it comes out looking fun and interesting. It makes me question all the time we typically spend choosing just the right piece of background paper or the right color of ink.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@casswms]

I raised my hands! I raised like I just didn't care.... Thanks for sharing! I just discovered your channel and I loved how you used your stuff.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@donnacress6724]

I ran across your video way after the contest, but I did raise my hand! You made junk journals easier for me to understand, only wish I had seen your video sooner, thank you for sharing.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thank you Donna :-) I'm so glad you found the video helpful and thanks so much for playing along. I do have a few more journals so there will be more giveaways in the future. I have no idea when but it's on my list. :-) Thanks so much for watching. :-)

[@donnacress6724]

@@BlackbearyForest You're very welcome :) I've made other types of albums before, but when it comes to junk journals I'm totally confused lol. I guess the problem is that I can't grasp the idea of making "junk" pretty. Your type of junk journal is more like destashing which I can totally do. Thanks again for sharing, and I will keep my eyes pealed for the next giveaway.

[@marykayhansen6682]

Oh yes my hand was raised. These are beautiful!!

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@CatHand]

Wow, girl! You have got it GOIN' ON! *snaps fingers while waving back & forth* These little junk journals are just adorable! Thanks for showing how you made them. 😊 Yep, I raised my hand, and thank goodness, no ugly sweat stains, LOL!! I love the idea of handlebars on a journal! 😂 Give sweet Baylee a squeeze from me. ❤️

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@CatHand]

❤️😁❤️

[@sharonsmith2670]

I love, Love how you create art. I even have the neighborhood kids come over to make stuff, or a card. The kids around 7 years old cram down so many stickers, I can't help but laugh! Snicker sneeze at 7. I give them loads of stickers to create with. I don't mind watching a one hour process video, as long as it keeps my attention and I'm learning about something which I have an interest in.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thanks so much Sharon. It's awesome you create with the neighbor kids. :-) Thank you for watching. I appreciate it. :-)

[@kathiehicks2347]

Yes, I raised my hand...lol I have enjoyed all three of your "Junk your stuff" videos. Can't wait to get started!

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@lauraorta1003]

Love it so much! And Bailey snoring 😴😴😴😴 ,it's nothing better! She's was like: " ok I've got to be careful with my mamy she's a bit strange today , and she's as the nerve to say that my digging on the carpet it's silly !?! And now she's playing around me !?!!!!! " You two girls together must so funny to watch lol. Again BEAUTIFUL! THANK YOU FOR SHARING.💖 CONGRATULATIONS

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thanks so much Laura. I hope you are having a wonderful week. Thank you for watching. I appreciate it and Baylee says hi too. :-)

[@patmorton5878]

What a clever lady! This is going to be a fun project for me. Thank you so much.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thanks Pat. :-) I hope you enjoy it. It's very fulfilling to use up stuff. :-) Thank you for watching. :-)

[@melonyloman1568]

A little late but I am here, Raising my ✋ . Just found you for the first time. Loved what you did with your stash. so random yet it turned out so great! Loved the paper bag journals! Thanks for taking your time to do this I was definitely inspired

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@susanmaroney5520]

gorgeous looks like a project for boarded kids at home for the summer. And yes I did raise my hand definitely a video worth keeping love your ideas and doesn't everyone need a snoring puppy lol

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thanks Susan :-) And thanks for playing along. :-)

[@shirleyhaberle86]

Laurie, you are so creative to just play around with a bag and come up with these awesome journal bags. I so enjoyed watching and can't wait until I'm home from vacation to make one. I did raise my hand and also lol. Thanks for being you. Can't wait to watch #3.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@lilyfultz9702]

OMGoodness...Another awesome video & great idea!!! I have a huge stack of these big paper bags w/o the handles, but I think I could maybe make handles if I wanted them on any of them!!! Thanks again for such a wonderful video, great ideas & it's always such a pleasure watching your videos & it was extra special listening to Bailey snore...😊. Take care, 🎀 Lily 🎀

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thanks Lily :-) Yes, you can make handles from whatever you like. :-) You are so welcome. :-) Thank you for watching. I appreciate it. :-)

[@connieirick3895]

Wow .... you are really inspiring I found your video by watching another video of another lady that made a paper bag journal And yes I did raise my hand. Lol all this stuff is very new to me I haven't made anything yet . I have found so many diy things to do it is so much fun watching. I have grandchildren that are 40 +. So I do have a lot of time to do things. I crochet and do some beading. It's so nice to find something else to do .think you for your video I am inspired to give this a try.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@Tisha554]

Love it all! Creative, fun, inspirational! I raise my hand!

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@nathaliet.3985]

I raised my hands in the air and said ☆whoop whoop!☆ All that whit my poodle snorring on my lap! LOL Fantastic creativity and such an impressive line of journals to have in your driveway! Thanks for sharing Laurie! xo

[@carolm4094]

Oh yes, I raised my hand! You know I did. I love these bag journals. I just have to make one. Great way to use our never ending stash.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@carolm4094]

Laurie Richardson Haley awesome!

[@LynneWilliams101]

I raise my hand and salute you for your dedication to this project ... pretty impressive lineup in the driveway!

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@trillianlocke1088]

Wow! What a line up of fabulous journals Laurie. I am fairly new to art journaling but already have quite a stash of similar stuff and paper bags of different styles, some I have already painted and decorated. I love your style. I have also put up a couple of very primitive videos. I hope to get a proper camera soon so I can do better. It's so awesome to be able to inspire others. Look forward to more from you. Love Trills.xx

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thank you Trillian. And than you for watching. I appreciate it. :-)

[@pamschonfarber1041]

Seriously. Laurie Vie really been enjoying watching, I'm new at this craft so I'm learning some great ways for this to be fun & not break the bank. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thank you Pam. I'm so glad you enjoyed it and find it helpful. :-)

[@lisapanagos4644]

Thank you so much for making this video! I raised my hand, lol, and my 2.5 year old would have been able to as well except she zonked out around the same time Bailey started snoring! Lol. It's getting pretty late, but this video has me itching to create!!!! Thanks again!

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@choc01cake]

ROFL! I raised my hand! You have made me absolutely hungry for the creative process of making these beautiful little treasures! I am retired, and I spend about 6 to 7 hours crafting every day already. Now I have another to start! What fun! ;-)

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@samaritaDeath]

I love this. Going hunting for paper bags. I raised my hand, got a strange look from hubster, but I did it. I usually stick with your videos to the end because they are fun and you have such brilliant ideas.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@donnaward6158]

Wonderful book! Loved the snoring. Sweet! I raised my hand!

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thanks so much Donna and thank you for playing along. :-) Baylee was such a sweet girl. I miss hearing her snoring. :-)

[@ArleneAdkinsZell]

Excellent tutorial, I watched again because I forgot a step or two and yes, I raised my hand both times.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@vickiemurray388]

These bag journals are so cool . I love them all! I so much love your saying in your videos . I got a kick out when you said raise your hand. I did!!!😄Can't wait see part 3 . Tyfs.😊

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@vickiemurray388]

Laurie Richardson Haley I still got my hand raise until I get an answer from you that ,I have won a bag junk journal from you!!!!😄😄❤❤❤

[@BlackbearyForest]

lol Oh my goodness you are too funny. lol

[@carolm4094]

I went back and rewatched so I could make mine. I had to do it a little different because of the size of my bag. All bags are not created equal. 😳😳😳 I also made my inside pages have pockets. I actually have less pages to decorate but can always add more. I'm not real neat but I like it. Also my handles on my bag were different. As soon as I get a chance I'll start adding stuff on the pages. It was a fun project. Thank you for the detailed instructions. Can't wait play in it.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Awesome..I'm so glad you made one. And you are so right, not all bags are created equal. :-) Thanks so much for watching again. I appreciate it and I'm glad you had fun. :-)

[@8746484]

I raised my hand! Love Bailey! I can hear her snoring and keeping you company!

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@repurposemania2316]

This was extremely therapeutic, definitely a hand-raiser, ready to take the video quiz!

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@roden70]

Great project. We never get paper bags here but it was fun to watch to see you make a journal out of a paper bag.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thank you :-) I'm glad you enjoyed it. :-)

[@suechat]

Love the snoring dog in the background and smacking the heart...LOL!! Raising my hand..Hahaha

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@missanitamichelle7157]

What an amazing concept! I have so many stickers and papers I have been stashing away. I am going to do this with all that I have! TFS! Oh...and I raised my hand!! 🤗

[@BlackbearyForest]

Awesome Anita :-) And thanks for playing along. :-)

[@grannygrimson]

I Raised my hand while listening to your Bailey snoring ( yes I can hear it!)! Going to try this on a Trader Joe's bag that my Aunt saved for me. Thank you so much for a fabulous tutorial!

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@christinamoss7420]

I recently started watching your videos. You are so creative and innovative ideas for us. Missed the entry info until today. But, I raised my hand and added to my liked videos. Love your stuff!

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hi Christina :-) Thank you so much for watching my videos, I really appreciate it. And thank you for your kind comment. There will be future videos where there is an opportunity to win a Junk Your Stuff Journal so keep an eye out for them. It may be hidden in a video or in the description or in a question I ask...you just never know. :-) Thank you for watching. And I really appreciate your comment. :-)

[@uniquewhimsy622]

I really like your voice, super relaxing! My favorite part is the tags. The way you created the book is a lot like my style--eclectic!😍

[@uniquewhimsy622]

I raised my hand, long process videos are my favorite ❤️

[@uniquewhimsy622]

I have a baby on the way, so I would love to win a baby junk journal!👶🏼😍❤️ I just followed your tutorial and decided to put the pockets on the inside but now I'm realizing why you have them on the outside lol. 😂

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@uniquewhimsy622]

Laurie Richardson Haley Yay I hope I win! I love your work ❤️

[@anknaparkin7510]

I had seen three of your videos in a row. That was how I spent my afternoon but I totally wrapped. I am in Tasmania, Australia. Love your generosity, if I made one I hope to be able to show it to you.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thank you Ankna :-) I appreciate your comments and thank you for watching. :-) I loved your bag too. :-)

[@wjc9762]

awesome video, raised my hand, loved it. making my 1st paper bag journal , thank you so much

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@traceyparsons9989]

I raised my hand! LOL. Thank you for the process video. I am really working on pushing myself to stop feeling like everything I make has to be perfect and precise. Seeing how great these books turn out even when stuff is randomly placed has helped me a lot. Happy Friday!

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@Lubsy1]

ha ha! I raised my hand too. Bit like "Simon Says", but more like "Laurie Says"😀 Thank you so much for sharing the deconstruction and reconstruction of these bags into glorious journals. I sat through the whole process and really enjoyed watching your creative awesomeness. I would love to be the lucky recipient of one of these in your Giveaway.☺

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@angelamelville67]

I'm newly subscribed....and I really enjoyed your recycling of the paper bag and all your added bits and bobs. The dog snoring made me chuckle 😂 xx P.S. I raised my hand.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hi Angela :-) Thanks so much for subscribing and welcome to my channel. I'm glad you are here. :-) I'm glad you enjoyed it. :-) Yep, Baylee steals the show with her snoring lots of times. lol Thanks for watching. I appreciate it. :-)

[@artfulthings31]

Thank you so much Laurie for sharing! I love this idea and I've made a few with my own spin on it lol. Keep up the good work!

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thanks so much and I'm so glad to hear you have made some of your own. That's awesome! :-)

[@bodaciousbella-boheme6116]

Hi there! Let me first say that this is the first time I'm watching your videos. Part one of these came up as A suggested video, and I clicked "subscribe" halfway through that first video. I enjoyed my coffee and breakfast while watching these two videos and I really enjoyed them. Thanky so much! Snoring Bailey sounded lovely haha 😊 I have a 14yr old man-pup that graciously snores, and drools, and snorts all the time lol ❤🐶 Ps. I raised my hand ✋ when you ordered, and held my breath for the bow-tying ceremony. Very profound haha. Blessings! ❤

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@ritabjerstedt7386]

I raised my hand always wondered what a junk journal was , now I know love it

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thanks Rita...and thanks for playing along. :-)

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

I have been waiting patiently for this video Laurie. Thanks so much for sharing how you made the journals. Absolutely fabulous idea. I mentioned in my previous comment that I already had a hoard of bags, and I bought, yes bought 5 more for 20p each yesterday because they were vintage red cross bags and will look fabulous as vintage journals. I'll definitely be giving this a try! ❤️

[@BlackbearyForest]

Awesome Nina...so glad you will make some. Thank you for watching and for your sweet comment. I appreciate it. :-)

[@wandasmagicwon9031]

If I was to get one of these I wouldn't change anything.... all the ones on this video are awesome!!!

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thank you Wanda, that's very kind of you. I appreciate that. :-)

[@susanbourrillion5560]

Beautiful, and i love the snoring beagle. Grew up with beagles. Yes, raised my hand. Nice work

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thank you Susan. So glad you enjoyed it. Beagles are awesome. :-) Thank you for watching. :-)

[@cantuasher]

Raised my hand. Beautiful!!!!

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thank you Casandria :-) Thank you for watching. :-)

[@angiehayden6429]

I love this! Super cute and I raised my hand😉 Thank you for sharing your ideas❣

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@michellegrizzly801]

I raised my hand! And laughed when you put the jute through the handlebars!

[@BlackbearyForest]

lol Thanks Michelle :-)

[@janetjosselyn5379]

I love this! Thank you for your awesome process video.

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thank you Janet and you are so welcome. I am glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for watching. I appreciate it. :-)

[@craftyirina]

Raised my hand!!!! Fantastic video! Great use of every crafty scrap! Love it! Bailey snoring .. most adorable! Cant wait for video 3! Tight hugzzz... irene

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@glendamenendez9433]

i raise my hand! wow, Bailey can really snore! i love those junk journals!

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hello and thank you for your comment. :-) If your comment was posted on or before July 23, 2017 AND you “raised your hand” in your comment your name has been entered in to a “Junk Your Stuff Journal” Giveaway. A video will go up no later than August 1, 2017 announcing the winner(s). Be sure to watch the “Giveaway” video to see if you are a winner and follow the instructions given in the video to claim your prize. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it.

[@pjtribble7214]

I raised my hands!! LoL!! It's a year later but, I did it anyway!! So glad I ran across your channel!! Between you and Bailey..... I don't know who makes me 😂 the most! Peace and Blessings

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thanks so much for playing along. I'm glad you enjoyed it. Baylee was my little sweetheart beagle. I really miss her. I now have a 1 year old Mini Aussie named Oscar that I adore and we just welcomed another Mini Aussie named Allie to the family. She is 9 weeks old as of this message. So I've lost total control of my house again LOL until she is trained but love her to pieces already. :-)

[@judyneubert6687]

Very fun video to watch, and inspiring! Really enjoyed the whole project!!Until later......

[@BlackbearyForest]

Thank you Judy. :-) I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for watching. I appreciate it. :-)

[@judyadams3215]

Watched another video, love watching you and listening to you, lOl you are so creative, I have just started making journals and need all the help I can get. LOL Thanks for sharing and I have learned to use the packaging for the tags. Thanks so much

[@BlackbearyForest]

Hi again :-) I'm so glad you are finding the videos helpful. That's awesome. Thanks so much for watching and taking time to comment. I appreciate it. :-)