Page Ruffles, Pockets & Tags - Christmas Junk Journal PART 4 - DIY Christmas Journal Tutorial

[@csk5654]

those ruffles are GORGEOUS! What a brilliant way to attach them to the edges of a journal page!

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Thanks, lady ....... you are the kindest gal out there and you are so encouraging! xo I do have a love hate relationship with those ruffles ... I'd much rather grab a few out of a bag and dip them into a nice bowl of Heluva Good French Onion Dip 🤣🤣 ........ now we're talkin' xo

[@csk5654]

@@NellieandRuthDesigns LMAO

[@frankieppages]

That was a lovely session Barbie, thank you, such a great idea attaching those ruffles.

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Thank you for watching and I'm so happy you enjoyed this video. I'm also glad you enjoyed how I attach my ruffles. I try to make it no muss, no fuss ........ Have a wonderful day and thank you again.

[@iluvtojournal]

Sequins take patience but are so worth it. A really lovely festive journal. You are really putting your heart into it. ❄️⛄🦌

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Thank you very much and I truly appreciate your comment and sitting with me today at my craft table. xo

[@MerryScraps]

This is such a beautiful journal! I love the papers you are using and how you are embellishing! Our church has a bazaar in the spring and in December. Unfortunately, this year, it is December 7th. I have my next heart cath on the 5th. Which means I won't be going. I choked on my water. I was taking a drink of when you told someone to deal! You go, girl!😅😊😂

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

@MerryScraps Hey, a heart cath? I'll say prayers for you. I'll remember the 5th, hubby has his heart check up that day. Not a fun procedure for you, and I hope all goes well. 🩷🩷🩷 Yup, some people just have to deal with certain things ........ 🤣🤣🤣 I'm never afraid to speak up. I'm sure you know that by now! 🤣🤣 Thanks for watching and I'll see you soon. xo

[@MerryScraps]

@NellieandRuthDesigns I had a cath last Monday, but they had to stop. They discovered I have 4 blockages & one that is 69.89% blocked. On the 5th, they are going in my groin & fixing 2 and then again after the new year to finish. This was all a complete shock! I was just trying to get clearance for surgery. I had no idea I have this problem.

[@amyb82941]

💜💜💜 even after watching this early on Patreon, I enjoyed it as much THIS time around! Thanks so much!

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

@amyb82941 Aw, Amy 🩷🌲 thanks so much. Did you see your message over on Patreon? So happy you enjoyed this video the second time around. xo 🩷🩷🩷

[@amyb82941]

@@NellieandRuthDesigns 💜💜💜 YES, I did - I’m excited!

[@melodiepeck655]

I love the way this journal is coming together Barbie! The ruffles on the edges really set the pages off. Can't wait to see what you will do next!

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

@melodiepeck655 Hey, Melodie ....... 🩷🌲🩷 Thank you very, very much! The next video coming is really fun and I think you'll enjoy that one even more. I'm so happy you are enjoying everything I am doing. Hugs, gf and TFW; you are just the best. xo

[@itearpaper]

Oh wow those page ruffles!, I love them❤️ glad hubby is doing better and I hope he likes his surprise party 😉

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Thanks, gf ....... not sure about the surprise party now. He's caught wind of a couple hiccups and he got all tense. Having a room full of quarry workers may not be such a good thing after all 🤣🤣🤣 TFW and yes, aren't those ruffes fun!

[@itearpaper]

@ Well you don’t want him to be stressed or tense so maybe in the spring you could do an outdoor picnic thing. Maybe he’ll be more comfortable with that OR if he’s anything like my husband do nothing 🤷‍♀️ 🙄 Mine will be 75 in March and the kids want to have a party and he says a big fat NO THANKS 😉

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

@@itearpaper Mike would love a party, but again, he may not. He's at the age (same as your hubs ... 75 in Jan) where he'd rather have the one on one convo and visit. Maybe a nice dinner with just the family would be great for your hubs. Less stress for your hubby too! 🤣

[@juliaarmato3984]

I love the noel ruffle. Extra work, yes, but it looks so nice! God bless

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

@@juliaarmato3984 Thank you, Julia. I agree, extra work but well worth it. Hugs and blessings. xo 🩷🌲🩷

[@J0yb3ells]

Just beautiful, Barbie. I love the trifold tag, especially. The rest of the pages are amazing, too. 😊

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Thank you, Joy. I love trifold tags and I should work with them more often. TFW and leaving another very kind comment. Hugs, gf and blessings. xo 🥰

[@J0yb3ells]

@NellieandRuthDesigns ❤️

[@susangazawaypapercrafting3749]

I love this journal, Barbie. The digitals are beautiful and I love your ruffles. 😊❤🎄

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Thank you so much, Susan. Big hugs, gf xoxo 🎆🎄🎆

[@LisaCorneliusJourneys]

Those ruffles!!😍🥰😍

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

@LisaCorneliusJourneys TFW, Lisa. I'm thinking instead of making them I'm going to start searching for those old ruffled diaper panties babies used to wear and take those ruffles. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@elizabethnaisbitt1795]

Oh wow, this journal is a real treasure already. I have a bit of a tip for your lacy snowflakes, have you ever thought of using glitter nail polish on them, a bit sticky to start with, but when it's dry it won't let any of the sparkles drop. I've used it before and never had any problems. I usually buy it from our Pound stores so not too dear either and you can always use it in your journals over paper if you don't use on the lace. Your ruffles are amazing and really add panache. It sounds like you have a really good community where you live, not so much where I do. I live on a residential mobile home park, which is lovely, and neighbours are very friendly, but sadly no community gathering at all. We do have one in a nearby town but that is for the homeless and needy and it's very small, and will only take about a dozen people. Hope you and hubby have a good party. Sending continued prayers and positive vibes with much love to both of you. Tfs xo

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Elizabeth, I LOVE your idea about the glitter nail polish ....... that I will have to try. I love it when others pass on little tips and tricks to me that I've not heard about or even thought of, so thank you. I am so sad to hear you have no community gatherings where you reside. Our community has plenty, however, in some of the smaller towns nearby (that I live near) if you are not a resident, or born and grew up there, well ............. you aren't welcomed very much and it's hard to get involved. I'm still on the fence about a party for hubs. Thanks so much for joining me today and your support is so totally appreciated. xo

[@shayriddle1498]

Hi Barbie, I'm back ! I'm caught up on all the videos I missed. I love your xmas journal your making. I really like the way you sewed in the signatures. I'm glad you took it slow so we could see how you did it. May have to give it a try! Hope Mike is feeling better and on the mend. Be sure to take care of yourself also. Hugs my friend.

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Hey, Shay ... I'm so glad you're back from the high seas and are now grounded! I've missed you. We are all doing well here, especially Mike ... he's coming along quite nicely, becoming a bit bored and trying to work from home a bit more. What a sneaky dog he can be .... we are watching him though. 🤣🤣I'm so happy you are enjoying the video's, b/c I'm having a ball working in this journal for Mara. TFW and big hugs going out to you today. xoxoxo

[@carollaws838]

just so pretty Barbie xx

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Thanks, Carol. xo

[@frankieppages]

i agree with you, the struggle is real with those glue bottles 😃

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

EXACTLY .......... we just have to put one foot in front of the other and carry on.

[@ChelleBeeby]

🎄🎅🎄TFS🎄🎅🎄 I'm loving the series, I've just scored some LGB that I want to turn into journals so I'm taking notes on EVERYTHING!!!! LOL

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

TFW, girlfriend 🎄🎄🎄 I'm glad you can put to use some of my crafting ideas. Have a blast working on your journal and what LGB are you using?

[@ChelleBeeby]

@@NellieandRuthDesigns I have two alice in wonderland (one just alice in wonderland and the other one is mad hatters tea party), two wicked (one Glinda and one Elphaba) and my most beloved ever there is a monster at the end of this book - not my copy, a copy I bought for just this. So I'm going to be super busy!! Buying all yummy supplies for it all is fun as well.. hahaha

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

@ChelleBeeby They all sound amazing, have fun and enjoy the process! Hugs xoxo

[@linmims3049]

Hey Barbie, this journal is looking great! I am loving it. Thank you for sharing the tip on attaching ruffles to pages, brilliant idea. And here's a tip for you, when your Art Glitter glue tip gets all gunky and clogged, try soaking it overnight in a cup or tiny bowl, use very hot water with a drop or two of the blue Dawn dish detergent, and a few drops of white vinegar. I have done this a time or two myself and it really breaks down the clog and opens the tip back up. I have a tiny bottle brush, I mean it is tiny, I think it came with some sippy cups I bought for my grandson, anyhow, it is perfect for getting up into that tip. I think I saw some similar brushes on Amazon, if you're interested. You said, in the video, that you want to have spaces for your daughter-in-law to add photos to the journal, have you thought about adding a waterfall feature? They are a nice addition to journals and are quick and easy to make. Just a suggestion for you. I'm really enjoying these videos. I had not thought about making a Christmas journal but the more I watch you making this one, the more I am thinking might want to make one myself. You take care, enjoy the autumn days and I look forward to being back at your craft table with you real soon. Hugs! xxxx

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Lin, I love you ..... yes, I really do. 🥰 You tip, on that gosh darn tip, is marvelous. I have boiled it on more than one occasion, but I still have to pick at it. Last night I was chatting with a friend and I sat for about 30 minutes digging out the little glue ball all bunched up inside that darn tip. I'm definitely going to give your suggestion a try. 💖💖 As far as adding more photos, I was thinking the same thing ...... let's create a waterfall so she can add all the pics she wants. Yes, great minds think alike, so that is coming to a theater new you very soon. xo 💖I am having a ball making this for Mara. Wait until you see the next video .... you'll definitely want to make a Christmas journal for yourself. 🍁🍂🍁 Todays, autumn day was cold and crisp. An early morning visit to the quarry was brisk with a strong wind blowing up my Carhart jacket!!! It's all good though, I can't complain. Thank you for all your wonderful comments and I so look forward to each one. Hugs, gf and have the best day ever. xoxoxo

[@linmims3049]

@@NellieandRuthDesigns ❤❤❤❤

[@Karen3263]

❤❤❤☃️🎄🎅

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

@Karen3263 Thank you very much! xo 💞🌲💞

[@csk5654]

You could add Nuvo drops or Stickles to the flowers gf! Love the sequins! Great idea, TY for reminding me. I will be starting on my Christmas journal soon. You are such an inspiration Barbie! TYFS Cindy P.S. sent u an Amazon package. Can you plz tell me which kit the triple tags were in?

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

You are not speaking my language .... Nuvo drops, hmmmm, let me look that up. I wish I could see your journal that you'll be making, please send me pic through my email. I'm so happy you are enjoying my simple ways in creating. I'm not fancy like so many others but I think I get the point across. Oh, another package ....... you are way too good to me. The triple tag was from Mad Paper Crush .... SANTA'S LEDGER ❄☃❄☃❄ www.etsy.com/listing/739208812/christmas-junk-journal-printable-vintage?click_key=303c8f13a96e152fe15cabe9a6de530e5cf5fee3%3A739208812&click_sum=fc1658fc&ref=shop_home_active_2&sts=1 💖💖💖

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Why do I feel like I've already answered this? Am I going mad? ........... TFW, gf and I have checked out those Nuvo drops and LOVE them, need me some of those soon. Also the triple tags came from Mad Paper Crush .... I do know I put the link in the description after you mentioned it to me. Hugs, gf and have a great day. xoxoxo

[@csk5654]

Barbie, I know you told us in an earlier video...what are your page dimensions? TYFS Cindy

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

@csk5654 First of all, gf ....... thank you so much 🩷 My Bearly Art arrived just now 4:49 pm and you are just the sweetest and I can't wait to give it a go. You definitely have my back ....... God Bless you and all the love you send me. Now, on to your question .... when I print out my paper it's standard letter size dimensions, but when I cut it down, it's 5 x 8 🌼 I'm really trying to figure out how to change my setting so I can go boarderless printing but so far I'm stumped. xo

[@csk5654]

@@NellieandRuthDesigns TYVM I love ya gf. Hope Mike is doing better each & every day.

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

@@csk5654 Love you too, gf and yes he is. Thanks so much for the well wishes and asking about the 'ole boy. xo