Paper Bag - Trash to Treasure Tutorial (Step by Step DIY)

[@chrisclaudon7450]

Hello from France !!! Now, we have Olympic games. I décide to give you the gold medal for your Olympic Creativity!!!!👏👏🥇👑. Thanks you so much for your generosity! Best wishes. Christine

[@gaellegrassin6815]

Tit coucou Breton !

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@gaylemunn1011]

Absolutely agree 🏅for pure gold content. 🙏🏽❤️

[@colleenandmark]

❤❤❤

[@miriamkivlehan3498]

🏅 Ireland 🇮🇪 approves this accolade.

[@jacquelinelc2843]

Please continue these junk drawer videos…I personally find them inspiring! Thank you…

[@TreasureBooks]

More to come! Thank you ❤️

[@kamiecenters8349]

Way to go Natasha! I love these little "junk drawer" projects! Thank you for going to the trouble of sharing them. It shows everyone that there is hope for the inner horder in all of us 😂

[@SussexCoastStudio]

This series has completely transformed the way I make journals now 🎉 Having limited materials is both anxiety -reducing and creativity enhancing. Absolutely brilliant, thank you ❤

[@TreasureBooks]

So glad to hear that, Thank you ❤️

[@AMpressions1]

I love this process. Don't overthink it. Just grab and go. I'm always inspired by your creativity. Thank you!

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much!

[@smccullou6559]

Definitely a gold medal winner in junk Journaling

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you ❤️

[@JennyLoveTV1]

"Me & my sewing machine, we are very good friends" Loved that part! lol

[@sandytowry15]

I love that you show how to say make a tag without using a punch. I like that I feel I can do your techniques without buying a bunch of equipment or specialty papers

[@TrishDarbonne]

I could watch you do this over and over. I learn something new, or remember something I’ve forgotten about, with every video you share. ❤ Thank you for showing us that we don’t need tons of money in order to make beautiful things. 😘

[@menm_91]

Of course, I love this video, and would love to see more like this! I am forever in awe of your ability to take a heap of completely unrelated things that have been relegated to a drawer, and make something that looks cohesive and well planned in advance. You have such a brain and eye for design and creativity. Thank you for sharing with us 💚💙

[@tracydent1523]

You always inspire us. Love love love what you do.

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much!

[@caroline1426]

Always feel inspired after watching you xx

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you ❤️

[@RondaHillson]

❤love this!! Yes we need more!!

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you ❤️

[@BonesAndButtons]

Im a chronic overthinker. I so need to do more of this kind of crafting! Just for the sheer joy of creating 🦋💜

[@joanturner530]

Me too. I never finish things as they are not perfect in my eyes. Natasa has shown us to just go for it and stop worrying.

[@mitzimoore3068]

ME TOO!!!

[@suehy4054]

Yes, I feel inspired! Idk what’s more fun.....watching you create, or your delight in what you are doing! So fun!

[@TreasureBooks]

Yay! Thank you!

[@taceynobles624]

Love, love, love ❤️

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you! 😊

[@atergfox]

Love love love

[@jismbabe]

From waste without haste into arty taste. 💝Again I like your creativity… Big hug & blessing from NL. 🤗

[@joysenn]

Total inspiration there Natasha. Who doesn’t have a pile of scraps just waiting? Wonderful idea for a sweet quick little journal with one of those bags stacking up in the corner. Thank you!

[@wonderwend1]

I loved this process. It's inspirational to people who literally have just junk, which it the origin of it after all

[@carriemott2073]

I loved that!! It is so much fun watching you create, I am always inspired.

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much!

[@mikeselness910]

So Awesome, just love watching the process ,thank you so much for your sharing and not to over think and limit yourself ,so wise ,thanks again ,blessings

[@TreasureBooks]

Thanks so much!

[@kellyjean4981]

This is exactly what everyone needs ❤ You are so right, too many options kills creativity at times. We watch videos and tend to think we need some magical glue, or a Brand name stamp and sticker to make a junk journal. What a pleasant reminder that they are ‘JUNK Journals’ 😊 How refreshing

[@SteffiCullen]

I enjoy this series so much 🙂 I love to see what is possible, when we get "nothing" and can turn it into treasure 🧡🧡🧡

[@TreasureBooks]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@quiltingcarole6411]

I love it all, Natasha, and you give me so many ideas. You and your work are truly inspiring.

[@sandyshore5082]

I want to thank you for being a true artist...and for using delicious junk...seems like so many journal makers are using and promoting all kinds of kits and printables and other nonsense... Your work really is inspiring...it encourages me to be more creative...and all of us can afford to do it this way...

[@rosalindmartz6585]

Love the journal! it's very calming watching you create.

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much!

[@marli269]

I loved watching you in your creative process with "Junk stuff". Now, I know what to do with MY junk stuff. I have a ton of it also. LOL!

[@gerlindebesl2958]

Absolutely inspiring, I love these beauties made from junk only, thank you again and again for your great Videos, Natasa ❤

[@gabrielegermaine2337]

It was fun watching you! To make out of ,,junk,, a gem. Watching from Germany

[@mimimd9652]

I was watching another video when this video popped up! I found you a few weeks ago, and I've been watching whenever I have a few spare minutes. This video was perfect because I get bogged down with my perfection, so I think this is how I'm going to start. You are a treasure - thank you!

[@sandofthesun]

I just love these junk drawer videos. I love to see what you grab out of the drawer. ❤️

[@TreasureBooks]

I'm so glad! Thank you

[@donnanichols993]

I love this series. I always think I need to have a theme. And matching. I like just the simplicity of just doing it.

[@ItsaJournalingThang]

Natasa! Even your junk drawer is delightful ❤

[@créamaligneVDI]

I love your youtube !!!

[@user-oy1jb1zr6g]

G.O.A.T!

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you ❤️

[@GoFarFarAway.]

Wow, beautiful ❤ Good, clean, inmmaginative entertainment for my Grands. The girls always stay off their phones and TV when it comes to journaling. Thanks for showing great content!

[@taizebells]

I like the fold over a flap if too wide….great ideas as usual 😊

[@DanceswithDustBunnies]

This is absolutely a "true junk journal." I love it and wish I had a drawer full of random bits and bobs lol. I live for the fluttery noise the speeded up edge-inking makes :)

[@ANDY-ph2cq]

Me encanta lo que haces. Inspiras a otras personas a crear y reciclar. Amo todo lo que haces ,tan maravilloso. Desde que te descubrí. Me siento feliz. 😉🫰🫰Eres increíble con todo lo que usas. Reciclar es mi favorito 💪🫰🩷

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much ❤️

[@denisehennix]

I think anything your hand touches is ACTUAL TREASURE-- it was never trash, my dear. Thanks for sharing

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much ❤️🤗🤗

[@heyjude85]

Love this so much! Lol, that little lacey, stapled bow at the end cracked me up. The perfect finishing touch! I thoroughly enjoyed watching this! Now, there is no excuse that I can't "knock out" a journal in one day. Here's to scrapbusting!

[@bknight7698]

So glad to hear your voice as well as see your hands! Enjoyed this right along with you🙂 Sad to say my inspiration will have to stay in my head as I fell and broke my wrist!😩it will heal but I’ll still be watching you!❤👍

[@cynthiahuisingh7936]

Natasha...you my hero, once again, you have out done yourself. Yes, i love this process. It really is inspiring watching your thought process and how you make something out of scraps. Thank you again, from Cynthia in Elma, Washington USA

[@laurapaglia8229]

Who said that journals made of junk can't be pretty??? My favourite kind of journals, and my favourite kind of videos! Thank you for sharing your process 🙂

[@ellennesbitt9220]

Absolutely amazing. Just couldn't think how you were going to use those last little bits. Amazing

[@brendaholmes4411]

SO MUCH FUN!! Love the Junk Drawer Dives! I’m working through my junk box each week and loving all the fun stuff. And I’ve noticed that I have even more creativity in my more formal journal projects because ‘diving into the drawer’ is influencing how I think about using all the spare bits. Thank you for the inspiration. 😁

[@lalagamma4452]

Exquisite and lovely explanation for your process. Today's Quote: “Do things for people not because of who they are or what they do in return, but because of who you are.” - Harold S. Kushner. Huge hugs. Namaste 🐞🐞🐞

[@DebBeausoleil]

You are a true inspiration to me! I'm just beginning, and it is very easy to be overwhelmed. To just use what you have on hand and "not over-thinking it" - I think that is the best advice for anyone. Thank you! I appreciate you!

[@marciawilwerding4984]

I love your using what you have on hand. It helps me to not overthink things, as you say. Thank you for sharing your creativity with us. :)

[@RegenaWallace-ri1ds]

Cute. Love paper bag albums. I’ve made about 10 for my granddaughters.

[@kimboss8721]

You have an amazing ability to make something out of nothing. I can only hope to aspire to do this some day.Thank so much!

[@Patricia.R.]

How fun! The embellishments are a nice touch. I think the sewing just makes everything look intentional, even with junk drawer findings! Again, awesome job. It’s like we are watching Natasa Declutter her craft room! So a win-win for everyone! 👏🏻👏🏻

[@TreasureBooks]

Yes! Thank you!

[@wendytownsend3331]

I love to craft like this, just let your mind go wherever with whatever. Super video and super make, xxx

[@rosarieramon1081]

Oh my goodness, my creative friend. I truly enjoyed watching your video. One, because you don't overthink it and that makes it enjoyable to watch. Second, the scraps you got out to work with were used and you made them look fabulous. Truly inspiring. Thank you for sharing your ideas.

[@cat3crazy]

I am always amazed at your creativity! It's good that you make videos, and share it with people, like myself, who are totatly lacking in creativity. 🦋🌾

[@cherewharry]

Watching you create from a higglety pigglety pile is both entertaining and inspiring. I can honestly say I am starting to see possibilities in things I never would have before. ❤

[@RusticJournals]

I love nothing more than logging onto KZbin and spotting a Treasure Books new video. Really enjoyed this video but then again I dont think I have ever watched one of your videos that I havent liked lol they are all fab. Have a lovely day Natasa xx

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much ❤️

[@JustDustyB]

I've finally found my clan! I save all kinds of "cool" things and it drives my husband nuts! 😅 But, now I can reuse it in a way that makes my heart happy! 🎉😂❤

[@peggymarshall3403]

You are a bonafide magician !!! You make junk disappear !!! AWESOME !!!

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you ❤️

[@SammiJaney]

What a fun idea to use bits and pieces to make a little journal out of. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@melindamitchell6584]

Natasha you astound me. I especially like the polka dot ruffle in the odd shaped pocket. Thanks for the inspiration. 😊

[@miriambickley4061]

This is so darling! Thank you for coming back to talking your tutorial! I want to make this with my 10 yr old great granddaughter who LOVES my craft room!

[@TheVal1963]

This was fun and inspirational to watch you making something beautiful out of something not so beautiful. Thank you for sharing❤

[@riccibeck1010]

I’ve started my junk drawer and can’t wait to do this! So much less intimidating than trying for perfection, but still fun and beautiful!

[@SharaLee60]

Hi Natasha, I love this junk journal, it is truly a junk journal. I know the things are from your left over things. I guess a really junk journal would be more things from ceral boxes & magazines & things in the mail. But I love yours! You are the best! Thanks for sharing! You are a treasure! ♥️☺️🫂🐾🦋🧶🧵🪡🍄📓✏️🌹✨️

[@kimlatham7583]

I also thoroughly enjoyed watching you having fun as you worked. Great result and your commentaries are the best Natasha🤩

[@TreasureBooks]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@hildegardkhelfa5358]

You always inspire. It fascinates me to watch the process from junk drawer to a little special something.

[@EmmaFrusher]

I’m loving watching you with the junk draw items, such a great way of using up bits without over thinking it! Thank you for your videos, I’m new to journal making and you are inspiring me!

[@marilynaustin4425]

Thank you! Please do more like this. I am a crafter but have been non functional due to health issues and redo of my home also due to health issues. All my craft items are looped in piles…You get the picture. After watching this utube, I am itching to get my juices flowing. Thank you again.

[@sophiemsmply4you572]

Love watching your process Natasha. You put things together and they look fabulous. I overthink all the time but watching you inspires me. Thanks so much!!

[@MonicaGarciadivinelight]

Your junk drawer videos are some of my favorites ❤

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much!

[@revaramey]

My goodness! You did it again! Amazing, fun, inspirational, creative…all the words! Thank you for sharing yourself with all of us. Please continue these videos! ❤

[@mandyjane1234]

I absolutely love the way you create something gorgeous from a handfull of stuff from your junk drawer, I could watch hundreds of these type of videos !

[@juliescase5105]

I watched this today, I think it's my all time favourite video that you have uploaded. So, this afternoon I made a 'thing' using just what was on my desk or, whatever I could reach without having to move from my chair. Truly THE most satisfying project I have done. Thank you so very much for your ideas, encouragement and support, you are absolutely amazing XXX.

[@emmanuellemasson8740]

I love that kind of video, so simple but very inspiring. It's a pleasure to see you going as always! Thank you!

[@gloriasgreetings2310]

I do feel inspired to use all the recycled materials we collect.

[@analiabarrios6297]

I find these series so relaxing. Just playing with whatever you find, not overthinking... I enjoy listening to you, but also the speed up to see the result faster 😅 All the sounds are very relaxing too.

[@queenscousincrafts3095]

Once again, I love this process. I am so disappointed when your videos end. So, I will watch them all over, and over.

[@sonyajgiannone3689]

Love this reuse of just plain old miscellaneous junk! So very cool!!!!

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you 🙏

[@meridithkish2076]

I love it and yes I would love to see you create like this again sometime ❤

[@pdmullgirl]

Hi Natasha! I LOVE this type of video. I dig watching you create. I like having a pile of mess and turning it into a lovely journal. So much fun. And definitely inspiring. I think bc it’s very relatable. Everyone who journals or scrapbooks has bits of paper, images, stickers, cloth/ribbon, etc and contemplates what to do with them. And we get to watch your process for this in real time. It’s fantastic!! Thank you my dear. It’s the bees knees!! Have a great weekend!! ❤️💜💚

[@lisadorough7114]

Love the idea of limiting your scraps.

[@TreasureBooks]

Thanks so much!

[@chrisboyd3626]

Absolutely incredible, I found this one of the most useful videos you’ve ever made because I end up looking at my stuff and not having a clue what to do and then walking away!

[@susanmary4752]

I really love these trash to treasure tutorials. They are so much fun to watch, to see how your thought process goes and to see the final product. Thanks so much!!

[@miriamkivlehan3498]

Yesterday was a horrible day as I woke up to a flood in my kitchen from my overhead bathroom. This morning it has been a joy to start my day with your soothing tones and junk-drawer creativity. I even salvaged some pretty wet bun/muffin/cupcake cases from my flooded kitchen and am drying them out thinking "what would Natasha do with these?"🤔 Thank-you for brightening my day 🙏

[@DebiliciousCrafts]

Very inspiring! Would love to see the same process with one of the beautiful "intentional" journals that you create 😊

[@aimeemorgado8715]

This speaks to my ADHD BRAIN . Limited items, size, materials, and time. No overthinking, no overwhelming choices. I make Commonplace books and add a number of quotations to get people started. I can’t personally use a junk journal for journaling- I use my art journal instead. I’m a cognitive mess, but can’t give up the high I get from making junk journal type books. This is just what I needed. BRAVA!

[@viviangassan5506]

What a gorgeous, spontaneous project!!!!!!!!😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much!

[@candicepierce5726]

Love it.I have no junk drawer, but do have lots of pieces that I’m not sure how I will use. This is a great leftovers buster.

[@kristinediodati9782]

Yes, I was very inspired. Recently, my motto is use what you have. I agree it promotes creativity. I have cut back tremendously on purchases. Problem is people know I love junk journals and so they give me things like their cake mix box, cereal bag liners, wallpaper, etc. Thank you so much for sharing this project. I loved it.

[@AnnaPerini]

These days I'm tidying up my craftroom and I've decided that I'll do like you and create some junk journals to use some of my materials. Thanks for these ideas. ❤

[@dorlevanos3480]

So much fun to be had Karla! Thank you so much for your constant inspiration! Your mate Downunder…… 🤗👍🏼🇦🇺

[@kerenvalentin7082]

You're amazing how you just grab and make. I enjoyed watching you make that little journal. Though I really love your beautiful organized journals. So happy to hear your voice! 🤗

[@ritamclaughlin9681]

what fun! I have limited myself to using just certain things to create. I really like doing that!

[@artsyreg]

You never cease to amaze me, Natasa! It makes me want to save EVEN MORE flotsam and jetsam. ARGH!!

[@MySkywatch2]

Love this video because I love seeing awesome journals made from materials normally discarded as trash.

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you ❤️

[@suecox2308]

Your creativity and charm make your videos so much fun to watch. I love a "true" junk journal because it's so enjoyable to make something from nothing,.

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much!

[@ruready4nsl927]

This was too fun for words!! I am heading to my junk "box" and giving it a try! I'm feeling very INSPIRED! Thank you!😊

[@TreasureBooks]

Wonderful!

[@dorismikk7757]

I love watching you create something out of nothing. You are the best!!! Hope there will be more of these types of videos in the future.

[@carolefroelich4109]

Sometimes I just decide that I will make something from whatever got left on my table,after. Week of creating. It’s a challenge especially if you have a heavily laden desk. Keep up the inspiration, Natasha!

[@TreasureBooks]

Agreed! The best way to keep the creative juices flowing ❤️