Studio Vlog 08: How I make journals and supplies I use

So it’s, finally here! A very highly requested video since Vlog #03. This vlog covers only Journal Binding and the supplies I use. I’m sorry it has taken me so long to film it but things have been so busy before everything that is happening now. And I knew it was going to be an extensive video and I needed to cover as much as I could in one video. So I wanted to take my time with it to truly make it enjoyable for you to watch. Anyways, I won’t ramble on and just hope I answered many of your questions, everything I used is linked below and if you have any additional questions, feel free to ask and I will try my best to get better at replying to them ❤️
P.S. Stay safe and strong and know that this too shall pass 🙏🏼💕
P R O D U C T S :
OLFA L-2 Heavy-Duty Utility Knife amzn.to/2RLyGqV
Metal Crafting Ruler amzn.to/2K8KwHs
Dahle Vantage Cutting Mat (18" x 24”) amzn.to/3af3DdI
Dahle Vantage Cutting Mat (24" x 36") amzn.to/3ahVsxd
CARL Heavy Duty Rotary Paper Trimmer 12inch amzn.to/2VdW6HK
Bone Folder amzn.to/2XHQ6ss
Scor-Pal 12" by 12" amzn.to/2XG2dGe
Awl Guide Punching Cradle link.softlystu...
Awl for punching tool link.softlystu...
Linen Thread Thin (35/3) link.softlystu...
Linen Thread Thicker (18/3) link.softlystu...
#1 Bookbinder Sewing Needles link.softlystu...
Stack Cutter (I got mine locally but this looks identical) amzn.to/2wP6PPu
S O C I A L S :
Shop: Closed for the time being
Instagram: link.softlystu...
A U D I O :
musicbed.com
link.softlystu...
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F A Q :
Camera: Sony a7R III
Editing Software: Adobe Premiere Pro
Papers for my journals: Please stop asking me. I can’t disclose shop products or else there would be no use for me to have a shop 🤷🏻‍♀️
Cats Breed: Scottish Folds
D I S C L A I M E R :
Not sponsored. All products have been purchased by me.

[@DeerheartStudioArts]

This vid is a work of art itself. So very inspiring! Background music, sounds of gentle working tools, paper rustling sounds, even cat playing with a bottle cap adds sound elements. Therapy for my soul!✌️🇨🇦❤️🙏🐝🌸🌸🌸

[@SoftlyStudio]

Oh thank you so much. So glad you enjoyed it. Sending you lots of love ❤️✨

[@mangoyangi]

I love the grabbing supplies pov shots, although this whole video is so !!! Very calming, and I appreciate the slow shots where we hear the paper cutting and other small sounds around the studio

[@butnusting]

thank you for sharing this. i know a lot of creators refuse to share things like this because otherwise it would eliminate the need for their shop. appreciate you a lot for doing this

[@SoftlyStudio]

You're very welcome. I see no harm in showing you how to make things and makes me happy share my process with you all ❤️🙏🏼

[@redbear4350]

As someone who makes her own journals I think that imperfections in a journal make it more authentic, beautiful. Who cares if the pages are not perfectly simmetric? That's the beauty of handmade things.

[@sanamashraf1421]

20:51 " I know this was lot of info" Me: give me more cuz I love everything u do I do make journals for my little brother and for myself and seeing u making them professionally is beautiful

[@SoftlyStudio]

Professionally? Wow I'm so flattered 🤭🤎 hahah I'll remember the info part next time 😂

[@aseelbysketchbook]

I am in awe of how beautiful this video is but also, how much work is put into these journals! You are an absolute inspiration and your content makes me want to cry in joy! Thank you Shereena ♥️

[@SoftlyStudio]

Aseel your kindness can never be forgotten. Thank you always for just sharing your joy with us. I love your positive vibes so much ❤️❤️❤️

[@SouthernSetApart-qs2yg]

I thoroughly enjoyed watching this. It was very cozy and informative! Your furry friend was a delight to watch as well.

[@alyssaanne7641]

This was such an aesthetically calming and interesting video!

[@SoftlyStudio]

Thank you so much! 😊❤️

[@izzy7460]

You hand make everything which gives it that little bit of extra love💜💜💜

[@hughdismuke4703]

What a well put together and enjoyable video. The hand and cat acting were phenomenally relaxing while creating a beautiful product. Very nice and great selection of music.

[@ndianne88]

When something is made with love you just know. Your amazing work, the attention to detail, your beautiful assistants yuki and sushi the music. Your videos stop my brain and quiet my mind. Its pure peace! THANK YOU! you are a valuable human being. ✨✨✨Thank you for existing and sharing your gifts

[@lubas9978]

I love that you film during the golden hour, my favorite part of the day. It creates such beautiful light.

[@SoftlyStudio]

Mine too. The softest light ❤️

[@ting-ting007]

Thank you so much for a beautiful and inspiring video! It shows the beauty and care behind all your work that you create. I'm looking forward to creating my own journals, you're my inspo! x

[@SoftlyStudio]

I wish you the best of luck with it. Thank you so much for watching ❤️

[@pantarhei7]

When I see, how much work and dedication goes into making these journals, it makes me want to buy one even more. Thank you for this beautifully made video:)

[@nengunnie9371]

This is beyond wonderful. I loved everything about it. I was already sold when you said, "He is happiness," pertaining to Yuki.

[@SoftlyStudio]

hehe thank you so much! His name actually means happiness. Well, snow or happiness but I associate him with the latter 😊❤️

[@verygood10]

How beautiful that cat is... I can see you have a special bond, he is magical and so is your channel.

[@Itsseyaaaa]

I love watching these kind of videos not only because they are relaxing but because I love papers, I love how we all can get creative and make a masterpiece out of it, and I just really love the process of making an art. ♥️

[@SoftlyStudio]

Oh I agree so much with you. The possibilities are endless when we use paper ❤️

[@sunskinkk]

"excuse the sound, yuki is playing with a bottle cap" 🥺so adorable haha, he is very cute :3

[@florecostume6717]

Thank you so much for sharing. I am new to the world of diy for my crafting and artist supplies! Your presentation is beautiful and one of the easiest demonstration to follow. I am grateful to meet Yuki ~~~

[@endorsikhun1545]

I so love your calendar! 😍 Relaxing vid btw. Binge-watching all your vids.

[@B311adonna]

Not only was this beautiful and informative but it was so relaxing the way you presented it! Thank you so much!

[@anastasiapidchashynska390]

it's like coming home each time that you post a new video.... You are amazing and your work also... Thank you so much... take care... with honesty love Nastia

[@joannamariegallo5096]

The opening was so beautiful a cat in the window looking at the rain 😍😍

[@SoftlyStudio]

It was his first rain with me. I am so glad to gave captured it ❤️

[@reviewsbymich]

Thank you for being so kind and sharing your process! It’s a lovely video and your journals are worth every cent for the amount of care you put into them

[@yellow_nicky]

watching these videos makes me think that life can be simple and tranquil, it’s a pity that everyday in my life is sad and not warm like that

[@x_wendy5599]

what a beautiful video, this makes me adore my journals that i have from you even more! All the work and care you put in to them, i love it! 🥰🙏🏻

[@SoftlyStudio]

Thank you so much Wendy. I think it's because I don't have a large cutter to cut down these sheets which makes it take more time than my other journals. but they are my favorite ones to make so I try an make them as close to perfect as I can ❤️So glad to hear you are loving your journals 🥰

[@220dramaqueen]

It's like Christmas! I've been so excited for this video, I'll be right here waiting to watch!

[@SoftlyStudio]

I hope you enjoyed it and so sorry for the long wait. I just needed the time to focus on it. but now we seem to have so much time on our hands to do things we set aside. ❤️✨

[@220dramaqueen]

@@SoftlyStudio Oh I loved it! I'm so inspired by your process and aesthetic. Please don't apologize for taking your time, you owe us nothing and are kind enough to share your process in such an artful and well produced way. Thank you for the time and effort you put into your craft!

[@laurahale5774]

Thank you for such a lovely video to show your craftsmanship. You are truly an artist.

[@anastasiamarie5922]

This beautiful, I want every part of your life wow thank you for doing what you do I is literal art

[@merissacherie]

I love your work Shereena! You put so much time and effort into all you do. The money you must've spent on your equipment and supplies! If you do a 200% markup on a journal that still wouldn't be enough! Also you've taken the time to film and edit this beautiful video, it shows all of your hard work and quality control you put into making your journals. I love what you said at the beginning about how you make the materials work for you and that the viewer doesn't necessarily need the same exact things. And love all your furry little helpers!

[@SoftlyStudio]

Oh yes I know and that's why I've been increasing them slowly as the profit I make from them is quite little 🙈but they are what started my love for handmade paper. ❤️and yes I had to mention that because on my last video lot's of people were asking and wanting to buy the equipment but some I won't recommend. I feel just because I use it doesn't mean its the best but its what I have right now on hand so I really had to make a note of that 😂and also you don't need everything I have to make yours. I just like finding things to simplify my process and help me get them done quicker ❤️

[@Glaizasjournal]

It was amazing, relaxing and in awe to watch! 😍😍 thanks for showing your process! ❤️ (Hi Yuki! )

[@SoftlyStudio]

He says hello to you too 🥰❤️

[@joybeasley5363]

Such a beautiful video. So pleasing to watch, I found it informative and interesting but also relaxing. As for the cats .... a pure delight ❤️

[@mjosejuan3746]

Thank you Shereena, such a nice, calm, beautiful, eastetic, and usefull video. I really appreciate the hard work you put in your handmade journals and paperbundles!! Waiting reopen your shop to continue supporting your georgous work!! Have a nice weekend!!

[@01bujo89]

this process is beautiful shereena 🤍🤍💕 you create the most beautiful things!

[@SoftlyStudio]

You're too kind to me Jackelyn ❤️

[@teresitalamas5304]

I am so great full for your time and sharing your talent. You are so relaxing and informative. Your kittens are precious.

[@Wocria]

Definely the most calming channel to me. And I am NOT a fan of journaling but I LOVE to see this creative process of journaling. Also your processes of everything. Love your channel. ♥

[@SoftlyStudio]

Aww that's so nice to hear. and thank you for taking the time to comment ❤️

[@victoriabrown3314]

Fabulous videos! Colours, sounds and music. So relaxing to watch. 💞

[@alexandriawhite]

Thank you again for sharing info that others do not. This was beautiful and informational. I learned alot.

[@SoftlyStudio]

So happy to hear it was useful for you ❤️

[@krisydays]

Thank you so much for sharing the process! I have been planning to make journals of my own just for personal use and this video saved me tons of research 😭❤️

[@SoftlyStudio]

So happy to hear that and wish you all the best with them ❤️

[@zaradreamylatte9602]

U already got my LIKE when the cat showed up 😎

[@myrmug1869]

Congratulations shereena! These video is super relaxing, and everithing you do is incredible. The best way to start the day. I love te way you do the things!

[@heathermeadows85]

That's an awesome punching tool and guide!

[@margaritarivera9143]

Seems like alot of work, beautuful work. thank you sharing ....

[@crystalxhoney]

What a great video. It shows how much love and dedication you put into your journals

[@suneliebenberg3263]

So relaxing and satisfying... loved, loved, loved it... everything about this is just so beautiful!

[@larateodorescu3510]

Your filming is always amazing - you are such a talented photographer. Your journals are amazing and your videos always make my day!!

[@SoftlyStudio]

Oh you're seriously too kind. Makes my day to read this 🙏🏼❤️

[@Momolovespaper]

Thank you so much for sharing. So much love goes into your journals, I'm so happy to own a few of them. Hopefully one day I can learn to stitch inserts instead of stapling... i'm sick of the staples not being aligned properly!! :( Thanks for the inspiration and beautiful video

[@SoftlyStudio]

omg I feel you and have basically wasted quite a few journals because of stapling wrongly. Since I started sewing, thankfully none were wasted since 😊

[@noo_ri]

I'm living for the aesthetics and cats on this video!!!!!🧡

[@simiwazhere]

Wow! It was an experience even before an explanation. Congratulations on all that you have been able to give us. I breathed an atmosphere that tasted good in every step. Very very good.

[@SoftlyStudio]

Thank you so so much. It's quite hard to explain by showing only 🙈

[@MelodeeTan24]

Watched it live and watching it again.🤭 Lovely and inspiring video of the making - it makes me want to start making these journals too (only if I can get the right tools like you have). Thank you for showing us how you make your lovely journals. I'll be sure making my purchase soon from your shop. Haha! 😄 Stay safe dear Shereena and take care there! 💕💖

[@SoftlyStudio]

I am sure you can start making them and by starting you will see what you need. I did get my tools sort of one by one. I'd make them and see what I need to get to improve and go on from there. It's a wonderful process and just feels different when you create your own inserts ❤️Stay safe too Melodee 🙏🏼

[@MelodeeTan24]

@@SoftlyStudio Thank you so much for sharing your kind tips, Shereena. It's really encouraging to me and I will start to try and make my own inserts soon. I hope I can do this! Hehe.. Thank you so much, dear~ have a lovely day ahead!

[@alexis_keith]

Can’t wait for your shop to open back up:)

[@SoftlyStudio]

Oh thank you! I can't wait either and hope you will find something you'll like 😊❤️

[@laluna5918]

I can't describe how I feel literally I'm amazed how someone can make such a beautiful and lovely video it's calming and it makes me want to do something productive. Thank you for this video Shereena and stay safe

[@SoftlyStudio]

I'm honored you feel that way and makes me so happy to read this. Thank you for watching and stay safe and well too.

[@natividadmarinez]

Awsome video tutorial, so glad I found your channel

[@FadedChronicle]

Thank you so much for this beautiful video Shereena!! Awww, and what's better than seeing Yuki when I woke up ;) Your information is so useful! I actually have the same cradle that will be arrived today! Can't wait to try!

[@SoftlyStudio]

Thank you Tiffany! I hope you had a great day. And I'm sure you will love it. Makes it so much more easier 😍

[@abisaivalenzuela5268]

You inspire me so much! Your work is amazing!

[@Kamimono-mimi]

Hello✨Thank you for your beautiful videos. I found your UP at midnight. And I was able to go to a healing space. Thank you for the wonderful video! Please take good care of yourself.

[@SoftlyStudio]

My pleasure dear. I truly am so happy to hear all this wonderul things. Thank you so much for appreciating it all. Stay safe and well 🙏🏼❤️

[@christinebell8980]

Fascinating to watch.

[@maxohghiblies]

please send yuki my love and my heart, this whole video is beautiful

[@SoftlyStudio]

Only if you shower Figaro with some kisses from us 😭❤️

[@amandapeters4780]

Beautiful, love the papers

[@gatina7713]

Very interesting process, I would not dare to try it 😁 Yuki is precious and adorable! Thanks for sharing.

[@jadebethj4807]

I just love how soothing hte videos are

[@iwondery1725]

Beautiful video, and full of useful information - thank you!

[@jasmineholbeche3258]

This video was so peaceful to watch, I feel so calm and chill now :) It was so nice watching your process to making those journals and the music is so nice too! OMG and your cats

[@byellafaith6917]

this was so relaxing and calming and nice and seeing the process making the notebooks especially... I guess what I’m trying to say is I loved this vlog (and your others!)

[@SoftlyStudio]

Thank you so much for the kindness and so happy you like it 🙏🏼😊

[@AlexandreaDean]

♡ Omg the aesthetic is unreal ♡ Love your videos!

[@burrowscarol]

I have a lot of the same equipment that you do. I’m thinking of investing in a corner chopper that can cut a stack. Thanks for sharing! I love how calming you videos are!

[@SoftlyStudio]

That is a good one if you like the rounded corners. There are definitely things I want to invest in next but I'm not quite sure how they would work with journals 😂but it's for sure a never-ending process. 🙈❤️

[@CopieKat]

I can make a notebook but Journals are hard for me- Thanks you for showing me the ways ^^

[@share8596]

I love this video. I have referred back to it so many times. Thank you.

[@SoftlyStudio]

So glad you found it helpful. 😍❤️

[@sarahpatterson2732]

I love the way you filmed this and used text instead of talking! Beautiful work, too. I would love this video even more if it didn’t have music, but just my opinion, not trying to criticize. Thanks for sharing your process! 💙

[@lalajefrey]

can’t wait!!!

[@TheStructuredChaos]

Exactly, I’ve been watch “re-runs” all week!

[@marcsmellow]

this is so lovely! i always love watching your studio vlogs but this is whole another level cause it provides so much details. thanks for sharing this with all of us. do you make all the papers in your inserts? they are so so beautiful.

[@SoftlyStudio]

Well it's mainly because of these journals I think that there's a lot of details but the other journals I do are much less time consuming and I am able to skip a few steps. And no not these ones but I'm hoping to get my handmade paper good enough to use in my journals ❤️

[@yemseul]

Such a process! Your inserts are forever my favorite ♥️ and that first paper you cut up is so pretty! The shade of brown is just perfect ♥️

[@SoftlyStudio]

Hehe yes but it gets faster with practice I guess. I adore how you used them Hannah and makes me so proud to see such beautiful work on them 😭❤️

[@definitelynotskynet]

I’m super amused that the scraps from handmade paper go into a bin to get turned into more handmade paper. It’s like sourdough for office supplies.

[@SoftlyStudio]

They really make the most beautiful handmade papers. I find the better your scraps the better the results are ❤️

[@ahyrieann2492]

I’ve been off for a year :

[@_itsssmeh]

really luv ur video! it's so aesthetic! Yuki is so cute! ❤️☁️

[@lenirebynica]

So relaxing! 💓 Plus the effort you put in everything in here. Thanks for this. What wrapper do you use for packaging? Is it waterproof? Thank you.

[@kaspyn9183]

This was super satisfying to watch :) !

[@pen4358]

Good instructive video, lots of inspiration, iv'e gained more knowledge watching this today x

[@beeJhecute]

Where do you get those papers? It's so cute!

[@annarayza9709]

I love it so much, very helpfull

[@kadeejasafa1054]

You are just amazing👍🏻

[@LadyFrenchHorn]

Those papers are so beautiful

[@rufinasoelistyo3318]

Oh my!! 😍

[@cindyhenry1410]

Beautiful! Where did you get the punch-board tool for punching the holes in the signature? (It says made in Holland on it, but who sells it?). TYFS ❤️🦋💜

[@burrowscarol]

Thank you for sharing! Where do you get your papers?

[@asmrpopolsku2581]

I love your movies, they are so relaxing

[@SoftlyStudio]

Thank you so much ❤️

[@suzisaintjames]

You can still use a wrench in wing nuts. ❤🌅🌵

[@SoftlyStudio]

Ah yes you are quite right. But for some reason, I had trouble using it as I was using wing nuts in the beginning. I just find it easier with bolts. 😊❤️

[@kirstend9987]

I hope one day I'll be good enough with my projects that I can make such beautiful things that you do. Don't think I'll ever get to your level though! New subscriber and your videos and products are so beautiful

[@SoftlyStudio]

Never say never. ❤️ All it takes is lots of practice and improving each time. Until today I don't find them perfect enough and keep trying to work on it. You've got this 😍

[@mikelee3504]

this is so relaxing

[@allylandrum5401]

Are you comfortable sharing what type of stapler you use for heavy duty work? If not, no biggie! Thanks!

[@anickvayid9793]

very interesting, thank you for sharing

[@Aparajitaa]

Useful video! Can I ask, what gsm cardstock do you use for the covers?

[@triutamisiregar2568]

May i know where you get those beautiful papers from? Or what those paper names are? 😍

[@wenycv9492]

I need to know too please

[@Cofeee226]

So beautiful how do you make these papers. Or do you bought them? :)

[@reynaribuabo106]

It's so wonderful 😍

[@midnightmoon7863]

I loved the video I loved it

[@tompaste387]

Thank you for sharing

[@junkthejournal6828]

Ahh.. lovely video.. makes me wanna collect more of your work 😭

[@SoftlyStudio]

❤️❤️❤️

[@somaiah.a9090]

Love it .. thank you i enjoy watch the vedio

[@alessandrarussoart]

Great job thank you ❤️