Starting a Junk Journal for beginners. So easy! | Part 1

[@junerobbins6871]

My great grandchildren like the ons that I made for them. One of them told her teacher it was her favorite book. The teacher asked to see it. She said it was nice. I like the sound ofvyour voice. You kept me company while I worked on my journals that are going to be for sale in a craft show on the 6th of Dec at one of our local senior center I plan on having mostly fabric items that I've made during and since the pandemic.

[@junerobbins6871]

I just love junk journals. Its so much fun designind and making them. I've made all kinds of methods for dying papers the most interesting results that I really liked were with the shaving cream method. The colors were really vibrant with the first dip. I got aprox 3 to dips to each mixture. It was still pretty nice on the last dip. Kind of a chocolate brown mixed with muted shades of the colors that I chose. Then you scrape your dipping tray and start all over again. I'm looking forward to watching part 2

[@ballrmgirl]

Your voice is very soothing, which is something I look for in craft videos because i have issues with anxiety and migraines, and they help me cope. I checked out your channel and saw that you have ASMR videos! So now I'm truly a fan. I love that you let us see your entire process.

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Thank you! 😁

[@whatyoutalkingaboutwillis12]

Hope you see this this my first time I've seen you. I really like you. I subscribed few mins into your great video. I've gone a head n liked some the comments. Your voice. The crinkly paper noise etc. Love you already. I think one day you be up there with millions of subscribers. Can you send me some your tea coffee stained papers please. Lol. Jo from new Zealand

[@NannyT2505]

I thought it was just me that had to listen to a voice first to decide if I’d watch the video or not, I’m very sensitive to vocals and also suffer with bad anxiety, I get irritable with certain sounds or noises. I often turn the sound off when I want to watch tutorials and just follow along with sight only. I do like this video 😃

[@debbiecrivello2505]

This is the BEST video I’ve ever watched to help me with my junk journal creations

[@aletashort7563]

Your video is the first one that explained comprehensively, how to actually make a journal , other videos did not detail the process the way you did ❤thank you for walking us beginners through your easy step by step process. …I always knew I wanted to make a journals but nobody explained all the techniques and directions 😂the way you did . You are a teacher Extraordinaire ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Thanks Journal Professor 👩‍🏫 📚

[@ChrissyDesigned]

That’s so very sweet thank you! 💗

[@kayhoughton2010]

I love the way you explain and not rush through the it all. Thank you

[@debbikelley2357]

Best video of explaining how to make these. I just learned that these were a thing and I find them interesting. Thank you for doing this

[@jaynieroberts494]

I love the sound of the crinkly paper.

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Yes I agree! I especially love the crinkly sound of the stained/dyed papers. Lol 😄

[@donnagarrison187]

Me, too! I thought I was the only one!

[@mtblondie0036]

Omg i know im pretty late to the junk journal party but better late then never right lol but i agree i love tht sound and im glad im not the only one and i love the idea of dying a bunch at one time but my goodness i dnt think i have room in my craft room I've moved it upstairs in stepsons old room he got his own place and I've rezdid my craft room 3x times now well only did decor once i just redid soacing and moved it around and took out some old furniture to make room and i ran out of room again i told my fiance we need a much bigger house 😂 of course he laughed at me lom im new to junk journaling like i need another hobby but my dad ppoast away just 3yrs ago and my mom & i have lots of my daddys things and i want to make a little memory book like junk journal for my mom i think she will love it..i use to scrap book 12yrs ago when my babies were litte so i didnt have to buy much but who doesnt want or lime new craft items lol so thank you for this tutorial for beginners i saved it so i can watch it and re-watch it lol thank you

[@LenkaSaratoga]

The very first junk journal I ever see!!!!! LOVE IT 👍💚

[@zinniazen9923]

This was fun to watch! I remember back in elementary school mid 80s we made journals but we made the covers with card stock or cereal boxes and covered with fabric. We could put whatever we wanted in to our journal. I love the idea of junk journal for that creative out let.

[@keristevenson2757]

This is by far the best video start to finish I have ever seen! You should have classes, your instruction is perfect, and your voice is incredibly soft and relaxing…I can’t wait to watch part 2. I have watched so many videos, and been so overwhelmed, again,this is the best ever!

[@caryldeherrera8544]

This is my favorite video and how I learned how to put a journal together! I miss you! Hope all is well ..Blessings 🙏❤️🤗

[@juneribbons5196]

I love your journal. It's beautiful. I started makinjournals in 2019. My 1st ones were small and I learned as I made them. The next ones I completed were made using the bottoms from the large paper bags that my granddaughter brought home filled with her groceries from Winco. I tore the rest of the bags up and glued the pieces onto the bag bottoms. This gave them strength then I decorated them with the Garden Goddes paper pad. It had lots of sunflowers on many of the pages. They were birthday gifts for my great granddaughter who was turning 14 yrs old. She loves sunflowers and she loved both of the ones I made for her.

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Oh I love that idea! Very unique. 😀

[@lolitalolita7561]

Handmade gifts are the best! My mother in law made me a beautiful journal after my baby shower with the gift bags little things from the favors and anything with the theme. It has pockets with notes written by guests, little phrases and pictures of my baby shower up to the point when my daughter was born. She too has developed a nice knack for scrapbooking and journaling.

[@innovationsofhand3219]

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[@innovationsofhand3219]

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[@debbierutherford298]

Oh I wish I could see your finisished work

[@maryzelenka35]

Thank you so much for a great video. I am going to make one too. You made this so clear with great instructions. You removed the fear. Thanks for sharing this with us.

[@joannedonovan9489]

I've enjoyed watching you make this journal! I've only done 3-Hole Pamphlet Stitch, so 5-hole is new to me.

[@sharonpodrabsky1895]

Beautiful I love it great job!!!♥️♥️♥️

[@cerarod4248]

This is my favorite video! I use this video as an inspiration. Real junk journal at it's best.

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Thank you that’s very sweet. 💖 I’m so happy I could inspire you. I just love the whole process of re-using old things & vintage items for creating junk journals & having such a unique piece. It never gets old to me. Lol

[@aussiecbeer5644]

I am still watching this, and I love it. You are taking your time so we can hear your thoughts, and see it in real time-how long it taks. Thanks. You hav a new subscriber.

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Thank you so much 💗

[@ForTheLoveOfMike]

What a wonderful tutorial! Thank you so much for showing us how to sew the cover to the Junk Journal nice and slow so I can follow. You've inspired me 💙 Subscribed!

[@riapieterse5861]

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[@kathryncunningham8502]

I love the way you've made this so easy to newbies like me!! I'm pretty sure I can do this while watching you. Now off to part 2!!!

[@deliaflores436]

love how you took the time to show us step by step thanks! going to collect papers so i can make one with you.

[@annalangfrbanana8835]

hahah, well I am a teenager and I like these journals. Thank you for making the video the way you did, it’s very helpful!

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Thank you! 😁 I’ve noticed with my teenage nieces junk journals they always come up with something so cool that I wouldn’t think of. I think it’s yalls young brains thinking out side of the box. Lol

[@HaulerTime]

Great video. I just started my junk journal journey about a month ago. So I love these beginner style videos. TFS!

[@jenniferknowles7219]

I’m just starting out. I really appreciate this video and look forward to part 2. Thank you!!

[@CrafterKelliKelli]

Thank you! I’m a beginner. Happy to see this!

[@KittyGinaMeow]

Newbie here … I’m collecting items haven’t created any yet ❤ thank you

[@onceuponatime5205]

This video was very helpful to me. Thank you for taking the time to share this beginning process.

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Aww thank you! 💗

[@lauramisuraca4391]

Looking forward to part 2 video

[@dorisherrero8074]

Thank you for sharing. You explained the process of making a journal beautifully. I am going to try and make one for a friend birthday that’s coming up soon.

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Oh that’ll be so fun & they’ll really enjoy the handmade gift! 💗

[@magdahearne497]

Thanks for taking the mystery out of how to make a junk journal... I can't wait to see the finished item, & that cover paper is so pretty 💖

[@jennylawson1980]

Your video showed up on my news feed and I am glad it did. Ty for breaking it down and explaining the process in a way that is easy to understand

[@cynthiaroberson13]

Thank you so much I am gathering papers and going to rewatch and pause as I go.

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Thank you! I’m so glad I could help. 😁

[@susanjenison2776]

Excellent instructions. I can't wait to make 1

[@sharonpodrabsky1895]

A very lovely journal what a great Mother’s Day’s gift 💝 ❤❤❤

[@Danc34rt]

Thank you for detailed explanation.

[@Eversew139]

I discovered this method of using a manila envelope years ago and used it with a girls group to create mini journals that they were really proud of. I enjoyed your different approach to using the envelope. it really is lovely and I appreciate your thorough explanation of the process which was also relaxing to watch. I see a new junk journal in my near future.

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Thank you so much 💗

[@sherylpiche9878]

Thank you so much! This is a great place for me to start. I've never made one before, and this is very inspiring. I don't feel so intimidated now. Getting started before seemed a little overwhelming. Keep up the great work!

[@kimberlygibbs8513]

I completely am in agreement with you, still trying to find out what a signature is

[@ChrissyDesigned]

A signature is just the group of papers in the middle of the cardboard covers. The signature is what you attach to the spine. It’s just the main pages of the journal. Depending on the size of your spine you can have multiple signatures (groups of pages). I hope this helps. Please let me know if you have any more questions I can help with! 😁

[@SophieBaby0527]

✔️ thanks for sharing...love the ideas

[@beckyberquist1340]

Hi, Just came across your video and i enjoyed it very much. Thanks for showing us throughly

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Thank you 💗

[@theunknownsource8317]

OMG! I LOVE THE VIDEO! Thank you for sharing!

[@amyt6254]

Wow! Your video is amazing in it’s detail, so easy to understand! Thank you so much!

[@tootsfour956]

This is wonderful. You help us see how easy it could be to make a junk journal. Thank you! BLESSINGS

[@junespraggon9657]

a fabulous first jurnal , thank you .

[@RosianePacheco]

Thank tou for sharing How tou do your journal! I loved and gonna try It!

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Thank you 😊

[@teristewart5473]

I can’t wait to create a journal in your style! Thanks for being so clear and offering step by step. You make it look so easy!! 👍🏼

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Thank you 😊

[@leotapentecost]

I’ve hard fabric trac go solid on me not the best glue to keep for long time. Great glue though I’ve used it on fabric but not paper. Great instructions

[@ionacharles8509]

This has been very inspiring for me. I have looked at other videos but your instructions nailed it. I didn’t understand what a junk journal was so thank you!!! Cannot wait to look at part two. I might just try this junk journaling thing. So once again thank you 😍🥰

[@janetthomas2418]

I'm a newbie also, can't wait to make one! You make it so, so EASY👍Thank you.

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Thank you! 😁 I always hope I’m showing how easy it is because they don’t have to be complicated & will still be just as awesome as all the others.

[@elizabethmorgan2513]

This is a great video for a beginner like me! I think I can actually do this AND have fun! Thnx so much!, !

[@vincieoneill3073]

Thank you I am a real novice and you explained it all so well thanks

[@margem6623]

Very nice video and a beautiful cover. Enjoy these kinds of videos.

[@craftyone5419]

You are very clear explaining as you go, I am a new subscriber!💚💛

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Thank you 💗

[@kikilovesrain247]

Thank you for this easy, step-by-step tutorial!! :)

[@damontracyvis1017]

Thanks for being so thorough in your tutorial! I love the idea of using the env in the center to hide the strings. Mine came out great! 💜

[@lisaarace2951]

I just subscribed to your channel, this is all new to me, I’ve been trying to make my first junk journal, and this is so far the best and I just love it 💖 and I can’t wait to start my junk journal journey.

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Thank you! 😁 Once you have made one you will be making them any chance you get. Lol 😁

[@mtblondie0036]

Thts wht im afraid of i know i will right now ive got 3 to do one for my mom of my dad and one for mom in law of hubbys dad and one for my daughter shes getting married in seotember to give for xmas gift of photos from the time they met so i need son in laws helo pto get some items i dnt have lol so he wont be surprised lol i just love this idea

[@bmcdonald1172]

So much fun to watch!! ❤️

[@ChristineJonah88]

I love how you show how to make it.

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Thank you! 😁

[@evelynoconnell4895]

Thank you very much Chrissy, it has made the "where to begin" so much easier to understand in your step by step process. I am looking forward to watching the fun process in part 2 and attempting my first journal. Keep up the good work!

[@ursulahutchins1560]

So easy, I love it. I like the sound of the paper. Beautiful cover💖⚘

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Thank you!! 😁

[@baukjelem]

Hi,many thanks for sharing this video. Finally someone who can easily explain it to beginners. This has helped me a lot. love from the Netherlands ✂️🖌️✏️🎨🌺💕

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Thank you 😊

[@healwithmetoday]

I’m just starting my first junk journal. This video really helped me know how to start it. Thank you so much for sharing this ❤️🙏

[@lindakirkman]

Love your video love the way you do step by step so easy to follow going to try never done a junk journal Thank you

[@nynurse2]

I am brand new to this and OMG! You are such a great teacher! You have the BEST video for newbie’s to Junk Journaling! Thank you 🙏 so much! I have just subscribed to your channel and I can’t wait to view part 2.. 👍👍👍

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@Sheree-aka-SherryLynn]

This is older, but so useful to me RIGHT NOW! Thanks!

[@askmamalouise7605]

Absolutely Awesomeness!!! Thank you for sharing & inspiring creative flow!!!

[@clairestrong834]

I’m new to junk journaling. This really helped me see how to put one together. Thanks so much. Excellent job!!😊

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Thank you! 💗

[@tcatzmeow]

Great beginner guide , thank you.

[@livingauthenticallyonmyownterm]

I’m new to junk journals and found your channel. Loved to see how you put your journal together. So cute! Thanks for the inspiration Chrissy.

[@jj-kr5hi]

Love this!! You Rock!!

[@margie7596]

Great journal and very good tutorial! Thank you so much!

[@katrinavigil6041]

Quick Tip: I just wanted to let you know that I also like dying my own items. What you need to do to make them thinner is as they're drying put them in an old book. Don't completely let him dry so let's say you use a blow-dryer or embosser to partial dry it, that's fine but don't completely dry it keep partially damp so when you put it in the book it makes it flat again and if it's a lot of items in your book then all you have to do you know add more books or I add my beads on top of it whatever I have available that's smaller and heavy to weigh it down. Periodically you do still want to pull them out and let them dry and if it seems like they're fluffing up again you just put them back in the book.

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Oh cool thank you 💗

[@vickimontemayor3262]

Just subscribed. You explained a lot today. I'm a 73 yr old newbie at junk journaling.😁

[@jessicadraper1935]

I just gave my niece the different kinds of journals for Christmas, she LOVES them mind you she’s only 4!!! But i think junk journals for most ppl bring out their imagination!

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Aww that’s awesome! 😁 You can never start to early with journaling especially for kids. It helps in so many ways. I make them for my kids all the time. Even my 6 yr old son will draw pictures of his dreams (kind of like a dream picture diary lol) in his pac man journal I made him. & I’ve got most of my teenage nieces journaling now too. Lol Happy Holidays to you & your family! 🥳

[@mimiweddle669]

Thank you!! So informative! I’m a newbie and need all the help I can get!! First time I joined your channel…anxious to see part two!!!!❤️

[@cindy1274]

Ty for video. I love junk journaling, as sometimes my mistakes turn out cool!I use mostly things around the house. K wish I could show u mine.plus I like fat chunky ones lol

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Yes that’s the best part isn’t it! Lol I wish I could see everyone’s journals I always get to hear about them but never see them.

[@sharonpodrabsky1895]

Hi this is my first time seeing your videos!!! From Oregon 😊

[@Samantha-qj9wq]

Best possible choice I could've made for my beginners video on making my own junk journal. I get how to make it now and I'm gonna start as soon as I'm done watching the second part. And maybe the one about teastaining and coffee staining without an oven, I'm intrigued on that. Thank you so much, dollie !!

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Thank you! That’s very sweet of you to say. I’m really glad that it was helpful to you! 😁

[@marmaz57]

Such a great tutorial. Thank you!

[@antoniaortiz310]

loved the tutorial. Thank you.

[@Nathalieroy2624]

Very cool, thanks

[@tspacefullstop4161]

This was a great tutorial, good explanations and easy to follow. Thank you.

[@kemrenae]

WOW This Soooooo, Much Fun!!!💛💛💛

[@ChrissyDesigned]

It really is! 😁 I’m happy you are having fun with it! 💗

[@donut1007]

I made a journal using a folder with "tang fastener", 3 holes. I find it is too tight and pages don't turn easily. I bet you have a solution! This was my first attempt and you made it so much easier with you awesome videos. Thank you for sharing your gifts.

[@wendl15]

Beautiful and you have a lovely voice❤️

[@joycecrowder1337]

Thank you for doing this video. This is awesome. Now maybe I might be able to start one of these journals 😊💞

[@ChrissyDesigned]

You’re welcome 😊 they are a lot of fun to make 💗

[@starbright1256]

New subscriber. Thank you for this! I'm excited to create along with you!

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Thank you! 😁

[@TheJoynoel]

I love your tutorials. They are easy to understand and you are so down to earth. I have been searching for some like yours. Thank you for the time you take. :)

[@ChrissyDesigned]

That is so very sweet! Thank you! 😁

[@lazybunnyhomestead]

Watching in 2022. Just found out about junk journals and I would love to make some. Thank you for sharing. Also new sub from Kentucky!

[@ChrissyDesigned]

That’s awesome! You’ll have so much fun! Thank you!! 😁

[@cheryldelvalley5942]

Great teacher

[@tinaivery8962]

Awesome tutorial. I feel like I can do this one. Thank you so much for sharing and making this video.

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Thank you! 😁

[@patriciaoliveros8692]

Yo sólo hablo español, pero me encantó todas sus artesanías y como lo explica con tanto cariño y detalle le entendí y por eso me suscribí a su canal, muchas felicidades y abrazos

[@marjo_loves_art]

Thank you this was fantastic!

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Thank you. 💗

[@fernanton8370]

Hi , I love the cover . Very pretty. This is my first video. I enjoyed watching. You have a beautiful voice. Pleasant to listen too . 💞💕💞

[@skuhrt1274]

Wow!!! What a awesome tutorial I am new to this and your video Is the best . Thanks 😊

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Thank you so much! 😁

[@soniabergeron8711]

Awesome journal for beginners.

[@janetcarrier313]

Beautiful...I really like the way you kept it simple, and different from other journal videos.

[@brendadavisscrapitydoda1284]

I'm new here, I subscribed, love junk journaling, so much fun to create. Love the way you put this all together, great job.

[@veronicaestrada2816]

Ty you explaimed it so well I am very motivated

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Thank you 😊

[@ck1427]

I just started my first one!! Thanks for the inspiration 😊 I was coffee/tea staining papers today, my husband had no idea what was going on 🥳

[@ChrissyDesigned]

Too funny! Lol 😂

[@mariad4183]

Lovely! tyfs dear!

[@LynnFJohnson]

#replay Texas Sprinkled Thank you! I am new and this is so helpful!