Steampunk Junk Journal - Flip Through

A final flip-through of finished Steampunk junk journal. I am showing lots of fun steampunk journal ideas for page embellishing inside, journal pockets and tucks and ideas for journal tags and cards. I have a number of embellishing techniques represented in the journal, including how to use digital prints in a journal and how to alter these digitals, distressing with inks and paint, and using fibers, lace and metal in a journal.
The cover is from that single color, chocolate colored Reader’s Digest book and I’ve made that into a lovely mixed media cover for the journal. I’ve used a dry brushed and blended paint technique together with texture paste and two die-cuts to create the steampunk mood. The cover size is 7 and 3/4 inches by 5 and 1/2 inches and a 1.25-inch spine. I have used a lot of cream colored cotton lace on the edges of the pages, to mimic a ruffled petticoat! The cover also has a brushed silver button with a simple hair tie closure.
There are 25 pockets and tuck spots in the journal for collecting papers and notes and these are stuffed with 28 pieces of ephemera - some are creatively recycled from junky papers and one is a beautifully original antique railroad document with space on the back for journaling.
This journal is for a swap on the Junk Journal Junkies facebook group. It’s been fun to play along with other talented journal makers. The journal is also my design team project for StacyStories on Etsy and I have used Stacy’s Vintage Grungy Steampunk digital kit - fun papers and great steampunk images!
Here is the link to that kit along with four other videos related to this project. www.etsy.com/listing/51770967...
Bursting Butterflies digital kit - www.etsy.com/listing/54915579...
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[@cathydempsey5297]

Steampunkilicious! WONDERFUL!

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thanks Cathy - what a great word. Love steampunk!

[@southernbiscuits1275]

I admire how neat you are in your crafting. This is a lovely project excellently executed.

[@BeAgainBooks]

Oh that is a true compliment! Thank you so much.

[@katrina7259]

Absolutely wonderful! I love this journal!

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thank you Katrina! That makes me happy!

[@diananortman2905]

This is absolute gorgeous.💕

[@BeAgainBooks]

Aww- thanks Diana!

[@buttonsforbrains]

Wow! It’s fabulous 🥰

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thanks so much Liz!

[@debrasanders4530]

I love it!

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thank you Debra!

[@lesliespeers2739]

BEAUTIFUL!!! TFS * L

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thank you Leslie!

[@kerynokeeffe9133]

You use wonderful techniques and have awesome ideas for your journals, Kathleen. Your swap partner will love your gift to her! Thank you for taking us along on the creating of this one! 😀💞

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thank you Keryn! Swaps are so fun and I haven’t done one in quite a long time.

[@nancypyter1511]

This is a beautiful journal Kathleen!

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thank you so much Nancy!

[@kathyanstine4472]

Surprised to hear South Omaha! I live in Omaha! 😊

[@BeAgainBooks]

How fun! You probably know about railroads then, haha.

[@CameliaCraftsDesigns]

I've really enjoyed watching you make this journal. It's gorgeous😊💜

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thanks so much - I’m glad you enjoyed the process!

[@johannelpaquin]

It’s a beautiful Steampunk journal! Love it 🤎☀️🧡

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thanks so much Johanne!

[@deniselini1366]

Another work of art Kathleen!!🥰that cover is just gorgeous!!

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thank you Denise!

[@Rachel-JournalsReimagined]

Love this beauty! Loved watching this series; thank you for sharing! I’ve been wondering about Kate……. Is she ok?? Hugs to you both……. Rachel

[@BeAgainBooks]

Thank you Rachel! It was a pleasure making this. Kate is well - just very busy with my grandkids, haha. Back to school, fall holidays, kids needs - just such a lot to do.

[@brsytejob5964]

Fabulously done! I loved watching the whole process for this journal! I have learned a lot from your videos, so thank you. Very inspirational! :)

[@BeAgainBooks]

Oh thank you for sticking with me - I'm so glad the process was useful!

[@MyScrapYardJournalsAndSuch]

I love how your cover turned out!! For the closure, have you ever tried blue jean buttons? They are attached similar to the hitch post, but much more sturdier than a button. Nice job!!

[@BeAgainBooks]

What a great suggestion! Thanks so much for the feedback and for watching.

[@CoriDahmen]

My apologies if this has already been asked, but is this journal for sale? It is wonderful and I'd be honored to purchase it if it is available. Thank you.

[@CoriDahmen]

I just heard that it's for a swap partner. Lucky recipient!

[@BeAgainBooks]

Ahh, Cori - I am honored by your request. Yes, it is reserved for the swap. I have two other steampunk journals that I haven’t filmed yet. Steampunk is my absolute favorite way to make a journal. One can just be as creative as “no boundaries” allows, haha.

[@CoriDahmen]

@@BeAgainBooks well, then I will look forward to seeing if you post those to your shop. Thank you 😊