TIPS and IDEAS for finishing junk journal tags - perfect for beginners

Let’s take a few unfinished tags and complete them, even down to the fluffy pulls on top. Along the way, I share some tips on how to make the whole process easier and actually get them done!
A couple of things I reference in this video:
Building a tag base, starting with the back - • A super-fast way to ma...
DIY labels - • So easy and fun to mak...
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If you’re looking for more junk journal ponderings…. Last summer, I made a limited-series podcast about all my deep thoughts regarding junk journaling. It’s free on the Spotify app! Search for “Ordinary Paper” or link here:
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Note that in the first episode, I mention that I was doing a podcast because I didn’t think I had enough ideas for a KZbin channel. Things (happily) went a different way, so ummm, never mind on that!

[@PatriciaFrancis-ck9xo]

I love the idea of a tiny stamp on the reverse side of the tags. Thanks for the idea. ❤

[@annekenlon]

Oh, I’m so glad you liked that! It’s such a little thing, but makes a big impact. Thank you for watching!

[@triniacosta5012]

CREATIVIDAD en plena vida. Gracias por compartir y regalar momentos de alegrías

[@annekenlon]

Muchas gracias, Trini, y te deseo todas las bendiciones que esta temporada de Pascua pueda traer.

[@user-my8wr1bf3i]

This is one of my favorites, Anne. I absolutely loved the two tags we saw you create, but how clever of you to do the others you did after taping on your before and after at the end. You’re so clever, Anne. Thanks, my dear sister!

[@annekenlon]

Sweet Marge, thank you so much! It makes me so happy to know that you enjoyed this! ❤️❤️❤️

[@pampirtle6348]

I really love using napkins over book page. I love the brightness of your floral napkin. As I was watching your video I was cutting up some cardstock scraps so that I can make some tags and journal cards tomorrow. You inspired me to clean up some of the scraps and make those tags and journal cards. Thank you for sharing❤😊.

[@annekenlon]

Oh thank you, Pam! I'm honored that you'd be crafting right along with me!

[@june-babyjane1]

Beautiful tags. I love making tags and I love the idea of tying the material with thread. Thank you for these tips xxxxx

[@annekenlon]

Thanks for watching, I really appreciate it!

[@Judymontel]

Love how you work - and thank you so much for the before and after photos at the end - serious inspiration!

[@annekenlon]

Oh, wow, what a sweet thing to say - you're so thoughtful, thank you! Each one took a little longer to do than expected, so I was glad for the chance to just finish others and then share the pix - glad that worked for you. I did end up getting a lot done! Thanks for watching!

[@brian_medlock_collage]

BEAUTIFUL TAGS ANNE...TFS...LOVE YOUR STYLE ALWAYS...LOVE MY ANNE TAG OF RAYS OVER MY DOOR! ❤B

[@annekenlon]

You make me smile, Brian! Thank you so much!

[@Roadtaken-fi1cd]

These tips are so incredibly helpful! Thanks Anne!

[@annekenlon]

Oh, I’m so happy! Thanks so much for letting me know - I appreciate you!

[@Fit_Kitty]

Cute tags, Anne, as well as the before-and-after tags you shared at the end. Great tips too. I like to stamp on the backs of my tags as well ; it's like a little surprise when you turn the tag around. Have a great day!

[@annekenlon]

You're right, that extra stamp is definitely a little delightful surprise! Have fun with yours, and thanks, as always, for watching!

[@blasfamily9307]

Great video thank you for sharing! I love the tag corner template idea I’m making one now !! 😊

[@annekenlon]

Yay! Thank you for telling me - you'll find it very useful, I know!

[@mrscomarte3248]

Hi Anne! Thank you so much for these precious tips about making tags!🩷🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@annekenlon]

Thank you for watching, as always! I appreciate you!

[@karenjohnson8483]

Pretty tags! Thank you for your tag tips.

[@annekenlon]

Thanks for watching! I really appreciate it!

[@joannequagliara6073]

Very nice ❤I’ve never done junk journals but I love what you do. Just started watching you and I’m really digging it.

[@annekenlon]

Many, many thanks!

[@jennr7500]

Wow! Did those tags get fully dressed up! I liked each one - the imagination in the bird nest and eggs, the little partial bird on back! So sweet! The most daring completion? The floral napkin! I’m glad you went with the sunflower alone. I was doubtful about it but once completed, beautiful! And the fold over portions? Just perfect! The before and after of the others were great! Oh and I like the way you tied off the fabric and lace ribbons! Some great inspiration! I need a bowlful of incomplete tags first! 🤭 speaking of bowl … the handmade bowl in its first full length video! 😊 nice! Nice! Loved the Fred Flintstone boulder reference too! Ya ba daba DO! (May autocorrect leave that alone!) ❤TFS!

[@annekenlon]

I'm glad. you caught the reference to the Modern Stone-Age Family! Thanks, Jenn, as always, for your delightful observations - so glad you're out there!

[@jennr7500]

@@annekenlon ❤️❣️

[@user-xg5vv4bz8c]

Really like your ideas for tags

[@annekenlon]

Thank you, I really do appreciate your watching!

[@carolthomas9814]

I just found your channel, and I love it!

[@annekenlon]

Carol, thank you so much! I’m delighted you’ve joined me here - we’re having some fun! ✂️📚❤️

[@user-ym8nn2nb7b]

Brilliant tip to use a gift card as a template for making tags. First time here, really enjoyed your tutorial and tags. The metal punch, what is it called & where can it be purchased? Glue you use? This is new to me, glad you showed up on my feed❤🥰 Thx. Brenda

[@annekenlon]

Thanks so much! 😊 So happy you're here! The punch is the Crop-a-Dile Big Bite 2 - you can find it on Amazon but if you have access to a JoAnn's or a similar craft store, you may be able to get a better deal. I think they're running around $40 now - pricey but worth it. I think I used two types of glue - a UHU glue stick for thin papers and Art Glitter Glue for slightly thicker stuff or spot-gluing. There's no glitter in Art Glitter Glue - that's just the brand name. It's a strong, fast-drying paper-to-paper glue and I also get it on Amazon or from the online store called "MayMay Made It" (I like their service) - I purchased the metal tip separately, as it helps me apply a very thin stream of glue and I use less overall. Hope this helps, and thanks for watching!