Traveler’s Notebook Set Up & Happy Mail

[@kiwipenguin1126]

Yay, a new video! Wow, Louise's ephemera holder is such a great idea! 😍 The leather folder is a check book, but when I realised it has the measurements of a TN I bought one for you as well as one for me. You always come to my mind when I see orange things! 💛 The tote is from a drugstore which has new colour totes every now and then. And when they are damaged or you don't like them you can exchange them for a new one. The hedgehog writes "many greetings" in German, it was from an old notepad I found in my Mums stuff and I love hedgehogs. The coaster wasn't that hard to make, I'm happy you like it! 😘 And if you come to Germany you can stay at my place, so you don't have to save up that much. 😉♥️ We do have very good wine here, too! 😉🍷 I really should try and comment AFTER watching! 😆 Your covers are both beautiful, but I like the back with the coffee theme an little bit more. 😘

[@aliaquas3611]

I absolutely love the crochet coffee cup, the orange tote, and the leather folder you gifted Ali!!! These are all just lovely items @kiwipenguin ☺️💕

[@dabblinginjournals]

Oh bless you…what a lovely message. Maybe, if I ever get well, I will visit you on Germany. We never know what joy the future may hold. Sending hugs, Ali xxx

[@sherrygraham8650]

Ali, I was just starting to worry about you, so glad to hear that all is on the mend now. Both covers were lovely but I loved the colors on the back. I am learning so much about layering from you and Louise.

[@dabblinginjournals]

Oh bless you, thank you. I’m sure I will get through this difficult patch and get back to making more videos soon! Xxxx

[@brendadela3280]

Here’s to a speedy recovery for your son. Having someone to talk to specifically about CPSTD is so important. I appreciate that you are comfortable talking about that without pushing yourself beyond your boundaries. I truly enjoy watching your videos; it’s like a treat for me. 😊

[@dabblinginjournals]

Thank you so much for your kind words. I appreciate you taking the trouble to comment. My best wishes to you, Ali xxx

[@dawnhickie798]

So lovely to see you back Ali and please pass on a speedy recovery to your son. What fabulous happy mail to come home to! I will be really interested in your new health journal and hope that you relate well with your new therapist. The journal community is so lovely and of course we are all here for you 😊 you bring such a joy with your videos, it’s such a pleasure to watch and listen to you. I like both of the journal covers you made but probably the back is my favourite. ❤️

[@dabblinginjournals]

Thank you so much for your lovely, kind and supportive message. I am so happy to have ‘met’ you Dawn. Sending hugs, Ali xx

[@susankellett3005]

Both are so beautiful! Thank you for sharing, this video was very enjoyable 🇨🇦😊

[@chrismorley3074]

I like both sides as much. They look fantastic. I am so pleased that I found your Channel Ali, as I am in the UK also. Really lovely content and Narrative. Thanks for sharing 😊😊 Chris.

[@dabblinginjournals]

I’m glad you like my channel and I’m happy to ‘meet’ you! Ali x

[@tortagialla]

Get well soon to your son! I know how life takes over and time flies! ❤

[@dabblinginjournals]

Thank you so much 😘😘😘

[@lyndean2291]

Hi Ali, Hope Theodore is making a speedy recovery. Lovely to see you back journaling again. I always find your videos so relaxing and you always make me laugh at some point. Both covers look great. I love the colours and particularly the journal sticker on the front cover, and the composition on the back is just perfect. Isn’t it amazing how you can move things around and suddenly you just think ‘right, that’s it’. We went to Germany about 17 years ago and did a trip along the ‘Romantic Road’ in Bavaria. We did a ‘Fairy Tale’ Xmas trip and had such a great time. We did indeed see some wonderful castles and all sorts of other beautiful things and places. Germany is very beautiful - definitely keep it on your list.

[@dabblinginjournals]

Oooh thank you for sharing your experience of Germany, and thank you also for your kind words, I appreciate it, Ali xxxx

[@suzanne4258]

I actually like both, too. I am definitely on your side and am rooting for you! You've taught me so much and I greatly appreciate your kind thoughts and bits of wisdom. Speedy recovery for your son!

[@dabblinginjournals]

Thank you so much Suzanne, you’re always so very kind and I appreciate it so much! Xxxx

[@JackieXje]

Hey Ali, how cute, everyone and me missed you. So glad to see that you are okay. I'am sorry for Theodoor. Hope he is doing well now. I loved your video!!!💖 glad you are back. 💙💝😍🥰

[@dabblinginjournals]

Thank you so much Jackie! Theodore is all recovered! Phew! Sending you hugs, Ali xxx

[@SquibbleDesign]

I like both the front and the back of the insert, your collages always look great! I hope your son gets better soon! 💖

[@dabblinginjournals]

Thank you so much for your kind words, sending hugs, Ali xxx

[@marieee505]

So relieved your son is on the mend, scary stuff. Glad you’re doing better as well. I’m glad you know you have many friends that deeply care about you and your family. And what wonderful happy mail! The collages are gorgeous, can’t decide which side I like the best. Good luck with the new Dr.

[@dabblinginjournals]

Thank you so much Marie, I so appreciate your kind comment xxxx

[@coffeeteapaper]

Phew…I was starting to have serious Ali withdrawal symptoms 😅 I’m sorry to hear that Theo hasn’t been well, hope his recovery is speedy and you and Ewan are starting to recover from the stress of a 3am emergency trip…those are not fun. I was hoping my mail would be a post holiday pick me up so I’m glad the timing worked out. I’m running low on those lovely washi stickers too so whenever I find something similar I’ve been trying to grab them. Those two collections of the washi labels and paper labels are what I’ve found so far. I knew you’d like them too! 😂 Love both your front and back covers, the bonus of a short insert, more regular deco opportunities! Yay! Also yay for new treatment approaches and plans! Onwards and upwards! 😘 PS: I do love me a German castle…I’ve been fortunate enough to stay in a few and even have Christmas in one! It was very chilly but super fun! 💕Louise

[@dabblinginjournals]

What a lovely message as always, thank you so much. I’m still struggling but I hope to get a new video up soon. I really enjoy making them, but the editing not so much 🤣🤣 My dogs are super barky at the moment. So I have to edit out all their noise. They always seem to know when I’m feeling rotten and their guarding behaviour increases! I shall be dreaming of Christmas in. German castle later, what a lovely experience! Sending hugs, Ali xxx

[@linsefton454]

Hi Ali. So sorry yourself and your Son have suffered! Speedy recovery to you both. Huge hugs for your new therapist, I hope it goes well, time will tell. Fabulous video as always ×

[@dabblinginjournals]

Thank you so much!I I really appreciate your kind words, Ali xxx

[@bujodogabs]

Hey there, Ali! Lovely things you got! Thanks for sharing

[@dabblinginjournals]

Thanks for watching! I hope you are doing well! Ali xxx

[@SandandInk]

Hi - so glad I found your channel - loved listening to you and seeing your creativity - inspiring!

[@dabblinginjournals]

Thank you so much and I’m very pleased to ‘meet’ you! I find it hard to believe that viewers find me inspiring…but I’m so happy that you do! Sending my best wishes, Ali xxx

[@jessicasblack]

The front and back were both lovely but I love the back. It's fall here so the darker and neutral colors are appealing to me right now.

[@dabblinginjournals]

Yes, me too! I think fall is my favourite season 😃😃😃

[@SnippetsandScraps]

Hi Ali, happy to hear that both you and your son are feeling better. You are so right, the journaling community is really kind and supportive. And we definitely are always by your side 😊 Lovely happy mails and I’m so intrigued by that leather insert. I read the comment that it’s actually a cheque book! I might have to check out that shop haha 🤭 Take care ❤️

[@kiwipenguin1126]

Gusti Leder is a great shop, they are transparent how the products are made and they take care that their workers are getting a fair wage. Just be careful, they have a stationery section too with beautiful notebooks in A5... 😘

[@dabblinginjournals]

Thank you so much for your kind words. I am very happy to have ‘met’ you! Sending hugs, Ali xxxx

[@PinkLeoley]

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[@aliaquas3611]

Love the small pouches you got Ali!! Would love to know where they are from, I would love one for my smaller bits and pieces - would help me organize 😅

[@dabblinginjournals]

I got them from cultpens.com But they were in a sale and I think they are sold out now. Xxxx

[@joannewalker6257]

Hi, lovely to see you Ali, I hope your sons recovery is going well ❤ I’m lucky enough to be going to the TRC stamp caravan in Auckland next week. Do you have their stamps or would you like me to collect so for you for your next happy mail? Jo xxx

[@dabblinginjournals]

Clearly I am too slow replying to your comment. But thank you so much for thinking of me. I hope you really enjoyed the event! Sending hugs, Ali xxx

[@Emilywilson10222]

So glad to see you back!! I hope you and your son are both doing better!! Do you know where you got that Japanese style postcard from? I’m sure it isn’t but that symbol looks very…German 1940s 😂. Could be the early Christian symbol but seems unlikely if it’s Japanese. Would be interested to know, you know me, history nerd! 😂 I have yet to archive my Canada journal from over a year ago! I keep mine in my travelers hotel one too and flick through all the time. Where did you get the little fabric envelopes you use for ephemera? They look perfect for little bits and pieces that can easily get lost!

[@kiwipenguin1126]

That's what I thought, but it is the other way round and wasn't it a symbol for the sun in ancient Egypt??

[@Emilywilson10222]

@@kiwipenguin1126 oh maybe! Though I’ve always seen that symbol as a disk? I’m not educated in ancient Egyptian history as much though! I know it’s not the exact symbol we first thought because that’s on a tilt but you can get variations I think? Would be interesting to know if it means something in Japanese past or contemporary culture!

[@dabblinginjournals]

I got the postcard from an Etsy shop, now closed. So I have no idea where is came from! The little fabric envelopes I got from cultpens.com But they were in a sale so I’m not sure whether they still have them 🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️ xxxxx

[@StaceyHeathxoxo]

Would love to see a Halloween setup

[@dabblinginjournals]

Ooooh that’s a good idea! You have inspired me lol. I will share a Halloween set up soon! Xxxx

[@mariab424]

Viele Gruse means Many Greetings

[@dabblinginjournals]

Thank you! Xxxx

[@yunabraswell9388]

Both