JOURNAL VIDEOS & SUPPLIES
Want to learn how I journal and what supplies I use? Below are links to a couple of the best instructional videos for starting out, as well as my favorite supplies.
How to make your own journal:
Part 1 - Creating a journal from an old book: https://youtu.be/Kug5N_uqleQ?si=g4nuE8fd0wEPw-gS
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Part 2 - Decorating the journal: https://youtu.be/1gQjg6NxltM?si=sHusJRiW0J4Kcz1Q
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Book covers:
Black book cloth: https://amzn.to/3W1G3vQ
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Book board: https://amzn.to/4ciVDJp
*Note: If using this book board, I highly recommend spraying both sides with a clear acrylic spray before applying any glue to keep the boards from warping when the water-based glue is applied.
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Clear acrylic spray: https://amzn.to/3L2scPR
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Bookbinding glue: https://amzn.to/3xDr3uP
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1.5" Paintbrushes for spreading glue: https://amzn.to/3VJ035k
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3 - 4 mm Jute cord: https://amzn.to/4eHHEyo
For creating spine ridges
Pages:
Parchment paper: https://amzn.to/3zpJKms
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Bookbinding hole punch cradle: https://amzn.to/3XN7Xgv
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​Tapestry needles: https://amzn.to/4ck0RV3
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Pearl cotton thread: https://amzn.to/4eJ3LnV
Decoration:
Fabri-tac glue: https://amzn.to/3RSdhLN
(either this or the tacky glue work well and dry clear)
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Tacky glue: https://amzn.to/3xGLh75
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Filigree: https://amzn.to/4eGGqDv
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1/4" satin ribbon for bookmarks: https://amzn.to/4bmd2iZ
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Art glitter glue with precision tip: https://amzn.to/4bo24cH
It's not glittery. It dries clear, so I don't know why they call it glitter glue. I just love the precision applicator for gluing on small pieces. You can use this glue or just get some small bottles with precision applicators and use the bookbinding glue.
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Scotch glue sticks: https://amzn.to/3VKCYPJ
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Scrapbook paper: https://amzn.to/45PibyT
Tip: Scrapbook paper typically comes in 2 different weights - either paper weight or card stock. The descriptions online aren't always the best at telling you which type you're going to get. Use a lighter weight paper in the 20 - 24 lb range for all of your journal pages. Use the card stock weight (typically 64-80 lb) for the end pages that you glue on the inner book cover to hide the bookcloth edges.
Walnut distress ink: https://amzn.to/3xr0oS8
For making paper appear aged​
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Distress ink applicators: https://amzn.to/3zl1OOD
Tools:
Score board: https://amzn.to/3W1A36r
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Bone folder: https://amzn.to/3xCUcGy
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Carl the paper cutter: https://amzn.to/4bquSkQ
Yes, I really do call him Carl...
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Brayer: https://amzn.to/3xLDTan
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Rotary cutter for fabric: https://amzn.to/3L6fsry
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Clear quilting ruler: https://amzn.to/4bo2U9l
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Center finding ruler: https://amzn.to/4borCqb
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Cutting mats: https://amzn.to/45LkfYM