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Create Stunning Copper Patina Backgrounds for Your Junk Journal | Easy Tutorial
In today's video, I'll show you how to create a stunning acrylic copper patina background page for your junk journal. This easy step-by-step tutorial will help you add a unique, vintage Steampunk touch to your journal pages and give you unique papers to play with for other elements such as pockets. I’ll show the materials you'll need, techniques for achieving that perfect patina effect, and tips for layering and blending colors.
Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, this project is perfect for all skill levels. Don't forget to like, if you want to help my channel and subscribe if you wish to stay updated on more creative tutorials. Let's get started on making your junk journal truly one-of-a-kind!
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Imagine a World - Introducing the Steampunk Style
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Victorian elegance meets steam powered innovation and a new world is born. Come along as I explain the essentials of the steampunk style. Today, I am diving into the magical world of steampunk, an enchanting blend of vintage aesthetics and futuristic imagination. If you love the look of Victorian-era fashion mixed with gears, clockwork, and a touch of fantasy all wrapped up in velvet cloth, the...
Steampunk Art Piece -Flipthrough
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This is truly functional art! Step into a world of vintage allure and mechanical wonder with this unique, one-of-a-kind steampunk art journal. Crafted meticulously by hand, this journal is a true masterpiece, blending the charm of the Victorian era with the grit and innovation of industrial design. In this video flipthrough, I will give you a detailed look at each page of the journal with close...
Eclectic Style: Retro "Happy Mail" Junk Journal (SOLD)
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Step back in time with me as we flip through the second eclectic junk journal with a fun, retro vibe! I’ll guide you through each page of a nostalgic creation, filled with a mix of retro vibes, artistic flair, and eclectic ephemera. This junk journal combines the charm of the past with the creativity of the present and features everything from retro wallpaper, vintage maps and hand dyed paper t...
Artistic Ideas: Detailed Tour of an Eclectic Junk Journal (SOLD)
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Here is the first beautiful eclectic junk journal - the original blue paisley “Robin” jounal, bursting with artistic embellishments and vintage ephemera! I’m sharing a detailed tour of this unique junk journal, showcasing an array of elements that make it truly one-of-a-kind. From junk mail envelopes and vintage trims, to hand-painted pages and quirky cards, every detail is crafted with love an...
Textural Collage - 5 Decorative Journal Pockets
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Welcome to BeAgainBooks! In today's video, I'm going to show you how to create captivating textural collages on five different decorative pockets for your junk journal. These pockets not only add functionality but also bring a whole new level of artistic flair to your journal. Join me as I walk you through the process step-by-step, using a mix of materials and techniques to achieve beautiful, t...
Using Texture in an Eclectic Journal: Easy Ideas
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In today's video, I’m exploring how to add texture to bring your junk journal pages to life. Whether you're a seasoned junk journal maker or a beginner looking to enhance your crafting skills, this tutorial is perfect for you. I’m going to show a variety of techniques to add depth and dimension to your journal pages. I’m using materials you likely already have, as well as at least one unique it...
Discover Hidden Journaling in a Pocket Tag
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It’s a tag and it’s a pocket with a clever hidden journaling space as a bonus! AND it’s easy peasy! I’m sharing a new template for the CUTEST junk journal tag ever! I think anyway - I hope you agree. Another bonus is that it uses a 12-inch cut off strip, of which I have so many! I know this tag will become a favorite in my junk journals. Stick around and learn how to make one for yourself. Styl...
Decorating Junk Journal Pages: Three Creative Ideas
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Looking for creative page ideas for your own eclectic journal? Check out this video for inspiration on how to decorate with original funky ephemera! These three ideas for pockets and tuck spots are perfect for junk journal enthusiasts! I'm using vintage playing cards, some used painty stencils, vintage book pages and scraps - all from my stash. Grab something and play along! Pocket Patterns ua-...
Transforming Happy Mail into Junk Journal Art
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I'm using happy mail with a second, fun eclectic project! So two eclectic junk journals at once! Join me and learn how to choose papers, find ephemera, and create a unique junk journal with this inspirational video. Because creative process of working in the eclectic style can be so personal, I wanted to show a variety of ideas - thanks for your interest! ua-cam.com/play/PLgqCtfI_g_9ekBFfVEmoj3...
Junk Journal SuperPower: Mixing Patterns
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I'm sharing 6 easy tips for mixing patterns effectively in your junk journals! Patterns add energy to any creative project and learning how to successfully mix patterned papers will make you a junk journal pro! Unleash your potential for creating unique junk journal pages in beautiful eclectic style! ua-cam.com/play/PLgqCtfI_g_9ekBFfVEmoj34ONioA86pWw.html #junkjournaling #junkjournalinspiration...
Eclectic Junk Journaling: A New StyleWise Intro
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Get the crash course in Eclectic Style Junk Journaling with this StyleWise video! Learn about the characteristics, projects, and style tips for creating your own eclectic journal. Learn all about this unique style, its characteristics, and how to start your own project. Perfect for anyone looking to get creative with their journaling! Style Wise / Junk Journal Style ua-cam.com/play/PLgqCtfI_g_9...
True Trash to Treasure - Another Dustpan Challenge
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If you really love junk journaling, salvage, and repurposing, this video is for you! Watch as I turn bits of paper trash and scraps into beautiful ephemera cards in this Dustpan Challenge video! Join me as I salvage and repurpose true trash into treasure for my junk journals. Learn how to sweep up those scraps, sift through your own dustpan and get creative! #junkjournalideas #junkjournaling #j...
Undeniable Charm: Ideas from a Timeless Beauty (SOLD)
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Be inspired by the timeless beauty of artistic junk journaling with creative decorating ideas, embellishments, tags, and journaling spots. I'm sharing a beautifully artistic journal, stuffed full of charm and inspiring ideas. Perfect for any journal maker looking for creative ways to embellish junk journal pages, tags, cards and other journaling spots Pocket Patterns Playlist ua-cam.com/play/PL...
Dreamy Shabby Chic Journal Inspiration (SOLD)
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My latest pretty junk journal is the one we have worked on together and it's filled with the creative pockets and tuck spots and stuffed with the interesting original ephemera that you have seen in recent videos. Many of the pages and elements in the journal are made from scraps and I hope you can find ideas and inspiration for decorating journal pages and making journal pockets, tuck spots and...
Junk Journal Cover Panel with Ribbon Wraps - Tutorial
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Junk Journal Cover Panel with Ribbon Wraps - Tutorial
It's Like Magic! Shabby Painting Techniques for Junk Journals
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It's Like Magic! Shabby Painting Techniques for Junk Journals
The Power of Layers & Lace in a Shabby Style Junk Journal
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The Power of Layers & Lace in a Shabby Style Junk Journal
The Two Key Elements of Shabby Style
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The Two Key Elements of Shabby Style
How to Make it Shabby! What Makes a Shabby Chic Junk Journal?
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How to Make it Shabby! What Makes a Shabby Chic Junk Journal?
What is Junk Journal Style?
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What is Junk Journal Style?
Altered Envelope Tuck
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Altered Envelope Tuck
Inspiring Ideas from a Vintage Junk Journal (SOLD)
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Inspiring Ideas from a Vintage Junk Journal (SOLD)
Using My Junk Journal
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Using My Junk Journal
A Creative Junk Journal - Ideas for Ribbons and Fibers!
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A Creative Junk Journal - Ideas for Ribbons and Fibers!
Super Simple Triple Pocket Tuck for Junk Journals
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Super Simple Triple Pocket Tuck for Junk Journals
Tag Template #13 - a Triad
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Tag Template #13 - a Triad
Inspiration and Ideas! a Vintage Junk Journal Flipthrough (SOLD)
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Inspiration and Ideas! a Vintage Junk Journal Flipthrough (SOLD)
Flipped Strip Journaling Card
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Flipped Strip Journaling Card
On the Case! A New Private Detective Themed Journal Project
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On the Case! A New Private Detective Themed Journal Project

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @lornabee309
    @lornabee309 20 годин тому

    Thanks for showing us how to do this! Looks amazing!

  • @ScrapbookSage
    @ScrapbookSage День тому

    Great technique, and gorgeous color. Looks like you are having a great time!

  • @Cardsbyann
    @Cardsbyann День тому

    Thanks for sharing your talents! I love the pocket variations.

  • @sionedjones6789
    @sionedjones6789 2 дні тому

    Amazing Kathleen

  • @suewalsh5239
    @suewalsh5239 2 дні тому

    Love steampunk! Great video😍

  • @cgelmore488
    @cgelmore488 2 дні тому

    Awesome! Can't wait for part two. 🙂

  • @cgelmore488
    @cgelmore488 2 дні тому

    I love this. Thanks for sharing.

  • @BOOKKAT74
    @BOOKKAT74 2 дні тому

    Kathleen, I am an absolute beginner, just about to start my first junk journal. What are those little hook things you use to fasten the charms onto the page? I’m assuming I could find them on Amazon if I knew what they were called.

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 2 дні тому

      @@BOOKKAT74 Thanks for reaching out! They are called “bulb” pins and they are easily available on Amazon in all kinds of colors. Thanks for watching.

  • @calbear1313
    @calbear1313 2 дні тому

    Good for you, dear heart! Really enjoyed the video and like everyone else watching we all struggled with you and waited to see how you resolved the issues. And that’s great. Don’t worry about it. Yes, this is a wonderful closure. I am curious if you have a video on how to add signatures to Art already existing book cover. And if you use elastics for that. OK I’ll take a look at your other videos and again kudos for patiently showing us how to do a very very nice closure. Dave M California

  • @mindybeveridge8377
    @mindybeveridge8377 2 дні тому

    Thank you Kathleen. You make it look so easy! It turned out beautifully. Looking forward to the next video.

  • @jeraldbaxter3532
    @jeraldbaxter3532 2 дні тому

    Beautiful paper!😊

  • @nancypyter1511
    @nancypyter1511 2 дні тому

    That is so cool Kathleen! Amazing how it looks so real too! That would be a fun thing to do on a slow day when you can play for a long time and make lots of pretty papers! Thanks for sharing this friend!🥰

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 2 дні тому

      Thank you Nancy! That’s a great idea, actually, haha! Thanks for the suggestion.

  • @Mommyoffive4Him
    @Mommyoffive4Him 3 дні тому

    I love this!! And so easy....who knew?!?!!!

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 3 дні тому

      @@Mommyoffive4Him Yay - so glad you like it Kerri! Thank you!

  • @kerynokeeffe9133
    @kerynokeeffe9133 3 дні тому

    Thank you, Miss Kathleen! Awesome lesson! 😘 Gorgeous results! I love the final colour blend! Bring on the rust! 🥰 Love and big hugs! 😀💞

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 3 дні тому

      Thank you very much Keryn! I appreciate you!

  • @lindaspaperworks
    @lindaspaperworks 3 дні тому

    This looks like so much fun, Kathleen, and the result is really stunning. I can imagine that it does take a bit of practice of using a light hand to get the best results. I enjoyed watching you paint the paper. Several years ago, I found a pack of scrapbooking paper--all the same pattern, it's an enlarged school child's spelling paper. It's gray. Yes, as a whole the pages are pretty ugly, but the paper itself is nice. I think this technique is just the thing to transform some of the sheets into loveliness. The whole pack was $1.79, so a bargain whose time has come. ha ha Thanks for sharing your techniques. I always learn from your videos.

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 3 дні тому

      @@lindaspaperworks thanks very much Linda! 😀 Yes, that paper sounds perfect!

  • @carolbeeding4270
    @carolbeeding4270 3 дні тому

    😍❤️

  • @jennileecreates
    @jennileecreates 3 дні тому

    So cool, Kath! If I used scrapbook paper, should I still do both sides?

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 3 дні тому

      @@jennileecreates thank you Jennilee! Just do the white side, unless the printed side is ugly, haha. You can paint over the print if you want to, though.

  • @markpaige4795
    @markpaige4795 3 дні тому

  • @LynneWilliams101
    @LynneWilliams101 3 дні тому

    Thank you so much for the tutorial. I want to create a seaside/underwater journal and this technique should be perfect with changing some of the colours (i.e. no brown or greens).

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 3 дні тому

      @@LynneWilliams101 oh yes! 👍 I think so too!

  • @JoansJunkJournalsAndMore
    @JoansJunkJournalsAndMore 3 дні тому

    That turned out so lovely. May I ask the color names of the paints that you used please. I will have to save this video and try it when I do my steampunk journal TYSVMFS ☺♥

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 3 дні тому

      The large tube was named Aqua, the blues were Tuscan Teal and 4140 Aqua, the greens were Evergreen and Celery Green. Thank you Joan!

    • @JoansJunkJournalsAndMore
      @JoansJunkJournalsAndMore 3 дні тому

      @@BeAgainBooks Thank so much. Maybe I will get a chance in Aug to start my steampunk journal and try this out ☺♥

  • @craftinontheback40
    @craftinontheback40 3 дні тому

    LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks for sharing. Can't wait to try LOve ya

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 3 дні тому

      @@craftinontheback40 I am soooooo glad, haha! Thank you JuJu!

  • @BonnieLipke
    @BonnieLipke 3 дні тому

    THANK YOU KATHLEEN!! I had no idea it was that easy to do! hugs

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 3 дні тому

      @@BonnieLipke Yay - glad to be helpful my friend! Thanks so much for coming by!

  • @jacobculver1570
    @jacobculver1570 3 дні тому

  • @jacobculver1570
    @jacobculver1570 3 дні тому

  • @jacobculver1570
    @jacobculver1570 3 дні тому

  • @DarlaPhillips92
    @DarlaPhillips92 3 дні тому

    Beautiful paper ❤

  • @abbyculver2588
    @abbyculver2588 3 дні тому

    I think copper patina is fascinating!

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 3 дні тому

      @@abbyculver2588 Thank you my dear!

  • @jacobculver1570
    @jacobculver1570 3 дні тому

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 3 дні тому

      @@jacobculver1570 Thank you Jacob - I’m glad you came by!

  • @careyclapp8357
    @careyclapp8357 3 дні тому

    Oh this is amazing how much it looks like real copper patina! It reminds me of all the sponge painting on walls I used to do in the 80's!🤣🤣🤣

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 3 дні тому

      It’s just like that Carey, haha! So fun and easy. Thanks for watching.

  • @clarebarrett3269
    @clarebarrett3269 4 дні тому

    I’ve just discovered your channel, I love what you make! This video is so inspiring x

  • @deborahdidomenico6547
    @deborahdidomenico6547 4 дні тому

    I really enjoyed this video. I’m putting my first junk journal together and I love the steampunk theme. You have given me some great inspiration!

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 3 дні тому

      Yay for steampunk - I’m so glad you like it.

  • @Mommyoffive4Him
    @Mommyoffive4Him 5 днів тому

    I love how you explain all these different styles! Another genre I will have to try! Thank you for peaking my interest, Kathleen!!

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 3 дні тому

      You are so welcome! I hope you will try something. Thanks so much Kerri!

  • @d.r.mcmanus9640
    @d.r.mcmanus9640 5 днів тому

    I find this super interesting! Being both a creator and user of JJs, I love to see how others are using their JJs! I draw/sketch a lot in mine or write in quotes I love or things that inspired me that day and I am also a fan of lists/brain dumps and will print things (like I just found a Jim Henson puppet I loved and printed her out) and travels/tickets/photos (I also glue in maps). I do mine quarterly, so I theme mine for each season. I also have a separate one that has been a work in progress for recipes that were handed down to me on the original handwritten index cards, mostly from my grandma's recipe swap nights (like a book club night but for recipes in the 1950s). I found an old Cookbook at a thrift store and the lady who owned it had placed in handwritten recipes and notes on lose papers. I tried some and have started adding these to my book. I have no idea who this lady was, but to think of all the time she took to write those out and to be tossed in a thrift store, I just had to save them! Also, you have the most beautiful handwriting! ❤

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 3 дні тому

      I’m so glad you came by! Thanks so much for watching and for your thoughts!

  • @StonewallArabians
    @StonewallArabians 5 днів тому

    i am so sorry you for the trama youwent through during covid. i felt your pain and fear as you went through your journals and it touched me. i hope you will be able to able to move past this terrible event with out too much emotional scaring. that was a hard time for so many for many reasons. my prayers are with you.

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 5 днів тому

      @@StonewallArabians Thank you very much for the compassion and sympathy. It was a difficult time and I’m very glad I kept the journals - I do think it helped me get through it. Thanks so much for visiting.

  • @tracytrumbley5649
    @tracytrumbley5649 5 днів тому

    I love this series! Thank you so much for sharing ! You have become one of my favorite junk journal experts to watch!

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 3 дні тому

      Oh that’s so kind! Thank you Tracy!

  • @nancypyter1511
    @nancypyter1511 5 днів тому

    This is a great video Kathleen! Great ideas and I love how you showed what to look for! I really want to try something in Steampunk and I'm very excited for your upcoming videos! Thanks friend!🥰🥰

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 3 дні тому

      You are so welcome! Thanks so much for watching Nancy!

  • @lisastevens2607
    @lisastevens2607 6 днів тому

    This is exciting 💙🦋 I am really enjoying this series. Thanks Kathleen 😊

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 3 дні тому

      I’m so glad Lisa! Thanks for watching.

  • @artsmigi2250
    @artsmigi2250 6 днів тому

    I just made a journal which I wanna decorated. When you said at the start it will be a long video I thought I would not watch it but then when you started to decorate your blank journal I could not stop it . I found your tips amazing and very usefull. Thank you so much I might come back couple of times and i will use your ideas on my journal. Thank you so much for those amazing tips.

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 3 дні тому

      You are so welcome! Thank you for watching and I do hope you’ll come back again!

  • @cottonconfetti
    @cottonconfetti 6 днів тому

    I thought it wouldn't be long before you did a steampunk theme 🤩

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 3 дні тому

      Haha - you know me well Davina! Thanks for watching.

  • @creativenana
    @creativenana 6 днів тому

    Thank you

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 3 дні тому

      You're welcome Nana - thanks so much for coming by!

  • @lindaspaperworks
    @lindaspaperworks 6 днів тому

    Kathleen, this was very informative. I've seen a lot about steampunk, but I've never heard it explained as you did. Thank you. I definitely have a better understanding now of what it is and what elements make something "steampunk." How long has this style been around? Thanks for the interesting presentation and the great examples. Loved seeing them.

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 3 дні тому

      I think it started in the 70’s Linda, as a sub-genre of science fiction with inspiration from Jules Verne and H.G. Well’s (Time Machine). Thank you so much for watching. You should try a little project. I would love to see what you do with it.

  • @markpaige4795
    @markpaige4795 6 днів тому

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 6 днів тому

      @@markpaige4795 Thank you so much Karen!

  • @mzo707x
    @mzo707x 6 днів тому

    I love your work your journals are my goals 😊

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 6 днів тому

      @@mzo707x Aww - that’s so kind! Thank you very much!

  • @lawrencerodgers2074
    @lawrencerodgers2074 6 днів тому

    Thank you for creating this and explaining it to me. I have been wondering if this style was defined or was it only gears and clocks. Very helpful.

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 3 дні тому

      My pleasure - thank you so much for watching.

  • @kerynokeeffe9133
    @kerynokeeffe9133 6 днів тому

    Thank you, Kathleen. Another wonderful summation of this topic! You make it interesting and bring it to life with your examples. I’m in the middle of reorganisation of my craft supplies so I need to complete that task. I’m hopeful 🤞 that I can then locate what I need without scratching my head and turning in circles. 😂😂 I’m looking forward to seeing your videos on steampunk! Love and big hugs! 😀💞

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 6 днів тому

      @@kerynokeeffe9133 Thanks very much Keryn! Congratulations on the reorganization project - it’s always nice to get things set straight again, right? Keep your eye out for steampunk stash, haha.

  • @texasrose455km
    @texasrose455km 6 днів тому

    I like steampunk, too, along with Dark Academia. Those papers are gorgeous, esp. that top one that looks like leather. Looking forward to watching you create in this style 🕰⏱⚙🎩🚂😆 P.S. have you seen the movie An Unforunate Series of Events? very steampunky 😀

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 3 дні тому

      Thank you Kathleen! and thanks for the recommendation - I will watch! Sherlock Holmes (Robert Downey Jr.) and the Mummy series also give me inspiration.

  • @Karen3263
    @Karen3263 6 днів тому

    Love this one!❤❤❤

    • @BeAgainBooks
      @BeAgainBooks 3 дні тому

      Glad you like it Karen! Thank you!

  • @Karen3263
    @Karen3263 6 днів тому

    ❤❤❤❤❤TFS

  • @Karen3263
    @Karen3263 6 днів тому

    ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @Karen3263
    @Karen3263 6 днів тому

    Love the pockets ❤❤❤