If you would like to see a flip through of my Completed Personal Junk Journal, for some ideas, click this link: ua-cam.com/video/0kLVW8YcBO0/v-deo.html
I totally agree with you. A totally neat craftfoom says no one uses it much. I've had as many as 5 projects on my desk all.layered on top of each other. I knew all of what was there. Looked like a mess to uncreative minds !!
You are a really good teacher, right amount of actual skill, knowledge, experience as well as a great way of telling people how to do things. There is no snobbishness in your voice, you don’t speak down to people, you want to be honest & genuine. And you are generous with your ideas. Truly great teacher!😊
It looks like this video is about three years old and I love, love love it. I am a crafter, sewist, machine embroider but I just recently heard of junk journaling so I googled. I have looked at so many videos and your video is the best I have seen. I love the fact you use what you have on hand. Because I am new with junk journaling I did not want to invest a lot of money in stamps, cutters, paper etc. then I found your video….it’s amazing I am excited to get started on my first junk journal. I will also be binge watching all your videos this week. Thanks much for sharing your talent and your information.
Hallelujah...at last an honest craft room tour...I am so tired of those pristine craft rooms, it makes me wonder if they spend any time crafting. I love how down to earth and real you are....ridgy didge mate 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
Your "craft room tour" is exactly what I like to see 🤩 I don't want to see an organized room, I want to see the REAL DEAL 😅 Thank you for that, and for sharing your personal space 🙏
Your statement, "even a grocery list." I've been thinking about junk Journaling and that statement really clicked for me. I found one of my Mother's grocery lists in a pocket of a coat and it brought back some very fond memories of the way her kitchen smelled, and so many other good feelings. After 27 years, I think her often and reflect stories, like the grocery list with my daughter. Thank you for making this video! Memories documented that may seem mundane are valuable and timeless.
this is, by far, the very best video ever presented in regard to junk journals. I have listened to many junk journal teachers/influencers .... more than I can count with hours and hours of time spent right here in front of my computer. Today, I have decided that I will cut that list down to just Natasha, here at Treasure Books. Her approach is common sense and being REAL. I have learned from many and am grateful for those that do post, but, I have to stop watching all of them that cross my path and spend the time being creative in my own studio. Thank you, sincerely, Natasha!!! You are the BEST. The very BEST!! I am def a fan of you and your approach to this form of art: journals.
I have to agree! I have watched SO many journal-making videos over the past year and learned much from all of them, but Natasha, you are the whole package. I was “sold” a few months ago when one of your videos came via the UA-cam algorithm and-much to my amazement-you had created a “cheat sheet” summary of everything you demonstrated. So in addition to a crystal-clear, well-organized tutorial, I was able to print the cheat sheet and keep it as reference. You have thought of EVERYTHING to make learning easy for us, and your generosity with your knowledge and experience is simply beyond the pale. The quality of the journals you make speaks for itself: simply exquisite. Thank you for sharing your work with us. It is a pleasure to watch and listen to you! 😘
I agree. I was drowning in “digi kit” ephemera videos. I can’t afford and don’t want to print cookie cutter pages. So, yes, thanks to Natasha, I’m back on track and full of renewed inspiration!!!
i love your channel ever since i found it. on printables: some time back a lady in a jj group posted, that she loved all the stuff we showed there, but she said she will never be able to do jj herself because she comes from a small caribbean island and there are no craft supply shops. i told her to check your channel because you mostly craft with stuff that basically everybody already has or stuff you can easily obtain from friends, family,... she was so happy about your channel and i think she´s now into crafting jjs because she saw in your videos that you don´t need a fancy crafting store to make beautiful projects. there is a target group for your kind of crafting. not everyone can buy lots of fancy stuff or just doesn´t want to. you show them that it´s also possible with minimal to no expense and that´s why i think that your channel is one of the most important in the jj world ;)
V true! That's what creativity is,all about.Use your imagination n artistic instinct to produce beauty from easily available stuff around you rather than buy "readymade or Prefab" stuff.
So true I do own a printer and have download stuff……my prints Are poor quality so prefer to do what you are teaching. And create from junk and supplies from around about. Many thanks. I get overwhelmed with all the pro tables that are unattainable. Also I live in South Africa and rand dollar exchange is tough🌹
I just made myself a tear ruler by taking my 30 year old plastic ruler outside and rubbing it against my wooden fence! I learned so much from this video! 😊
What I learned: You are a natural teacher. With every video, you share your talent. Here, you shared the treasure of your knowledge and experience. Many thanks.
This is one of my go-to channels to follow along. When I feel doubt creep in stopping me from being creative, it's usually when you say something so sweet and simple to keep me motivated. You are very reassuring while crafting. ❤
One of the many reasons that I watch your videos is because I don't have a printer and need ideas on how to embellish my journal so thank you for that💚💚
I love that you showed a real work space. Your workroom looks like mine and I love it! You are such an inspiration and I can tell, by your sharing nature, you are amazing!! TY for this video!!
This was absolutely fabulous! Even my husband stayed interested as we watched. Great tips here and I love how real and down to earth you are. You are very relatable and make even a beginner feel like they can get started without feeling overwhelmed.
“I know where everything is… unless it’s scissors someone has stolen from me.” 😂 Great video!! Your tutorials have inspired me to try junk journals. This was very informative and answered questions I had and some I didn’t know I had. 😁
This comment really made me giggle, and the fact that she mentioned the scissors a few times after ! That was the moment I hit subscribe, love the accent, the content the humour and the honesty 🥰
I love how you always recycle things and how your dont use digitals, and I mean, I have nothing against who does, but this mindseting of "having it kinda as a principle" inspires me so much. I also love how you always teach us about those things without gatekeeping. You are amazing!
I love this video so much. I feel so normal in my craft room now, even my husband said mine looks like yours! Controlled chaos, right? I learned there are no rules, to each his/her own. I appreciated the parts about glue and threads especially. I am glad you show such variety in your journals and styles. I am never disappointed in your tutorials. Thanks for "talking for 10 hours" for us.
Gloggy. New word for today. You need two sewing machines, I chuckle everyone you say the colour is wrong. I love your creative mind, just keep doing what you do
It never occurred to me to glue a single sheet of paper on top of another, then fold before binding in a book. I’ve always used washi or lattice hinged the two sheets together. This was a great video.
This video was packed with so much useful information that I was sorry to see it end. I learned a lot, such as the differences in glue and the problems with most glue sticks and tape runners. It was interesting to see how to find the “sold” price on Etsy, even if I don’t think I will need that tip. I loved seeing your creative space because now I am more comfortable about the way my own space looks - controlled chaos, but I know where everything is.
Years ago I learned how to make junk journals and Never used a sewing machine. At the time I wanted one, It can be done. Now I’m feeling like making them again. I give all my supplies to my friends daughter but I know how and how to Collect again without spending to much money ❤️ thank you for your help.
Thank you for showing your less than perfect craft room 💕 I work in half of our bedroom and my boyfriend is a minimalist kind of guy. He wishes he couldn't see it... but he knows it's important to me. He will stop at yard sales and bring me home storage items like shelves, baskets and recently a nice utility cart. 😍 I have large utility shelves that basically go to the ceiling, and the fabric one has storage bins. The papercraft one has draw containers, baskets and the occasional box. Then I have 3 (now) rolling carts. I still have more on top of my 2 dressers. But my table is a small kitchen table that has metal frame and a surface that is like a plastic composite that doesn't damage its so sturdy and he actually picked it out for me. All this is to say, when I see all those pretty ikea designed craft rooms where the only thing out is pretty craft props it really makes one feel bad... I love that you showed yours. It's real, it's a working craft space and I love it ♥️
Thank you Natasha! I've struggled so much trying to get started making a journal. I thought I needed a certain weight paper etc. I appreciate that you use "everything"! It's so easy to get caught up in thinking that I need every gadget. I've purchased soooo many things that have been totally worthless! *What I learned from your video is that everything is acceptable in jj, simple as that, or, "Bob's your uncle!" Lol...😄 Thank you, excellent video, information and disclaimers. 🌷
Hi. despite I am not a junk journalist, and English is not my mother language I did understand every single word. You are a prof not only in junk journaling but in teaching too. Thank you so much! 🥰After this very buisy Christmas time (December 2022) I 'll give it a try :-) . Happy Chistmas, warm greetings from Hungary. Judit
What a wonderfully down to earth and informative video. I laughed out loud when you showed your craft room, it was not what I expected, what a joy to know you are not a sock folder! Thanks for sharing all your knowledge.
This video contains a lot of good info! One thing I did not know was the fact that you could (if available) see what a price for an already sold item was. I had no idea 😀
This is a great video with well-explained answers to questions. (You even answered ones that I considered to be no one's business!) I did want to know about putting two single pages together without washi tape as I find that it's hard to sew through when I add the signature to the journal. One easy way the make the makeup sponges a little easier to use for inking is to put the skinny end into a clothes pin far enough that the wide end is sticking out by about a centimeter. This rounds the wide end and the clothes pin is a great handle to give some control over how much ink is deposited onto the project.
Natasha, my husband is totally convinced that I've gone off the deep end watching and laughing at your videos. "Bob's your uncle" has done me in!!!!! I just love your tutorials. Watched others, but always come back to you!!
I agree with you about the digitals...they look so beautiful but pricey due to the colored ink....very expensive. Thank you, Natasa, you never disappoint! I enjoy your humor and your honesty 😉
I agree. I also like giving 'junk' a new life and not throwing a magazine in the trash then buying paper to print pictures on it. It even sounds silly!
That wax stick you used in waxing the thread can be used to rub onto mod podge pages after they are completely dry to keep them from sticking together. If you still have some of those older projects with the mod podge pages you can give it a try, see how that works.
Yes I have done that actually to stop the pages sticking (I even spoke about it in the video but then edited it out) I also used talcum powder and that seems to work as well.
I've said it before and I'll say it a thousand times. I love that you are so real. I know very organized people are real, but keeping everything super organized just wastes my fun time. Seeing your organized system makes me feel normal and okay with my organized mess. You're an amazing teacher and honest caring person. Thank you for the inspiration. I have the pricy tearing ruler and wished I'd seen how easy it is to make your own. I'm going to make one anyway. 😆
Great live! IF anyone is still wondering…sewing machines often work best if you put the lighter weight or speciality thread in the bobbin. There isn’t a problem with using a lightweight bobbin thread and it is often done with machine embroidery. Cleaning the ‘crud’ out of the bobbin area is the most important thing you can do for your machine. Nearly all machines come with a little brush for cleaning that area out. Also, if you have the owner’s manual, it will tell you where you should oil your machine. I have been sewing for over 50 years and put nearly everything through my machine. Great, honest answers. Covering your machine while not being used is also a good idea.
Love everything you do/make/suggest/don't like and prove how efficient we can actually be just using basics! A suggestion i now do so S not to be overwhelmed is making a ton of covers first, then deciding on the papers, followed by important embellishments put aside before stitching the signatures together. I hope this actually makes sense 😂
Thank you, The information about incorporating sewing machine was really helpful. I just started using one and was so afraid I would damage my machine sewing paper. Great video!!
Wow !! Just want to thank you a lot for the content of this video and the way you explain everything ! It makes all the difference and your exemples are clear and it's really easy to understand everything !! :-) You are an amazing "teacher" for Junk Journals and you were my reference when I started so, thank you very much for all your videos, your time and your sharing !!! Take care, Natalie
This was fantastic. Especially how honest you are about everything you do with your sewing machine. I’m sure the experts were cringing.i love your approach towards creativity and towards using what you have - not rushing out to buy all kinds of speciality tools. This video is a gem!
Lots of useful information. Not everyone can have a perfectly neat craft room. As long as you know where everything is, that's all that you need. Thank you so much.
Thank you for this video! The one thing I never would have thought of was making my own tearing ruler. The most validating thing, though, was your craft room tour. I want an organized space, I want neat storage, but the truth is that if I can't see it, it disappears from my mind--so I function best when everything is out in the open. I get more done when I just accept that this is my style and put my energy into creating rather than into struggling to get "organized." Your videos spark my creativity and I truly appreciate that!
That craft room makes me feel not so bad. I said to my husband when he commented how hard he find it to work in all the clutter, "It's my organized mess and I know where everything is hahaha" Thanks for all this great info... as always 🤗
Awesome tutorial!! Thank you so much for sharing your time and knowledge. What I really enjoyed watching was you putting the 'ease" into easy. Not perfection - just fun. God bless.
Thanks for all the valuable info, you're the first Junk Journal creator that I watched a couple years ago and you've inspired me to start my own creations.
Just my opinion, but I think you are the best junk journaler/scrapper on line. I can sit and watch you for hours while doing my own crafting. Thanks for all the ideas and the tutorials! You make scrapping fun!!
Thanks for sharing your wisdom. For me, I love that you use what you have, that creating doesn't require purchasing a lot of stuff. Also, no rules allow more freedom to create with what I have. Love it. I've been enjoying your videos for a while and find inspiration, information and encouragement. Thank you again! Hugs from Utah ❤
This is fantastic. I have two shoe boxes of supplies I’ve recently collected and also don’t own a printer. So Thanks for sharing and providing inspiration!
This video was the best! Sewing machine, threads, signatures, glues, KaiserCraft, the tearing ruler idea, and there was a lot more. It was very thorough and detailed. I did take notes, but will go thru the video again. It was that good! Carol from California, USA
Tour was great. I’m organizing my craft room and my sister looks and says it’s a mess, but I know exactly where to find what I need! These are great ideas. I love you videos! This was very helpful, so much so I plan on watching it over and over! You are a great teacher! Thank you!
You do a great job of explaining/demonstrating techniques. I appreciate your ability to tell and show me enough succinctly. Thank you very much! The technique I liked best in this video was how to connect pages to make a page large enough to fold to go into a signature.
I use a size 90/14 needle when I do paper piecing patterns for quilting. The needles are relatively sturdy. I have also used them for quilting, but normally I use a size 80/12 for that as they are just a bit “thinner” or “finer”. For standard sewing my fabric squares or whatever together, I use size 70/10. I hope that helps everyone. Basically the larger the numbers the heftier the needle.
Thank you for sharing all that wonderful information! I think my favorite tip was making your own tearing ruler. I purchased mine a while back but may end up trying to create one similar to yours for different torn edges.
Such a keeper of a vid! Especially I'm ALWAYS too late to see the price on your lovelies that I'd want to purchase. So THAT info was fun to learn - numerous pieces of useful info - that one was the stand-out for me.
I absolutely love your way of creating your own tools and using what is available outside of buying new. Your craft room looked very much like my own, so I loved seeing that! Thanks for this video, and the reminder of hinging and other great ideas.
Very informative. Thank you for taking the time to answer all these questions that we all wonder about but afraid to ask!! One especially was about seeing the cost of journals sold! Didn’t know that!
I love the fact that you started by creating ideas to use created tools.it shows that you don't have to buy top of the line expensive stuff. I dont have a lot of money but love doing these journals. I wanted everything you had. I have "made do" many times and am so glad to see you also did. Also my craft area is overflowing as well. I keep working at getting it all organized. I know where to look but others would not. ☺️
I didn’t know anyone would be so very honest about making beautiful journals for less and using what you have ( or can afford). Every answer I learned about what it takes to make a journal. Also learned ( by watching the video) that it’s ok to have a craft room that is useful- not all put-away. Salute to you! And thanks!
I learned so much from this video...Waxed thread, different glues, how to add single pages, how to sew bags and pieces of paper, etc. Thank you so much for sharing your information with me.
I really appreciate that you are prepared. You have the items/products ready and we don’t have to wait while you find and prepare things. This is most excellent.
Love your tour. It’s amazing how much “stuff” we crafters can accumulate. Thanks for sharing. I’m just getting started making journals and your channel is my favorite source for tutorials. Have a great 2022.
This has been a very helpful tutorial, Natasha. I remember saving it, when it came out, for future reference. Just happen to come across it today, and watched it again. It answered some questions that I didn't know to ask, when I first started into junk journaling, that I needed answers to, now that I am more into the craft. Also, as a beginner, what drew me to your channel was how you didn't promote going out and buying all the expensive gadgets and materials to make your journals. That allowed me to use my own imagination, without feeling guilty that I didn't own all the beautiful papers, and expensive tools. I'm sure I am not the only one who has benefited like this, from watching your videos. Just wanted to thank you, myself, for that. My hope is that anyone new to the craft, will go back and watch all your videos, before checking out any other junk journal channels. Thanks again, Natasha.
Great video! Love the fact that you make many of your own tools and use what you have on hand! I especially loved the tearing ruler idea. I actually stopped the video, grabbed an old plastic ruler I had on hand from many years ago which I don't even use anymore. Scrounged around and found a couple of metal tools with texture on the handles and made my ruler! It works great! I love it! Thanks for all the tips!
Bravo, Nataša ! I think we all so love you for being such a good "distance teacher" and so utterly honest. 🤗 I personally love you for your REAL creativity - making something beautiful out of nothing! And for finding the way when it means a lot to you. " I hope that makes sense. " (This is the sentence which reminds me of you.)❤️😁
Thank you do much for all your answers! I love your tearing ruler trick and I'm going to make one too ... I also LOVE your craft room tour! You're such a lovely person and your voice is so relaxing ❤️
I am SO on the same page with you in your philosophys of journal making! Writing space, embellishing, etc. Also, thank you for sharing the different "types" of journals. I was trying to fit my "style" into one category. But, I love so many different aspects of different journals; but, feel strongly about being able to write in a "journal." Having a "glue book," or "art journal," or other makes so much sense. Having a "pretty" journal that inspires me to write "thoughts, "experiences," or "work through something" fits my way of thinking. Thank YOU Natasha! YOU are a treasure!!!
Love seeing a craft room that looks like mine 😂 I get so tired of seeing picture perfect pinterest-like craft rooms with every thing perfect. That'll just never be.
I just love your tutorials! Your explanation of pages/sides/signatures was just what I needed as that always seems to have confused me! I’m actually using your cereal box tutorial to put together a journal😃
😃you are a very organized teacher. You use only the words you need to use but you anticipate other questions about your tutorial. If you haven't already you should definitely publish a book. You have it all done. Take important snapshots and transcribe your words. I was thoroughly engaged in the whole thing. I learned a lot because I have watched quite a few tutorials but never tried making one. The closer your sewing stitches were let the paper rip which really surprised me I thought it would be stonger. Thank you so much for sharing your vast knowledge.
I have been crafting most of my life and I saw one of your videos and fell in love with Junk Journals. I have watched videos by others on Junk Journals, BUT your videos are hands down the very best I have seen. You are creative, your tutorials are informative and your instructions very well thought out and easy to follow. You are an excellent teacher. Thank you so much for introducing me to my new hobby!
Natasha, you and your videos are an absolute delight! You’re some sort of magician, I swear! I’m still mystified about this art form but I find your stuff and approach so inspiring and down to earth - something anyone can grab hold of. Thank you for being so accessible. Your comment about your “good scissors “ made me laugh very loud - I know that feeling so well! Thanks a million and keep it up!
The best thing that I like which differentiates you from the other junk journal makers is that you use the resources at hand and not rely on what things that need to be purchased or printed to create a junk journal. More of an eco-friendly manner.
The way you distressed the page with the ink blending tool is something I haven’t done. I usually only go over the very edges. Love this video! As usual you explain things so well, so plainly. You are a great teacher! 💖💖💖
I learned I needed to dust my machine so as soon as I got to that part I paused your video and UA-camd how to take apart my sewing machine to clean it 😂 I’m like you in the sense that I also got a decent,y priced sewing machine and the first time I ever stitched was on paper just learning as I go. Thank you for your video! I also learned how to bind single pages together 🙂
Nice to see a craft room that looks like mine😂 laughing so much , so glad that you are so “real” . Love that you talk to the viewer like they are sitting with with you like friends sitting at the kitchen table having a cup of tea and a chat. Well done, very informative .
Thank you so much. I just love your videos, you are very creative and I love your journals you make. Take care and I can't wait to see your next project.
If you would like to see a flip through of my Completed Personal Junk Journal, for some ideas, click this link: ua-cam.com/video/0kLVW8YcBO0/v-deo.html
thk you.I will！
I totally agree with you. A totally neat craftfoom says no one uses it much. I've had as many as 5 projects on my desk all.layered on top of each other. I knew all of what was there. Looked like a mess to uncreative minds !!
My craft room is very messy also and I never have any room even if I have new storage. lol
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Can you please tell me what HP laser printer you have? tyfs.. 💜
You are a really good teacher, right amount of actual skill, knowledge, experience as well as a great way of telling people how to do things. There is no snobbishness in your voice, you don’t speak down to people, you want to be honest & genuine. And you are generous with your ideas. Truly great teacher!😊
💯 WONDERFUL TEACHER INDEED! I could listen to you all day, and sometimes do! 😅
Indeed
It looks like this video is about three years old and I love, love love it. I am a crafter, sewist, machine embroider but I just recently heard of junk journaling so I googled. I have looked at so many videos and your video is the best I have seen. I love the fact you use what you have on hand. Because I am new with junk journaling I did not want to invest a lot of money in stamps, cutters, paper etc. then I found your video….it’s amazing I am excited to get started on my first junk journal. I will also be binge watching all your videos this week. Thanks much for sharing your talent and your information.
Hallelujah...at last an honest craft room tour...I am so tired of those pristine craft rooms, it makes me wonder if they spend any time crafting.
I love how down to earth and real you are....ridgy didge mate 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
Yes I agree!!❤
YES!!!
Your "craft room tour" is exactly what I like to see 🤩 I don't want to see an organized room, I want to see the REAL DEAL 😅 Thank you for that, and for sharing your personal space 🙏
Amen!! Too organized is really sort of frightening! .... js.🌻
The room looks organized to me even if it's less minimal than what we usually see on tours. Thanks for sharing!
@@ReneesatItAgain Right. I can see how sterile environments might be intimidating.
Me too cuz I love knowing that I am not the only one 😅
Agree 100%
Your statement, "even a grocery list." I've been thinking about junk Journaling and that statement really clicked for me. I found one of my Mother's grocery lists in a pocket of a coat and it brought back some very fond memories of the way her kitchen smelled, and so many other good feelings. After 27 years, I think her often and reflect stories, like the grocery list with my daughter. Thank you for making this video! Memories documented that may seem mundane are valuable and timeless.
this is, by far, the very best video ever presented in regard to junk journals. I have listened to many junk journal teachers/influencers .... more than I can count with hours and hours of time spent right here in front of my computer. Today, I have decided that I will cut that list down to just Natasha, here at Treasure Books. Her approach is common sense and being REAL. I have learned from many and am grateful for those that do post, but, I have to stop watching all of them that cross my path and spend the time being creative in my own studio. Thank you, sincerely, Natasha!!! You are the BEST. The very BEST!! I am def a fan of you and your approach to this form of art: journals.
AMEN! You are 💯% correct!🥰
I have to agree! I have watched SO many journal-making videos over the past year and learned much from all of them, but Natasha, you are the whole package. I was “sold” a few months ago when one of your videos came via the UA-cam algorithm and-much to my amazement-you had created a “cheat sheet” summary of everything you demonstrated. So in addition to a crystal-clear, well-organized tutorial, I was able to print the cheat sheet and keep it as reference. You have thought of EVERYTHING to make learning easy for us, and your generosity with your knowledge and experience is simply beyond the pale. The quality of the journals you make speaks for itself: simply exquisite. Thank you for sharing your work with us. It is a pleasure to watch and listen to you! 😘
Ohhh!!! Thank you so very much!!!!!!
I agree 100pc!
I agree. I was drowning in “digi kit” ephemera videos. I can’t afford and don’t want to print cookie cutter pages. So, yes, thanks to Natasha, I’m back on track and full of renewed inspiration!!!
i love your channel ever since i found it. on printables: some time back a lady in a jj group posted, that she loved all the stuff we showed there, but she said she will never be able to do jj herself because she comes from a small caribbean island and there are no craft supply shops. i told her to check your channel because you mostly craft with stuff that basically everybody already has or stuff you can easily obtain from friends, family,... she was so happy about your channel and i think she´s now into crafting jjs because she saw in your videos that you don´t need a fancy crafting store to make beautiful projects. there is a target group for your kind of crafting. not everyone can buy lots of fancy stuff or just doesn´t want to. you show them that it´s also possible with minimal to no expense and that´s why i think that your channel is one of the most important in the jj world ;)
Thank you so much, I appreciate that :)
V true! That's what creativity is,all about.Use your imagination n artistic instinct to produce beauty from easily available stuff around you rather than buy "readymade or Prefab" stuff.
So true I do own a printer and have download stuff……my prints Are poor quality so prefer to do what you are teaching.
And create from junk and supplies from around about. Many thanks. I get overwhelmed with all the pro tables that are unattainable. Also I live in South Africa and rand dollar exchange is tough🌹
I agree 100%
I just made myself a tear ruler by taking my 30 year old plastic ruler outside and rubbing it against my wooden fence! I learned so much from this video! 😊
Hahaha I love it! thanks for watching :)
Great idea. Headed outside with my ruler.😁
What I learned: You are a natural teacher. With every video, you share your talent. Here, you shared the treasure of your knowledge and experience. Many thanks.
Thank you so much ❤️
This is one of my go-to channels to follow along. When I feel doubt creep in stopping me from being creative, it's usually when you say something so sweet and simple to keep me motivated. You are very reassuring while crafting. ❤
100% agreed
I feel the same way!
Thank you so much :)
One of the many reasons that I watch your videos is because I don't have a printer and need ideas on how to embellish my journal so thank you for that💚💚
I love that you showed a real work space. Your workroom looks like mine and I love it!
You are such an inspiration and I can tell, by your sharing nature, you are amazing!! TY for this video!!
Thank you so much!
Ditto!!
When I showed my husband you craft room photos he said it looks just like mine…. I love it!
This was absolutely fabulous! Even my husband stayed interested as we watched. Great tips here and I love how real and down to earth you are. You are very relatable and make even a beginner feel like they can get started without feeling overwhelmed.
“I know where everything is… unless it’s scissors someone has stolen from me.” 😂
Great video!! Your tutorials have inspired me to try junk journals. This was very informative and answered questions I had and some I didn’t know I had. 😁
Thanks so much! 😊
When I give my craft room a good clean I am searching for lost things for weeks.
Lol 😹 I know... I loved when she Said this when she found those scissors ✂️
This comment really made me giggle, and the fact that she mentioned the scissors a few times after ! That was the moment I hit subscribe, love the accent, the content the humour and the honesty 🥰
That made me laugh, so funny!
I love how you always recycle things and how your dont use digitals, and I mean, I have nothing against who does, but this mindseting of "having it kinda as a principle" inspires me so much. I also love how you always teach us about those things without gatekeeping. You are amazing!
I love this video so much. I feel so normal in my craft room now, even my husband said mine looks like yours! Controlled chaos, right? I learned there are no rules, to each his/her own. I appreciated the parts about glue and threads especially. I am glad you show such variety in your journals and styles. I am never disappointed in your tutorials. Thanks for "talking for 10 hours" for us.
Thank you so much Michelle!!
Thank heaven Hobby Lobby was out of $8 tearing rulers. I’m off to make my own. Thank you!
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Gloggy. New word for today. You need two sewing machines, I chuckle everyone you say the colour is wrong. I love your creative mind, just keep doing what you do
It never occurred to me to glue a single sheet of paper on top of another, then fold before binding in a book. I’ve always used washi or lattice hinged the two sheets together. This was a great video.
This video was packed with so much useful information that I was sorry to see it end. I learned a lot, such as the differences in glue and the problems with most glue sticks and tape runners. It was interesting to see how to find the “sold” price on Etsy, even if I don’t think I will need that tip. I loved seeing your creative space because now I am more comfortable about the way my own space looks - controlled chaos, but I know where everything is.
I'm glad the video was helpful :) Thanks so much for watching :)
Years ago I learned how to make junk journals and Never used a sewing machine. At the time I wanted one, It can be done. Now I’m feeling like making them again. I give all my supplies to my friends daughter but I know how and how to Collect again without spending to much money ❤️ thank you for your help.
Thank you for showing your less than perfect craft room 💕 I work in half of our bedroom and my boyfriend is a minimalist kind of guy. He wishes he couldn't see it... but he knows it's important to me. He will stop at yard sales and bring me home storage items like shelves, baskets and recently a nice utility cart. 😍 I have large utility shelves that basically go to the ceiling, and the fabric one has storage bins. The papercraft one has draw containers, baskets and the occasional box. Then I have 3 (now) rolling carts. I still have more on top of my 2 dressers. But my table is a small kitchen table that has metal frame and a surface that is like a plastic composite that doesn't damage its so sturdy and he actually picked it out for me.
All this is to say, when I see all those pretty ikea designed craft rooms where the only thing out is pretty craft props it really makes one feel bad... I love that you showed yours. It's real, it's a working craft space and I love it ♥️
Thank you so much Laura. Your boyfriend sounds amazing to do that for you, despite being a minimalist :)
I watched for an entire hour you answering questions I already knew the answers to, but just because I love watching your videos!!
Hahaha thank you so much! I appreciate it :)
Thank you Natasha! I've struggled so much trying to get started making a journal. I thought I needed a certain weight paper etc. I appreciate that you use "everything"! It's so easy to get caught up in thinking that I need every gadget. I've purchased soooo many things that have been totally worthless!
*What I learned from your video is that everything is acceptable in jj, simple as that, or, "Bob's your uncle!" Lol...😄 Thank you, excellent video, information and disclaimers. 🌷
Hehe thank you so much! You just put a few papers together, embellish, and Bob's your uncle.
Hi. despite I am not a junk journalist, and English is not my mother language I did understand every single word. You are a prof not only in junk journaling but in teaching too. Thank you so much! 🥰After this very buisy Christmas time (December 2022) I 'll give it a try :-) . Happy Chistmas, warm greetings from Hungary. Judit
This was very informative. Thank you. Making a tear ruler is the new thing I learned.
What a wonderfully down to earth and informative video. I laughed out loud when you showed your craft room, it was not what I expected, what a joy to know you are not a sock folder! Thanks for sharing all your knowledge.
Heheh thanks so much :)
Ha ha Never heard the term "sock folder" but have a good idea. I concur. Thanks for the tutorial and the laugh Leigh's Art Studio.
This video contains a lot of good info! One thing I did not know was the fact that you could (if available) see what a price for an already sold item was. I had no idea 😀
I only have my phone so I don’t think it’ll work for me…
I love other people’s craft room tours because the rooms either look like mine or inspire me to make mine better. Thank you!
This is a great video with well-explained answers to questions. (You even answered ones that I considered to be no one's business!) I did want to know about putting two single pages together without washi tape as I find that it's hard to sew through when I add the signature to the journal.
One easy way the make the makeup sponges a little easier to use for inking is to put the skinny end into a clothes pin far enough that the wide end is sticking out by about a centimeter. This rounds the wide end and the clothes pin is a great handle to give some control over how much ink is deposited onto the project.
Ooh great tip! Thank you!
What an excellent tip Esther, thank you :)
Natasha, my husband is totally convinced that I've gone off the deep end watching and laughing at your videos. "Bob's your uncle" has done me in!!!!! I just love your tutorials. Watched others, but always come back to you!!
I agree with you about the digitals...they look so beautiful but pricey due to the colored ink....very expensive. Thank you, Natasa, you never disappoint! I enjoy your humor and your honesty 😉
I agree. I also like giving 'junk' a new life and not throwing a magazine in the trash then buying paper to print pictures on it.
It even sounds silly!
I learned that I can wax my own thread using beeswax and I learned how I can make my own tearing stick. Amazingly simple! Thank you for sharing.
That ruler technique is genius. You are so creative! Thank you for sharing ❤️
MAGNIFICENT TUTORIAL!!! YOU should be paid big bucks for your excellent teaching skills!!! Thank you, love crafting, and you helped tremendously!!!
That wax stick you used in waxing the thread can be used to rub onto mod podge pages after they are completely dry to keep them from sticking together. If you still have some of those older projects with the mod podge pages you can give it a try, see how that works.
Oooh that’s good to know! Thanks👍
I recently had this problem and I just tried it and works well. Thanks for this tip
I don't use Mod Podge for that reason!
Yes I have done that actually to stop the pages sticking (I even spoke about it in the video but then edited it out) I also used talcum powder and that seems to work as well.
I've said it before and I'll say it a thousand times. I love that you are so real. I know very organized people are real, but keeping everything super organized just wastes my fun time. Seeing your organized system makes me feel normal and okay with my organized mess. You're an amazing teacher and honest caring person. Thank you for the inspiration. I have the pricy tearing ruler and wished I'd seen how easy it is to make your own. I'm going to make one anyway. 😆
This vid is so great for all those folks who need to understand our love for creating journals!💌❤️📚
Great live! IF anyone is still wondering…sewing machines often work best if you put the lighter weight or speciality thread in the bobbin. There isn’t a problem with using a lightweight bobbin thread and it is often done with machine embroidery. Cleaning the ‘crud’ out of the bobbin area is the most important thing you can do for your machine. Nearly all machines come with a little brush for cleaning that area out. Also, if you have the owner’s manual, it will tell you where you should oil your machine. I have been sewing for over 50 years and put nearly everything through my machine. Great, honest answers. Covering your machine while not being used is also a good idea.
Love everything you do/make/suggest/don't like and prove how efficient we can actually be just using basics!
A suggestion i now do so S not to be overwhelmed is making a ton of covers first, then deciding on the papers, followed by important embellishments put aside before stitching the signatures together. I hope this actually makes sense 😂
Thank you, The information about incorporating sewing machine was really helpful. I just started using one and was so afraid I would damage my machine sewing paper. Great video!!
I love how you made your tears ruler!!
Wow !! Just want to thank you a lot for the content of this video and the way you explain everything ! It makes all the difference and your exemples are clear and it's really easy to understand everything !! :-) You are an amazing "teacher" for Junk Journals and you were my reference when I started so, thank you very much for all your videos, your time and your sharing !!! Take care, Natalie
Thank you so much Natalie, you too :)
This was fantastic. Especially how honest you are about everything you do with your sewing machine. I’m sure the experts were cringing.i love your approach towards creativity and towards using what you have - not rushing out to buy all kinds of speciality tools. This video is a gem!
Thank you so much!
Lots of useful information. Not everyone can have a perfectly neat craft room. As long as you know where everything is, that's all that you need. Thank you so much.
Thank you for this video! The one thing I never would have thought of was making my own tearing ruler. The most validating thing, though, was your craft room tour. I want an organized space, I want neat storage, but the truth is that if I can't see it, it disappears from my mind--so I function best when everything is out in the open. I get more done when I just accept that this is my style and put my energy into creating rather than into struggling to get "organized." Your videos spark my creativity and I truly appreciate that!
Great video! I did not know about how to look up the price of sold items on Etsy. Thanks for sharing!
That craft room makes me feel not so bad. I said to my husband when he commented how hard he find it to work in all the clutter, "It's my organized mess and I know where everything is hahaha"
Thanks for all this great info... as always 🤗
Awesome tutorial!! Thank you so much for sharing your time and knowledge. What I really enjoyed watching was you putting the 'ease" into easy. Not perfection - just fun. God bless.
I LOVE THESE VIDEO YOU COVER SO MUCH AND I HAVE LEARN SO MUCH ALL YOU TIPS THE YOU HAVE SHARE I REALLY APRECIATE YOUR TIME GOD BLESS YOU XOXO
Thanks for all the valuable info, you're the first Junk Journal creator that I watched a couple years ago and you've inspired me to start my own creations.
I'm so glad! Thank you :)
Just my opinion, but I think you are the best junk journaler/scrapper on line. I can sit and watch you for hours while doing my own crafting. Thanks for all the ideas and the tutorials! You make scrapping fun!!
Yay! Thank you!
Thanks for sharing your wisdom. For me, I love that you use what you have, that creating doesn't require purchasing a lot of stuff. Also, no rules allow more freedom to create with what I have. Love it. I've been enjoying your videos for a while and find inspiration, information and encouragement. Thank you again! Hugs from Utah ❤
Fancy craft rooms cannot foster creativity. I love your creative space! It’s perfect!
This is fantastic. I have two shoe boxes of supplies I’ve recently collected and also don’t own a printer. So Thanks for sharing and providing inspiration!
This video was the best! Sewing machine, threads, signatures, glues, KaiserCraft, the tearing ruler idea, and there was a lot more.
It was very thorough and detailed. I did take notes, but will go thru the video again. It was that good! Carol from California, USA
Thank you so much Carol :)
Tour was great. I’m organizing my craft room and my sister looks and says it’s a mess, but I know exactly where to find what I need! These are great ideas. I love you videos! This was very helpful, so much so I plan on watching it over and over! You are a great teacher! Thank you!
Glad it was helpful! Thank you Cyndia :)
You do a great job of explaining/demonstrating techniques. I appreciate your ability to tell and show me enough succinctly. Thank you very much! The technique I liked best in this video was how to connect pages to make a page large enough to fold to go into a signature.
Glad it was helpful! Thank you so much Marianne :)
I use a size 90/14 needle when I do paper piecing patterns for quilting. The needles are relatively sturdy. I have also used them for quilting, but normally I use a size 80/12 for that as they are just a bit “thinner” or “finer”. For standard sewing my fabric squares or whatever together, I use size 70/10. I hope that helps everyone. Basically the larger the numbers the heftier the needle.
Thank you for the info! Very helpful :)
Thank you for sharing all that wonderful information! I think my favorite tip was making your own tearing ruler. I purchased mine a while back but may end up trying to create one similar to yours for different torn edges.
I don’t have a room dedicated to crafting but that’s what my house basically looks like with all my crafting stuff! lol I Love It!!
Such a keeper of a vid! Especially I'm ALWAYS too late to see the price on your lovelies that I'd want to purchase. So THAT info was fun to learn - numerous pieces of useful info - that one was the stand-out for me.
Thank you Phyllis!! I'm so glad you enjoyed the video :)
When I want to know the price of a jj that already sold, it's because I want to know if I could have afforded it!
Love your craft room. That one is my style. Thanks for your tips! ❤️
You’re the best in explaining all the details in a very light clear ways ❤️❤️❤️ thank you so much dear for all your amazing videos ❤️❤️❤️
I absolutely love your way of creating your own tools and using what is available outside of buying new. Your craft room looked very much like my own, so I loved seeing that! Thanks for this video, and the reminder of hinging and other great ideas.
Very informative. Thank you for taking the time to answer all these questions that we all wonder about but afraid to ask!! One especially was about seeing the cost of journals sold! Didn’t know that!
I love the fact that you started by creating ideas to use created tools.it shows that you don't have to buy top of the line expensive stuff. I dont have a lot of money but love doing these journals. I wanted everything you had. I have "made do" many times and am so glad to see you also did. Also my craft area is overflowing as well. I keep working at getting it all organized. I know where to look but others would not. ☺️
I didn’t know anyone would be so very honest about making beautiful journals for less and using what you have ( or can afford). Every answer I learned about what it takes to make a journal. Also learned ( by watching the video) that it’s ok to have a craft room that is useful- not all put-away. Salute to you! And thanks!
I love that You have the principal creativity first before the easy way with digitals! Very inspirational
I learned so much from this video...Waxed thread, different glues, how to add single pages, how to sew bags and pieces of paper, etc. Thank you so much for sharing your information with me.
Side note, I really enjoy how you have the sheet with instructions! Love it!!
I love that you use what you have and feel you are more creative!😊❤️
My favorite part is finding out about the double sided tape!! I need to redo all my scrapbooks now!!!!
I appreciate all of your suggestions. Thank you for sharing your craft room in a realistic state.
I really appreciate that you are prepared. You have the items/products ready and we don’t have to wait while you find and prepare things. This is most excellent.
Love your tour. It’s amazing how much “stuff” we crafters can accumulate. Thanks for sharing. I’m just getting started making journals and your channel is my favorite source for tutorials. Have a great 2022.
This has been a very helpful tutorial, Natasha. I remember saving it, when it came out, for future reference. Just happen to come across it today, and watched it again. It answered some questions that I didn't know to ask, when I first started into junk journaling, that I needed answers to, now that I am more into the craft. Also, as a beginner, what drew me to your channel was how you didn't promote going out and buying all the expensive gadgets and materials to make your journals. That allowed me to use my own imagination, without feeling guilty that I didn't own all the beautiful papers, and expensive tools. I'm sure I am not the only one who has benefited like this, from watching your videos. Just wanted to thank you, myself, for that. My hope is that anyone new to the craft, will go back and watch all your videos, before checking out any other junk journal channels. Thanks again, Natasha.
Great video! Love the fact that you make many of your own tools and use what you have on hand! I especially loved the tearing ruler idea. I actually stopped the video, grabbed an old plastic ruler I had on hand from many years ago which I don't even use anymore. Scrounged around and found a couple of metal tools with texture on the handles and made my ruler! It works great! I love it! Thanks for all the tips!
Thats awesome, I'm so glad it worked!!
Bravo, Nataša ! I think we all so love you for being such a good "distance teacher" and so utterly honest. 🤗 I personally love you for your REAL creativity - making something beautiful out of nothing! And for finding the way when it means a lot to you. " I hope that makes sense. " (This is the sentence which reminds me of you.)❤️😁
Heheh thank you so much Bojana!!
Thank you do much for all your answers! I love your tearing ruler trick and I'm going to make one too ... I also LOVE your craft room tour! You're such a lovely person and your voice is so relaxing ❤️
I love your style. You are a wonderful Teacher.
Thank you! 😃
Thanks for another great video. Loved that you showed how to make a tearing ruler. Will definitely make one. You are so talented and creative!
I am SO on the same page with you in your philosophys of journal making! Writing space, embellishing, etc. Also, thank you for sharing the different "types" of journals. I was trying to fit my "style" into one category. But, I love so many different aspects of different journals; but, feel strongly about being able to write in a "journal." Having a "glue book," or "art journal," or other makes so much sense. Having a "pretty" journal that inspires me to write "thoughts, "experiences," or "work through something" fits my way of thinking. Thank YOU Natasha! YOU are a treasure!!!
Love seeing a craft room that looks like mine 😂 I get so tired of seeing picture perfect pinterest-like craft rooms with every thing perfect. That'll just never be.
I love your original and “handmade” approach to creativity. I prefer to do techniques myself instead of industrialized crafting! 🥰
I just love your tutorials! Your explanation of pages/sides/signatures was just what I needed as that always seems to have confused me! I’m actually using your cereal box tutorial to put together a journal😃
😃you are a very organized teacher. You use only the words you need to use but you anticipate other questions about your tutorial. If you haven't already you should definitely publish a book. You have it all done. Take important snapshots and transcribe your words. I was thoroughly engaged in the whole thing. I learned a lot because I have watched quite a few tutorials but never tried making one. The closer your sewing stitches were let the paper rip which really surprised me I thought it would be stonger. Thank you so much for sharing your vast knowledge.
A Dremel tool wd be great for the homemade tearing ruler- super fast 👍🏼 (just my take at The Lake 😎🤗)
I didn't even think of that!!
I have been crafting most of my life and I saw one of your videos and fell in love with Junk Journals. I have watched videos by others on Junk Journals, BUT your videos are hands down the very best I have seen. You are creative, your tutorials are informative and your instructions very well thought out and easy to follow. You are an excellent teacher. Thank you so much for introducing me to my new hobby!
Natasha, you and your videos are an absolute delight! You’re some sort of magician, I swear! I’m still mystified about this art form but I find your stuff and approach so inspiring and down to earth - something anyone can grab hold of. Thank you for being so accessible. Your comment about your “good scissors “ made me laugh very loud - I know that feeling so well! Thanks a million and keep it up!
The best thing that I like which differentiates you from the other junk journal makers is that you use the resources at hand and not rely on what things that need to be purchased or printed to create a junk journal. More of an eco-friendly manner.
The way you distressed the page with the ink blending tool is something I haven’t done. I usually only go over the very edges.
Love this video! As usual you explain things so well, so plainly. You are a great teacher! 💖💖💖
Thank you for sharing your craft room. As I always say “I know what’s in every pile”. CREATIVITY IS NEVER TIDY.
So true!
Thank you for taking the time and effort to make such an informative video! Lots of great information on things I've wondered about. 🧡🙂
oh my lanta! i feel so much better after seeing your craft room! it's overwhelming seeing unrealistic perfectly organized rooms.
I learned I needed to dust my machine so as soon as I got to that part I paused your video and UA-camd how to take apart my sewing machine to clean it 😂 I’m like you in the sense that I also got a decent,y priced sewing machine and the first time I ever stitched was on paper just learning as I go. Thank you for your video! I also learned how to bind single pages together 🙂
Nice to see a craft room that looks like mine😂 laughing so much , so glad that you are so “real” . Love that you talk to the viewer like they are sitting with with you like friends sitting at the kitchen table having a cup of tea and a chat. Well done, very informative .
💞 I love your craft room!!!!
Excellent video!!! 👏👏👏👏
Thank you! I especially appreciate your confirmation of the problems with the durability of Mod Podge, tape runners, and glue sticks.
You are an amazing creator and outstanding instructor. I appreciate everything that you do.
Thank you so much. I just love your videos, you are very creative and I love your journals you make. Take care and I can't wait to see your next project.