Scrapbooking vs junk journaling. It sounds like a cage match! But don't worry, I think they're both winners. Scrapbooking and junk journaling are both creative ways to express yourself. They both use books or journals. And either one of them can bring you hours of happiness and fun. Most of the supplies are interchangeable. You can use old tickets and flyers in your scrapbook. And you can use photos or scrapbook kits in your junk journal. They do have different styles, though

Are junk journals really made out of junk? It depends what you consider junk! Everything from shopping bags to wrapping paper is so beautifully designed that I never want to throw it away. Finding pretty pictures and patterns on everyday packaging is one of the things that inspired me to start junk journaling. Start saving that black and white tissue paper from Sephora. Keep the ribbons that your pajamas were tied with. Look at the flyers that come in your junk mail. You'll f

When you sit down to make a junk journal page, sometimes it helps to have a theme in mind. A theme gives your page a sense of direction. It can tie together the colors, the words, and the pieces of ephemera you choose. Most of all, it sparks creativity and makes the process more enjoyable. This article may contain affiliate links. This means that I might earn a small commission if you make a purchase, at no extra cost to you.  Here are some themes you can try the next time yo