What can I do with a mini junk journal?

A mini junk journal is versatile! You can use it as a spring bucket list, a pocket memory keeper for ticket stubs and pressed flowers, a daily gratitude log, or simply as a form of creative meditation to unplug and reset.

What supplies do I need to make a mini junk journal?

The essentials are the printed Cherry Blossom kit, scissors, and glue. For the exact version in the tutorial, you'll also need cardstock, embroidery thread, a needle, an awl for piercing, and a bone folder for crisp creases.

How do I bind a one-stitch mini journal?

To bind a one-stitch journal, align your pages inside the cover, pierce two holes through the spine (about 3/4 inch from the top and bottom) using an awl, then stitch out from the center and back in. Tie a knot on the inside to secure it.

Is the Cherry Blossom Junk Journal kit free?

Yes! The Cherry Blossom Mini Junk Journal Kit is a free download available in the members area. It includes the cover, pages, pockets, and fussy cuts.

How to Make a Mini Junk Journal: Free Cherry Blossom Kit

Colleen McCarthy
2 days ago
3 min read

There's something magical about the first signs of spring. Just when it seems that winter will never end, suddenly the air feels warm. Birds are hopping on the sill and flowers are starting to bloom again.

To celebrate the season, I've made a new mini junk journal kit with one of my favorite flowers: cherry blossoms! This little book is designed to be a quick, and happy project. It doesn't take a lot of time or fancy binding skills. It’s more about the pretty paper, the pink flowers, and the stories you tuck inside.

Vertical flat lay of a handmade cherry blossom junk journal on a black background, surrounded by fussy cut paper ephemera like pink lanterns, a flower vase, and Polaroid-style photos of a tea garden. — Make this mini junk journal for spring! The kit includes the cover, paper, pockets, and fussy cuts - plus a bonus photo sheet!

Make a Cherry Blossom Themed Mini Junk Journal

And best of all - this printable project is absolutely free. Head over to the free members area. If you haven't already joined, it's free to sign up, with no obligations. Once you're in, download the Cherry Blossom Mini Junk Journal Kit.

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What Do You Do With a Mini Junk Journal?

One question I hear a lot is: It’s beautiful, but what do I actually do with a junk journal? A junk journal is whatever you need it to be. But if you’re looking for inspiration, here's a few ways you can use this mini version:

A Spring Bucket List: Write down three things you want to experience now that the snow is gone.
A Pocket Memory Keeper: Use it to store ticket stubs, pressed flowers, or tiny polaroids from a spring walk.
Creative Meditation: Sometimes, the act of making is enough. Use the process of sewing and gluing as a way to unplug and reset.
A Daily Gratitude Log: Because it's small, it’s not intimidating to write just one sentence a day.

Watch a Video Tutorial

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q194DyMxaFw

Watch the full step-by-step tutorial to see how easy it is to bind this one-stitch Cherry Blossom mini journal.

My Supply List

The only thing you absolutely need is the printed kit, a pair of scissors, and some glue! If you've already got thread, tools, or scraps around the house, use those first.

If you'd like to make the exact journal I made, here are the supplies I used:

Printing Directions

Print the cover page on white cardstock. Turn the sheet over and print one of the patterns on the back.
Print the pages on plain white paper. Turn the pages over and print the patterns on the back.
Print the photo sheet on glossy photo paper. If you don't have photo paper, you can print them on cardstock - they'll still be pretty cute!

Assembly Instructions

Score and fold the cover and the pages.
Arrange your pages in the order that you want your book.
Line up the pages inside the cover, and open to the center of the pages.
Measure 3/4 of an inch from the top and from the bottom and mark with a small dot.
Using your awl, pierce through the pages and the spine.
Next, make one stitch out from the center of the pages and back inside.
Pull the thread taut and tie a knot. Trim off the extra thread and your book is finished!
Use the pockets, pictures and fussy cuts to decorate your pages.

Enjoy Creating

Remember, there’s no right or wrong way to fill these little pages. This journal is a tiny gift to yourself. Use it as a quiet space to celebrate the return of the sun. Don't worry about making it perfect. Just enjoy the rhythm of crafting. Have fun sewing, cutting, and gluing the pieces together.

If you have any questions while you're assembling your book, just leave a comment below or head over to the YouTube video to chat with me there!

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