What Is Junk Journaling? A Gentle Beginner’s Guide
If you’ve ever been drawn to old papers, handwritten notes, soft florals, or layers of texture on a page, you may already be a junk journaler — even if you didn’t know the name for it. Junk journaling is a creative, relaxed form of journaling that focuses on storytelling through paper. There are no rules, no perfect layouts, and no right or wrong way to begin. It’s about using what you love to create pages that feel personal, expressive, and meaningful. This guide is here to gently introduce you to junk journaling and help you get started without feeling overwhelmed. What Exactly Is Junk Journaling? At its heart, junk journaling is the art of collecting and repurposing papers to tell a story or capture a feeling. These journals often include a mix of: * Vintage-style images * Scrap paper and book pages * Ephemera like tickets, labels, or tags * Handwritten notes or quotes * Collage, layering, and texture The word “junk” doesn’t mean trash — it simply refers to everyday papers and mater...
