Junk Journal Club

A cozy, creative space to gather, share, and journal together.

Our FREE Junk Journal Club is a casual get-together designed for folks who want more time to work on their journals between workshops. These sessions are less structured and more community-driven—think of it as a creative hangout where we bring our journals, swap ideas, share supplies, and enjoy some good company.

Whether you’re brand new to junk journaling or an old pro, you’re welcome to join us! These gatherings are free to attend, though we ask that participants bring their own basic supplies (see suggested list below). It’s a great way to stay inspired, meet like-minded crafters, and make progress on your journal in a supportive, relaxed setting.

We’ll bring some tools and a stash of goodies to share (and maybe declutter!), but the heart of these clubs is participation and connection. No pressure, no expectations—just time to relax, create, and connect.

Even if you’re not local to us, this page might inspire you to start a club of your own in your area. Community journaling is for everyone!

Suggested Supplies for Junk Journal Club Meetings:

Basic Essentials:
Blank Junk Journal, altered book, or whatever you're working on
Glue stick (permanent preferred, acid-free recommended)
Craft glue (acid-free recommended)
Scissors
Craft knife or box cutter
Cutting mat (12" x 18" recommended)
Pen or pencil
Small ruler
Assorted paper
Assorted fabric scraps, lace, ribbon
Tote bag & pencil case(s) for organizing tools & materials

Optional But Helpful Tools:
Bone folder or old gift card (for folding/creasing)
Black or brown ink pad & daubers* (optional, for distressing edges)
Paper trimmer (if you have one)
Hole punches (standard or fancy designs)
Stapler or tiny attacher
Washi tape or decorative tape
Idea Books
Cluster Books
Eyelet kit
Cutting mat & craft blade
Bookbinding kit (waxed cord, awls, large needle)
Bookbinding tape

Papers & Materials:
Old book pages
Scrapbook paper or cardstock
Magazine clippings
Envelopes or junk mail
Fabric scraps or lace
Tags, labels, or index cards
Postcards or greeting cards
Wrapping paper or tissue paper
Stamps and ink
Stickers or die-cuts

Optional Extras to Share or Trade:
Ephemera (vintage or handmade)
Paper napkins with fun prints
Stencils
Embroidery floss or twine
Buttons, beads or charms


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✨ Don’t worry if you don’t have all of these! Bring what you can, and we’ll have some extra materials available to share. Junk journaling is all about using what you have and getting creative!

*You can use a variety of creative tools as ink daubers for distressing paper edges—everything from makeup sponges to felt pads (like the kind made for chair legs) stuck onto an empty pill bottle works beautifully.