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Create personalised Mixed Media Inspiration Journal
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Create personalised Mixed Media Inspiration Journal

How to create a mixed media inspiration journal by up-cycling a simple brochure using found papers
Highest Rated
Created byNina Vangerow
Last updated 12/2018
English
English [Auto],

What you'll learn

  • In this class students will learn two things, one, how to create a beautiful mixed paper journal from a simple brochure and two, how to turn this journal into a personal inspiration journal.

Course content

1 section • 16 lectures • 1h 3m total length

  • Introduction2:21

    Create a personalized mixed media inspiration journal by upcycling a brochure and founding papers, a two-part process that starts your journaling journey with pages that celebrate what makes you happy.

  • Tools & Materials5:22

    Gather cutting mats, knives, rulers, scissors, pencils, erasers, bone folders, glue sticks, and a variety of papers—scraps, envelopes, book pages, magazines, maps, photos, and washi tape—for mixed media inspiration journal.

  • Part One - The Journal2:09

    Cover brochure pages with offcuts of paper to create a grungy journal style, explore quick covering techniques, and customize color schemes.

  • Pages One & Two8:11

    Turn a plain booklet into a vintage-inspired mixed media journal by dyeing edges with coffee, layering tea- and coffee-stained papers, and creating frames and patchwork layouts.

  • Pages Three & Four4:45

    Create a simple double-page mixed media inspiration journal using coffee-dyed envelope paper to cover photos, pairing vintage fabric, and optional washi tape, with torn edges and careful alignment.

  • Pages Five & Six1:52

    Reuse a notepad page on pages five and six, add pink-toned scraps and floral tissue, and glue for a smooth, double-page journal spread for Jeff.

  • Pages Seven & Eight4:04

    Create a left-hand patchwork of floral designs for pages seven and eight using coffee-dyed book pages, magazine wallpaper, and scrap papers to form a collage background.

  • From Page to Envelope6:04

    Create an envelope from journal pages using a double page, fold the left, glue brown packaging paper on the outside, and cut a pointy flap.

  • Part Two - The Prompts1:44

    Explore personalizing your newly created journal with downloadable prompts in a PDX file, photos, washi tape, and a glue stick, guided by the class project and prompts.

  • Getting Started5:30

    Get started with creating a personalised mixed media inspiration journal. Explore the initial steps to start this creative journal and tailor it to your interests.

  • Have done List2:23

    Use a have done list to celebrate achievements big and small, not a to do list, including journaling, healthy routines, and starting projects, then revisit later for motivation.

  • Little Moments5:47

    Create a little moments page in a mixed media journal using alphabet stems, stamps, and calligraphy to capture simple joys like outdoor time, dog walks, and the changing seasons.

  • Want to make time for3:44

    Create a mixed media journal spread using a vintage postcard prompt, a personal photo, and a chosen quote, to celebrate making time for books and reading.

  • You are loved2:40

    Create a heartfelt mixed-media journal page celebrating loved ones by arranging photos with family members and friends, using washi tape, glue, an envelope, and a decorative postcard for future additions.

  • Writing a Letter3:24

    Write a self-addressed inspirational letter in your personalized mixed media inspiration journal, drawing on achievements and resilience, and prompts to write to your younger self with quotes.

  • Journal Cover3:50

    Create a simple journal cover with packaging or craft paper, add a collage and tape detail, then glue it to the cover and spine, dry under heavy books.

Requirements

  • No previous knowledge or skills are necessary for taking this class.

Description

In this class you are going to learn how to turn a simple brochure and some found papers - e.g. off cuts, scrap paper, wrapping paper, tissue paper, magazine images, book pages, used envelopes, maps, sheet music - into a personalised Inspiration Journal.

This Inspiration Journal is for you, but you could create a journal like this tor a family member or friend.

It is to remind you of all the things you love doing, all the things that make you happy. It's to celebrate your achievements,rather than focus on all the things that are still on your to do list.

It's to remind you that you are enough and that you are doing your best, to not compare yourself and your life to other peoples (especially with social media telling us on a daily basis how perfect everybody else seems to be.

The creating of this journal is an act of mindfulness, and and act of self care.

This journal is there for you to look at when you are having a bad day and are full of doubt, it is there to remind you how strong you are, that things are going to get better and that you make a difference in this world.

The class has been divided into two parts.

Part One focuses on the creation of the journal and teaches you simple mixed media techniques to cover the pages and get the brochure ready for journaling.

Part Two works with the journal prompts (you will find a PDF file with journal  prompts, quotes and poems in the Class Project section) and is going to show you how you can work with these journal prompts to create beautiful page spreads.

This class is suitable for all levels. Advanced learners could easily incorporate further or more mixed media techniques to their journal.

I really hope you like the idea of creating your very own Inspiration Journal and I'm looking forward to seeing you in my class.

Nina xo


PS I've got a few more bonus video lectures, which will be added to this class in the New Year.

Music used in this class "These Moments" by Nicolai Heidlas Hooksounds

Who this course is for:

  • This class is perfect for students, who are looking into mindfulness, self-reflection and self-development, while learning mixed media skills in the course of creating their own journal. This class is also of interest to anyone, who enjoys using materials they already have, enjoy up -and recycling and are trying to live a greener more sustainable life.

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