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Creativity, Ephemera, Junk Journal Making, Paper Arts, Tink's Tips for Junk Journaling, Tools and Supplies
How to Save Paper When Using a Whale Tail Punch (Junk Journal Tip)
Whale tail tabs are one of the most popular elements in junk journaling. They’re useful, decorative, and add that layered, dimensional look that makes handmade journals feel special. But if you’re using a punch to make them, you may be wasting more paper than you realize. Today, I want to show you a simple method to maximize your paper and get more whale tail tabs from every sheet. The Original Whale Tail Punch The original whale tail punch from Stampin’ Up is no longer in production, but many crafters still use them. You can often find them: on eBay at thrift stores at garage sales They’re sturdy, reliable, and perfect…
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Creativity, Ephemera, Junk Journal Making, Organizing and Storage, Tink Recommends:, Tools and Supplies
Tink Recommends: Paper Crafting Tools to Hold Pieces While Glue Dries
I will admit, there are times when I wish I had three hands 😉 Sometimes, getting something to stay in the right configuration until the glue dries is the hardest part of a project! Today, I’m sharing two simple paper crafting tools that I use every day to solve that problem: Paper clips (with a simple storage upgrade) Scotch Removable Tape (a reusable temporary adhesive) These tools help hold paper pieces in place without damage, shifting, or frustration. Tool #1: Paper Clips for Holding Paper in Place Paper clips are one of the simplest and most effective tools for holding paper layers together while glue dries. However, standard paper clip…
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Creativity, Ephemera, Grunge Style, Junk Journal Ephemera, Junk Journal Making, Paper Arts, Steampunk, Tink's Tips for Junk Journaling, Tools and Supplies
How to Use Distressed Tape in Junk Journals (Simple Techniques That Make Pages Feel Real)
Inspiration, Motivation, and Celebration for your junk journaling What is Distressed Tape in Junk Journals? If you’ve ever wondered how to make junk journal pages look more real, distressed tape is one of the simplest ways to do it. Distressed tape is regular clear or cello tape that has been altered (usually with ink or stain) to give it an aged, vintage look. It’s often used in junk journals to: • make ephemera look naturally attached • add realism to collage pages • create hinged or interactive elements • add subtle texture and layering 🌿 Inspiration – A Little Detail I Always Come Back To When I’m putting together junk…
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3 x 5 Projects, Ephemera, Father's Day, Grunge Style, Junk Journal Kits, Junk Journal Making, Mini Books, Steampunk
Planning Ahead with Steampunk Gentleman’s Accessories Junk Journals
I’m excited, because I got an idea for handmade Christmas gifts for the adults in our family. I’m going to keep noodling on that one for a while, but thankfully I’ve got plenty of time. 😉 But for other holidays, things seem to come fast, especially for those of us who make things by hand. So I wanted to share details for a small Steampunk Gentleman’s Accessories junk journal I made recently, because journals like this would make such good Father’s Day gifts. If you like making for the men in your life, or if you just enjoy a good steampunk project, this one might give you a few ideas.…
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Creativity, Ephemera, Grunge Style, Junk Journal Ephemera, Junk Journal Making, Tink's Tips for Junk Journaling, Tools and Supplies
Stamps that fit the original Whale Tail Tabs…
I’m working on a pair of Junk Journals (you can see them open at the top of the picture) I recently purchased a set of fun alphabet and number stamps. They hook together, making it easy to form words. Today I realized that four letters fit well on the classic whale tail tabs, in the 7 x 5mm size. You can see how they link together at the bottom of the picture. Here are some examples of how I used them… (Yellow Post-its are there to mark pages that still need embellishments 😉 ) Here they are on Amazon: Here is their Amazon link. Note – You get two sets!…
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Thrift Store Junk Journal Storage Find
Lucked out at the thrift store and got a lovely storage box. I added the red bow and distressed tag (because I won’t remember what is stored in it! Bless my heart!) Now it holds all of my miscellaneous envelopes.
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Ephemera, Grunge Style, Junk Journal Ephemera, Junk Journal Kits, Tink's Tips for Junk Journaling, Tools and Supplies
Using Full Sheet Label Paper
I love to use full sheet label paper for my small labels. I age the label paper sheet first before printing it with the label shapes. I either print with an aged paper background image or I distress with ink and interesting stencils. When the label shapes are printed on and then cut out, they have a lovely, randomly distressed look.
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Bonus Designs, Ephemera, Grunge Style, Junk Journal Ephemera, Junk Journal Kits, Junk Journal Making, NEW DESIGNS
Library Ephemera and Old Paper Junk Journal Kit with FREE Bonus Design
Here is the newest design, just added to my Etsy Shop – Library Ephemera and Old Paper Junk Journal Kit with FREE Bonus Design. New Designs are 25% Off. The full set of 12 pages plus the Bonus Design can be purchased here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1801164231/library-ephemera-and-old-paper-junk These designs feature a variety of Library Ephemera, along with vintage Receipts, Ledger pages, antique book pages, advertising, and more. These pages act as wonderful base pages for any project using the vintage or steampunk aesthetic. Use as is or embellish further to make them your own! Dimensions: Length: 8.5 Inches; Width: 11 Inches To download the Bonus Design, go here: https://junkjournalephemera.com/sdm_downloads/bonus-design-for-library-ephemera-and-old-paper-junk-journal-kit/
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Halloween Treats Tags and Pockets with FREE Bonus Design
Here is the newest design, just added to my Etsy Shop – Halloween Treats Tags and Pocket with FREE Bonus Design. New Designs are 25% Off. The full set of 12 pages plus the Bonus Design can be purchased here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1797090255/halloween-treats-tags-and-pockets Halloween Treats Tags and Pockets (Instant Download, PDF File, YOU Print) A fun collection of 12 Tag and Pocket sets with a Bonus set all featuring a vintage watercolor look. The theme is Halloween treats, including cookies, potions, candy, jack-o-lanterns, and more. Use for party invitations! Great for parties or gifts! *NOTE – This design set has a Bonus design. The Bonus is included in your purchase. Approximate size…
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Watercolor Perfume Bottles Ephemera with FREE Bonus Design
Here is the newest design, just added to my Etsy Shop – Watercolor Perfume Bottles Ephemera with FREE Bonus Design. New Designs are 25% Off. The full set of 12 pages plus the Bonus Design can be purchased here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1779365672/watercolor-perfume-bottles-ephemera A romantic collection of 12 pages + a Bonus Page featuring colorful Perfume bottles, rendered in lovely watercolor style illustrations. Each bottle or vignette is provided in several sizes, ready to be cut out and applied to your project. Create wonderful, feminine gifts for girls, Moms, or even Bridal Showers. NOTE – This design set has a Bonus design. The Bonus is included in your purchase. Approximate size is 8…
