Junky Site

Check local thrift stores, free little libraries, and hardware stores for wallpaper or paint sample cards. 2. Prepare the Foundation

A "Junky" or junk journal is a handmade book crafted from recycled and found materials that would otherwise be discarded. Unlike traditional journals, junk journaling focuses on creative freedom where "there are no rules". 1. Gather Your Materials

You can use a dedicated fabric-covered cover or repurpose a composition notebook. Check local thrift stores, free little libraries, and

Use cardboard boxes (cereal, pasta), coffee filters, and candy or gum wrappers.

Binding is often the most technical step, but it can be kept simple. Use cardboard boxes (cereal, pasta), coffee filters, and

Use an awl (or a detail knife if necessary) to make binding holes through the center fold of your signatures and the spine of your cover.

Look for fabric scraps, ribbon, buttons, and even metal washers in your junk drawers. Look for fabric scraps

You can find journaling supplies for little to no cost by raiding your own home or local community.