While poking around for new hobbies, I considered getting into junk journaling. Despite not actually getting into the hobby myself, I was fascinated by all the different ideas, techniques, and materials one can use to create your one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Even in the digital age, there are many junk journal bloggers who share their expertise, tips, and artistic creations with the world. Let’s explore some of the best junk journal blogs and websites I came across in 2024, updated for 2025.
Artful Haven, run by Ivana, is a blog that celebrates the joy of creativity and self-expression through journaling. Ivana shares her artistic journey, offering inspiration, tutorials, and resources for fellow artistic journalers. Her blog features a mix of art journaling and mixed media techniques, providing readers with a wealth of ideas for their own creations. While her website is not specifically junk journaling, her art journal prompts are some great inspiration for the junk journal addict.
An online vintage paper craft store, The Cloaked Fox maintains a blog that has plenty of articles about junk journaling and ephemera. There’s also plenty of supplies to be found here, if you’re looking for more vintage items to include in your journaling adventures.
The Graphics Fairy is a treasure trove for junk journal enthusiasts in search of high-quality vintage images and graphics. Karen, the blog’s creator, curates and shares an extensive collection of free digital resources, perfect for enhancing your junk journal pages. The blog also features a wide array of tutorials and project ideas, making it an invaluable resource for the creative junk journaler. She even has a free online course for creating your own junk journal!
Written by Justine Jenkins, junk journaling is front and center on this website dedicated to paper crafts. There’s plenty of articles with junk journal ideas and inspiration. From Junk Journaling 101 guides, to recommended printables, to flip-throughs, you’ll have a field day with all of the journaling content featured here.
A creator of art from vintage sources, Margarete Miller’s work has been featured in Journaling magazine. She has an extensive archive of junk journal creations to inspire junk journal addicts everywhere. Some of her creations are truly mind-boggling when it comes to what materials she uses, challenging anyone who wants to have a truly unique junk journals in their collection.
Located in Maine, The Scrapologist is a resource for junk journal supplies for beginners. Cindy offers many types of junk journal ephemera in her online shop, including vintage fabrics, antique photographs, and more.
Here are some additional articles for junk journal ideas:
- Awesome Junk Journal Page Ideas and Inspiration – The Organized Mom
- Mini Junk Journal with Pooh – Unity Stamp Company
- The Ultimate Guide to Junk Journals – Notebook Therapy
- What is Junk Journaling? – Archer and Olive
Updated 6/24/25
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