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If you’re looking for some of the best gifts for journalers that they’re sure to love, then look no further! Here’s my pick of over 20 journaling gifts you might not have thought of yet – and to suit all budgets! I’ve been making and writing in journals for over four years now, and I... The post 20+ Best Gifts For Journalers They’ll Love appeared first on House of Mahalo.
In today’s tutorial, you’ll learn how to make a quick and easy notebook. But with a shabby twist: aka a gusseted lace pocket at the back that’s perfect for storing sketches, pressed flowers, and any other treasures you want to stow away and use as future inspiration for your journaling or artwork. Whether you’re brand... The post How To Make A Quick & Easy Notebook (With A Shabby Twist!) appeared first on House of Mahalo.
When I first tried my own version of negative space art, I didn’t even know that’s what I was doing. I was just experimenting with a pretty book page, paper, paint and a few other bits and bobs: Since then, I’ve tried combining this simple technique with my stash of washi tapes – including a... The post Easy Negative Space Art Using Washi Tape appeared first on House of Mahalo.
Let’s be brutally honest with each other for a sec… How many times have you seen a tutorial and thought: “Oh right, I need those supplies to get started; not the ones I already have.” And then those same thoughts pop up again… and again… and again… practically every time you see a new tutorial.... The post The number 1 mistake I see every crafter make… appeared first on House of Mahalo.
Are you feeling stuck on which theme to use for your next junk journal? If you are, I totally get it. With so many themes to choose from, it can be overwhelming and easy to fall into the same go-to styles again and again. But here’s the thing: your junk journal can be anything you want... The post 100+ Junk Journal Themes To Spark Some Fresh Ideas appeared first on House of Mahalo.
If you love flowers, books, reading and pretty pastel pinks and greens, then you’re going to love what my Design Team and I have made with my Shabby Script paper collection. Let’s take a look at what we’ve all been making. Hopefully, you’ll come away brimming with ideas – whether you use this kit or... The post Shabby Script Project Inspiration From Me & My Design Team appeared first on House of Mahalo.
Have you ever made a journal so chunky it barely closes? That’s what we junk journalers lovingly call a gator-mouth journal and it’s something nearly all of us encounter at some point. The gator-mouth effect happens when your journal becomes too full and the fore-edge (the open side of your journal) becomes taller than the... The post Is Your Journal A Gator Mouth? Here’s What To Do About It. appeared first on House of Mahalo.
Do you ever wish your journal felt a little more private – without locking it away or tearing out pages? Whether you’re scribbling your rawest thoughts, a new poem or song lyrics you’re not quite ready to share with anyone yet, hidden journaling elements like flip-ups, fold-outs and secret pockets might be just what you... The post 19 Hidden Journaling Ideas To Keep Your Writing Private appeared first on House of Mahalo.
It’s now been over 4 years since I discovered junk journaling and I fall more and more in love with this addictive craft every single day. But when you first start out, it can be overwhelming to understand what supplies you should look for and which ones can wait for later. That’s why I’ve split... The post Essential Junk Journal Supplies & Where To Find Them appeared first on House of Mahalo.
You can make lots of projects using maps but these DIY love maps are probably my favourite. They’re easy to make, taking less than ten minutes in total, and look so cute inside a beautiful frame. When to make one Maybe you know a couple who’s celebrating a destination proposal or wedding, or have just... The post Quick & Easy DIY Love Map appeared first on House of Mahalo.
Since “Love Day” is almost upon us, I wanted to take a moment to say Mahalo (thank you) to everyone who’s a part of my little creative corner of the world. That includes you! So, I have a surprise freebie and project share for you today, which is inspired by all things “Shabby”. There’s something... The post Free Shabby Papers & A Dreamy Envelope Project appeared first on House of Mahalo.
A few years ago, I was buried under a mountain (or several mountains!) of junk journal supplies. I’d done what so many newbie crafters do and bought and collected loads of stuff, but I wasn’t using it. Mainly because I couldn’t find anything! Now, my studio is much more organised – and it’s all thanks... The post Junk Journal Supplies Organisation (Sort It Out Saturday Video Series) appeared first on House of Mahalo.
Who else thinks yarn wrapped letters are as cosy as they are charming? What if I told you they can also be practical as well as beautiful? Keep reading to find out how to take your DIY letters up a notch by turning them into a dazzling clock – just like this one: It’s inspired... The post DIY Yarn Wrapped Love Letters Clock appeared first on House of Mahalo.
I’m so excited to share my brand new junk journal challenge with you. It’s called “The Wheel of Inspiration” and I reckon it’ll keep us motivated and inspired year-round! Using a fancied-up prize wheel, I’ll pull two glittery stars from the wheel every month to reveal prompts for a “Star Project” and a “Wildcard Project”.... The post Introducing “The Wheel of Inspiration” Junk Journal Challenge! appeared first on House of Mahalo.
If you’re wondering whether junk journals are still popular in 2025, then the short answer is: yes, they are. But don’t just take my word for it. Let’s look at some data points, shall we? Are Junk Journals Still Popular? If we look at some of the data available to us, we’ll see the following:... The post Are Junk Journals Still Popular? 10 Reasons Why I Love Them appeared first on House of Mahalo.
If you sell or give your junk journals away, you might want to include a “note from the bookmaker” inside it to explain how the new owner can use the journal. This is especially helpful if they’ve never heard about or seen junk journals before. While there are various letters from other people available for... The post Free Printable Letter From The Bookmaker For Junk Journals appeared first on House of Mahalo.
If you have a friend or loved one who enjoys journaling or writing in a notebook, have you considered making them a simple yet thoughtful gift? One idea I have for you is a quick and easy DIY journal gift basket – just like the ones I sent to some of my Clubhouse Members for... The post Quick & Easy DIY Journal Gift Basket (Ideas & Tutorial) appeared first on House of Mahalo.
I love creating journals that celebrate the beauty of nature, so I often find myself reaching for books that inspire a connection to the world around us. If you love my style, read on to discover some of my favourite books I use for junk journaling. As you might imagine, many of them feature stunning... The post 13 Books I Love To Use For Junk Journaling appeared first on House of Mahalo.
During the summer, I hosted a Virtual Craft Retreat (now available as an online course/self-study workshop) where the idea was to create a beach-themed journal using my Driftwood Dreams digital kit. Not only was the retreat a lot of fun, but I LOVED seeing the journals the other ladies made. I thought you might like... The post Beach Journal Inspiration From Me & My Students appeared first on House of Mahalo.
I never imagined I’d create a beach-themed journal, but a trip to the coast earlier this year with my husband and our Rough Collie, Kai, changed that. I’ve always thought of beaches soaked in sunshine with children making sandcastles and seagulls flying overhead. But on this particular day, the weather was far from summery. It... The post Driftwood Dreams Beach Journal Inspiration & “The Making Of” appeared first on House of Mahalo.
With so many websites and Etsy shops selling beautiful junk journal printables, it can be hard to know which ones to buy. Will the digital kit you choose be as high quality as what you can see on screen? Or will it be fuzzy and grainy? Will the colours be bright and vivid? Or will... The post Recommended Junk Journal Printables (Tried & Tested!) appeared first on House of Mahalo.
One of the things I love most about junk journals and easy upcycling projects is that inspiration can come from practically anywhere – even your recycling bin! Some of the best supplies you can find and collect for your junk journals are things “normal” people would usually throw away. Pfft! Who needs normal anyway? But... The post 40+ Ideas For How To Use “Junk” in Your Junk Journals appeared first on House of Mahalo.
There are lots of ways you can make junk journal tassels. Every crafter I know has their own way of making them – ranging from quick and simple to complex and fiddly. A few years ago, at about 3 in the morning, I discovered a super simple way to make them and I’ve been making... The post How To Make Junk Journal Tassels In Under 15 Minutes! appeared first on House of Mahalo.
If you’re new to junk journaling and are looking for some junk journal definitions to help you out with any of the following questions: Then you’ve come to the right place! I had these same questions when I started junk journaling, so I wanted to create a resource (an A-Z glossary if you will) full... The post Junk Journal Definitions & A-Z Junk Journal Glossary For Beginners appeared first on House of Mahalo.
If you’re new to junk journaling, I imagine you probably have various questions – just like I did. I hope you find the answers you need below, but as always, I’m only an email away if you ever need to ask anything else. In this blog post, I’ve covered all the questions I had when... The post FAQs About Junk Journaling: 20+ Tips You Need To Know appeared first on House of Mahalo.
Over the years, upcycling has been gaining in popularity more and more with people all over the world. And for good reason because upcycling benefits us and the environment in many ways. Upcycling helps you reduce waste that would otherwise go to landfill, gives old and unloved items a new life and helps you save... The post Why You (And I!) Should Turn Our Trash Into Treasure appeared first on House of Mahalo.
I’ve tried a lot of glues over the years, and I can tell you, they’re not all made equal. Some glues warp and wrinkle paper while others leave an annoying shiny residue (I’m looking at you Fabri-Tac!) But with so many craft glues out there, and so many things to consider, how on earth do... The post 7 Best Glues For Paper Crafts & When To Use Them appeared first on House of Mahalo.
Starting a new hobby – especially one that involves crafting and learning new things – can be daunting. But one of the many great things about making junk journals is that it’s a more accessible craft than many others. If you know where to start. This is where I come in… hopefully. My goal today... The post How To Start Junk Journaling: My Top Tips & Ideas For Beginners appeared first on House of Mahalo.
Let me ask you a question. Or rather, a couple of questions. Have you ever forgotten all about a digital kit you own? Have you accidentally bought the same kit twice? If you answered “Yes!”, you’re not alone. You also clearly need a better way to organise your digital kits. Today, I’m sharing three ways... The post How To Organise Your Digital Kits (3 Ways!) appeared first on House of Mahalo.
When I started sharing my Stashbusting 101 videos, I asked all of you what you were struggling with. Other than being overwhelmed by a mountain of book pages and various other supplies, several of you also said you were finding it hard to keep track of your digital kits. Which means: I thought: There’s got... The post Introducing My New Tool: The Digital Kit Catalog appeared first on House of Mahalo.