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Crafty Essentials: The Supplies I Can’t Live Without

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I’ve been crafting, journaling, and creating for years, and over time I’ve found a set of supplies that I genuinely can’t live without. From pens and markers to journals, planners, and DIY kits, these are the tools I reach for every day to keep my cr...
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Journaling

These are the journals and paper supplies I use for junk journaling, note taking, and creative writing. I choose paper that can handle pens, markers, and light paint without feeling too precious. These are the kinds of journals that make it easier to...

 
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I use XL for my junk journal spreads
Moleskine Journal
 
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expensive but beautifully crafted
Paper Republic Leather Bound Journal
 
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I don't have but these are so beautiful! And customizable!
Louise Carmen
 
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another great brand for journals
Notebooks

Pens, Markers & Writing Tools

These are the pens and markers I reach for daily when journaling or sketching. I look for tools that write smoothly, layer well, and feel good in the hand. Everything here is beginner friendly and easy to use for both writing and creative projects.

 
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my #1 fave pens for journaling and sketching
SAKURA Pigma Micron Fineliner Archival Ink
 
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they bleed heavy but the color is so rich!
Alcohol-based Markers for coloring
 
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brush pens for calligraphy
Sakura Pigma Micron, Graphic & Brush Fineline Pens

Collage and Texture Tools

These are the basic supplies I use for collage, layering, and adding texture to my journal pages. From glue to scissors to small decorative elements, these tools make it easy to build pages slowly and intuitively using everyday materials.

 
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the OG scissors
Scissors & Shears - Sewing
 
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it prints stickers!
HP Sprocket
 
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for scrapbooking necessities
CVS Photo
 
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print the photos!!!
Photo Album
 
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scrapbook dreams with these collage tools
Collage Tools
 
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you can never have enough glue and elmer's is OG for a reason
Glue
 
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for your next project
Krightlink Hot Glue Gun Kit with 30 Glue Sticks
 
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save your table lol speaking from experience
Cutting Mat
 
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cheap and easy to use for max precision
Xacto Knife

Cricut

 
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crafts for everyone with this bad boy
Cricut
 
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for best results you do need some tools
Machine Tools
 
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save your table every time with a mat its too easy to forget
Machine Mats
 
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allllll the colors and on sale too
Official Cricut Vinyl | Up-to 30% Off