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Junk Journaling Essentials & Creative Supplies I Actually Use
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items Everything you need to start or elevate junk journaling, from beginner basics to creative extras. This list focuses on practical, aesthetic supplies that make journaling fun, low-pressure, and truly personal. Perfect for memory keeping, creative jour...
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Junk Journal Basics
Adhesives & Tools That Actually Work
Decorative & Creative Extras
Writing, Doodling & Finishing Touches
Printing Photos & Memories
Junk Journal Basics
Foundational supplies that make junk journaling easy and approachable, even if you’re brand new.
A sturdy base for layering paper, ephemera, and memories. I love journals that can handle glue, tape, and thicker pages without falling apart.
PAPERAGE Black Hardcover Journal, 160 Pages
Mixed papers like lined, grid, vintage prints, and patterned cardstock add texture and interest to every spread without overthinking design.
445 PCS Vintage Scrapbook Paper
Scissors with patterned blades that create fun edges like waves, zigzags, or scallops.
Mr. Pen Craft Scissors - Decorative Edge, 6 Pack
A must for cutting paper, fabric scraps, and ephemera cleanly. Makes detailed journaling so much easier.
Vintage European Style Scissors Stainless Steel
Adhesives & Tools That Actually Work
Reliable tools that hold everything together without frustration or mess.
Clean, no-dry-time adhesive that’s perfect for paper layering and pockets.
4 Pack Double Sided Tape
Large glue stick that’s perfect for paper, photos, and lightweight ephemera. Dries quickly, and keeps journaling stress-free without warping pages.
Jumbo XL Glue Stick
Helps keep edges neat when trimming photos, tags, or journal inserts.
Paper Cutter 12 Inch Titanium Paper Trimmer
Rounds sharp corners on photos, tags, and cards to give pages a soft, finished look.
Paper Corner Rounder 3 in 1
Great for placing tiny stickers, paper scraps, and embellishments exactly where you want them. A must-have for detailed junk journaling.
Curved Fine Tip Tweezers
Easy-to-use adhesive dots for attaching small embellishments like buttons, charms, ribbon, or thicker paper pieces without mess.
Dot N' Go Glue Dot Dispenser
Decorative & Creative Extras
These are the fun details that make junk journaling feel personal, cozy, and creative.
Adds color, borders, and layering without commitment. Easy to remove or reposition.
42 Rolls Vintage Floral Washi Tape Set
Vintage-style labels, quotes, florals, and tags that instantly elevate any page.
Ephemera Papers Washi Stickers Famous Art
Adds texture and softness. Great for pockets, flips, or page edges.
Lace Edged Scrapbook Stationery Paper
Writing, Doodling & Finishing Touches
Tools for journaling, captions, lettering, doodles, and finishing details.
Works well on paper, photos, and darker backgrounds.
Metallic Marker Pens
Smooth writing for notes, dates, and journaling prompts.
Colored Gel Markers
Soft color accents for headers, quotes, or labeling
24 Colors Dual Tip Acrylic Paint Pens Markers
Adds a nostalgic, cut-and-paste look that fits junk journaling beautifully.
Ransom Alphabet Sticker
Creates raised, vintage-style labels for dates, names, and short phrases. Adds texture and personality to pages with minimal effort.
Embossing Label Maker Machine with Tapes
Printing Photos & Memories
Easy ways to print photos, quotes, and memories at home so your journal feels personal and meaningful.
A pocket-size printer that prints sticker-backed photos. Ideal for junk journaling because you can print, peel, and stick photos directly into your journal with no extra glue needed.
HP Sprocket Portable 2x3 Instant Photo Printer
Compact photo printer that creates high-quality prints right from your phone.
Canon Selphy CP1500 Wireless Compact Photo Printer
A hybrid instant camera that lets you take photos, preview them, and choose exactly which ones to print.
Fujifilm Instax Mini EVO Instant Camera