That fun loving gal,
Karla, challenged her friends to let go of their inner hoarder and use the good supplies they have been saving for...what? I admit to being reluctant to use those things in my stash that are, maybe vintage and irreplacable?, or really cute?, or maybe just a little expensive to use in a paper project? So I combined a need for a travel journal with the freedom to use whatever I wanted to use regardless of value. While I was in the zone, I made a quick journal for Garrett. You do know that he and I leave in 5 days for KONA HAWAII?!
ps you must make you way over to Karla's post. while I eeked out 1 thing for this good stuff challenge, she produced many charming pretties. she has the best stash on the continent.
Understand that there is nothing of monetary value here. But I banished all hesitation along the lines of "well, I maybe if I save it I will find a
better place for this special little doo-dad..."
I used some of my gilded scrap alphabet, most of a packet from 7 Gypsies of heavy card stock ephemera, old velvet ribbon, acetate transparancies, using staples liberally. Since this will serve as a place to record my thoughts and gather momentos, I didn't tart it up with tons of gee-gaws. Hopefully, those will be added later :>
This is my first home-made journal. I think this may start a trend.
That fun loving gal, Karla, challenged her friends to let go of their inner hoarder and use the good supplies they have been saving for...what? I admit to being reluctant to use those things in my stash that are, maybe vintage and irreplacable?, or really cute?, or maybe just a little expensive to use in a paper project? So I combined a need for a travel journal with the freedom to use whatever I wanted to use regardless of value. While I was in the zone, I made a quick journal for Garrett. You do know that he and I leave in 5 days for KONA HAWAII?! ps you must make you way over to Karla's post. while I eeked out 1 thing for this good stuff challenge, she produced many charming pretties. she has the best stash on the continent.
Understand that there is nothing of monetary value here. But I banished all hesitation along the lines of "well, I maybe if I save it I will find a better place for this special little doo-dad..."
I used some of my gilded scrap alphabet, most of a packet from 7 Gypsies of heavy card stock ephemera, old velvet ribbon, acetate transparancies, using staples liberally. Since this will serve as a place to record my thoughts and gather momentos, I didn't tart it up with tons of gee-gaws. Hopefully, those will be added later :>
This is my first home-made journal. I think this may start a trend.
17 comments:
A trip to Hawaii deserves the fancy stuff to hold the memorabilia! I'm glad you "let go of your inner hoarder!"
Gorgeous use of the stash!!
You made me smile with your Comments about the best stash LOL
I too journal on vacation so I won't forget the things we do.
(usually on napkins or a cheapy book)
This is such a smart idea
Keep smiling and creating
What a beautiful journal to document such a special trip!! I love the way you used all of the vintage bits and bobs.
Have a great day ~ Heidi
Great use of your best stuff! I love it! Even though it was only one project, it was a detailed one!
karen....
Your travel journal is wonderful- I love 7 Gypsies, too- and I'm always "really careful" about what I use it on- for years to come, you're going to be so glad you made the journal with the "good stuff".
All of this would have been my good stuff, too! I love what you did with it. I need to make a journal from my Paris trip -- everything I want to use is in a basket... maybe now I can add some motivation to it all and get those things OUT of the basket~
What a wonderful journal for your trip! Thank you for sharing.
I love your journal, and having used some of the special things you've been saving will only enhance the experience of writing about your trip, and make for a truly lovely momento. I hope you have a wonderful time.
Thank you for participating in the 'good stuff' challenge.
I think a lot of us had the same idea for either journals of some sort, or altered books etc. I love the vintage look you used!
What a great journal! Deserving of Hawaii! I there years ago and loved it so much! Have a wonderful time!
Fondly.
Suz
Great Journal, have fun in Hawaii!!
I would love to get back there some day,
Celeste, The Victorian Tailor
You did a beautiful job and it's going to be so much fun gathering things to "fill in the blanks" on your trip. And hopefully a few extras to bring home and add to your stash, as well! 8+)
Love your little travel journal. I just found some old bingo cards at a sale last week and am going to use them in a future project. Cute idea!
Thanks for sharing!
It turned out awesome!
Thanks for coming by! I have to admit this challenge was a toughie because you just have to let go. Once again, I love your cards and how you used them!
Oh I love this idea! Not just creating with abandon for what to save and what to use, but having a journal when you start out your vacay. You have made such a great keepsake. Can't wait to see it filled. Have fun in Kona!
I love how this turned out. Great work. Laura
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