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Doodle Your Day Spread For Your Journal

Have you ever wondered how to create fun daily spreads with doodles? Hi, Friends! Ian here. Today, I’m excited to share how you can create simple yet charming doodles for your journal spreads. With just a few simple steps, you can design eye-catching spreads that are both creative and enjoyable!

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03/22/25 4 min read

How to Paint Easy Modern Florals Using Gouache

Hi, Michele here! Have you ever wanted to add easy gouache florals to your journal spreads, but weren’t sure where to start? Painting decorative florals doesn’t have to be complicated. It is all about breaking down complex designs into simple shapes you can combine in virtually endless ways. Let me show you how!

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03/16/25 4 min read

How to Draw a Celtic Knot on Dotted Paper

Hi, Valerie here! Learning how to draw a Celtic knot is easier than you might think once you know the keys. Today I will show the step-by-step process how to draw a Celtic knot and single twist border. Great to use for all types of crafts and journal spreads!

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03/15/25 3 min read

How To Journal For Your Self-Care

Hi, Keisha here. For me, it’s very important to take time everyday for myself. As a busy Mom, free time can be very limited so even if it’s 5 or 10 minutes, I use that time to reflect. Today I will share two journaling techniques that can be used as a form of self care that I hope you can use too!

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03/08/25 3 min read

Plan Your Spring Cleaning Using Your Bullet Journal

Hi everyone, my name is Delphine. Even though spring is still far, far away where I live, I’m ready for the days to get longer and warmer, for the snow to melt and the flowers to bloom… and my home is desperately ready for its annual spring cleaning. Let’s start planning all of this cleaning using our bullet journal!

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03/01/25 3 min read

Monthly Memory-Keeping For Your Little One

Hi friend! Elizabeth here to share how I create a monthly memory keeping page for my toddler! If you’re a caretaker of a little one, you probably don’t have a lot of time for scrapbooking or memory keeping, so I'll help you quickly and easily document precious moments and milestones that leave long-lasting impressions on our hearts when memories fade.

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02/24/25 1 min read

SPOILER ALERT! First Look at the March 2025 Subscription Box - Nature's Curiosities

Hi everyone! Today we will be showing you TWO items in the upcoming March Nature's Curiosities Subscription Box.Our quarterly subscription box ships in March, June, September and December each year. If you are not yet signed up, the subscription opens for new subscribers each quarter once boxes ship to current subscribers. The next chance to...

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02/17/25 5 min read

FULL REVEAL of the 2025 Spring Collection

FULL REVEAL of the 2025 Spring Collection Hi everyone! We are so excited to announce that the 2025 Spring Collection: Beneath the Willows is launching on Wednesday, February 19th, at 9AM CT! Beneath the Willows is a collection of new notebooks and accessories inspired by springtime. This collection captures the...

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02/15/25 4 min read

Setting Up a Mini Travel Journal

Hi, I’m Gracie! As I’ve been planning for travel coming up this year, I have decided to set up a new travel journal in a miniature pocket size notebook which is the perfect size to slip in your hand bag or carry-on and carry around the world! See my set up here.

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02/08/25 3 min read

How to Make a Pocket in your Journal

Hello! Valerie Sjodin here, and today I'm here to show you how to make a pocket in your journal notebook. All you need is a few rolls of Washi Tape. Journal pouches are a great way to collate important cards, lists, tags and more in your junk journal, bullet journal or memory scrapbook. Here's how to make one!

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02/02/25 5 min read

Using Mixed-Media Mood Boards to Boost Your Creativity

Do you have a creative project you’d like to try, but you’re not sure how best to get started with planning or collecting your ideas? Hey friends, Michele here and I’ve found creative mood boards turn into planning powerhouses when we pair our images with specific annotations that capture the purpose and ideas. Learn how to get started!

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02/01/25 5 min read

5 Easy Floral Doodles to Make Your Journals Bloom

Hi, Friends! I’m Ian and today I’m excited to show you how to create beautiful floral doodles with just your pens! I’ve selected five simple floral designs and provided step-by-step instructions to help you draw them with ease, with a few sample spreads that showcase these florals. So grab your pens, and let’s get creative with these fun doodles!