The Best Junk Journal You Can Start Today | Commonplace Junk Journal

Start a commonplace junk journal to overcome OVERTHINKING, DECISION PARALYSIS, and CREATIVE BLOCK!

00:00 Why Commonplace Junk Journals
01:48 History of Commonplace Notebooks
04:08 How to Start a Commonplace Junk Journal (Flip Through)
07:10 Conquering the Blank Page (Practical Tips)

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[lydialinville]

I hoard that real and rare ephemera for that special project. Lol. Your books are just beautiful.

[cindycarmichael]

Thank you for letting me know I was not (crazy)!! LOL I often struggle with "over-analysis-paralysis" and "saving", my most precious goodies that I have gleaned over the years. I also understand the concept of how one idea, thought, and notion can be a catalyst and spur us forward in our designing efforts! Keep up the good work, your style is very refreshing! 👍🤔🌼

[kerryhalter]

"Booo, we're not here for that energy...." LOL! That is one of the best lines ever. I'm so glad I found your channel. I'm pretty new to junk journaling and have been wrestling with so many of the things you talk about in this video (and others). I finally started using ALL the things and it's so liberating! Now all I need is to start that commonplace journal for practice sessions and I'll be having so much, more fun! Thank you, Bree.

[jmsl_]

friends, let's help grow this channel. the more comments she gets, the better. even if you just write "good job!" the algorithm tally's # of comments, regardless of the content

[rakiskr]

Thank you for normalizing having to clean off the mess on my desk before I can begin a new project. Thank you for inviting us to join you in your process! ❤

[chelliebarron]

I so enjoy your discussions about creativity and how to continue with the practice without perfection. Remind myself I’m only making the journal for me, my own therapy.

[triniacosta]

"BELLOS", "BELLOS", "BELLOS" trabajos, gracias por compartir y regalar momentos de alegrías.

[justsmurfy]

This is my fav video from you by far. Thank you

[nancyorourke]

Love your content. So helpful. I never find the project "special enough " to use the "special things" I have saved (ok, hoarded, lol) and it does lead to overspending and lack of confidence in my ability to create art as you mention. Really appreciate your thoughtful approach and insights. Thank you!

[RachelleinTheory]

First video of yours that I'm watching and I super appreciate the way you explain things. This is such a chill approach to this idea and I haven't yet seen a junk journal approach to a common place book yet. Thanks for creating.

[jennybethjonescreative]

Use the real stuff and the rare stuff! Thanks for the encouragement. I have been holding on to favorite bits from my family vintage stash. I’m going to use them with confidence.

[Michele]

This hits the nail on the head for me, no banged thumb. Ouch! I can be stymied by finding my mistakes ugly. When I tear out a page, the problem sets off an avalanche.

[ginayus]

You have a lovely, soothing voice. A nice Zen vibe for my crafting. Your content is a cut above ( pun intended) other channels because you provide history and truly helpful advice beyond just the mechanics of the journal. Congratulations on your wonderful channel. I have never wanted notifications of new videos on other channels but I don't want to miss anything.

[melissawilson]

I definitely need to use my supplies lol. Ive been over spending and hording my supplies for a few years. Saving them for a special project. Then i stopped junk journaling, and now my supplies are just sitting in a box 😮‍💨😒😮‍💨 (i guess i lost my desire to junk need to get that back).
Thank you for sharing this video 🙏 it was helpful. I also enjoyed the calmness of the video 😊

[jennyor]

Wow, Bree, you have a way of inspiring one to engage in craft (junk journal).

[redparrot]

Huh. I think I use those monthly prompt-alongs much like the commonplace books. Some of the decision making is taken out of what to do. And that leaves me free to do whatever. Thank you as always for sharing. Love your channel sooo much. 💕

[GwynWalker]

Excellent! Your voice is sorely needed within the Junk Journaling space. Thank you for your calm, beautiful, well researched videos. You ROCK!!!

[mariespaperlab]

Our styles are completely different and I find you so inspiring. 😊 thank you 🙏

[PerfectlyImperfectJunkJournals]

I love the conversation you have about the history of journals. Actually there is a lot of this video that impressed me. Your comment about creating without the question of perfection is key! Your patience while making this journal is appreciated and easy to follow your design. I do wonder how you keep your craft room so clean. Lol. Just a lovely video!!

[sammythehamster]

I came across commonplace junk journals but didn't know their purpose. Your videos explains things clearly. I switched to single signature fauxdori TN style journal and made layouts easier before I used expermential coptic bind mini journal this quickly became chunky and unmanageable and gave up on last 4 pages. I still have more materials than could possibly use and tend pick up leaflets, flyers on my travels plus printables. Using freestyle approach gives a home to ephemera I can't bare to throw away with eclectic mix and match approach.