Im using an old vintage book as the start of my smash book. Aug 23, 2012 my wife and i are having a debate about the difference between an art journal and a smash book. I talk about the differences between smash booking, junk journaling and art journaling and show you journals of each. Sep 24, 2014 i get a lot of questions about what i do and how i journal, but honestly, my goal is get it on the paper. I always have trouble with this questions because really both bookscrafts are what you make of them and want to include.
Many of you have asked me the difference between the different types of books that i make and use. Ill lay out my opinions and you tell me if im off my nut or if ive got it spot on. You can use traditional scrapbooks, notebooks, travelers notebooks, moleskine inserts or make them yourself using a variety of different papers or scrapbook paper and then either stitch them together or use a long armed stapler or loose binder rings to clip them together. Its like a mishmash of diary, art journal and scrapbook. Every life is a story and this book is filled with more than 120 great ideas for showcasing your own personal life story in art journal of your own. This year i wanted to make an upcycled smash book, rather than buy one that uses all new materials. Apr 9, 2020 smash booking and art journaling is all the rage right now this board is full of visual inspiration, journaling tips, and plenty of ideas and pretty pictures that inspire me. The author of the book is cindy shepard, comes with 51 pages softcover and is made in usa. A junk journal is a handmade book created from many types of paper, often recycled materials like patterned papers, sheet music, envelopes paper bags, maps, brochures and more. Jul 11, 2019 many of you have asked me the difference between the different types of books that i make and use.
Maybe during a slow or rainy day, you take the time to make 3. My 2yearold has already started her art journal with my help obviously. I am often asked what are the best journals for art journaling, so i finally sat down to make the list of my top sketchbooks, journals, and notebooks for creating. Every artist, dabbler and doodler needs a stash book. Today i learned what is a smash book and what is smashbooking about while. How to create a travel smash book and smashbook flip through. May 24, 2015 this is where a travel smash book comes in handy. Your book leaves evidence of what is important to you, your values, your interests and your talents. Im moving in a generally chronological order with the family books, and im fitting about 4 months into a book.
On scrapbook printables a sahm stay at home mother with a background in professional graphic design provides page after page of pdf. Whats the difference between an omnibus and an absolute. This is the key to a smash book dont get so caught up in doing it right that you never do it at all. When you open that journal to feel those sexy pages, smell that parchment because this is 1640 and im fancy, and imagine. For example, if you receive a ticket stub after a bus journey whilst on holiday, stick it in there and then. Instead of buying a scrapbook album and page protectors, a smash book is a journal in which you can write, draw, paint and glue in embellishments and memorabilia as youre onthemove. If you are ready to go with your goals, then go, and dont. A smash book is a new trendy way to do your memory keeping.
No planning is involved you simply decorate as you feel in the moment. Make an upcycled smash book crafting a green world. What is the difference between a smash journal and a scrapbook. All the benefits of journaling with an extra bonus, it encourages you to keep any and all flat paper memories and smash gluetapepaperclip them into your book and include them within your journal entries whenever appropriate. If you are someone who is a journal stationary enthusiast like i am, you love a new journal but you hate and are a little intimidated by the dreaded blank page. I wondered, what is the difference between and art journal, a junque journal, a smash book and a scrapbook.
Like art journaling, there is no one size fits all definition for what a junk journal really is. Maybe youve tried art journaling or painting before. Bullet journal ideas pages bullet journal inspiration daily inspiration diary writing writing art morning pages smash book pages organizing organization some days we can make great strides, and other days we might just manage a single step, but whichever it is, the most important thing to do is make sure its a step in the right direction. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and. When it comes to smash journals, ideas like this are perfect for creating your own fun look and design. If you plan to use wet mediums in a moleskine i would recommend going with the sketch book or watercolor book. Theyre new and trending and are definitely growing in popularity. This is strictly my opinion, but i consider a smash book to be a container very much like a junque journal. Smashbookjunk journalart journal rachaels handmade designs.
Smashing is a way to journal that isnt as precise and scrapbooks are usually considered to be. It is a great activity for those who are not good with arts and crafts. Note this diy art journal was first published in june 2016 and has been updated and reshared for your convenience diy journal smash book. See more ideas about smash book, junk journal, mini albums.
Youll love this folio with an embossed chipboard cover and designer journal pages. How to identify first editions adam blakeney, senior specialist in modern literature at peter harrington explains how to identify first editions. With the popularity of smash books i thought id share this video in which the videographer explains the difference between smash booking. It is a simple process and you will get so much enjoyment out of it. Get started, have fun, and make the most wonderful journal yet. Aug 28, 2011 every artist, dabbler and doodler needs a stash book. Mar 26, 2014 it works for me, my style and my time limits. The difference between junk journals, art journal and smash books hi all, hope this finds you well. The covers are often created from old book cover or cardboardchipboard bases covered with paper, fabric or paint. Ok, this is basically a cross between a scrapbook and a journal. The journal is made with mostly a mix of found and recycled materials. Any memories you have a movie ticket, pic of friends, bottle cap, pin, can all be glued, taped, tied, stapled, whatever in this epic spiral bound book. Its a place that stands ready to store memorabilia, scraps of stuff to use in later art projects, and most importantly, to record those jolts of inspiration that you dont have time to work out right now.
Jul 17, 2017 we are making a diy journal from scratch, giving you a simple journal tutorial. Apr 03, 2012 i talk about the differences between smash booking, junk journaling and art journaling and show you journals of each. I can add journaling to remember exactly how i felt. Smash bookjunk journalart journal whats the difference. Jul 01, 2015 i wondered, what is the difference between and art journal, a junque journal, a smash book and a scrapbook. Art journal whats the difference i talk about the differences between smash booking, junk journaling and art journaling and show you journals of. A few people have asked if the art journal were doing is the same as a smash book that is so. The difference between junk journals, art journal and. Some other fun and colorful addons such as ribbon, amy tangerine stickers, colored paper, etc. Take your favorite notebook or journal and turn to a clean blank page. Personally i like the messages on each page and like how each page is unique from others. I guess the difference is that in smash you can journal, put in random things receipts,things from magazines, leaves, cards. I can create a spread in my art journal using my mood or feelings as a guide.
Cosmic smash booking is a sacred marriage in the intentional creativity moment and art journaling. Smash booking is about documenting anything that matters to you without worrying about getting it neatly organized and you can smash in memorabilia, postcards, greeting cards, magazine cutouts, favorite quotes, photos, journaling, and other tidbits of stuff you can find to smash into a smash book but not into a scrapbook. Shop staples for design originals, stash and smash journal. A smashbook is a journal in which one pastes pictures, embellishments, memorabilia et al on the go. What you preserve in your journal reveals the kind of person you are. Be inspired to use your stash of papers, mementos and accents to create something wonderful. Its a journal where you just tape or glue in receipts, tickets, itineraries and menus as you go. May 03, 2019 a smash book is a hybrid between a scrapbook and a journal. Oct 04, 2018 like art journaling, there is no one size fits all definition for what a junk journal really is. Jun 09, 20 what is the difference between a smash journal and a scrapbook.
Its mostly photos with stickers, artwork, ticket stubs, random things you can stick in a book that you use for memory keeping. If you are in a busy season of life, maybe you just get as far as printing photos and sliding them between pages for later. It would be a fulfilling activity for older children as well. Crafters have come to love the smash book because it requires less time investment than scrapbooking and can be used in a wide variety of ways, including journaling, tracking recipes, keeping memorabilia, and more. Store all of your favorite things in fashionable style. Bullet journaling is a combo of a calendar, todo lists, bullet pointsnotes. Art journaling is a way for artists to try new techniques, practice using. Jul 03, 2009 it is a simple process and you will get so much enjoyment out of it. This visual journal is all about photos, so its a great way to show off your favorite images, products, and recipes. I explain the difference between an omnibus and an absolute plus other formats. Jul 26, 2012 smash bookjunk journalart journal whats the difference. Their quality is supurb and they come in many different paper types not to mention, they look so awesome when all filled up.
Art journaling is a way for artists to try new techniques, practice using different supplies, and journal all in one spot. Smash books can take many forms and you dont have to use the official smash book. Smashbooks do not follow a certain pattern throughout the book. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. The different themes and papers are gorgeous, and i love that each page is a surprise. I get a lot of questions about what i do and how i journal, but honestly, my goal is get it on the paper. Use this tutorial to add a fun cover to your diary or notebook, or.
How to make a smash book journal the realistic mama. Whatever you call it, its yours to use as you wish. Our scrapbooking beginners guide explains the differences between smash. I got one of these books to document my journey in 2011 and have been hard at work filling that journal up. A journal i used smash international edition but i also love retro a pen. My wife and i are having a debate about the difference between an art journal and a smash book. Just a quick post today to share a video about the differences between junk journals, art journals and smash books. A place to put all the daytoday things you accumulate that helps you remember your life. This is not an art journal like i would make at home. I may be one person, but i can be one person that makes a difference. I always have trouble with this questions because really both books crafts are what you make of them and want to include. See more ideas about smash book, book journal and art journal inspiration. Artjournalist art journaling tips, ideas, and inspiration.
Minecraft whats the difference between dan tdm thers 5 difference. I have one journal filled, and im working on two others. If you are someone who is a journalstationary enthusiast like i am, you love a new journal but you hate and are a little intimidated by the dreaded blank page. Your stash and smash book is waiting to tell yours. Youll find over 120 valuable tips, ideas, samples, and instructions for creating your very own smash it in journals. A smash book is a hybrid between a scrapbook and a journal. Youve heard of sketchbooks and scrapbooks, but what about glue books and smash books. We are making a diy journal from scratch, giving you a simple journal tutorial. Maybe during a slow or rainy day, you take the time to make 3 or 4 beautiful. I am here to say to you that so many things that are good, and nearly everything that is necessary, starts with resistance. Decorate your diy journal and smash books and simply have fun. Diy journal how to smash book, art journal, sketchbooks.
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