Whether you call it a notebook, journal or a Smash book we all need a fun way to keep track of our thoughts, dreams, adventures, experiences and yes, even our paint swatches.
you're more powerful than you know!
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kraft paper book cover, scrapbooking paper scraps, Zva Creative bling, Stampin' Up bird stamp (Nature Walk), button, initial sticker, burlap, sewing machine, re-purposed book and Joy's Life sentiment stamp (My Hero) |
Here's my latest version!
I have so much fun making these, and this one has
an added bonus...a pen holder.
When I saw Close to my Heart
consultant Tresa Black's burlap pen holder
on Pinterest, I just knew I had to make one! No more
digging around my purse for a writing implement.
Yes, I'm a homeschool mom & yes, I should always
be prepared to jot down exactly what my children are
doing so I can 'count' it as school-time. But honestly,
I rarely can find a pen or pencil in my purse or
anywhere in my house for that matter.
They magically disappear!
So I'm lovin' this idea!
I ran my Martha Stewart punched border through my Xyron machine to securely affix it to the spine of my journal.
My burlap pen holder was created with a scrap pc. of burlap leftover from one of my fall wreaths. It's a continuous piece that overlaps in the front than folds down to create a pocket.
Be sure to checkout the Joy's Life design team blog all this week for more rustic inspiration!
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This is fabulous Maria, love the burlap and double stamping that little bird! TFS and have a great Sunday.
ReplyDeleteI love this!! Creative and Fabulous!!
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Beautiful my friend. Love how you used the burlap, very creative.
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Holy cow, what a genius idea! Love, love, LOVE that burlap pen holder on this adorable journal, Maria!!
ReplyDeleteOMGosh Maria this is such an awesome Fall journal I love the burlap pen holder such a great idea!! I love it, love it, love it!!!
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DIANA L.
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Love this idea! I need to do this to remember all those random ideas that pop up at the most untimely moments! Love the pen holder!
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Cute idea! I love your journal, and the burlap pen holder looks great with it. Very nice work! Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulous journal! I love how you made the pen holder!!
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