Friday, July 8, 2022

Paper Bag and Vintage Table Cloth Junk Journal


 

Hi Friend !


Yes, I'm back with another Junk Journal.


It starts with a clean paper bag from the grocery store.


A scrap of cloth the size you want for your journal and some

white glue.

I used a sewing machine but  you could hand stitch

if you prefer.




Take it apart at the seams to make one big sheet of paper,

folds and wrinkles are fine!





I bought this scrap of fabric for .25 at my favorite

Thrift Shop.

It was just a portion of an

 old table cloth or runner.

It had a few holes, but I really liked

 the pink and black stitching.


I did a little measuring to

decide how big the cover would be.


Cut and fold bag to desired size.



I used white glue and a brush to 


adhere the cloth to the bag.





So the cloth will be on the front and back when folded.

My finished size will be 13'' x  8 3/4''



I had some other scraps from some vintage floral sheets.



I was able to patch the holes with some scraps

sewn down using my sewing machine.







I used clips to hold together the back

or what will be the inside cover


Flipped over, this will be the front cover.


I used my sewing machine to stitch around

the entire piece.





The piece becomes a fairly thick and durable soft cover


that makes a lovely crinkle sound !

I did not seal the cover, I left the cloth with rough edges.

I liked it that way-




When cover is folded in half,

my journal will be 6  1/2'' x  8  3/4''



I made my signatures [ groups of folded papers ]

Clipped one group in place and stitched along the spine.







I ended up adding a 3 signatures-




This is the inside front cover.


This shows the stitching.


I even added extra paper bag pages.



Back inside cover.





I added a scrap of elastic for a closure.

Yes, I recycled this piece from a face mask :)











A hand sewn vintage button was used on both sides.

















If you have any questions, I 'd be happy to

 answer you in the comments.


Thank you for spending some time with me!

I hope you have a great day ;)

xo Lisa S






24 comments:

  1. Thank you for this. I have some embroidered scraps that will be perfect. I love it!

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    1. The embroidered pieces have such great texture. I like you will be happy with the results, come back and let me know!
      -and thank you!
      xo Lisa S

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  2. I love old tea towels and embroidered pieces, so this is just precious. Love how you covered the little imperfection with the rose fabric. so sweet!

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    1. Debra, Thank you for your sweet comment. Those embroidered pieces always catch my attention. I can't help it! I think I will patch a couple towels that I use now- I noticed some tiny holes.
      Hope your summer is the best!
      xo Lisa S

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  3. This is so cute. I love the vintage fabrics you used. Such a neat little craft. cute!
    Meagan-Decorative Inspirations

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    1. Thank you, Meagan! The embroidered cover has a nice feel to it- I'm so glad you stopped by.
      xo Lisa S

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    1. Natasha,
      You are so kind. I appreciate your sweet comment.
      Thank you for visiting, please stop by again.
      xo Lisa S

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    1. Dixie, Thank you for the sweet comment! This was one of those ideas that I just went with and hoped for the best. It was easy and I love the results. Thanks again for stopping by-
      xo Lisa S

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  6. Hi Lisa. Thanks for sharing at Funtastic Friday. I adore everything about this , including the upcycled elastic from the mask. I mean let's put those to work too.

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    1. Michele,
      Thank you. I appreciate your sweet comment. Can you imagine at some time in the future we will see small rectangular shaped quilts from leftover mask scraps ? ; ) We thought of it first.
      xo Lisa S

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  7. Lisa,
    You never cease to amaze. Love these journals. Congratulations, you are being features at Thursday Favorite Things. I hope you stop by. https://www.eclecticredbarn.com/2022/07/time-for-thursday-favorite-things-party.html
    Hugs,
    Bev

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    1. Bev,
      Thank you so much! You are too kind. I really appreciate you, my friend!
      xo Lisa S

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  8. Love your journal cover! I've featured you at the #HomeMattersParty this week. Drop by to take a look! Thurs. 9pm (est) through Monday.

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    1. Allyson! You are the best.
      Thank you so much and thanks for hosting each week.
      xo Lisa S

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  9. This journal cover is adorable Lisa... beautifully made!
    Thank you for sharing your paper bag and vintage table cloth junk journal at Create, Bake Grow & Gather this week. I'm delighted to be featuring it at tonight's party and pinning too.
    Hugs,
    Kerryanne

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    1. Kerryanne,
      Oh my goodness. I am so pleased. Coming from you- I am so thrilled. I love your style. Thank you for the honor. I really appreciate it- xo Lisa S

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  10. This is so well done, Lisa. Two of my sisters & I sell a lot of vintage linens, and my 37 yo daughter has journaled for 23 yrs now. This is a perfect gift idea for her. I've seen this featured on a few blogs this past week (Pieced Pastimes most recently), and just wanted you to know it is every bit worthy of all the attention. Kudos!

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    1. Rita,
      First of all, it's so nice to meet you- and second- You really made my day with your kind words. It was an easy project and even better if you have a damaged remnant of vintage linen! I keep my eyes open. It's getting harder and harder to find any vintage goodies in my area to re-purpose.
      I'm so glad you visited and said -hello!
      You are invited back anytime.
      xo Lisa S

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