At Bearly Art, we believe in the magic of turning everyday items into art and junk journaling offers an exciting and creative way to express yourself. We love junk journaling since it allows us to repurpose materials from our crafts, reuse receipts, and incorporate unique textures and patterns that are found from a variety of sources. This type of crafting allows a crafter to create something truly unique and personal.
Whether you’re a seasoned journalist or new to the world of junk journaling, don’t worry! We have curated a list of 52 inspiring junk journal prompts to help ignite your creativity and get you started on your junk journal journey today.
What is Junk Journaling?
Junk journaling is a mixed-media craft that involves creating a personalized journal using a wide range of scraps, memorabilia, and found objects. The materials can include anything from old book pages to fabric, maps, ticket stubs, and even coffee-stained paper! The beauty of junk journaling is that there are no hard rules — it’s all about using your imagination, expressing yourself, and letting the materials inspire you.
What do you write in a Junk Journal?
Answer: Whatever you want!
Write your thoughts of the day, life plans or goals, books to read, movies to watch, or keep track of special memories. Your journal is a mish mash of whatever you desire.
You don't have to write anything if you don't want to! Let your art and creativity speak for you!
52 Junk Journal Prompts to Spark Your Creativity
If you’re wondering where to start, we’ve gathered 52 junk journal prompts to help guide your creative journey. Whether you’re interested in creating a vintage-style journal or something whimsical and fun, these prompts will inspire you. Screenshot this page or download for free here!
Expand on these one word junk journal prompts by exploring these fun ideas.
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Use a page from an old book as the background.
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Collage your favorite quotes or affirmations.
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Include a photo of your childhood home.
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Write a letter to your future self.
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Make a “recipe” page with your favorite foods.
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Create a “dream board” with words and images that inspire you.
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Use a ticket stub or event flyer as part of the design.
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Use a paint swatch or color sample.
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Design a page using only shades of one color.
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Use a postcard from a place you've visited.
Embrace Your Creative Journey with Junk Journaling
Junk journaling is a creative, therapeutic craft that allows you to express yourself in ways you might not have imagined before. At Bearly Art, we believe in the power of repurposing and creating something beautiful out of what might seem like scraps. Use these 52 junk journal prompts as a guide to kickstart your creativity, or mix and match them to make your journal truly one of a kind.
So grab your supplies, get messy, and most importantly — have fun!
Happy journaling, and remember to stay inspired with Bearly Art!
