Have you noticed that keeping a journal is like one of the oldest practices? I think I was 7 or 8 when I received my first journal. I have no clue what I wrote about back then but now my journal serves as a constant ear and old friend. I wholeheartedly believe that every person should have one. Why?
Benefits of a Journal
- Journaling increases clarity and focus
- Journaling to keep track of accomplishments promotes productivity
- Journals are a safe place to vent and be irrational
- Journaling reduces stress
I made this journal for my mom as a Christmas gift.
Materials used for this project:
- Various prints of fabric scraps
- Embroidery thread
- Sewing thread
- Sewing Machine
- Hardback sketchbook
How to make this project:
- Sew together scraps of fabrics together using a straight switch with right sides facing using the sewing machine.
- Then add some decorative topstitches using the sewing machine.
- I added my mom’s name using a simple embroidery backstitch, needle, and embroidery thread.
- Lastly, secured the fabric to a hardback sketchbook by sewing a sleeve or using spray adhesive.
Do you keep a journal? Let me know in the comment section below.
This is cute!! I’m super picky about my journals and the one major requirement I have is that they be spiral bound. It make it easier when I’m writing.
Thanks Michael. Spiral are super useful and you have given me an idea 🙂
This is so cute and pretty! I love the patchwork look!
~Sara
Thanks Sara
Thanks Sara
Thanks Michael. Spiral are super useful and you have given me an idea 🙂
What a cute idea! Love the fabric!
Thanks Kelsea. The fabric scraps came from Hobby Lobby.
What a cute idea! Love the fabric!
Thanks Kelsea. The fabric scraps came from Hobby Lobby.