Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 5 minutes ago

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My Etsy Shop: cheaplychicboutique.etsy.com (Journals here!)

Products Used in Video:
Metallic Watercolors - Mine are at Hobby Lobby!
Arteza Metallic Watercolors (own and love these!) - amzn.to/4epGPw7

Today I'm sharing how I turned ordinary index cards into beautiful floating pockets for my junk journals! These altered index cards are painted with metallic watercolors, decorated with vintage-inspired details, and stuffed with tags, journaling cards, and little bits of ephemera.

I love projects like this because there's no pressure to be perfect. Just grab some watercolor paints, a few index cards, and have fun creating something beautiful. These little pockets are perfect for adding extra journaling space, hidden treasures, and interactive elements to your handmade journals.

In this video you'll see:
• How I paint metallic watercolor backgrounds
• Creating double floating pockets from index cards
• Adding fabric, stamping, and vintage embellishments
• Stuffing pockets with tags and ephemera
• Easy junk journal inspiration using everyday supplies

If you enjoy junk journaling, altered index cards, vintage crafts, and cottage style paper projects, I hope you'll subscribe and craft along with me!

Thanks so much for watching. ❤️

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