Uploaded January 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago

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In this DIY tutorial, I’ll show you how to transform a simple child’s board book into a unique art journal!
If you’re a fan of junk journals, art journaling, or simply looking for a new journaling project to try, this step-by-step guide is for you.
Whether you’re new to mixed media art or a seasoned journal maker, you’ll learn creative techniques for prepping and altering a board book to make it your own.
In this video, I’ll walk you through the process of altering a board book, from adding texture, painting, and preparing the book for collage, stamping, and embellishing.
This project is perfect for people who are looking for fresh, fun ideas to elevate their art journaling practice.

If you enjoy working with recycled materials, upcycling, and adding a personal touch to your projects, this board book art journal tutorial will give you all the inspiration you need to start your next junk journal adventure.
Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more art journal tutorials, junk journal ideas, and creative journaling projects!

Hi & welcome or welcome back to my channel.
My name is Di - I turn just about anything in to beautiful, handmade journals. #junkjournalpages

I live in the beautiful South-West of Western Australia, my inspiration comes from the wineries, forests, stunning beaches and great weather we have here!
What's not to like.......

I love eco-dyeing with flowers, plants, the bark of trees etc, I'm always up to something in my studio.

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