This has definitely been an eventful year, and what a way to process everything that has happened than your own hand-made "junk journal"? Junk journals are perfect for recording memories and thoughts in a creative way. Make your own junk journal with papers and items you probably already have at home. We have invited Emily of Fineberg Art Studio to walk you through materials, simple binding techniques, and fun ideas that you can add to your pages. This is a fun and low-stress beginner bookbinding project, and once you make one, you will want to make more! 

You will need: 

• Variety of papers and paper ephemera, old magazines, pictures, envelopes, book pages, etc.
• Thin cardboard for the cover (cereal box)
• Pen or pencil
• Ruler
• Glue (glue stick recommended)
• Scissors
• Needle and thread (embroidery floss or thin yarn)
• Awl or push pin
• Any other art making supplies like paint, markers, washi tape, stickers, etc.

Optional:

• Stretchy cord or elastic
• A few clothespins or binder clips
• Old hardcover book
• X-Acto knife or box cutter
• Wax paper

No registration is required to complete the project; however, the first 15 people to register by 9AM on July 09 can also claim a special grab-n-go kit of recycled book pages and covers at the library through our contact-free holds pickup! Kit Pick Up for the Journal Program will begin July 9th and end July 16th. You will receive an email with instructions once your kit is available.

Looking for more inspiration? Check out the thousands of craft videos available on Creativebug to get started today!