Using journaling prompts gives you starting points for creative exploration, and the same prompt can give you very different results each time you use it.

Many people think the toughest part of creative journaling is making the page look nice, but often the hardest part is simply getting started.

Premade journals often serve me well, but there are times when they don’t offer the flexibility or customization I want. That’s why I sometimes turn to DIY journals, which let me design every detail for a perfect fit.

I’m sharing the different journals I use for memory keeping, art journaling, writing, and DIY bookmaking projects, and why each one serves a different purpose.

If the new year finds you feeling "blah" about scrapbooking, try a creative reset.

Back in January, I decided to “scrapbook differently." At the time, I wasn’t sure what that looked like, but I knew I wanted to change up what I had been doing. 

If holiday scrapbooking has ever felt overwhelming, here's a simpler approach to capturing your yuletide memories.

Prompts give you a way to approach an old moment from a new angle.

I'm teaching at Craftcation 2026: The Conference for Creatives — and I couldn’t be more excited to share this news with you!

Notice the ordinary moments that carry extraordinary meaning, no matter the season.

From Gen Z to Gen X, “granny-core” celebrates the comfort of handmade creativity—journaling, scrapbooking, and storytelling that feel real again.

Capture cozy fall memories with prompts, cut files, and journaling ideas. Download this exclusive mini kit for scrapbooking and journaling.