DIY Slim Junk Journal From Food Packaging | Refillable Elastic Journal Tutorial

Learn how to create two handmade slim junk journal covers from simple food-packaging cardboard in this full, step-by-step tutorial!
In this video, I show you every step of the process — from preparing the base, adding fabric, sewing the edges, installing eyelets, and adding an elastic spine system for easy, removable signatures.

We’ll make:
✨ 1 Faux-Leather Slim Journal Cover
✨ 1 Denim / Jeans Slim Journal Cover

Both journals are refillable, travel-friendly, and perfect for on-the-go creative journaling.
At the end of the video, you’ll also get a quick Flip Through of all 6 finished journals, which are available in my Etsy shop.

🧵 What You’ll Learn in This Tutorial
How to turn food-packaging cardboard into a journal cover
How to wrap and glue fabric around your base
Tips for neat corners and smooth cover edges
How to sew around your cover after the fabric dries
Adding scrapbooking paper as the inside lining
Reiforcing the spine with fabric on the inside
Installing eyelets (two on top + two on bottom)
Creating a refillable elastic spine system
Adding a center elastic closure with a cute charm
Inking edges with Distress Oxide

Final presentation: Flip Through of all 6 finished journals

Perfect for beginners, crafters, junk journal lovers, and anyone who loves DIY creative projects!

🛒 My Finished Journals Are Available Here:
Etsy Shop: MelPinkJournals https://melpinkjournals.etsy.com

📏 Measurements (for both covers)
Cover size: 11 × 22 cm
Spine: 2.5 cm
Fits two removable signatures (inserted off-camera)

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