Wednesday, August 10

Journal Jar!!

I originally made this as a gift, but I have fallen so in love with it, that I'm not sure I can give it up.  I should have known better than to use my favorite My Mind's Eye line on the project!!!!  I altered a clear jar and filled with 52 strips of journaling prompts.  I altered a dollar store hard covered, spiral journal to match.  I tried to think of questions I wish I could ask my grandparents about their life, memories that I don't want to forget, things I'd like my family to know someday.  This was the most fun I've had making a project and I can only imagine it'll be even MORE fun filling out the journal.  The theme at Papercraft Star is 'books' so the journal is my entry there.  :)



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6 comments:

  1. Julie Tucker-WolekAugust 11, 2011 at 6:27 AM

    Ohhhhhhhh this is an AWESOME idea and BEAUTIFUL too... I don't blame you for not wanting to give it up! :):):):):):):):):)

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  2. cnelsonAugust 11, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    love, love, LOOOOVE this!!!

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  3. ♥Jan♥August 13, 2011 at 5:18 PM

    I hear you on wanting to keep it - how absolutely charming, and the journal prompts are wonderful. My daughter made an audio tape with her grandparents about the early days of airplanes, my dad actually saw Lindbergh return to America after his flight across the Atlantic. I think I should make a little book, and include that tape in a pocket. You really inspired me !! And of course, an altered book is perfect for this challenge. I am so glad you shared it with us at Papercraft Star !!

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  4. ReganAugust 13, 2011 at 11:32 PM

    What a wonderful idea and such a great gift! I don't blame you for wanting to keep it for yourself! Thank you for playing along with us at Papercraft Star.

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  5. Kim DuranAugust 14, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    Perfect timing that I see your amazing little journal creation! I love creating journals for my daughter just before she goes back to school. They make such cute but inexpensive, het personal gifts. Your journal is amazing and I love that you created a matching jar! What a great idea! Thanks for sharing your creation with us at Papercraft Star! I can't wait to see what you'll bring us next week!

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  6. TracyAugust 14, 2011 at 8:53 PM

    I'm on a journaling kick right now so I really love your project. I TOTALLY understand the MME issue. LOL Have fun creating a special treasure with your prompts and beautiful journal. Thanks so much for playing our challenge at Papercraft Star!

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