Oops, No Power
Great excuse to cozy up with a good book.
Day #3 Behind the Page
I’ve been holding on to this rainbow book art card for quite some time. It’s not that I was waiting for the perfect project — I was just waiting for something where I could really let it shine. And I must say, I really love it cut up on that black musical background.
I wanted some journaling about how I spent my time on the couch curled up under the blankies and getting into the book that I’ve been reading. It was a nice little break in the day. I picked out the yellow tag because it reminded me of a little flashlight that you use when the power is out; especially on the black background.
Technique of the Day
Rainbows make me super happy — so I’ve been holding on to this 3x4 journaling card for quite a while. When I pulled it out to use on today’s page, it didn’t look great just stuck down as a single card. I thought it might look better if I spread it out vertically just a bit.
I stuck some roll adhesive on the back of the card and trimmed it down into these thick strips. I think the black background makes it look a little more like shelves, and I love the dark/light contrast.
I’m gonna enjoy seeing this page all month long as I flip through the pages of this album.
For those of you unfamiliar with December Daily Pages, it’s a mix of two creative traditions I love: Ali Edwards’ December Daily, a holiday storytelling project, and my own Daily Pages routine, a creative habit I’ve practiced since 2018. By blending these approaches, I’ve found a way to balance holiday cheer with the everyday joys of scrapbooking and storytelling.
Share your pages (and find inspiration!) in the Awesome Ladies Project app. I’ll be posting my pages there throughout the month.
How It’s Made
Supply List
Album — Ali Edwards
Papers — 49 and Market, DIY
Stickers — Pipsticks
Art Card — Paper/Person
Tag — Studio Calico
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Tips & Creative Wisdom
Reimagine How You Use Journaling Cards
If a journaling card doesn’t fit the page as-is, think of ways to adapt it. Cutting, layering, or even splitting elements into smaller pieces can transform them into dynamic components that enhance your layout. Let the card’s design guide how you break it down.
Pro Tip: Experiment with cutting elements into strips, squares, or shapes that complement your page’s flow. How does deconstructing a card change its impact?
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