The free, lightly feral hobby that will help you stop doomscrolling
Sifting through my pile, I feel the crisp edges of the glossy, technicolor marker that was previously nestled in the dirt of a bonnie green bell sweet pepper plant I bought from the farmers market this summer. I feel a pristine black-and-white receipt for one order of steamed dumplings and one dumpling soup; a thick […]
A junk journal is a scrapbook made from everyday items such as receipts, ticket stubs, fliers, stickers, product packaging, and mail. It's a way to turn the garbage or recycling bin into a visual record of a moment in time, infusing it with a sense of hope and agency. The creator of the junk journal can choose to use their own materials or purchase a junk journaling kit from a craft retailer.
The key is to resist the urge to invest money in preselected supplies, as this can add pressure and create a more curated, outward-facing product. Instead, using materials already on hand or naturally acquired in everyday life allows for a more authentic and personal creation. This hobby is particularly suited to the current moment, as it provides a creative outlet without the expensive costs associated with other forms of entertainment and offers an affordable way to engage in creative stimulation and human connection.
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