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Hello lovelies 🎨


I've just finished taking some photos of the new journal I made using an old art print, along with a peek at my new printable give away pack I'm putting together.


I'm still editing the printable, but inside you'll find images from the journal, pictures of little things I found around my desk to fussy cut, 4 or 5 lovely quotes, plus 4 art prompts and mindful moments. I will be giving this printable away for free during my next live video!


Speaking of which, there is a brand new video coming out today at 5:00 p.m. where I show you the whole process of making this journal from start to finish.


Make sure you hit the Subscribe button and turn on the notification bell so you don't miss the announcement for my next live stream. During the live, you'll be able to grab the free printable, and I'll also be putting the finished journal up for sale!


See you at 5:00 p.m. for the video! ✂️📖✨

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5 days ago | [YT] | 23

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Hello Vintage Button Family! 👋

I am excited (and a little nervous!) to announce that I will be doing my very first YouTube Live tomorrow, Saturday 1st August!

Join me with a cuppa as we flick through the completed nautical journal from cover to cover and celebrate finishing the Junk Journal July UK challenge together. 📖☕✨

Since this is my first ever live stream, please bear with me while I get to grips with the tech and the live chat!

⏰ Stream Start Times (Saturday 1st August):

* **UK (BST):** 5:00 PM
* **US East Coast (EDT):** 12:00 PM (Noon)
* **US Central (CDT):** 11:00 AM
* **US Mountain (MDT):** 10:00 AM
* **US West Coast (PDT):** 9:00 AM
* **Europe (CEST):** 6:00 PM
* **Australia (AEST):** 2:00 AM (Sunday 2nd August)

I would love for you to drop by, say hello, and ask any questions you have about the pages! Will you be able to make it? Let me know in the comments below! 👇

2 weeks ago | [YT] | 19

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Hello Lovlies! 👋

I have had a few technical hiccups tonight, so there won’t be a video for today’s prompt: Sun Shadow, Pressed leaf.

So, here's a photo of it finished! I took a large English Ivy leaf from my garden and used it as a natural canvas. First, I glued on a tiny sailboat from the Bee Happy Stationery *Dreams by the Sea* kit. Then, using blue acrylic paint markers, I drew loopy, overlapping waves to create a rolling sea effect. I finished it off with shiny silver highlights on the waves and a touch of gold around the edge of the leaf. 🌿⛵✨

I am so sorry for the missing video today, but I will make sure to give you a full, close-up look at this finished page during the Live Flip-Through on 1st August, time to be confirmed!

Have you ever tried painting on natural leaves in your journals? Let me know in the comments below, and I will see you tomorrow for Day 29!

Here's all the information about the challenge, playlists and Bee Happy's digitals

🎁 **SPECIAL OFFER FROM BEE HAPPY STATIONERY**

Save 45% on Bee Happy Stationery digital kits throughout Junk Journal July!

* **Use code:** JUNKJOURNALJULY
* **Shop directly here:** [ko-fi.com/beehappystationery/link/JUNKJOURNALJULY](www.google.com/search?q=https://ko-fi.com/beehappy…)
*(Offer valid until the last day of July).*

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🤝 **Challenge Hosts & Event Links**

Junk Journal July UK is hosted by Lindsey from @TheVintageButton and Sandra from @BeeHappyStationery.

* **Facebook Group:** [www.facebook.com/groups/767814621664611](www.google.com/search?q=https://www.facebook.com/g…)
* **Bee Happy Stationery Ko-fi Shop:** [ko-fi.com/beehappystationery](ko-fi.com/beehappystationery)
* **Instagram:** [www.instagram.com/beehappystationerydigitals](www.google.com/search?q=https://www.instagram.com/…)
* **Pinterest Board:** [uk.pinterest.com/BeeHappyStationery/junk-journal-j…](www.google.com/search?q=https://uk.pinterest.com/B…)

📂 **Playlists:**

* **Official Creators YouTube Playlist:** www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
* **Open Community Playlist:** [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SZLg6...](www.google.com/search?q=https://www.youtube.com/wa…)

2 weeks ago | [YT] | 14

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Hiya Vintage Button Family!

Today’s prompt for Junk Journal July UK is PAUSE / REST. Since this prompt lands right before our unplanned missing day in the schedule, I am taking the opportunity to give myself—and all of you—a well-deserved couple of days off.

I'm loving my journal so far here's a look at the simple page I created to mark this restful prompt in my journal.

Our Schedule Going Forward:

Wednesday 15th July: Rest Day (No Video)

Thursday 16th July: Rest Day (No Video)

Friday 17th July: We return with a brand new video for the PAPERCLIP prompt!

Use these next 48 hours to put your feet up, have a nice cup of tea, or use the time to catch up on any previous prompts you might have missed.

💬 Let's catch up in the comments: How is your July journal coming along? Are you completely caught up, or are you going to use these next two days to do a bit of happy crafting?

Enjoy your rest, and I will see you back here on Friday!

1 month ago (edited) | [YT] | 21

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Hello everyone 🤗

I've got problems with yesterday's video. 🥴The sound isn't working and it appears to be the wrong way around. 🙄 I've taken it down and will put out a short with a bit more detail than the picture here. Let me know if you're interested in me adding a similar video to my list for later in the year...think I could the same ish thing with dare I say a Christmas twist. 😉

Remember we do things, give ourselves permission to get things wrong, learn from it and move on. Progression over perfection.

Love and appreciate you all
Linds x

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1 month ago | [YT] | 35

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Hello Vintage Button Peeps

I'd love to see your creations and would like to take advantage of the community tab right here on the Youtubes!

Here's a guide to how you can show me pictures of your creations.



This keeps everyone’s beautiful journal pages neatly organised directly under the correct day's prompt.

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🌸 How to Share Photos of Your Journal Pages with Us!

I would love to see how you are using Sandra’s beautiful kit and your own creative scraps for Junk Journal July!

To keep everything organised, the best way to share your work is to **reply with a picture right under my daily update posts** on our channel's Posts tab. Here is how to do it depending on what device you are using:

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📱 If You Are Using a Mobile Phone or Tablet (The YouTube App)


1. Go to my channel page and tap the **Posts** tab.
2. Find my update for the day, scroll down, and tap the **Comment** box (or the reply speech bubble).
3. Look for the small **image/camera icon** right next to the text box.
4. Tap it, select the photo of your journal page from your device, type a little message if you like, and press **Post**!

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💻 If You Are Using a Computer or Laptop (The YouTube Website)

1. Open your web browser, go to my channel page, and click the **Posts** tab.
2. Find the post for today's prompt and look for the comment box directly underneath it.
3. Click inside the text box and look for the **image icon** (it looks like a little square landscape picture).
4. Click it to choose a photo from your computer files, type your message, and click the **arrow or comment button** to submit it.

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✨ A Gentle Reminder:** This challenge is a moment of self-care and discovery, not stress. We don't expect perfection! Whether you have finished a full page or just added a tiny bit of slow stitching to a scrap of paper, we would love to see it. Grab your kit from Sandra's Ko-fi, take a deep breath, and let's share our creative journeys together! 👇


Grab your supplies, relax, and let's start sharing! 👇




I look forward to seeing your wonderful makes!

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1 month ago | [YT] | 21

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Hello Vintage Button Family
✂️ Big News: Junk Journal July is Here! 🌻


I am so excited to announce that I’ve teamed up with the lovely Sandra from ‪@BeeHappyStationery‬ to bring you a brand-new monthly challenge: Junk Journal July!


Whether you love junk journals, mindful crafting, or making beautiful things from everyday scraps, this challenge is for you.

🌸 A Moment of Self-Care
We want this month to be a gentle space for self-care. There is absolutely no pressure to be perfect or to finish every single page, every single day. This challenge is all about discovery, playing with scraps, and enjoying the process—not about stress!

To help us unwind, I will also be sharing short guided meditations at the end of some of my videos. It is the perfect chance to take a deep breath and relax.


🎨 Grab Your Challenge Kit!

Sandra is our official digital artist for the challenge, and she has created a beautiful kit to get us started. It is available right now on her Ko-fi page!

ko-fi.com/beehappystationery/shop



Inside the kit, you will find:

Daily prompts to spark your creativity.
An inspiration guide to help you reflect and interpret the prompts to create art that is unique to you.


Three lovely snippet sheets to cut out and add to your pages.


📺 What to Expect in July

I will be sharing a new video every single day throughout July! I’ll be crafting in my usual colourful, vintage style, using lots of sustainable everyday junk alongside two gorgeous kits from Bee Happy Stationery.



Here is how you can get involved and follow along:

Before July: Watch out for my upcoming videos where I’ll show you how I make my journal from scratch and prep my kit.

Guest Creators: We have some wonderful creators joining us throughout the month. Keep an eye out for our daily recommendations!


Playlists: We will have two YouTube playlists. One for the official guest videos, and an open playlist where **anyone** can add their own videos to share their pages.


✨ Join the Fun

Check out the kit attached to this post and head over to Sandra's Ko-fi to grab it for free and have a browse for your papers. Then shop your stash to make a kit that's unique to you and let’s get ready for a wonderful, relaxing month of sustainable crafting.

No printer? No problem! Just make a note of the days from this prompt and still join in with your own supplies!



Are you joining us? Let me know in the comments below! 👇

Also would you like for us to have a live at the end of the month to do a flip through and a chat about the challenge? I will be on annual leave at the end of the month so won't mind staying up to chat to you all!

Look forward to crafting with you!
Love Linds

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1 month ago | [YT] | 26

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LOW‑SPEND SUMMER 2026

I started a frugal February challenge this earlier year and would like to build on it. So, I’m starting a Low‑Spend Summer — not to deny myself, but to *free myself* from the idea that I need more supplies to be creative.

Back in 2020, during that uncertain time, I challenged myself to use what I already had… and that’s when I discovered junk journaling. It completely changed my creative life. I’ve always slow stitched and loved giving new life to things others would throw away, and junk journaling gave me the perfect way to express myself.

Since moving into my current house over 5 years ago, I’ve intentionally built up my supplies — almost like stocking my own little craft shop filled with things I love. And honestly… I have plenty. More than plenty.

So, this summer, I’m choosing to shop the craft store in my own home.

✨ My intentions:
• Use what I already own
• Limit spending on vintage treasures
• Celebrate scraps, leftovers, and forgotten materials
• Trust my creativity instead of my shopping habits
• Lean into slow stitching + junk journaling as grounding practices

This isn’t about going without. It’s about recognising the abundance I already have and creating from that place.


If you want to join me in your own way, you’re so welcome here.
Let’s make this a gentle, abundant, low‑spend summer together 🌸

I'd love to know what you think.

Love Lindsey

#LowSpendSummer #JunkJournaling #CreativeReuse
#UseWhatYouHave #FrugalCrafting #SlowStitching

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3 months ago | [YT] | 26

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A lovely afternoon of treasure hunting! 🌿

I had such a lovely time with some gentle antiquing in Ely with my husband today. My basket was absolutely overflowing before I even got to the checkout!

I managed to find some beautiful bits for my journals and stitching, including:

* Scraps of vintage French fabric.
* Pretty French lace still on its original card.
* Old book pages from way back in the 1760s.
* A stuffed Harrods biscuit tin packed with mystery stamps and papers.
* An ephemera pack made up with bits from old scrap books.

I have no idea exactly what is inside that tin or the packet yet, but it feels like a real prize! I had a blast looking around and I can’t wait to film a full video to show you every single piece in detail.

I’d love to hear from you—have you found any vintage treasures lately? Or is there a favourite shop you love to visit?

Let me know in the comments! 👇

#antiquing #slowstitching #journaling #vintagefinds #papercraft #ely #haul #ephemera

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4 months ago | [YT] | 8

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Hello everyone!

I have been away for a little while, but I am now looking forward to getting back to the channel.

Over the next week or so, I will be posting some videos that I filmed back in February. I also have some new "haul" videos to share and some simple, easy craft projects as we look towards Easter.

I am planning to get back to our mindful and sustainable making very soon. I have really missed you all and I am so looking forward to being back with you.

Thought you'd enjoy my daffs and ivy from the garden!

See you in the comments soon!

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