Summer Breeze Journal by Karen Jiles

Hi there,

It’s Karen, sharing a Summer Breeze Journal that I created with the Ocean Mix and Nautical Mix chipboard sets. I really enjoyed creating with both sets and coordinating the sets with my choice of patterned papers.  The chipboard pieces were super easy to alter with embellishment mousse and a perfect option for fun projects like this journal. Take a peek at how the journal came together in the tutorial below.

Step 1: Using scissors, cut chipboard from framed set.

Step 2: Apply Nuvo Embellishment mousse (Soft Truffle, Blue) to chipboard using foam applicator. Heat with heat tool and set aside.

Step 3: Trim patterned papers to layering sizes and sand with sanding bar.

Step 4: Run layers of patterned paper through Xyron machine to apply adhesive. Adhere layers to the journal cover.

Step 5: Continue adding coordinating layers of papers to the journal cover.

Step 6: Cut elements from the patterned paper and adhere to cover. Adhere chipboard to the cover using E6000.

Step 7: Tap gesso onto journal cover using a paintbrush to enhance the overall design.

Step 8: Continue embellishing as desired.

Southern Ridge Trading Company Supplies Used:

- Ocean Mix

- Nautical Mix

Other Supplies Used:

- Blank Journal

- Patterned Paper

- Nuvo Embellishment Mousse

- Foam Tool

- Gesso (White)

- Scissors

- Sanding Bar

- Paintbrush

- E6000

- Xyron Machine

- Heat Tool

- Trimmer

I really enjoyed creating this Summer Breeze Journal. It’s perfect for journaling in this summer. I hope that it has inspired you.

Thanks so much for stopping by today.

Karen