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Introducing Our Marie Antoinette Scrapbook Paper Collection

Introducing Our Marie Antoinette Scrapbook Paper Collection

Posted on by Sandi Nagel

Marie Antoinette has arrived at the craft table. 👑🌸

Our newest paper collection is inspired by the romance of 18th-century France—powdered pastels, porcelain roses, ornate frames, feathers, pearls, and couture portraits, all designed for junk journals, mini albums, and card making.

Available now in:
8.25 x 8.25 cardstock
5 3/8 x 5 3/8 card maker size
12×12 digital (home-printer friendly)

This one is for lovers of vintage, shabby chic, and timeless beauty.

#junkjournal #scrapbookpaper #vintagecrafts #marieantoinette #cardmakingpaper #shabbychicstyle #decor8yourlife #papercrafting #minialbum #digitalpapers #romanticcrafts #frenchvintage #junkjournalephemera

Shabby Chic Junk Journal Folio Tutorial (Paper Lunch Bags)

Shabby Chic Junk Journal Folio Tutorial (Paper Lunch Bags)

Posted on by Sandi Nagel

Soft florals, lace, pearls, and paper lunch bags… who knew they could become something this dreamy? 💕

Today I’m sharing my new shabby chic ephemera folio made with the Whispers Junk Journal Kit from Decor8yourlife. It’s designed to hold tags, pockets, and vintage-style layers now, but it can easily be turned into a full junk journal later.

I used removable silicone dots for the small elements and a lace pocket for storing ephemera, so everything can be rearranged as inspiration strikes.

Full tutorial is up on YouTube and the matching blog post is live on decor8yourlife.com ✨

#junkjournal #shabbychicjournal #ephemeriafolio #paperbagjournal #junkjournaltutorial #vintagepapercraft #decor8yourlife #scrapbookideas #handmadejournal

Whispers Journal Kit by Decor8yourlife: Soft, Vintage Inspiration for Creative Journals

Whispers Journal Kit by Decor8yourlife: Soft, Vintage Inspiration for Creative Journals

Posted on by Sandi Nagel

✨ NEW • Whispers Journal Kit ✨

There’s something about soft colors, worn edges, and quiet details that makes you slow down without realizing it 🤍

Whispers is our very first digital junk journal kit, created for those moments when you want to sit with your thoughts, layer a page gently, and let the process be the point.

This collection grew out of our Whispers scrapbook paper pack and was reimagined specifically for journal makers who love romantic pages, subtle texture, and pieces that work beautifully together without feeling busy.

It’s the kind of kit you reach for when you want your journal to feel calm, personal, and a little bit nostalgic 🌿

If you’re curious about how this kit came to be and the different ways people are using it in their journals, I shared more thoughts and ideas recently ✨
(you’ll know where to find it 😉)

🤍 Digital download
🤍 Designed for junk journals, TNs, and creative memory keeping
🤍 Created with slow crafting in mind

DIY Christmas Treat Bags: Easy Holiday Craft Tutorial

DIY Christmas Treat Bags: Easy Holiday Craft Tutorial

Posted on by Sandi Nagel

I just shared a new blog post featuring one of my favorite easy holiday craft projects — DIY Christmas treat bags made with items you may already have in your stash.

This post goes hand in hand with a new how-to video on my YouTube channel, where I walk you through the entire process step by step, from creating dimensional number tags to assembling festive treat bags that are perfect for gifting.

If you enjoy simple, cozy paper crafts, I’d love for you to watch the video, give it a thumbs up, and subscribe so you don’t miss future tutorials. Your support truly helps the channel grow.

✨ Blog link and video are in my bio
💬 Let me know in the comments if you enjoy projects like this or what kind of craft you’d like to see next

Thank you so much for being here and sharing your creative time with me.

#DIYChristmas, #HolidayCrafts, #ChristmasCraftIdeas, #PaperCraftTutorial, #DIYGiftIdeas, #CraftWithMe, #HolidayDIY, #HandmadeChristmas, #CraftingCommunity

Gift-Wrapping Ideas You Can Use Right Now

Gift-Wrapping Ideas You Can Use Right Now

Posted on by Sandi Nagel

Today I’m shariing a few of my favorite gift-wrapping ideas — the kind that feel simple, soft, and handmade. If you love cozy textures, pretty ribbons, and that little vintage touch, you’ll enjoy this one.

Everything I used was either from my stash or leftover scraps, and I promise the process is super simple. A layered ribbon here, a handmade tag there, and suddenly your gift looks like something out of a boutique.

The full tutorial is now on my blog if you want to take a look.

#christmas #giftwrapping #ideas #2025 #decor8yourlife