October Newsletter - Spooky
- junkjournalnewbies
- Oct 1
- 3 min read
Hello Creative Spirits,
As the air turns crisp and the moon grows full, it's time to embrace the mysterious and spooky side of junk journaling! October is here, and we’re ready to infuse our journals with eerie vibes, creepy collages, and a dash of magic. Whether you're inspired by Halloween, mystical creatures, or the thrill of the unknown, this month is all about creating spooky, mysterious, and enchanting pages.
Let’s dive into some fun, spooky ideas for your journal this month!
Spooky & Mysterious Journals: Embrace the Dark Side
There’s no better time than October to fill your journals with the magic of mystery, shadows, and a little spooky charm. Here’s how you can get started:
1. Dark & Moody Color Palettes
Think deep purples, black, burnt orange, charcoal gray, and hints of silver or gold. These colors will help create an eerie, yet elegant atmosphere. Use them for backgrounds, journaling cards, and embellishments.
2. Eerie Ephemera
Gather vintage photos, old letters, and maps to create mysterious vibes. Old postage stamps, pressed flowers, and weathered papers are perfect for layering and adding depth.
3. Whimsical Halloween Additions
Add spooky images like bats, skulls, pumpkins, or vintage witches. You can find printable kits with these spooky motifs to help elevate your pages with the Halloween spirit.
Spooky DIY Projects for Your Journal
Here are a few spooky ideas to bring the mysterious feel into your junk journal this month:
1. Haunted Pocket Pages
Create pockets with old book pages or vintage fabric, then tuck in creepy tags, spiderweb trims, or mini skull embellishments. Hide little surprises inside for that added mystery!
2. Spellbinding Collages
Use old photographs, ink stamps, and creepy imagery to craft collages with a hint of magic. Try layering multiple elements to build depth and dimension—like a haunted landscape or a spellbook page.
3. Altered Envelopes
Take old envelopes and transform them with stamps, ink, and spooky accents. Use them to hold special journal entries, secrets, or mysterious notes that you’ll reveal later.
October Challenge: Spooky Journal Spread
This month, we’re challenging you to create your own Spooky & Mysterious spread in your junk journal. Use the colors, textures, and creepy elements that inspire you!
Share your creations with us using #SpookyJournalingChallenge and tag us on Instagram @junkjournalnewbies for a chance to be featured!
What's New in the Shop?
Get into the Halloween spirit with our Spooky & Mysterious journal goodies! We’ve added some new items to our shop that will help you craft your own spooky creations:
Spooky Digital Kits – Printable pages with eerie designs, vintage photos, and mystical imagery.
Handmade Haunted Journals – Custom journals filled with spooky textures, themed pages, and plenty of room for your haunting creativity.
Creepy Ephemera Packs – Vintage-style pieces with a gothic twist: old maps, skeleton keys, and occult symbols.
Get Into the Spooky Spirit
Create an ambiance for your journaling space that’s just as spooky as your pages. Light a black candle, play eerie soundtracks in the background, and sip on a witch’s brew (hot chocolate or tea, of course!). The atmosphere will make your creative sessions extra magical.
Thank You for Being Part of Our Spooky Crew
We hope this month’s Spooky & Mysterious Journals edition has sparked your imagination! Whether you’re crafting a haunted masterpiece or a whimsical Halloween journal, we’re thrilled to have you as part of our creative community.
Have a spook-tacular October filled with creative thrills and chillingly beautiful journals!
— The Junk Journal Newbies Team
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