2026 Creative Journaling Meet-Up Series

July 8th – “Midyear Reflections” 

                Pause to look back on the first half of the year — wins, lessons, and adjustments.

                Focus: Reflective prompts and self-check-ins.

Can you believe we're already halfway through the year? This month's Creative Journaling Meet-Up is all about taking a moment to pause, reflect, and celebrate the journey so far.

During this session, we'll look back on the first six months of the year and explore the experiences, accomplishments, challenges, and lessons that have shaped us. Through reflective journaling prompts, creative exercises, and self-check-ins, you'll have the opportunity to document your wins, acknowledge your growth, and identify areas where you'd like to make adjustments for the months ahead.

This isn't about perfection or judging your progress—it's about creating space to recognize how far you've come and thoughtfully consider where you'd like to go next. Whether your year has been filled with major milestones or small everyday victories, every story is worth capturing.

We'll use words, lists, photos, stickers, and creative embellishments to create meaningful pages that serve as both a reflection of the past and a guide for the future.

Ideas We'll Explore:

• Wins and accomplishments from the first half of the year
• Lessons learned and unexpected discoveries
• Favorite memories and meaningful moments
• Habits that are working (and those that aren't!)
• Goals that have changed or evolved
• Things you'd like to focus on for the remainder of the year
• Gratitude and personal growth reflections

Things to Bring:

• Your journal or notebook
• Pens, markers, or gel pens
• Photos from the year so far (optional)
• Stickers and embellishments
• Washi tape
• Patterned papers or scrapbook paper
• Ephemera, tickets, or memorabilia from special events
• Any favorite journaling supplies

Join us for an evening of reflection, creativity, and inspiration as we celebrate the first half of the year and begin dreaming about what's still to come.

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August 12th – “Tag It Up!”  
               

Tags aren't just for gifts—they can be beautiful additions to your journal pages, memory keeping projects, and creative paper crafts! This month's Creative Journaling Meet-Up is all about transforming simple tags into mini works of art that can be used as journaling spots, page accents, bookmarks, tuck-ins, or decorative embellishments.

During this session, we'll explore a variety of techniques for creating layered, artistic tags using inks, stamps, patterned papers, stickers, and other favorite supplies. Whether you prefer clean and simple designs or richly layered creations, you'll discover fun ways to add texture, color, and personality to your projects.

We'll experiment with inking techniques, stamped backgrounds, collage elements, and creative layering to build tags that are both beautiful and functional. These versatile creations can be tucked into journal pockets, attached to pages, used for hidden journaling, or saved for future projects.

Ideas we may explore:

• Creating decorative and functional journal tags
• Layering papers, ephemera, and embellishments
• Inking techniques for backgrounds and edges
• Stamping images, sentiments, and patterns
• Using tags to highlight memories, quotes, and reflections
• Building a collection of ready-to-use tags for future projects

Things to Bring:

• Your journal or notebook
• Tag dies, punches, or pre-made tags (optional)
• Ink pads and blending tools
• Rubber stamps and acrylic blocks
• Patterned papers and cardstock scraps
• Stickers, labels, and ephemera
• Ribbon, twine, or fibers
• Pens, markers, and gel pens
• Any favorite journaling or paper crafting supplies

Join us for an evening of creativity, experimentation, and inspiration as we turn ordinary tags into beautiful pieces of art that can add personality and meaning to your journals and projects.

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September 9th – “A Cozy Life” 
                Write about comfort, routines, and things that make you feel grounded as fall begins.

                Focus: Gratitude journaling and personal rituals.

October 14th – “Junk Journal Mini Project”  
                Assemble a small junk journal or themed insert to hold fall memories.

                Focus: Upcycling papers and creative binding.

November 11th – “Thankful Thoughts” 
                Celebrate gratitude through heartfelt lists, letters, and reflection pages.

                Focus: Mindful writing and appreciation spreads.

December 9th – “2026 Highlights & 2027 Plans”
                Wrap up the year creatively with pages that capture your best memories and future dreams.

                Focus: Collage, photos, and journaling prompts for reflection and anticipation.

This schedule is tentative; dates and topics subject to change. Please register for each session at least 2 days in advance. Students attending a journaling class should bring a few basic supplies to help them get the most out of the session. Essential items include their journal of choice, pens, a pencil and eraser, scissors, a small ruler, and some type of adhesive such as a glue stick or tape runner. For creative elements, students may want to bring washi tape, stickers, patterned paper scraps, ephemera, a few favorite stamps with an ink pad, and some coloring tools like markers or colored pencils. Optional but helpful items include a paper trimmer, double-sided tape, a small supply pouch, photos or printed images, and any personal treasures they enjoy adding to their pages, such as receipts, notes, and photos. Each month may have more specific items to bring. Check our website at www.ScrappersEdge.net