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{Tenth Day of Whimsy – Christmas Wishes Journal}

December 10, 2011

Christmas Wishes Journal

This journal project is quick and an easy way to make last minute gifts. Decorate them with the Holiday season in mind, or favorite hues of the recipient who will receive it. The secret to a beautiful journal is using Paper Whimsy faces!

Tutorial PDF available in my Etsy shop:  12 Days of Whimsy

Filed in: 12 Days of Whimsy • by Sugar Lump Studios • 51 Comments

About Sugar Lump Studios

I am a dabbler. I love to create using all sorts of mediums...pattern papers, stamping, fabric, assemblage, collage, altered art, a never ending smattering of whatever strikes my fancy in whimsical moments. I find creating allows my soul to be fulfilled and love to spend hours in the studio.

Comments

  1. Cindy Morris

    December 10, 2011 at 12:26 am

    Every thing you have made is so lovely & this journal is no exception! You have such a delicate way of creating & I love it!
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  2. Denise Phillips

    December 10, 2011 at 12:35 am

    For quick and easy, it turned out lovely!
    Cheers!!!

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  3. Caroline Lawson

    December 10, 2011 at 12:43 am

    An easier (or less messy) way to adhere paper to a book cover. Nice work.

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  4. Debbie Ellerd

    December 10, 2011 at 12:46 am

    I am so glad you did a journal. Great instructions on doing them. Now I can do Christmas ones and also do everyday journals. Once again Nancy….thank you for sharing your work and beautiful creations with PW images……I am so happy to learn all this…..

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  5. Deb Riddell

    December 10, 2011 at 1:08 am

    Great tutorial Nancy, thanks so much! These would be perfect stocking stuffers for my nieces, love them! Deb

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  6. Lori

    December 10, 2011 at 2:17 am

    Could you please show the inside of the cover, or back? Thank you. I love your work.

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  7. MarieS.

    December 10, 2011 at 2:38 am

    Thank you for sharing yet another beautiful project,dear Nancy.
    Love it.Have a wonderful weekend.
    Hugs,
    Marie

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  8. Jacky S

    December 10, 2011 at 3:34 am

    I love journals….and this is a gorgeous one.

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  9. Fiona

    December 10, 2011 at 3:40 am

    What a great and so pretty idea Nancy.

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  10. Robyn

    December 10, 2011 at 4:30 am

    Nancy, thanks so much for this tutorial. I love all your work, but this is one of my favourites!! Happy week-end!! Robyn

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  11. Martina

    December 10, 2011 at 4:37 am

    Really adorable and beautiful! Very nice work, dear Nancy!

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  12. Carolyn

    December 10, 2011 at 7:29 am

    Lovely little journal~great gift idea!

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  13. Irene

    December 10, 2011 at 7:51 am

    Nancy,
    This is a great project! I have some composition journals just waiting to be altered, but I didnt quite know what to do! Thanks for the advice on the tape.
    Hugs,
    Ivy

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  14. chris capista

    December 10, 2011 at 7:55 am

    This is again, just lovely – and those PW images make it so! Love the project!

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  15. Gypsy Rose

    December 10, 2011 at 8:30 am

    This is great, quick and easy. Thanks.
    not on facebook, but am a follower.

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  16. Bleubeard and Elizabeth

    December 10, 2011 at 8:32 am

    I guess I knew that secret to covering composition books, but forgot it years ago. Thanks for both the inspiration and the tip on what adhesive to use. (not on FB)

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  17. Dawn

    December 10, 2011 at 8:48 am

    Absolutely Gorgeous!! Love all the Fab things you’ve made!

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  18. Jann

    December 10, 2011 at 9:07 am

    The journal is lovely, and your instructions are so clear–thank you for sharing your projects so generously!!!

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  19. Kim

    December 10, 2011 at 9:22 am

    Thank you Nancy, I’m going to make a few of these today…exactly the gift project I was looking for!! xo

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  20. Terri Gordon

    December 10, 2011 at 10:01 am

    Hi Nancy, Your journal is so lovely! Thanks for sharing. I love your beautiful work. Merry Christmas. Hugs, Terri

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  21. Joye Outlar

    December 10, 2011 at 10:19 am

    Thanks for sharing another lovely Christmas project with us,
    Nancy! LOVE it!
    Joye

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  22. Robin

    December 10, 2011 at 10:38 am

    What a delightful journal Nancy. Your tutorial is wonderful, easy to follow – these journals will make treasured gifts & memories for the holiday season & beyond.

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  23. Sandy

    December 10, 2011 at 10:43 am

    Oh wow what a darling book Nancy.
    Absolutely awesome and so lovely details.
    Perfect.

    Have a lovely weekend sweetie. xoxo

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  24. debbi george

    December 10, 2011 at 10:46 am

    What a beautiful vintage style Xmas gift! Thanks for all the great ideas

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  25. Sarah

    December 10, 2011 at 11:02 am

    I have some little blank journals sitting here just waiting for a new look. Thanks for the reminder! The PW images are so distinctive and make any project special.

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  26. Sue Young

    December 10, 2011 at 12:54 pm

    What a quick and easy and fabulous gift!(hear that, all my art friends?!?!?!?)

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  27. Linda K

    December 10, 2011 at 1:24 pm

    beautiful!! I love making these and actually have to make some larger ones for gifts this year. It’s nice to see your variation on these!

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  28. theresa mARTin

    December 10, 2011 at 1:50 pm

    Another great tutorial and beautiful piece! Merry Christmas Nancy!

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  29. Wanda Contreras

    December 10, 2011 at 2:06 pm

    Thank you for sharing your projects with all of us. I love all of them!!!
    best regards,
    Wanda

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  30. Christine Laudig

    December 10, 2011 at 2:10 pm

    What a great gift to make for family & friends. Beautiful!

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  31. Wanda H

    December 10, 2011 at 2:44 pm

    Beautiful!!

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  32. Lynn Stevens

    December 10, 2011 at 3:02 pm

    Nancy I’ve so enjoyed seeing all your fabulous Christmas projects. Sad to be seeing it come to an end soon.
    Thank you for your daily inspiration
    hugs Lynn

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  33. Dorthe

    December 10, 2011 at 4:03 pm

    Nancy dear, your journal is so sweet and wiht so many small delightful details–love the tape-idea.
    Thankyou, and happy saturday evening.
    Hugs,Dorthe

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  34. Julie Duncan

    December 10, 2011 at 4:26 pm

    Just gorgeous! Can’t wait to go & make one!

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  35. Incipient Wings

    December 10, 2011 at 5:52 pm

    it’s beautiful!
    thank you for sharing this.
    marfi

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  36. Christine Shebroe

    December 10, 2011 at 6:05 pm

    What a pretty book — you must have yards and yards of amazing lace in your studio!

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  37. Lisa

    December 10, 2011 at 6:54 pm

    Beautiful! Thanks for sharing.

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  38. Terri

    December 10, 2011 at 6:58 pm

    Wow Nancy! Another gorgeous creation! Love all your elements and the whimsy girl.
    Hugs,
    Terri

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  39. Doreen aka LuniLadi

    December 10, 2011 at 7:09 pm

    What a great tip to turn something inexpensive into something nice enough to give!
    Doreen aka LuniLadi (not on facebook)

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  40. Maggie M

    December 10, 2011 at 7:13 pm

    Oh, I love the Christmas journal! I’m also a big fan of Paper Whimsy. I follow both your blogs, and I’m a fan of both blogs. I just wish I received email updates from you:) Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas and a prosperous, healthy New Year!!

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  41. Lavender Dreams

    December 10, 2011 at 7:43 pm

    I love journals, too and write in one every day of my life…and have for years! I don’t do facebook but I enjoy all of your posts! ♥

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  42. Kerrie Bonham

    December 10, 2011 at 7:46 pm

    Your journal is gorgeous……I love everything about it!!!

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  43. patricia

    December 10, 2011 at 8:53 pm

    so beautiful! luv it! Mmmmm, is it time to place another order for composition journals? I’m thinkin’

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  44. Lesley

    December 10, 2011 at 9:08 pm

    I love Q&E ideas, this is right up my alley. Thanks Nancy for all the inspiration.
    Lesley

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  45. Heather F. Corn

    December 10, 2011 at 9:33 pm

    Your projects all have such a wonderful nostalgia about them! They are all truly delightful!!

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  46. Chris Thuerk

    December 10, 2011 at 9:53 pm

    Nancy you make this lovely journal seem so easy to do! and it is a big help when you list the brand names as you did for the sticky tape! Great ideas!

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  47. 2amscrapper

    December 11, 2011 at 12:27 am

    I was going to say this is my favorite project from all of them so far, but I actually like all of them!

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  48. Barb

    December 11, 2011 at 8:42 am

    another wonderful idea

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  49. sonya

    December 11, 2011 at 12:32 pm

    I have some of these composition books! Definitely will be making these! Thank you again, Nancy!
    Hugs,
    Sonya

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  50. Leslie Anderson

    December 11, 2011 at 5:26 pm

    Nancy, these are adorable!! I have quite a stash of these too.

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  51. Nancy

    December 5, 2014 at 10:26 am

    thanks for the instructions! just beautiful
    oh by the way-you have a great first name!

    Reply

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