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Vintage Easter Freebie

Vintage Easter Freebie – Springtime Treasure for Your Junk Journal

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Spring has a way of bringing gentle color back to our creative spaces, soft florals, pastel ribbons, and the nostalgic charm of vintage Easter illustrations. Today I’m delighted to share a Vintage Easter Freebie with you, a small bundle of paper treasures designed to bring that same cozy springtime feeling to your junk journal pages.

Vintage Easter Freebie

This printable sheet features sweet vintage-style children celebrating Easter, carrying baskets of flowers and eggs, holding tiny chicks, and gathering spring blossoms. Their storybook charm feels as though they’ve stepped right out of an antique Easter postcard.

To help these little characters feel right at home in your journal, the freebie also includes a soft floral backing paper inspired by vintage botanical prints and aged stationery textures. The delicate pink blossoms and parchment tones create a gentle background that pairs beautifully with layered ephemera.

This freebie coordinates perfectly with our Vintage Easter Collection, including the Vintage Easter Collage Papers, Vintage Easter Ephemera, and Vintage Easter Floral Backing Papers, making it easy to build a cohesive seasonal journal.

Whether you’re creating a full Easter journal or simply adding a few seasonal touches to your pages, these printable pieces are ready to bring a little spring magic to your crafting table.

Creative Ways to Use This Vintage Easter Freebie

Here are a few cozy ideas for incorporating these pieces into your junk journal projects:

1. Create Sweet Spring Clusters

Fussy cut the children and pair them with small florals, lace scraps, and vintage labels from the Vintage Easter Ephemera kit. These little clusters make beautiful page embellishments, especially in the corners of journaling pages.

2. Build an Easter Pocket Page

Use the floral backing paper as the base for a journal page or pocket. Then tuck the cut-out children inside along with journaling cards, tags, or small envelopes for a layered Easter-themed spread.

3. Design a Storybook Journal Page

Arrange two or three of the children together to create a small scene on a page. Add handwritten journaling, pressed flowers, or tea-stained paper scraps to give the spread a charming storybook feel.

4. Decorate Tags and Tuck Spots

These vintage characters are the perfect size for journal tags, envelopes, and tuck spots. A simple tag with one child-illustration and a touch of lace or twine instantly becomes a sweet Easter embellishment.

A Perfect Companion to the Vintage Easter Collection

If you enjoy this freebie, you might also love the full Vintage Easter Collection, which includes:

• Vintage Easter Collage Papers – layered vintage Easter scenes and textures
• Vintage Easter Ephemera – printable Easter characters, rabbits, chicks, and seasonal embellishments
• Vintage Easter Floral Backing Papers – soft botanical backgrounds for layering and journaling

Together, these pieces create a lovely set of coordinating papers that make it easy to build cohesive Easter-themed journal spreads.

Download Your Freebie

You can download the Vintage Easter Freebie below and start crafting right away. Simply print the sheet, grab your scissors, and enjoy a relaxing afternoon of springtime creativity.

Download Vintage Easter Freebie

If you create something with this freebie, I’d love to see it! Feel free to share your projects in our community or tag The Happy Handicrafter so we can celebrate your beautiful pages together.

From my desk to yours —
Happy crafting, always. 🌸
Jenny – The Happy Handicrafter

Irish Junk Journal Papers - Written in Clover

Vintage Irish Junk Journal Papers – Written in Clover

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There’s something timeless about green ink on aged paper, the way it feels rooted, familiar, and full of quiet memory. Written in Clover was created to capture that feeling: a vintage Irish-inspired journal paper pack designed for pages that hold stories gently and beautifully.

This collection feels like it was gathered over time rather than made all at once. Worn ledger pages, softly faded sheet music, woven plaids, and pressed shamrocks come together in a way that feels warm, nostalgic, and deeply grounded. These are papers meant to be written on, layered, and lived with.

Vintage Irish junk journal papers - Written in Clover

Inspired by Irish Heritage & Handwritten Memory

The heart of Written in Clover lies in old-world Irish stationery, the kind tucked into drawers, folded into books, and saved for years. You’ll find classic green plaids softened with age, ledger lines faded by time, antique music pages, and shamrock motifs that feel pressed rather than printed.

The color palette stays cozy and natural throughout the pack: parchment cream, sage green, soft olive, forest green, antique gold, and warm wood tones. Each page is layered with care, offering visual richness without overwhelming your journal spreads.

What’s Included in the Written in Clover Journal Paper Pack

This printable collection includes 24 coordinating journal papers, thoughtfully designed to work together as a cohesive whole:

  • Decorative feature papers with plaids, music sheets, shamrocks, and ledger textures
  • Writing-friendly pages with softened backgrounds and subtle details
  • Neutral backing papers extracted from the hero textures for easy layering and double-sided printing

Every page balances beauty with usability, perfect for building meaningful, story-rich layouts.

irish junk journal papers

Designed for Cozy, Creative Use

Written in Clover was designed with junk journalers and paper lovers in mind. These papers shine in:

  • Junk journals and vintage journals
  • St. Patrick’s Day and Irish-themed projects
  • Altered books and memory keeping
  • Scrapbooking, collage, and cardmaking
  • Layered spreads, pockets, and ephemera bases

Whether you’re creating a seasonal journal for March or simply drawn to timeless Irish charm, this pack offers a versatile foundation you’ll return to again and again.

If you love papers that feel gathered, storied, and full of quiet character, Written in Clover is waiting for you. This collection was made for slow crafting sessions, thoughtful journaling, and pages that hold meaning beyond the moment.

From my desk to yours,
Happy crafting, always. 🌸
— Jenny, The Happy Handicrafter

Written in Clover - St. Patrick's Day Inspired Journal Papers
Very Valentine Mini Trifold Folio

Very Valentine Mini Trifold Folio

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There’s something especially sweet about tiny handmade pieces, the kind that feel like they were meant to be tucked into a pocket, tied with ribbon, and rediscovered later.

The Very Valentine Mini Trifold Folio is a little Valentine treasure designed to bring charm, color, and soft vintage romance to your junk journal pages. This printable folio is a free junk journal download, created as a lovely companion to our Love’s Greeting Journal Papers and perfect for February crafting.

Very Valentine Mini Trifold Folio

With gentle florals, faded script, and soft blush and blue tones, this mini folio feels right at home in a Valentine journal, happy mail project, or memory-keeping spread.

What’s Included in the Freebie

This printable junk journal freebie includes 4 coordinating pages, thoughtfully designed to work together:

  • A mini trifold folio base (inside & outside)
  • Coordinating panels with vintage florals and romantic textures
  • Soft Valentine-inspired colors that mix beautifully with other seasonal kits
  • A finished size that’s perfect for tucking into journals, envelopes, or pockets

Simply print, cut, fold, and glue, then decorate to your heart’s content.

How to Use the Very Valentine Mini Trifold Folio

This little folio may be mini, but it’s wonderfully versatile. Try using it as:

  • A tucked-in journal insert
  • A hidden writing spot for love notes or reflections
  • A Valentine ephemera holder
  • A sweet addition to happy mail or swaps
  • A layered accent in junk journals, altered books, or planners

Dress it up with lace, buttons, stamps, or snippets, or keep it simple and let the papers shine.

Watch the Mini Folio Come Together

I’ve shared a fast-speed, music-only video showing how this mini trifold folio comes together from start to finish. It’s perfect for a quick dose of crafting inspiration and gives you a feel for the folds and final shape.

A Sweet Match for Love’s Greeting Journal Papers

This freebie was designed to coordinate beautifully with the Love’s Greeting Journal Papers, making it easy to mix and match elements across your Valentine projects. Together, they create a soft, romantic foundation for February journaling and paper crafting.

Download the Freebie

The Very Valentine Mini Trifold Folio is available as a free printable download, ready for you to enjoy.

Print at home, grab your scissors and glue, and settle in for a little Valentine journaling magic.

Download Very Valentine Mini Trifold Folio

Happy crafting, always —
Jenny 💕
The Happy Handicrafter

If you enjoyed this little Valentine project, be sure to explore our full Junk Journal Freebies collection here on the blog. It’s a growing library of printable paper treasures from tags and folios to journal pages and ephemera, all created to spark cozy creativity and vintage-inspired journaling magic. Each freebie is designed to mix and match beautifully, so you can build your stash, experiment freely, and enjoy the simple joy of crafting with paper, one sweet project at a time.

Ever After romantic junk journal papers printable collection

Romantic Junk Journal Papers – Ever After

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Romantic junk journal papers are at the heart of the Ever After collection. A soft, vintage-inspired paper set created for storytellers, journal keepers, and lovers of gently aged beauty. Handwritten love letters, faded roses, and timeworn parchment inspire these pages, giving them the feeling of treasured keepsakes.

Each page feels like a treasured find inside a keepsake box. Soft parchment textures, drifting petals, and delicate script leave open spaces that invite you to write your own story.
From writing-friendly lined pages to richly layered vintage backgrounds, Ever After balances beauty with usability. It’s perfect for journaling, layering, and slow creative moments.

vintage romantic junk journal papers for journaling

Romantic Junk Journal Papers with a Vintage Touch

These romantic junk journal papers invite you to print, write, and layer freely. They offer a quiet foundation for love stories, memories, and creative moments that unfold slowly.

What’s Included in This Romantic Paper Collection?

  • 20 romantic, vintage-inspired journal papers
  • A mix of decorative feature pages, writing-friendly designs, and neutral backings
  • Soft roses, petals, handwritten script, music notes, and parchment textures
  • Designed for junk journaling, altered books, and memory keeping
Ever After romantic junk journal papers printable collection

A Note from My Craft Desk

Ever After is one of those collections that grew slowly and intentionally refined until it felt just right. I hope these papers become part of journals you cherish, revisit, and fill over time with words that matter.

For stories written softly… and kept forever.

If you’re newer to working with digital papers, you may find our guide on using printable digital kits for junk journals especially helpful. It walks through simple ways to print and resize papers. You’ll also learn how to layer and combine them so they feel right at home in a handmade journal. It’s a lovely companion read as you begin working with the Ever After pages.

If Ever After feels like a collection meant for your journal, you’ll find the full paper pack available now in the shop. These pages invite you to print, write on, and layer freely. They become a quiet companion for love letters, memories, and stories still unfolding.

Take your time. Let the pages choose you.

If you’d like to see how others use these romantic junk journal papers, or share your own Ever After pages, you’re always welcome in our Vintage Vibes & Handmade Treasures Facebook group. It’s a cozy space for journal makers and paper crafters to connect, share inspiration, and celebrate handmade creativity together.

A Romantic Tall Journal Kit: Ooo La La Paris

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There’s something timeless about Paris on paper — the faded ink, the elegant lettering, the florals tucked beside handwritten notes. Ooo La La Paris was created to capture that feeling: a romantic, vintage-inspired tall journal kit designed for pages that tell quiet, beautiful stories.

This printable collection brings together antique French ephemera, lace details, soft florals, and timeworn paper textures that feel as though they’ve been gathered slowly, one treasure at a time.

Ooo La La Paris Tall Journal Kit

Inspired by Vintage Parisian Ephemera

The heart of Ooo La La Paris lies in the charm of old-world French paper goods — perfume labels, handwritten notes, fashion illustrations, music sheets, and softly aged backgrounds. The palette is gentle and romantic, blending blush pinks, parchment neutrals, muted greens, and faded ink tones that feel both elegant and approachable.

Each page is layered with care, offering visual interest without overwhelming your journal spreads. These are papers meant to be written on, layered, and loved.

What’s Included in the Ooo La La Paris Tall Journal Kit

This kit includes 12 printable pages, thoughtfully designed to work together as a cohesive whole:

9 Decorative Journal Papers

Romantic Paris-inspired backgrounds featuring florals, lace textures, vintage typography, and softly distressed details. Perfect for full-page spreads, writing pages, or collage foundations.

3 Coordinating Ephemera Pages

A curated selection of tags, labels, tickets, and decorative elements that layer seamlessly with the journal papers — ideal for pockets, tuck spots, and embellishing your pages.

All pages are designed in a tall journal format, making them especially lovely for tall junk journals, traveler’s notebooks, altered books, and vertical layouts.

Designed for Tall Junk Journals & Elegant Pages

The tall format of Ooo La La Paris gives your pages a graceful flow that feels different from standard journal layouts. These papers shine in projects where height and layering add drama and elegance — from Paris-themed journals to memory keeping and creative storytelling.

If you enjoy building journals that feel refined, romantic, and a little nostalgic, this format offers so much creative freedom.

A Lovely Companion to Faded Ink & Blush

Ooo La La Paris pairs beautifully with Faded Ink & Blush, a coordinating journal paper pack created with softer, writing-friendly backgrounds and timeworn textures. Together, they offer the perfect balance of decorative charm and calm journaling space — ideal for creating cohesive Paris-inspired projects.

Faded Ink & Blush Journal Papers

Creative Ways to Use This Paris Junk Journal Kit

  • Build a Paris-themed junk journal or traveler’s notebook
  • Use the ephemera to create pockets, tags, and layered clusters
  • Add romantic flair to altered books or handmade albums
  • Create collage spreads with vintage French charm
  • Mix with other floral or vintage-inspired collections for unique layouts

A Gentle Invitation

If Parisian charm and paper with a past make your creative heart flutter, Ooo La La Paris – Tall Journal Kit is waiting for you. Whether you’re crafting a themed journal, layering romantic details into your pages, or enjoying a quiet moment of creativity, this collection was made to inspire slow, thoughtful journaling.

You’ll find Ooo La La Paris available now in the shop as an instant digital download — ready whenever inspiration strikes. And if you’d like more vintage-inspired paper treasures, cozy crafting ideas, and new releases delivered straight to your inbox, I’d love to welcome you to the newsletter.

From my desk to yours —
Happy crafting, always. 🌸

Bluebird Parlor Journal Collection

Bluebird Parlor Journal Collection

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There’s a certain hush that settles over a room filled with afternoon light — lace curtains stirring, pressed flowers tucked between pages, letters saved simply because they felt special. That quiet, tender feeling is the heart of Bluebird Parlor, a vintage-inspired junk journal collection created to invite slow crafting, layered storytelling, and moments of creative calm.

This release brings together the entire Bluebird Parlor collection in one beautifully cohesive offering. Each piece was designed to work in harmony, allowing you to move effortlessly from journaling to planning, layering to storytelling — all wrapped in soft blues, delicate florals, graceful birds, and gently timeworn textures.

Bluebird Parlor Journal Paper Pack

At the foundation of the collection is the Bluebird Parlor Journal Paper Pack, a set of 34 coordinating printable papers. You’ll find a thoughtful balance of decorative collage-style pages, writing-friendly designs, and neutral backing papers that layer beautifully together. Powdery blue florals, butterflies, lace details, subtle ledger elements, and softly aged backgrounds make these papers perfect for junk journals, altered books, scrapbooking, and all kinds of paper-crafted keepsakes.

Bluebird Parlor Planner Pages

The Bluebird Parlor Planner Pages carry the same romantic aesthetic into a more functional space. This 12-page printable pack offers writing-friendly layouts accented with gentle florals, lace textures, and vintage details that never overpower your plans. Designed for planners, hybrid journaling systems, and creative organization, these pages make everyday planning feel calm, intentional, and beautifully connected to your journaling practice.

Bluebird Parlor Ephemera Kit

The Bluebird Parlor Ephemera Kit is where the storytelling truly comes alive. Filled with printable journal cards, tags, tickets, labels, faux postage, and fussy cut elements, this kit adds depth and character to every page. Each piece feels like a small paper treasure — perfect for tucking into pockets, anchoring collage spreads, or adding quiet detail to journals, folios, cards, and memory books.

Bluebird Parlor Folio Kit

For those who love interactive details, the Bluebird Parlor Folio Kit offers foldable elements designed to create pockets, tuck spots, and hidden journaling spaces. Inspired by antique stationery folders and timeworn keepsakes, this kit adds dimension and movement while maintaining the soft, vintage charm of the collection. It’s ideal for feature pages, layered inserts, or special sections within a larger journal.

Soft blues, delicate florals, birds, butterflies, lace textures, and gently aged paper details weave through every piece, making it easy to build cohesive spreads without overthinking the process.

Where to Find It

One Collection, Endless Possibilities

Whether you choose to work with a single pack or gather the entire Bluebird Parlor collection, each piece was created to layer seamlessly and support your creative flow. From romantic junk journals and memory keeping to planners, folios, and handmade gifts, this collection is meant to be revisited again and again — a familiar parlor you return to whenever your hands need paper, and your heart needs quiet.

The Bluebird Parlor Collection is now available as individual kits and as a complete bundled set in the shop. I can’t wait to see the stories you tell with it.

If you’re part of our Club Memberships, you’ll be happy to know that Bluebird Parlor is also available as a January member collection. Club members receive access to coordinated pieces of this collection through their respective tiers, making it easy to enjoy these soft blues, delicate florals, and vintage paper treasures as part of your monthly creative rhythm. As a small thank-you for being part of the club, members also receive a 15% discount on our Etsy shop, perfect for gathering any additional pieces that catch your eye.

Whether you’re planning a romantic junk journal, adding a new section to an altered book, or simply enjoying a quiet creative afternoon, Bluebird Parlor was made to be a gentle companion — one you can return to again and again.

Thank you, always, for being here and crafting alongside me.
From my desk to yours — happy crafting.

Vintage Letterhead Junk Journal Freebie

Vintage Letterhead Junk Journal Freebie

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This Vintage Letterhead + Inchies, Twinchies & Labels Freebie is not a brand-new design, but it is new to our website — lovingly moved from the Ko-fi shop so all of our paper treasures can live together in one cozy place.

Inside this printable collection, you’ll find a curated assortment of antique-style letterhead fragments paired with petite embellishments designed for layering, trimming, and tucking wherever your journal needs a little extra soul.

vintage letterhead junk journal freebie

What’s Included in the Freebie

This freebie is delivered as a JPG ZIP file, making it easy to print, resize, and use across many projects. Inside, you’ll discover:

  • A selection of vintage-inspired letterhead papers
  • Coordinating inchies (1” x 1”) for tiny details
  • Twinchies (2” x 2”) are perfect for clusters and pockets
  • An assortment of labels ideal for journaling spots, dates, or titles

The designs feature aged paper tones, handwritten scripts, ledger lines, stamps, and classic typography — all softly worn, as if time itself brushed across the surface.

How to Use These Pieces in Your Journals

These little paper treasures are wonderfully versatile. Here are a few gentle ideas to spark your creativity:

  • Layer inchies and twinchies into collage clusters
  • Use labels as journal prompts or quiet captions
  • Tuck letterhead strips into pockets and envelopes
  • Create belly bands, flips, or faux correspondence
  • Print on vellum or lightweight cardstock for extra texture

They pair beautifully with botanical journals, correspondence-themed spreads, vintage ephemera collections, and neutral backgrounds where subtle detail truly shines.

How to Download This Freebie

Downloading this freebie is simple and cozy — just the way we like it.

  1. Scroll down to the download section of this blog post.
  2. Click the download button to access the freebie.
  3. A ZIP file containing JPG pages will download directly to your device.
  4. Unzip the file, then print and craft to your heart’s content.

Printing Tip:
For best results, print on matte photo paper or lightweight cardstock. These pieces also look lovely printed at smaller sizes for delicate layering and collage work.

This freebie is for personal use only and is meant to be enjoyed, shared in projects, and treasured in your handmade journals.

Vintage Letterhead Junk Journal Freebie

A New Home for Familiar Paper Treasures

As we gradually transition all our freebies from Ko-fi to the website, this space is becoming a little library of printable goodness — easier to browse, easier to revisit, and always ready whenever inspiration strikes.

If you’ve downloaded this set before, welcome back to an old favorite. If it’s new to you, I hope these vintage papers find a happy home in your journals, planners, and creative experiments.

From my desk to yours — happy crafting, always.

Pretty in Pink & Purple Journal Paper Pack

Pretty in Pink & Purple: A Gentle New Journal Paper Release

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Some collections arrive with a whisper rather than a flourish — and Pretty in Pink & Purple is very much one of those quiet, lovely moments.

This new 13-paper journal paper pack is now available in both our Etsy shop and Creative Fabrica store, and it’s filled with soft florals, vintage charm, and the kind of colors that feel like pressed roses tucked inside an old book.

Pretty in Pink & Purple Journal Paper Pack

A Soft Floral Story in Pink & Purple

Pretty in Pink & Purple was designed for slower crafting days — the kind where you pull out your favorite glue stick, flip through your scraps, and let the papers guide the story. The palette leans into blush pinks, gentle purples, and romantic vintage tones, inspired by antique wallpapers, watercolor botanicals, and well-loved journals from another time.

Inside the pack, you’ll find a harmonious mix of:

  • Floral patterns with roses and botanical motifs
  • Subtle stripes and polka dots for layering and balance
  • Soft, feminine designs that pair beautifully with ephemera

Each page was created to mix and match easily, making this pack wonderfully versatile for both full journal spreads and small tucked-away details.

Perfect for Gentle, Vintage-Inspired Crafting

These papers shine as:

  • Junk journal backgrounds
  • Altered book pages
  • Scrapbook layouts
  • Envelope liners and pockets
  • Collage bases and soft layering pieces

Whether you’re creating a romantic spread, a shabby chic journal, or simply want a soothing floral background to build upon, Pretty in Pink & Purple offers that calm, comforting foundation.

What’s Included in the Pack

  • 13 printable journal papers
  • Coordinated pink & purple color palette
  • Vintage floral, stripe, and polka dot designs
  • High-resolution 300 DPI JPG files
  • Print-at-home friendly for personal crafting

This is a digital download, so you can print your favorites again and again for your creative projects.

Now Available in the Shop

Pretty in Pink & Purple is now available here:

  • Etsy — perfect if you love browsing handmade-inspired collections
  • Creative Fabrica — ideal for adding to your growing digital paper library

However you choose to shop, I hope this collection finds its way into a journal that feels special to you.

From my desk to yours, may these soft florals bring a little calm, beauty, and vintage sweetness to your creative time 🌸

Happy Handicrafting, always.

vintage christmas labels

Vintage Christmas Labels – A Festive Freebie

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There’s something about Christmas that invites us to slow down, light a candle, and savor the little details that make the season special. A ribbon tied just so. A label hand-cut and inked at the edges. A tag carrying a few heartfelt words. Together, these small touches bring the magic of handmade traditions to life — and that’s precisely what inspired this week’s freebie.

As a holiday gift to pair with A Victorian Christmas Tale, I’ve created the Vintage Christmas Labels Freebie — two printable sheets of antique-style labels that look as if they’ve been tucked away in a beloved stationery drawer for generations. Each piece feels softly aged and timeworn, with curling edges, faint handwriting, and a gentle patina of gold and holly.

These labels were made to coordinate beautifully with the A Victorian Christmas Tale collection. However, they also stand perfectly on their own. You can use them to embellish journal spreads, seal envelopes, or decorate handmade cards and Christmas tags. Try layering them onto collage pages, creating faux postage, or printing them on sticker paper for an instant touch of old-world charm.

These labels also pair wonderfully with tea-stained paper, lace trims, or embossed accents. Whether you’re crafting a holiday keepsake or wrapping a small gift by the fireplace, these printable treasures will help you capture the warmth and wonder of Christmas past. ✨

🕯️ What You’ll Receive:

• 2 printable pages of Vintage Christmas Labels (JPG, 300 DPI)
• Coordinates with A Victorian Christmas Tale
• Perfect for junk journaling, cardmaking, and cozy holiday crafts

vintage christmas labels

🎄 Download your freebie below and let your imagination wander back to an era of handwritten greetings, flickering candles, and paper treasures made by hand and heart.

Download Now!

May it bring candlelight warmth and a touch of creative joy to your desk this season.

From my desk to yours — happy crafting and warm Christmas wishes,
Jenny

P.S. If you’re in the mood for even more festive paper goodness, be sure to scoop up the Christmas Slotted Pocket & Tags freebie as well. It’s a charming vintage-style pocket with seven little tags to tuck inside—perfect for layering into your December spreads or adding a sweet surprise to any holiday project. You’ll find the download waiting on the blog, ready to bring a bit of Christmassy magic to your craft desk.

My Gothic Romance Collection

Love Letters & Lace: Introducing the My Gothic Romance Collection

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Step into a world of candlelit pages, crumbling love letters, and velvet-trimmed memory. The My Gothic Romance collection was made for the romantics, the writers, the daydreamers — for anyone who’s ever tucked a pressed flower between the pages of a journal and called it magic.

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This vintage-inspired printable series weaves together moody florals, tea-stained textures, handwritten script, wax seals, and ornate Victorian flourishes. Whether you’re layering ephemera, stitching pages, or building an entire journal from scratch, My Gothic Romance invites you to tell your own story in ink and paper.

Here’s what’s included in this heart-soaked collection:

📜 1. Mini Journal Papers Pack

A hauntingly beautiful set of 9 printable pages designed to be folded and sewn into a pocket-sized book of secrets. Perfect for love notes, quiet reflections, or tucked-away inspiration.

  • Designed to fold to 4.25″ x 5.5″ mini pages
  • Rich textures, aged paper, wax seals, and romantic layers
  • Double-sided use with writing space and decorative spreads

✨ Ideal for: handmade journals, tuck-ins, stitched signatures

My Gothic Romance Mini Journal Papers

📏 2. Tall, Skinny Journal Papers Pack

A dramatic and elegant set of 20 portrait-style pages, including 18 vertical journal pages and 2 coordinating tall tag sheets. These papers are made for moments when your creativity needs a bit of flourish and flair.

  • Perfect for slim folios, inserts, and tall journals
  • Includes lined pages, statement designs, and painterly overlays
  • Coordinated tags for cutting and layering

✨ Ideal for: altered file folders, skinny journals, bookmarks, and vertical layouts

My Gothic Romance Tall, Skinny Journal Papers

✂️ 3. Ephemera & Embellishments Pack

The heart of the collection — 14 pages of printable tags, envelopes, labels, fussy cuts, and backing papers to layer your journals with gothic charm.

  • 3 painterly backing pages
  • 3 decorative envelopes with fold lines
  • Fussy cuts with roses, wax seals, antique keys, and more
  • Labels, tags, and journal cards in romantic palettes

✨ Ideal for: snippet rolls, layered journal spreads, happy mail, collage work

My Gothic Romance Ephemera
My Gothic Romance Ephemera & Embellishments

Whether you use each pack individually or bring them all together into one dramatic junk journal, the My Gothic Romance collection was handmade for creative souls who love their paper treasures with a little lace, a little mystery, and a whole lot of heart.

You can now find all three packs in:
🛒 The Ko-fi Shop
🛍️ Etsy
🎨 Creative Fabrica

What will you create with My Gothic Romance?
We’d love to see your paper magic! Tag us @thehappyhandicrafter on Instagram or share your creations in The Happy Handicrafter Facebook Group.

From my desk to yours — happy crafting always.
🕯 Jenny