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 How To Create A Gratitude Journal 1




There is more than one way to create a gratitude journal. The point is not what you use, but the point is to get started. Itis like any other habit that you cultivate, Once you get started it will become a habit that you will enjoy, and it will enhance your life in many ways.

Let's start with the journal itself, You can purchase a gratitude journal, specifically made to record your daily thanks for the blessings of the day. many of these journals are made for Christian women. If you like this type of format, go with it. They are easy to use and most often well worth the money.

Another option would be to use a journal that is basically a book that has a cover and some blank pages. This is a nice option because you have plenty of room to write as much as you want. You can also add bits of artwork in the form of embellishments, doodles and other artistic additions, This type of gratitude journal would be for someone more creative and who enjoys expressing themselves.

Your journal can be a simple college ruled notebook or a composition notebook. It is not the quality of the journal that matters. It is what is written inside.

You can also create your own gratitude journal and that is what we are focusing on today. 


Creating Your Own Gratitude Journal

Creating A Gratitude Journal In A Binder


One of the easiest ways to create a gratitude journal is the binder method, You use a binder with free downloadable gratitude journal pages. We have included some free downloadable links at the bottom of the post to help you get started. The nice thing about this type of journal is that you can expand it as wide as you want it without having to buy more journals. It is very cost effective. You can get a nice binder for very reasonable prices. Then all you need is a printer, some printer paper and a whole punch. 

More Tips For Binder Gratitude Journals

  • Protect your pages with page protectors. You can get a box of these very reasonably. 
  • Use dividers for the months of the year.
  • Keep one copy of your format and print copies as you need them.

Making Your Own Gratitude Journal From Scratch

One of the most creative ways to make a gratitude journal is to make it from scratch. To me, this is one way that I can express myself to glorify and personalize the things that I want to express to God i my daily journaling. We are going to make this very simple for you. You do not have to understand or do any bookbinding at all. With just a few supplies that you may have at home or can purchase for very little cost at all, you can get started making your own gratitude journal.



Decorating A Composition Book

You can decorate a composition book in lots of different ways. I love using these as my gratitude journals. They are cost effective, easy and fun to decorate and there is plenty of room to write. Here are a few supplies you may need to create your composition gratitude journal

Supplies: a composition notebook, Mod Podge or other decoupage medium. a brayer, paint brushes-foam or paint brushes, acrylic paint, scrapbook paper, glitter paper, gesso, tissue paper, ruler and scissors, letter stickers, other embellishment

  • Cover them with scrapbook paper. If you do not have scrapbook paper, you can find sheets of scrapbook paper in craft stores like JoAnn's, Hobby lobby and Michaels. You can also find them online. There is an endless variety of papers to choose from. Cut and measure one strip for the binding then two pieces for the book covers. I like to use Mod Podge to glue them down. Use an even coat of glue. Start with the strip for the binding. Then cover your front and back. Once the glue is Dry. Use coats of Mod Podge to cover the front and back of your composition book. This makes the book permanent. Do the back first. Allow it to dry 20 minutes. before you cover the front of the book, add a title and any decor that you would like. You can use letter stickers to create a title.
  • Paint over the cover with acrylic paints. use the inexpensive craft paints that you often find in your craft stores and online for under $2. All you need is a paint brush. If you would like to make it even better, start with a coating of gesso. Gesso is like a primer for acrylic paint.Do as many coats or designs as you would like
  • Cover with contact paper. You can often find contact paper in your local dollar store. Cut the contact paper and cover your composition book.
  • Cover your journal with tissue paper. This is so easy and fub to do. You just rip pieces of tissue paper and glue them onto your composition book. Use a foam or regular paint brush, Dip it into a puddle of Mod Podge then cover the spot with the glue, Place the tissue paper over the glue and cover it with more decoupage medium. When the cover is dry. Cover it with more Mod Podge to seal the paper

Gratitude Composition Book Tips

  • Make sure to apply an even coat of Mod Podge or decoupage medium. 
  • Apply the Mod Podge to the fronts and backs separately.
  • Allow 20-30 minutes for each coat of medium to dry.
  • Make sure to follow the cure time listed on the bottle before you start using your journal
  • Customize your journal with sequins, letters, buttons and other embellishments.
  • Most of all have fun!


We will be sharing more ideas on creating a gratitude journal in our next post. We hope that you will consider journaling your gratitude every day! Good Bless you! Hope your day is blessed with joy and love.




Printable Gratitude Journal Pages

Free Gratitude Journal

We have included some products that will help you create a gratitude journal. There may be a commission earned (at no expense to you) All earnings from this site go to Samaritan's Purse.
 


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