Originally, I bought a bound notebook, but I quickly realized that that just wasn't going to work. You see, I am obsessed with my writing, and if my printing doesn't just look right, I have a tendency to throw the paper away. Hey, we all have our pecularities, don't we? Anyway, besides journaling, I also wanted to collect receipts and other memorabilia along the way, and this led me to think about envelopes...
So, of course, I searched online and found this fantastic accordion envelope book tutorial! I bought envelopes at my local Dollar Store, printed off a photo of the Statue of Liberty, used some stickers to make a title, and then tied the whole book together with black grosgrain ribbon. Hopefully, when I return, my travel journal will be loaded with goodies to share with you!
heather, are you kidding me!?! this is fabulous!! love the envelopes (never seen any cool looking envelopes like this at MY dollar store) and love the embellishments you did! way to go, sweet friend and have fun on your break!!
ReplyDeleteHeather,
ReplyDeleteThat is fantastic, so cute! How crafty you are! That should be perfect for your trip. Have a good one, you are heading into a "cooker", it's been sooooo hot back here! On the news the other night it said the place to get away from the heat was S.Cal!
Will be looking forward to hearing about your trip!
Rebecca
That is very clever! But I'm jealous. Can't you just swing by Tennessee and pick me up? haha Have a great, fun, and safe trip!!!
ReplyDeleteBrilliant idea! Have a wonderful trip. Take lots of pics. We'll miss you.
ReplyDeleteThat is a cool idea! Have a wonderful and safe trip...
ReplyDeleteHappy Anniversary!!!
Cindy
This is a perfect comment on your amazing creativity...so cleaver and cute, wish I would have had something like this to take to France. I know that you are going to have a wonderful time filling up all of these envelopes. Bon Voyage!
ReplyDeleteHeather - have fun! maybe you should make a little fan before you go, so you can keep cool in the sweltering heat! When I traveled to Italy (the summers are unbelievably hot; especially for a gal that lives near the ocean fog!) I kept a small scarf that was bigger than a handkerchief in my daybag and got it wet whenever I would see a water fountain! it helped a LOT! and I sweat - Stephanie's ballet instructor used to tell the girls, "you don't sweat, you GLISTEN"... can't wait to see your ticket stubs, ephemera, maps, photos etc... Have a FABULOUS time!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic idea!
ReplyDeleteHave loads of fun in NY!!!
See ya when you get back!
Blessings
Robin
I don't need to say have an amazing trip..you're going to NY! It just IS amazing! Take tons of pictures and enjoy every minute of it! Haven't been there since I was 21 but I loved everything about it and still can't wait to go back! Be safe and fill up that fabulous journal!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh I love it. WOuldn't that a great gift for someone going on a trip. YOu can make your book as you travel. Love it.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful idea! Have a great trip. you will love New York.
ReplyDeleteKathy
That is so cute!! I love it I should make one for our upcoming trip what a great way to save and remember the experience....Enjoy your trip ~Love Heather
ReplyDeleteThis is such a cute idea, Heather! You did a terrific job with the embellishment. It's going to be SO much more fun to use this, rather than a plain old notebook.
ReplyDeleteHave a fun and safe trip. By the way, I'm visiting from your mom's blog. ;)
Blessings,
Liz @ the Brambleberry Cottage
http://thebrambleberrycottage.blogspot.com/
I love it Heather!!! Have a safe fun trip!!
ReplyDeleteHow cute is that?!! Have a wonderful trip! Hopefully it won't be too hot when you go- (unless you are there right now, because it is in the 90s today.) Anyway, please give a full report when you return!
ReplyDelete-Shelley
make happy memories. Hugs!
ReplyDeleteSo cool Heather..I've never thought of using envelopes. Have a fun trip..I look forward to reading all about it!
ReplyDeleteThat is probably the coolest project I have seen this summer. I am going to have to steal that for my trip later this summer.
ReplyDeleteLove the travel book...great idea.
ReplyDeleteSafe traveling - make lots of memories and I hope you'll share stories and pictures when you return!!
Very good idea, love it and have a nice time in NY, blessings Catherine
ReplyDeleteOh Heather,
ReplyDeleteWAGI! (What a great idea) Love the idea, thanks for sharing the tutorial. Hope you had a wonderful time in NY. Ooooh, and hope the skunk smell and your allergies are gone by now too :-) Have a wonderful weekend.
Hugs and Kisses,
♥Ana
Have a GREAT TRIP!!!
ReplyDeletexo Jeanne.
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