Junk Journaling

Welcome to Junk Journaling With Awesome Art!

Come join Awesome Art! (non-religious) at the Art House at Central Christian Church on Saturday November 22, 2025 from 11 AM- 12.30 PM (Central Time) for a fun-filled 1.5 hour of creative exploration.

Inspired by the book A Year of Junk Journaling- Creative Prompts To Transform Scraps Of Your Life Into Art. Get ready to unleash your inner artist as we explore the world of junk journaling. No experience in necessary.

Bring your favorite art supplies and get ready to let your creativity flow. We'll provide guidance, inspiration, materials and plenty of space in a lovely naturally lit space at The Sanctuary For The Arts for you to create your own masterpiece while connecting with fellow Junk Journalists. Bring your own journal or purchase a thrifted one from us.

Included: materials and vintage ephemera curated and specially selected from Austin Creative Reuse. https://austincreativereuse.org

More on Junk Journaling:

• Uses "junk" materials: The core concept is using items that would normally be discarded, such as old magazines, used gift wrappers, tickets, and even interesting packaging, to form the pages and decorations of the journal.
• Creative and low-pressure: Junk journaling is a low-stakes way to experiment with art, collage, and writing without the pressure of perfection. It's about having fun and being creative with whatever you have on hand.
• Personalized: Each journal is unique and reflects the creator's personality, experiences, and interests, such as travel, memories, or art projects.
• Incorporates various materials: You can add layers of different papers and materials, include pockets to hold small items like seashells or notes, and combine collage with writing or drawing.
• No rules: There are no strict rules for what can or cannot be included, allowing for a wide range of creative freedom. You can use it as a sketchbook, a place to record thoughts and memories, or a way to simply practice your artistic skills.
• Can have themes: While not necessary, many people choose a theme to help focus their creativity, such as a specific color palette or a topic like flowers or travel.

Health Benefits of Hobbies

Hobbies have been found to have both psychological and physical health benefits.

One study found that those who engage in physical leisure activities for at least 20 minutes once a week are less susceptible to fatigue. Other research found that enjoyable activities performed during leisure time were associated with lower blood pressure, total cortisol, waist circumference, body mass index, and perceptions of better physical function. Such activities were also correlated with higher levels of positive psychosocial states and lower levels of depression and negative effects.