55+ Creative Journaling Supplies: The Ultimate List Of Materials For A Tricked Out Journaling Kit!
Last Updated on 01/02/2023 by Nicky
Creative Journaling Supplies For Beginners
Journaling is an amazing tool to improve your health in all areas of your life!
It can help you with weight loss, planning your financial future, connecting with God on a deeper level, and boosting your mental health.
If you are interested in getting started then let’s explore all of the journaling supplies you will need and want to have on your new creative journey!
We will cover:
- What journaling is
- The best place to buy journaling supplies
- The most basic journaling supplies you need
- The ultimate list of journaling supplies for the most artistic journal ever
– What Is Journaling?
Journaling can be as basic as just writing out your feelings in a plain old spiral notebook or as artsy as drawing out your own bullet journal.
At the end of the day, journaling is simply just writing in a journal but it can be as simple or as elaborate as you want.
That’s why today I’ll show you basic supplies and then some extra special supplies that you don’t have to have but will help make your journal as unique as you are.
– Best Place To Buy Journaling Supplies
I could be more creative and come up with another place to get journaling supplies but let’s face it…Amazon really is the best place to get the pens, journals, paints, and all of the other journaling stuff you might want.
Of course, you don’t have to get all of these journaling materials that I’m going to mention today.
What I suggest you do is make a list of the things that you are interested in and get them over time. Or if you want to go for broke…then go for it! I won’t judge!
– The Basic Stuff: What You Absolutely Need To Start Journaling
These are the things you will absolutely need to make journaling work for you:
1) Some Sort Of Paper Medium
There are several options here. You can use any type of journal or notebook you want depending on your budget but there are other options as I’ll discuss later.
If you decide to get a journal or a notebook, I would suggest choosing a cover with a color or design that makes you smile when you see it.
Below is an example of a simple journal you could choose. It definitely makes me happy when I see it.
She Will Not Fall Spiral Notebook/Journal
You want your journal to be your happy place even if everything you write in it isn’t all that happy.
Another option is journaling printables or printed journaling pages.
You might be wondering what those are so let me explain.
When you buy, say, a spiral notebook or journal on Amazon, more than likely all of the pages will be blank unless you ordered a specialized or guided journal. But printable journal pages are different.
Say you were looking for a Bible study journal. I have some in my shop and they have calendars, prayer request pages, reflection pages, pages to write your favorite Bible verses, and more.
In other words, instead of staring at blank pages, printable journaling pages allow you to be creative while still offering some sense of structure to your journal.
You can look at an example of a Bible study journal printables below:
2) Writing Utensils Of Some Sort
And of course, you’ve got to have something to write with…amiwrite? (cheesy but I couldn’t resist).
I’m a pen fanatic but of course, you can use pencils.
My favorite basic pens are Pilot Frixion Pens.
And my favorite pencils are Papermate Clearpoint
Okay guys those are the very basics of what you’ll need to start journaling.
But if you want to be a little extra then let’s explore the ultimate list of journaling supplies!
– How To Choose What Kind Of Journal Is Best For You
You’ll pick your journaling paper medium based on what you plan to do with your journal.
If you just plan to write or draw in your journal then the kind of paper you choose is not as limiting.
However, if you plan to be more artistic and use paints in your journal, then you are going to need a paper that is of a heavier weight like canvas-type paper.
More on that in the Paper Stuff section, coming up later. Don’t worry…you’ll see what I’m talking about soon.
Now let’s dive into our epic list of journaling supplies and explore the possibilities!
– Ultimate List Of Journaling Supplies For Beginners
So like I said before, all you really need to start journaling are the basic items that I mentioned above.
But if you want to make journaling a serious hobby or even a business or side hustle then you will definitely want some of the items below!
Because there are so many journaling supplies, I’ve divided them into the following categories:
Artsy Stuff: Tools To Create An Art Journal
Binding Stuff: Tools To Bind Your Journal Pages Together
Colorful Stuff: Tools To Make Your Journal Look Like A Rainbow
Correcting Stuff: Tools To Correct Your Mistakes
Designing Stuff: Online Tools To Create Your Own Journal Pages
Learning Stuff: Tools To Learn How To Journal
Measuring Stuff: Tools To Make Beautifully Precise Shapes
Paper Stuff: Tools To Create The Journal Itself
Sharp Stuff: Tools To Cut, Trim, & Punch
Sticky Stuff: Tools To Paste & Glue Your Journal Elements
Storage Stuff: Tools To Store Your Other Tools
Tech Stuff: Tech Tools To Create & Print
Writing Stuff: Tools To Write & Draw
Some of the items I will provide an explanation as to how the item is used in journaling but some supplies are self-explanatory.
And with that being said…let’s jump right in!
– Artsy Stuff: ToolsTo Create An Art Journal
- Acrylic paint: Working with acrylic paint is so messy and so much fun! It’s amazing all of the different colors there are! Here is a beautiful acrylic paint kit you can try:
- Paintbrush: If you plan on doing some art journaling, you’ll definitely need some paintbrushes. I like this set because it has a carrying case with it:
- Watercolor paint: If you want to use some softer colored paint then watercolors would be perfect! You could try the ARTISTRO Watercolor Paint Set. And just look at this beautiful carrying case that comes with it!
ARTISTRO Watercolor Paint Set.
– Binding Stuff: Tools To Bind Your Pages Together
- Binder: If you plan on using journaling printables then you will need a binder to house and keep them together. I think this one is gorgeous:
Watercolor Floral 3-Ring Binder
- Binder clips: Use binder clips to hold similar journaling paper together. But you know we have to keep it cute even with our binder clips. These rose gold clips are adorable:
- Paper clips: And how about some rose gold paper clips to match:
- Ribbon: Bind your journal using these beautiful ribbons:
- Gesso: This is a paint/chalk mixture used as a binder to prepare paper for paint or any wet substance.
– Colorful Stuff: Tools To Make Your Journal Look Like A Rainbow
- Highlighters: Is there something you wrote that you want to stand out? Then use a highlighter to make that section of your journal more prominent. This set is so cute:
- Colored pencils:
Castle Art 72 Colored Pencils Set
- Colored pens:
Scribble Stuff Felt Tip Pens Markers
- Inks:
- Markers: Look at the colors…so gorg!
120 Colors Dual Tip Brush Pens
- Sharpies:
Sharpie S-Note Creative Markers
- Stamps:
– Correcting Stuff: Tools To Correct Your Mistakes
- Eraser:
Flower Bloom Cherry Blossom Rectangle Eraser
- Wite-out:
– Designing Stuff: Online Tools To Create Your Own Journal Pages
- Canva: This is an amazing program that you can use to create your own journaling pages. I use it all the time to create all sorts of graphics, pages, Pinterest pins, social media posts, and more. And best of all it’s free but it’s the pro version is my favorite. Check it out here!
- Powerpoint: This software probably needs no introduction but it’s possible that you didn’t know that you could use it to make journaling printables. You can look at it here: Powerpoint.
– Learning Stuff: Tools To Learn How To Journal
- Books:
Effortless Journaling: How to Start a Journal, Make It a Habit, and Find Endless Writing Topics
Journal with Purpose Layout Ideas 101
How to Bullet Plan: Everything You Need to Know About Journaling with Bullet Points
- Skillshare: Skillshare has thousands of classes that you can take for one low monthly fee. Even better they have hundreds of journaling classes. But wait there’s more…not only do they have journaling classes but they have classes for just about every creative endeavor you can imagine. Check it out here!
- Udemy: Udemy has journaling courses like How To Start Journaling For Personal Growth, Journaling For Self Discovery, Habit Journaling: How To Reach Any Goal and so much more! Click here to learn more!
– Measuring Stuff: Tools To Make Beautifully Precise Shapes
- Compass: Draw completely perfect circle designs in your journal with a compass like the one below!
- Circle maker: Or you can use a circle maker tool instead
Multifunctional Drawing Ruler, Springhall Angle, and Circle Maker
- Ruler:
- Stencil:
Journaling Stencils Set for Dotted Journals
– Paper Stuff: Tools To Create The Journal Itself
- Bullet/Dot grid journal:
ColorIt Circle Notebook Journal 5.8” x 8.2”
- Loose-leaf paper:
- Journal/Notebook:
With God All Things Mathew 19:26 Bible Verse Spiral Notebook
Strength and Dignity Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Verse Teal Faux Leather Journal
- Printables: My shop has printables you can use to fill your journaling binder. Check them out here: HAYC Shop
- Scrapbook paper: Beautify the pages of your journal with scrapbook paper like this:
Vintage Journaling Scrapbooking Material Paper
Sketchbook: Write, draw, and paint all in one book! I love these:
Cute Cat Journal Notebook Japanese Diary Sketchbook by Midori Yamada
- Waxed paper: If you decide to do an art journal with paint, you can use waxed paper to keep the journal pages from sticking together
– Sharp Stuff: Tools To Cut, Trim, & Punch
- 1 hole punch:
Bostitch inLIGHT Reduced Effort One-Hole Punch
- 3 Hole punch:
Bostitch Office EZ Squeeze 3-Hole Punch
- Craft knife:
Headley Tools Precision Craft Hobby Knife Set
- Scissors:
OfficeGoods Acrylic & Stainless Steel 9″ Scissors
- Trimmer:
Firbon A4 Paper Cutter 12 Inch Titanium Straight Paper Trimmer
– Sticky Stuff: Tools To Paste & Glue Your Journal Elements
- Double-sided tape:
- Glue stick:
Click Here To Buy Glue Sticks Pens
- Hot glue gun:
Click Here To Buy Magicfly Hot Glue Gun
- Modge podge:
- Post-it notes:
Click Here To Buy Post-it Notes Super Sticky Color Collection
- Stickers:
Click Here To Buy Aesthetic Stickers for Journaling
- Sticky label maker paper:
Click Here To Buy Koala Printable Glossy Sticker Label Paper
- Tabs:
- Washi tape:
Click Here To Buy Bearly Art Washi Tape Set
– Storage Stuff: Tools To Store Your Other Tools
- Binders:
Click Here To Buy ZAXMEY 3 Ring Binder 1 Inch
- Craft bag:
Click Here To Buy SCOUT Pocket Rocket, Large Tote
- Pencil storage:
Click Here To Buy Vintage Canvas Pen Pencil Case
– Tech Stuff: Tech Tools To Create & Print
- Cricut:
Click Here To Buy Cricut Explore 3 Machine
- Printer:
Click Here To Buy HP ENVY 6055e All-in-One Wireless Color Printer
- Pencil sharpener:
Click Here To Buy superPIG Cute Electric Pencil Sharpener
– Writing Stuff: Tools To Write & Draw
- Graphite pencils:
Click Here To Buy Staedtler Mars Lumograph Art Drawing Pencils
- Pens:
Click Here To Buy Uchida Le Pens Multicolor Set Point Pens
- Pencils:
June Gold 36 Assorted Colored 2.0 mm Mechanical Pencils
– What Journaling Supplies Are You Going To Get?
Phew, ya’ll…this is a behemoth of a list. And even as long as it is, I”m sure there are some supplies that I still missed.
But even still, I’m sure this is enough to get you started.
And once you have your journaling supplies, you can use them with the free journals and planners that I’m going to tell you about now…
– Would You Like To Use My Journals & Planners For Free?
I’ve talked a lot about journaling supplies in this post but now you need a way to use those tools.
Why not get started with the free journals below!?
You’ll get mini versions of our:
Joy Comes In The Mourning Grief Journal
Digital Bible Study Journal
New Year New You Digital Fitness Planner & Journal
Bloom & Grow Bible Study Journal
Weight Loss Starts In The Kitchen Printable Meal Planner
Proverbs Bible Study Journal
Creative Rest Mental Health Coloring Sheets
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