Garden Memories Multi-Functional Pocket with Belly Band - In the SWEET Meadow Journal
Welcome back to the In the SWEET Meadow journal!
In today's episode of Creative Belly Band Ideas, we're creating a beautiful multi-functional pocket that combines several interactive elements into one layered piece. A decorative belly band becomes part of the design while also holding removable ephemera, hidden writing space, and an envelope tucked neatly into the composition.
As this journal continues to grow, I find myself enjoying the quiet beauty of these soft florals and vintage garden papers. This interactive piece feels right at home among the pages, offering plenty of space for journaling while inviting you to discover each layer as you explore.
Whether you're making the In the SWEET Meadow journal alongside me or simply collecting interactive ideas for future journals, I hope this project inspires you to look at belly bands in a whole new way.
Thank you so much for spending a little creative time with me today.
Happy creating,
Cara-Renee | B.Reborn Art & Healing
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Kits used in creating this project. I made many samples, if you are interested in those papers, let me know and I will help you.
Pink Monarch Prints – Meadow and Manuscript Kit - https://www.etsy.com/listing/4540937298/meadow-and-manuscript-printable-kit-58?ref=shop_home_feat_1&pro=1&dd=1&logging_key=3a85037564a91605083f259b5fc477f3c90314c9%3A4540937298
Other basic supplies:
Paper trimmer – Stampin Up Trimmer – https://www.stampinup.com/products/paper-trimmer
Scissors – Fiskars - https://www.amazon.com/Fiskars-Everyday-Softgrip-Titanium-Scissors/dp/B0C8BPY957/ref=sr_1_43
Corner rounder / corner punches - https://www.amazon.com/ ， Envelope-Puncher ， -Laminate-Projects-Scrapbooking/dp/B08VHGLBPT/ref=sr_1_1_sspa
Barely Arts glue - https://www.amazon.com/Bearly-Art-Precision-Craft-Glue/dp/B088NN5GD8/ref=sr_1_2_sspa
Fabri-Tac - https://www.amazon.com/Beacon-Fabri-Tac-Permanent-Adhesive-BOTTLE/dp/B00PCD47FO/ref=sr_1_7
Ink – Vintage Photo Archival Ink Reinker – https://www.amazon.com/Ranger-ARD51121-Designer-Archival-Re-Inkers/dp/B01EN1YLAG/ref=sr_1_1_pp
DIY Ink Pad - https://www.amazon.com/Ranger-AIP48077-Empty-Archival-Pad-Empty/dp/B016A88EAI/ref=sr_1_1_pp
Blending tool or sponge – I use a nail file block – Just cut a square off - https://www.amazon.com/Buffers-Smoother-Polisher-Fingernail-Shinning/dp/B0CLXGPLQL/ref=sr_1_2_sspa
