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JOURNALS by Lizbeth
A unique journal for a unique person.
Vintage junk journals, created from the history and personality of the person you're giving them to.
Handmade from old, recycled materials, and custom-made using a personality questionnaire.
The world of my journals
Vintage aesthetic
Each journal is inspired by the past.
Old or patinated papers, soft colors, traces of time deliberately preserved: vintage is not an effect, it is an atmosphere.
Nothing is smooth, nothing is industrial — each page already tells a story.
Carefully selected materials
I mainly work with old, recycled or upcycled materials: papers, fibers, documents, textiles, lace, ribbons and printed creations carefully selected to harmonize with the vintage aesthetic of the journal.
Every element, whether old or contemporary, is chosen with the same care to create a soft, timeless and coherent visual unity.
Personality-guided creation
Each personalized journal begins with a questionnaire.
Tastes, favorite colors, memories, character traits become my source of inspiration to compose a journal that truly reflects the person who receives it
What is a junk journal?
A junk journal is a unique, handmade book or notebook composed primarily of a mix of found, recycled, and upcycled materials (such as old book pages, vintage receipts, fabric scraps, lace, and ephemera).
Unlike a traditional blank diary, it is highly visual, textured, and artistic. It is designed to celebrate the beauty of imperfections and is used for journaling, sketching, storing memories (like photos and ticket stubs), or simply as a nostalgic, decorative object to leaf through.
A journal your way
Each journal can be used in different ways, according to your desires.
I intentionally include a few writing pages, leaving space for freedom and appropriation.
Pockets, tucks, meticulously crafted hidden spots are designed to hold memories, photos, tickets, and small fragments of life.
An object to complete, to live... or simply to keep.
Your journal, step by step
- You choose the option that suits you or the person receiving the journal.
I offer three levels of personalization, depending on the depth and intention of the journal.
Each option is conceived as a unique gift, never as a standard product.
2. You answer a questionnaire.
After your order, I send you a questionnaire. It allows me to understand the personality, tastes, history and world of the person for whom the journal is intended.
3. I create your journal, by hand.
Based on your answers, I compose a vintage junk journal entirely handmade.
Papers, textures, colors, details and symbols are carefully chosen to create a deeply personal journal.
Each journal is unique. No model is reproduced!
👉 Discover the options
Customer reviews
*****
Elisabeth outdid herself with this personalized journal, making me cry upon arrival. After filling out a simple questionnaire, she created a masterpiece incorporating all these elements: an Agatha Christie library card, nature elements, vintage recipes, my favorite animals and she even incorporated my favorite artist (Taylor Swift) in a way that is not tacky, subtly including handwritten song titles and a humorous sliding pocket revealing a photo of Taylor Swift herself. The materials are clearly high quality or homemade. There's even a postcard from her personal archives. It's hard to capture the art, emotion and atmosphere in a few photos; so I can only recommend ordering one for yourself or a loved one. With the time, effort and love Elisabeth puts into it, I guarantee you won't be disappointed.
Selma D. , Netherlands
*****
I received this magnificent "junk book" as a gift: full of charm and so pleasant to leaf through! Composed with great taste and sophisticated and delicate details. It's a remarkable work that had the desired effect: I was very moved and touched when I discovered it! Thank you!
Sylvie M., France
*****
Magnificent book, so pleasant to leaf through! The themes concerning me were so well chosen and illustrated! I was very touched.
Chris , Switzerland
*****
Wow! Such a beautifull work of art. The attention to detail Elisabeth captured in my journal is amazing. My journal represents all of my favorite things and I will definitely order another as a gift for a friend.
M.K.V , California, USA
Varied worlds, always personalized
Steampunk Theme
NEW – Custom Vintage Ephemera Collections
Starting with reclaimed clothing tags, I create unique bookmarks, gift tags and vintage-inspired ephemera, designed around your chosen theme, colours and style.
Every order is entirely handmade and becomes an exclusive creation, thoughtfully crafted to complement your journals, gifts and creative projects.
You choose:
• Theme (botanical, sewing, Christmas, music, butterflies, seaside, autumn, and more)
• Colour palette
• Style (vintage, romantic, shabby chic, cottagecore, grunge, etc.)
• Intended use (bookmarks, junk journals, gift tags, scrapbooking, cards and more)
• Number of pieces
✨ The photographs shown are examples of my work and are intended as inspiration. Every custom order is an original, one-of-a-kind handmade creation.
Les Fleurs du Cottage
La Valse des Souvenirs
La Rose
Le Jardin d'Été
