There’s something irresistible about holiday crafting—the textures, the prints, the quiet hours spent snipping paper and building memories with our hands. This season, I’m thrilled to share my Well Loved Baubles digital kit, inspired by vintage wallpapers, worn Christmas cards, toile fabrics, and all the little scraps that make a journal feel like home.
These baubles are not just decorations; they’re versatile pieces of ephemera designed for layering, embellishing, and turning into keepsakes that feel time-softened and well loved.
What’s Included in the Digital Kit
The kit features a beautiful collection of printable bauble shapes in a variety of classic patterns: florals, damasks, toile scenes, and old-fashioned holiday illustrations. You’ll find rounded ornaments, elongated teardrops, and even star-shaped baubles—perfect for adding variety to your spreads.
Ways to Use the Baubles in Your Junk Journals
These ornaments shine in so many different roles—here are some of my favorites:
✨ Use Them “As Is”
Print, cut, and tuck into pockets or envelopes. Their patterns alone add instant charm to any holiday journal layout.
✨ Turn Them Into Journal Cards
Back your cut-outs with coffee-dyed paper, cardstock, or a coordinating print.
Add space for notes, quotes, Christmas memories, or daily December journaling.
✨ Add Aging & Distressing
Give your baubles a gently worn look:
- Ink the edges
- Add a touch of charcoal or soft pastels
- Lightly crinkle, fold, or sand the edges
A little distressing makes them look like rescued ornaments from an attic box.
✨ Layer With Fabric, Lace & Trim
Treat each bauble like a tiny collage surface. Try:
- bits of lace
- vintage ribbon
- muslin ruffles
- doily pieces
- sari silk strips
- mini paper clusters
These small touches turn each ornament into a miniature work of art.
✨ Snowflake (or Decorative) Hole Punching
Take your baubles up a level with cutout shapes!
Use a snowflake punch, circle punch, star punch, or corner punch to create windows or lace-like patterns. Layer them over bold background paper so the colors peek through.
✨ Add Twine, Ribbon, or Paper Loops
Punch a small hole at the top and thread twine, embroidery floss, baker’s twine, or thin ribbon.
You can…
- Let the strings dangle from journal rings
- Use them as page toppers
- Hang them from tags or folios
- Tie them into December dailies
✨ Use Them as Page Tabs or Tuck Spots
Glue half of the bauble to the edge of a page as a tab, or attach only the bottom edge to create a secret tuck spot behind it.
Tips for Extra Charm
- Print on different textures (vellum, linen paper, kraft cardstock, matte photo paper) for unique effects.
- Add vintage image fussy cuts
- Brush lightly with gold or pearl metallic paint for a soft holiday shimmer.
- Stitch around the edges for a cozy, handmade feel.
- Back with patterned paper to create double-sided ornaments for hanging tags or journal spinners.
A Final Thought
The beauty of this digital kit lies in its flexibility—you can keep the baubles simple or build them into highly layered, dimensional pieces. Whether you’re making a holiday junk journal, a December daily, handmade cards, or gift tags, these ornaments add nostalgia and warmth to any project.
I can’t wait to see how you use your baubles. If you create something beautiful, feel free to share photos on Instagram (well_loved_journals) —I love seeing your creativity come to life!
Happy journaling & happy holidays! 🎄✨
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