Journal: DIY Spiderman Journal

Art has always been one of my favorite pastimes. Whether it be painting or sketching, doing something with my hands is therapeutic and allows me to express myself. Another interest of mines which I have stated before is journaling. Although it sounds childish I really do enjoy it and its my favorite thing to do. Writing is my passion and I think I deserve the best journals to write my thoughts and ideas in. 

However there are times where I can't find a journal with a cover that I like but the journal has the insides I want or the perfect inside but the cover is so plain or blah. So after a few scrolls through Pinterest I found some DIYs and decided to make my own. After a trip to Michael's (best craft art store ever/ next to BLICK of course) I came across some scrapbook paper for less than a dollar. I picked a few different prints to make additional journals. 

Things You Will Need

1.  A journal or composition notebook you want to change
2. Scrap-booking Paper - Spider-man Comic Print
3. Mod Podge (Gloss)
4. Foam Brush
5. A Pair of Scissors

First Step:Size the paper and then apply Mod Podge glue to the journal with foam brush. 

Tip: Once you place the paper onto the mod podge it will stick and be hard to pull back up after a few seconds. Careful with this step. A little glue goes a long way.

Second Step: Smooth the paper towards the edges

Tip: Doing this will prevent air bubbles and creases.

Third Step: Cut with the scissors where the book bends

Tip: This will allow a seamless look and create a better cover.

Fourth Step: Mod Podge the inner edges of the book and press paper onto glue.

Tip: This is to prevent the cover from pulling up. 

Fifth Step: Dry for ten minutes and open and close journal so paper can bend

Tip: This is to prevent the cover from pulling up. 

Final Product

So here is what I finished with and the final look after drying. 

Tip: You can use the Mod podge gloss on the paper to add a glossy look but be warned it may look streaky. 

Before & After