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Hey there, Lovely Souls!

Today, we launched the "Elara's Junk Journal: A Garden of Dreams" series on YouTube. In this episode, we got down to business, crafting our junk journal cover using a Fruit by the Foot box. But you can jump on the creativity train and use any box lying around – even a cereal box would do the trick!

After giving that box a new life as the shape of our future journal, we splashed it with a stunning Tiffany Blue hue. To add some vintage vibes, we hit it up with some Tim Holtz crackle paint for that aged look.

🎨 Pro tip: If you don't have crackle paint, no biggie – use white acrylic paint to add some distress!

We wanted our cover to be as strong as your creative spirit, so we sealed the deal with TriArt Liquid Glass. 🍾 It gave our cover a glossy finish.

Ready to dive in and create your own Garden of Dreams Junk Journal?

Head over to my YouTube channel and catch the full episode for all the deets.

Learn how to craft your own Junk Journal/ Art Journal from a cereal box! Learn all the steps on this Youtube series. Starting September 9, 2023.

The concept behind Onehornla's one of a kind 'Mermaid Cave' Junk Journal

In a time when uncharted waters whispered secrets and the mysteries of the deep beckoned to daring souls, an intrepid explorer named Captain Julian embarked on a journey that would forever shape the course of history.

Captain Julian's passion was the ocean, its depths holding treasures yet unknown. With a heart fueled by curiosity, he navigated through tumultuous waves, his vessel carrying him to uncharted territories. Armed with nets and instruments, he collected marine specimens, documenting each discovery in meticulous detail.

As he delved into the heart of the unknown, Captain Julian's voyage led him to the fabled Mermaid's Cave, a place whispered about in sailors' tales and cherished by storytellers. Here, the ocean seemed to sing a different tune, and the air held an enchanting aura.

It was in the embrace of this cave that Captain Julian's journey took a remarkable turn. As he meticulously recorded his findings in a worn junk journal folio, his eyes beheld a sight that defied logic and reason – mermaids, graceful and otherworldly, their tails shimmering like moonlight on water.

His heart raced with a mixture of astonishment and reverence. The mermaids, guardians of the cave's secrets, regarded him with curiosity. With a sense of awe and reverence, Captain Julian observed their interactions, their melodies resonating with the ebb and flow of the tide.

Days turned into weeks as Captain Julian immersed himself in the company of these elusive beings. His journal entries spoke of their ethereal beauty, their communication through song, and their harmonious existence with the marine life that surrounded them.

Yet, as all tales do, Captain Julian's encounter with the mermaids reached its inevitable end. With a heavy heart and the weight of unspoken secrets, he bid farewell to the cave, his journal folio a testament to a reality he knew few would believe.

Centuries passed, and the tale of Captain Julian and the mermaids faded into myth. That is, until fate intervened and a dusty, weathered junk journal folio was uncovered from the depths of time. A historian stumbled upon its pages, its ink a portal to a world long gone.

As the words and sketches within the folio were deciphered, the tale of the Mermaid's Cove was resurrected, illuminating the pages of history with a forgotten chapter. The world marveled at the story of a man who dared to venture beyond the horizon and into the heart of enchantment.

And so, the lost chronicles of Captain Julian's mermaid encounter were brought back to life, a testament to the power of exploration, curiosity, and the enduring connection between humanity and the mysteries of the sea. Story by Onehornla

The concept behind Onehornla's one of a kind mermaidcore folio: 'SEA TAILS' In the shimmering expanse of the ocean, where sunlight danced on the waves and the depths held secrets untold, lived a radiant mermaid named Lirelle. With long, flowing tresses that mirrored the colors of the coral and eyes that held the wisdom of ancient waters, she was a creature of enchantment and grace.

One fateful day, as Lirelle glided through the underwater gardens, her melodious song drawing dolphins and fish to her side, a shadow fell over her. Startled, she looked up to find herself ensnared in a net woven by human hands. Panic gripped her heart, and her heartrending song filled the ocean, echoing like a plea for salvation.

Above the surface, aboard a weathered ship, stood Captain Aric. A sea-faring man with weathered features, he had heard tales of mermaids and their enchanting songs. Yet, nothing could have prepared him for the heart-stopping beauty of the mermaid before him.

As Lirelle's voice wove a spell around him, Aric's initial intentions faltered. He looked into her eyes and saw not a captive creature, but a soul brimming with wonder and longing. A storm of conflicting emotions raged within him – duty to his crew, his desire for adventure, and an unexpected tenderness that surged from the depths of his heart.

Aric couldn't deny the pull he felt towards Lirelle, a pull that defied reason and circumstance. He cut the net, freeing her from her temporary prison. Their eyes met, and in that fleeting moment, a connection formed that transcended their worlds.

With hesitant trust, Lirelle allowed herself to be guided by Aric to the ship's deck. The sea breeze tangled her hair, mingling with the scent of salt and adventure. Language barriers were meaningless; their souls communicated through a language only the heart comprehends.

As days turned into nights, Lirelle learned of Aric's world – of distant lands, of stars that guided sailors, and of dreams that traversed horizons. In turn, she shared tales of underwater kingdoms, of dancing with schools of fish, and of the songs that echoed through ocean currents.

But with each passing day, a truth weighed heavily on their hearts. Lirelle belonged to the sea, and Aric to the land. Their love was a fragile bloom that defied the boundaries of their worlds.

As the ship sailed through uncharted waters, Lirelle and Aric found themselves drawn to a secluded cove. There, beneath a canopy of stars, they shared a bittersweet farewell. Their love, though forbidden and fleeting, had changed them forever.

With a tender kiss and a promise etched in their souls, Lirelle slipped beneath the waves, returning to her ocean realm. Aric watched her vanish into the depths, carrying with her a piece of his heart.

And so, the sea and the land held the memory of an improbable love – a mermaid and a sea man who defied destiny to experience a love that ignited in the heart of the enchanting depths.

Story by Onehornla.