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Junk Journalling
Code: T26CQ1774
Location: Chesterfield
Cost: Free
Starting: Tuesday 03 November 2026
Duration: 6 sessions over 6 week(s)
Time: 10.00am
By continuing you confirm that you are enrolling onto an adult learning course and that you are aged 19 or over on 1 September 2025, or you are enrolling a young person aged 14-18 on 31 August 2025 specifically onto one of our Study Programme courses, and that you agree to the Terms and Conditions.
Description
Junk Journalling is the process of creating a journal by reusing materials and a variety of papers. In this six week course comprised of six, two hour sessions, you will learn how to create a journal, exploring themes, use of colour and how you would like to use your finished journal.
You will learn how to make ‘signatures' and bind your journal and will learn how to decorate your journal and make pockets and envelopes for the inside pages. You will develop your creative skills while improving your mental health and wellbeing and will get to make your own choices throughout the sessions.
Who is this course for?
This course is for you if you are interested in journalling, bookmaking and are creative. It is also for those who would like to improve their well-being by learning mindfulness through creative expression and for those who wish to engage with their community and like-minded people. Our courses are for people who live in Derbyshire and are aged 19 and over.
How will I learn?
This is a classroom-based course which will introduce you to junk journaling, what it is used for and different themes. The tutor will guide you and prompt you through explanations, examples and demonstrations. You will work individually but as part of a small group and will be able to continue to work on your journal at home. Your tutor will give you support and feedback so you know what to do to improve.
What will I need?
The tutor will supply all resources but you may want to bring some of your own too, if you have them, eg. scissors, photographs, magazine images and patterned papers.
Are there any other costs?
This session is free and there are no other costs.
You may wish to move onto another appropriate course with us once you have completed this course. Your tutor will talk to you about possible appropriate options.
Time and duration
Start Date: 03 November 2026
Start Time: 10.00am
Day: Tuesday
First Lesson Duration: 02:00
Total Weeks: 6
Location
Chesterfield
Dock Walk
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S40 2GQ
01629 535002