
GIFT BAG JOURNAL COURSE
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Turn Pretty Gift Bags into Handmade Keepsakes
Do you have a stash of beautiful gift bags that are just too lovely to throw away?
This creative course will show you how to transform them into something truly special! A handmade mini journal filled with pockets, flaps, and stories waiting to be told.
About this course

I can just never get rid of gift bags. They are so beautiful, and they’re still perfect after you remove your gift.
One day, while looking for a bag to reuse, they suddenly all looked like mini journals to me. And just like that, an idea was born: to create an album or journal using a gift bag as the cover.
Recycling and memory keeping rolled into one fun, creative project!
Whether you’re new to crafting or have been memory keeping for years, this course will inspire you to look at everyday items in a whole new way.
Let’s make MAGIC with the supplies you already own!
What You’ll Create
By the end of this course, you’ll have a beautiful handmade journal made from a recycled gift bag. You’ll learn how to:
Turn an ordinary bag into a strong, unique journal cover

Add pockets, flaps, and tuck spots for interactive fun

Embellish your pages with supplies you already own

Customise your journal for any theme or occasion:
Although my sample project uses a Christmas theme, you’ll see plenty of examples showing how easily this project can be adapted to any colour scheme or style, from birthday or travel journals to everyday memory books.

What’s Inside?
☑️4 Crafting Modules: Bite-sized video lessons you can pause and replay anytime
☑️Printable Instructions: Step-by-step PDF guides and supply lists
☑️Project Printables: Exclusive downloadable designs to use in your journal
☑️Tips & Techniques: Creative ways to make the most of your stash
Everything is designed to be easy to follow, relaxing, and fun.
A perfect weekend project!
Who is this course for?
This course is perfect for:
- Anyone with a stash of gift bags waiting for a new purpose
- Crafters who love up-cycling and creative journaling
- Beginners who enjoy guided, hands-on projects
- Makers who want a quick, rewarding project to finish in a weekend
No fancy tools required, just your imagination and a few supplies from your stash!
Why you will LOVE it:

CREATE
You’ll create something meaningful from your stash

ECO-FRIENDLY
It’s an Eco-friendly project that feels both thrifty and creative

NEW IDEAS
You’ll gain new ideas for using your stash in unexpected ways

KEEPSAKE
You’ll end up with a finished keepsake you can treasure or gift
CLUB Members Say

CLUB Member
“I never thought I could turn a simple gift bag into such a pretty journal. The process was so easy to follow, and now I’m looking at all my old bags in a whole new way!”
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You can do this too!
COURSE DETAILS
CLUB Members automatically save 25% at checkout
You’ll get:
- Lifetime access to all lessons
- Step-by-step videos and PDFs
- Downloadable printables and requirements lists
Gift Bag Journal
Transform your stash of beautiful gift bags into a one-of-a-kind handmade journal. Perfect for any theme!
Will you join us for this project?
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How long do I have access?
Forever!* You can revisit the lessons anytime.
*As long as Make in Wonder exists
Do I need special supplies?
Not at all. You’ll mainly use your stash and one or two everyday items.
Can I make this in another theme?
Yes! While I show a Christmas version, you’ll see examples for adapting it to any colours or occasions.
Give your gift bags a second life and your memories a handmade home.
Join me for this creative up-cycling project and craft your own Gift Bag Journal today.
