Make a Pocket Sketch Journal & Get Started Filling It
Ready to create something truly special? Join us for this fun, hands-on creative workshop where you’ll craft your own custom pocket journal AND learn how to fill it with sketches and journaling to capture memories, and moments that matter. Once filled, your pocket-journal transforms into a quirky visual diary that captures your personality and experiences.
What You’ll Make:
Starting with just one piece of premium paper, you’ll fold and create a clever pocket-journal that’s both pocket-sized and features pockets inside and out—perfect for tucking away tickets, notes, and treasured ephemera. You’ll then add a Z-fold insert for extra creative space.The addition of custom note cards, stickers, & rubber stamps will give it your own unique touch.
What You’ll Learn:
How to craft your own pocket sketch journal. After crafting your journal, Judith will provide a brief introduction to Urban Sketching, sharing creative techniques and approachable methods for filling your pages—even if you’re a complete beginner! You’ll discover how to capture your experiences, observations, and everyday moments in ways that feel natural and enjoyable.
Why You’ll Love This Workshop:
- Hands-on and creative – You’ll leave with a finished journal ready to use.
- Beginner-friendly – No prior sketching or bookbinding experience needed.
- Practical and portable – Your pocket-sized journal is perfect for travel, pen shows, or daily adventures.
Perfect For:
- Travelers looking for the ideal compact journal.
- Anyone who loves collecting ephemera, tickets, and memories.
- Sketchers of all levels seeking a creative, portable format.
- Journal lovers who want something truly unique.
- Your custom pocket-sized memory keeper awaits!
Join Judith Dollar for this delightful workshop and start creating a visual diary that’s as unique as you are. Space is limited—sign up today!
Materials will be provided for creating your pocket journal plus a few bonus extras. Use your own art supplies to fill with sketches & journaling.
Pre-registration and payment are required.
About
Judith Dollar
Judith Dollar is a seasoned urban sketcher and sketchbook-filler. Fountain pen, brush and ink are all part of the art supplies she uses to document her everyday life and travel. She is a graphic designer and avid travel sketchbook filler.
You can find Judith on Instagram @TX_sketcher.
You can find Judith on Instagram @TX_sketcher.
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