Last Updated on November 5, 2025 by Dee
If you’re on the hunt for beautiful junk journal background pages, you’ve just struck gold.
This curated collection of 100+ free vintage paper printables is designed to help you create layered, meaningful, and visually stunning journals—without starting from scratch every time. Whether you’re working on a themed spread, a grungy collage, or need an elegant old paper background for a quote or photograph, there’s something here for every creative mood. (Scroll to the end of the post to download the full PDF versions)
You’ll find vintage designs for scrapbooks, textured paper journal backgrounds, printable vintage journal pages, and even some ready-made sheets that make perfect junk journal covers. These designs work beautifully for vintage journal ideas, and they’re ideal for building your own printable paper stash for crafting, collaging, and journaling.
So grab your scissors, printer, and glue stick—your next creative session is about to get a lot more inspiring.
100+ Free Junk Journal Background Pages
(Scroll to the end of the post to download the full PDF versions)
Inside this collection, you’ll find a dreamy mix of vintage paper backgrounds, floral textures, and beachy journal scenes—all designed to spark inspiration and bring depth to your pages. From soft sepia-toned papers to delicate vintage flowers and sun-washed coastal hues, each design offers a unique aesthetic for layering, storytelling, or simply setting the mood in your junk journal. Whether you’re going for a romantic floral vibe, nautical nostalgia, or a timeworn vintage feel, there’s something here to suit every creative direction.
Summer Flower Junk Journal Pages
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✂️ Creative Ways to Use Your Vintage Free Junk Journal Background Pages
(Because they’re too beautiful to stay in a folder!)
- Layer Them as Backgrounds – Use them as the base for your junk journal spreads to add instant texture and vintage charm.
- Create Stunning Junk Journal Covers – Print on cardstock and wrap around your pages for an instantly aged and aesthetic cover.
- Use as Writing Paper – Print on both sides and use for handwritten letters, poetry, or journaling in your own vintage “diary.”
- Make Vintage-Inspired Envelopes & Pockets – Fold them into envelopes, tuck spots, or corner pockets for an interactive journal layout.
- Cut Into Tags, Labels & Tabs – Punch or trim your favorite sections into decorative tags, bookmarks, or pull-tabs.
- Layer for Collage Art – Rip, distress, and layer with washi, stickers, and stamps for gorgeous mixed media pages.
- Use as Printable Scrapbook Paper – These designs work beautifully as vintage scrapbook backgrounds for photos and memorabilia.
- Decorate Gift Wrap & Cards – Use them to create one-of-a-kind wrapping paper, greeting cards, or even handmade tags.
- Create a Themed Journal Section – Group similar designs (like beachy or floral) to create themed chapters in your junk journal.
- Print on Vellum or Textured Paper – Experiment with transparency or tactile surfaces for a layered, sensory effect.
Essential Art Supplies for Junk Journal Crafting
These tools and materials are key to infusing each page with texture, color, and a personal touch, turning your journal into a unique masterpiece. With the right supplies, you can transform your journal pages into magical creations!
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1. Adhesives: A reliable glue stick or double-sided tape is a must-have to add elements to your pages seamlessly without mess.
2. Scissors or a Paper Trimmer: Precision cutting tools are vital for shaping your printables and ephemera to fit your journal’s layout.
3. Colored Pens and Pencils: Add your own doodles, notes, or outlines with a set of colored pens and colored pencils, making each page pop with your personal touch.
4. Stamps and Ink Pads: Incorporate patterns and textures with stamps and ink pads. Spring-themed or floral designs can add a charming effect to your pages.
5. Washi Tape: This decorative tape comes in countless designs and is perfect for adding borders or dividing pages. Check out this washi tape set.
6. Stickers and Ephemera: Stickers
7. Ohuhu Markers: Known for their vivid colors and smooth application, Ohuhu markers are perfect for coloring and blending on your journal pages.
8. Metallic Gel Pens: To add some sparkle and shine, consider using metallic gel pens in shades of gold, silver, and bronze. These are great for highlighting and embellishing details on your pages.
9. Stencils: Use large wall stencils for adding decorative backgrounds or smaller craft stencils for detailed accents. They can be used with ink, paint, or markers to create consistent and professional-looking stenciled designs.
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I hope these free junk journal vintage printables spark some fresh ideas for your next project—whether you’re creating layered layouts, exploring vintage journal ideas, or just need a new go-to vintage background for scrapbook pages.
Looking for more resources to fuel your creativity?
✨ Browse some of my most-loved printable kits and journal goodies:
- 🍓 Strawberry Junk Journal Kit – vintage watercolor & cottagecore vibes
- 🧵 Sewing Junk Journal Kit – perfect for cozy, stitched-themed spreads
- 🗝️ Whimsical Alice in Wonderland Junk Journal Kit – ideal for creating your own storybook
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Thank you for these fantastic printables💕
You call these junk journal pages…I call them art. Honestly, a lot of these would look great if you put them in a frame and hung them on the wall. Thank you for always being so generous to us.
Thanks, Dee. These are beautiful.
Such pretty backgrounds. Thank you!
Gorgeous ..