Last Updated on May 5, 2026 by Dee
If you’ve been looking for cute, beginner-friendly summer junk journal templates that don’t take an art school degree to enjoy — you’re in the right spot. I’ve made a free printable pack with 25 Vintage Summer Junk Journal Pages for you, and the rest of this post is really just a love letter to summer junk journals and how easy they can be when you start with a tracer.
Pop your email in below to grab the free pack — and if you fancy, keep scrolling for 8 ideas you can try right away using the templates inside.
Why Summer Junk Journals Are the Perfect Beginner Subject
Honestly, summer junk journals are forgiving. The shapes are simple, the lines are gentle, and there’s no pressure to make it look photorealistic. Summer Junk Journals want to look a little wonky — that’s the charm. So if you’ve been hesitant to put pen to paper because you don’t feel “good enough” yet, this is the pack to start with.
What You Need to Get Started
Honestly, very little. A printer, A4 paper, and any pen you love. If you want to take it further, a small watercolour set will turn the templates into proper pieces. I use my Winsor & Newton Cotman set most days — it’s the one I’d buy again in a heartbeat.
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8 Summer Junk Journal Drawing Ideas to Try
Here are 8 of the summer junk journals inside the pack — pick whichever one matches your mood. There’s no order to follow.
1. Pressed Wildflowers
A vintage page with pressed wildflowers laid out in a botanical specimen style. This one’s a sweet starting point because the shape is simple and the personality comes through in the smallest details — a tiny smile, a curl of antenna, a little wobble in the line. Trace the outline, then add your own colour palette.
2. Summer Roses
Soft watercolour summer roses with tea-stained edges, vintage feel. This one’s a sweet starting point because the shape is simple and the personality comes through in the smallest details — a tiny smile, a curl of antenna, a little wobble in the line. Trace the outline, then add your own colour palette.
3. Pressed Lavender
Lavender stems pressed and arranged on aged paper. This one’s a sweet starting point because the shape is simple and the personality comes through in the smallest details — a tiny smile, a curl of antenna, a little wobble in the line. Trace the outline, then add your own colour palette.
4. Sunflower Page
A vintage sunflower illustration on aged cream paper. This one’s a sweet starting point because the shape is simple and the personality comes through in the smallest details — a tiny smile, a curl of antenna, a little wobble in the line. Trace the outline, then add your own colour palette.
5. Summer Meadow
A delicate meadow scene with tall grasses and small flowers. This one’s a sweet starting point because the shape is simple and the personality comes through in the smallest details — a tiny smile, a curl of antenna, a little wobble in the line. Trace the outline, then add your own colour palette.
6. Fern Botanicals
Fern fronds laid out botanical-illustration style on aged paper. This one’s a sweet starting point because the shape is simple and the personality comes through in the smallest details — a tiny smile, a curl of antenna, a little wobble in the line. Trace the outline, then add your own colour palette.
7. Seashell Collection
A collection of seashells drawn in sepia botanical-illustration style. This one’s a sweet starting point because the shape is simple and the personality comes through in the smallest details — a tiny smile, a curl of antenna, a little wobble in the line. Trace the outline, then add your own colour palette.
8. Vintage Seaside Postcard
A vintage seaside postcard mockup with handwritten-look details. This one’s a sweet starting point because the shape is simple and the personality comes through in the smallest details — a tiny smile, a curl of antenna, a little wobble in the line. Trace the outline, then add your own colour palette.
How to Take Your Summer Junk Journal Drawings Further
Once the line art is dry, layer soft watercolour washes — pastel sage green, dusty blush, a hint of buttercup yellow. Or colour straight in with markers. The templates are designed for both, so use whichever feels easiest today.
If you’d like more printable packs like this, I add new ones every month inside the Artsydee Creations Club — full back catalogue plus fresh templates each month. It’s the easiest way to keep your sketchbook stocked without me having to invent a new freebie every week.
FAQ
Are these templates really free?
Yes — pop your email in above and I’ll send you the full pack as a PDF. No catches, no hidden steps.
Can I print these on regular paper?
Yep. A4 standard printer paper works perfectly. If you want to add watercolour washes, switch to thicker paper (140lb cold press is what I use).
What if I’ve never drawn before?
That’s actually who these are for. Trace first, copy second, invent third. Confidence builds itself.
Final Thoughts
Trace one. Just one. Pick a summer junk journal you like, run a pen over the lines, and see what happens. The templates do the heavy lifting so all you have to do is show up.
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