Last Updated on July 22, 2026 by Dee
Moths and butterflies are some of the most enchanting motifs you can add to your junk journals. With their delicate wings, vintage symbolism, and timeless appeal, they bring an air of mystery and transformation to any page spread.
And as a little gift 🎁, I’m sharing 3 free sample pages from my Moth & Butterfly Junk Journal kit to inspire your own Moth Junk Journal ideas -and so you can start creating right away!
👉 Get the full Butterfly & Moth Junk Journal Kit here
5 Mystical Moth Junk Journal Ideas to Try…
These three sample pages come straight from my Butterfly & Moth Junk Journal Kit — the full 58-page version has the papers, ephemera and backgrounds to build whole spreads.
See the full kit →1. Create Layered Ephemera Collages
Moths and butterflies are perfect for layering. Try printing and fussy cutting them out, then combining them with vintage tickets, lace scraps, or pressed flowers. Layer them on top of one another to create a 3D fluttering effect.
In the kit, you’ll find dedicated ephemera sheets with cut-out butterflies and moths that are ideal for this style of collage.
💡 Tip: Use strong cardstock or even junk journal covers as a sturdy base for your layers.
2. Add Fluttering Borders
Butterflies and moths look stunning when used as borders along journal pages. Print a sheet, fussy cut, and line them up along the edge of your spread. It creates a feeling of movement as if the wings are lifting right off the page.
This is also where you can use your free sample pages — cut out the moths and line them around your writing space. For more, the full kit gives you an entire collection of border-friendly images.
3. Design Hidden Tuck Spots & Envelopes
One of my favorite ways to use winged ephemera is by creating hidden tuck spots. Imagine lifting a butterfly’s wing to reveal a tiny note or a pressed flower underneath. Or, fold a butterfly image in half to create a pocket that can hold tickets, photos, or journaling cards.
If you’re already working with themed sets, the tuck spots blend beautifully with other kits like my Honey Dreams Bee Junk Journal Kit.
4. Experiment with Coloring & Inks
Butterflies and moths are the perfect canvas for experimenting with color. You can print the designs onto smooth paper and then decorate them with watercolors, gel pens, or alcohol markers.
For best results, check out my guide on paper for alcohol markers — it makes a huge difference when you want your colors to pop without bleeding.
5. Try Digital Journaling
If you enjoy working digitally, you can import the PNG files into Procreate, GoodNotes, or other digital journaling apps. This allows you to resize butterflies, recolor them, and create layered spreads without ever touching glue or scissors.
Digital journaling also means you can create layouts again and again without running out of printables — perfect if you love experimenting.
🦋 Grab the Full Kit
These ideas are just the beginning! The Butterfly & Moth Junk Journal Kit includes 58 pages of:
- Vintage journal papers
- Cut-out ephemera
- Writing pages
- Backgrounds
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Moth Junk Journal Ideas: FAQ
Do I get anything free to start a moth junk journal?
Yes! There are three free sample pages from my Butterfly & Moth Junk Journal Kit up above — just pop in your email and I’ll send them to your inbox. Print them out, fussy cut the moths, and you’ve got everything you need to try your first spread today. They’re a lovely low-pressure way to see if this style is for you before you grab the full kit.
What can I actually make with moth and butterfly ephemera?
Loads of things. In the post I walk through five of my favourites: layered ephemera collages, fluttering wing borders along the edge of a page, hidden tuck spots where you lift a wing to reveal a note, colouring the designs in yourself, and even digital journaling. The winged shapes are perfect for layering because they create that lovely 3D lift off the page.
What paper should I print the pages on?
For ephemera you’re cutting out and layering, a sturdy cardstock holds up best and gives your collage a solid base. If you want to colour the moths in with watercolours, gel pens, or alcohol markers, print onto smooth paper suited to your medium so the colour doesn’t bleed. Regular printer paper works fine for lightweight tuck spots and quick experiments.
How do I make a hidden tuck spot with a butterfly?
Fold a butterfly image in half to create a little pocket, then glue it down along the edges so the centre stays open. You can slip tickets, photos, or journaling cards inside. Or lift one wing and tuck a pressed flower or tiny note underneath — it’s one of my favourite ways to add a bit of surprise and secrecy to a spread.
Can I use these designs digitally instead of printing?
Absolutely. The kit files are PNGs, so you can import them straight into Procreate, GoodNotes, or another digital journaling app. From there you can resize the butterflies, recolour them, and build layered spreads without ever touching glue or scissors — handy if you like to reuse layouts again and again.
What’s inside the full kit?
The full Butterfly & Moth Junk Journal Kit is 58 pages of vintage journal papers, cut-out ephemera, writing pages, and backgrounds — everything you need to build whole spreads rather than just accents. You can find it in my Payhip shop once you’ve had a play with the free samples.
Do I need to be experienced to try this?
Not at all — junk journaling is wonderfully forgiving. If you can print, cut, and glue, you can make a beautiful moth-themed spread. Start with the free sample pages, layer a few wings, and let the pages fill up as you go. There’s no right or wrong way to do it.
Three sample pages are enough to try one layered moth collage; a whole journal needs more to cut into. The full Butterfly & Moth Junk Journal Kit is 58 pages of vintage journal papers, cut-out ephemera, writing pages and backgrounds, ready to print as many times as you like.
Get the full kit →