OOLY x Girl Scouts Upcycled Journal

Completed DIY journal with sticker decorations and OOLY x Girl Scouts pens and stickers arranged around it.

Craft blog by: OOLY

Calling all creators, dreamers, and cookie lovers—this scented DIY journal blends Girl Scout flair with sustainable creativity. Using OOLY x Girl Scouts supplies, you’ll upcycle everyday materials into a custom notebook that smells amazing and looks even better. It’s a fun, feel-good way to craft boldly while helping make the world a better place.

Time Duration: 30 minutes

Skill Level: Beginning

OOLY Products Needed:

Other Items Needed:

Cardboard cereal or cookie box
Scissors (adult supervision required)
Yarn or ribbon

Directions:

Supplies for a DIY journal project, including a sketchbook, cardboard, OOLY x Girl Scouts pens and stickers, scissors, and yarn.

Step 1: Gather your supplies

Grab your OOLY x Girl Scouts: Cookie Scented Gel Pens, Cookie Scented Markers, S'mores Scented Stickers, The Paper Works Sketchbook, plus an old cardboard cereal or cookie box, scissors, and your favorite color yarn or ribbon.

Sketchbook, folded paper sheets, and OOLY x Girl Scouts markers arranged for a DIY journal project.

Step 2: Cut out your pages

Using The Paper Works Sketchbook, cut out four rectangular pieces. Fold each one in half and nest them. These sheets will become the pages of your journal.

Journal pages resting on a cardboard cover with scissors and OOLY x Girl Scouts markers placed beside them.

Step 3: Cut out your journal cover

Use your journal pages as a guide and carefully cut your cereal or cookie box to match their size. Fold it in half with the plain cardboard facing outward.

Partially assembled DIY journal tied with yarn, shown with OOLY x Girl Scouts stickers and markers.

Step 4: Tie your book together

Place your journal pages inside the cardboard cover. Thread your yarn or ribbon through the center of the pages and around the cover, then pull it snug and tie a secure knot and bow.

Closed DIY journal tied with yarn, next to scissors, yarn, and OOLY x Girl Scouts markers.

Step 5: Decorate your journal

Decorate your journal using the OOLY x Girl Scouts: Cookie Scented Gel Pens, Cookie Scented Markers, and S'mores Scented Stickers.

Fill the pages with things you love or pass it to friends and let them create their own art inside. With Girl Scout Cookie™ scented creativity and a touch of upcycled crafting, this project brings together bold color, sweet memories, and the joy of making.

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