Collage featuring 10 free printable junk journal papers with abstract mixed media, botanical textures, colourful collage backgrounds and artistic designs.

10 Free Junk Journal Papers to Print (Beautiful Mixed Media Designs)

If you’re looking for free junk journal papers to print, you’ve come to the right place.

Whether you’re making a handmade junk journal, decorating an art journal, creating scrapbook layouts, or adding beautiful backgrounds to paper crafts, printable papers are one of the easiest ways to add personality to your projects.

This collection includes 10 free printable junk journal paper designs featuring abstract textures, botanical elements, painterly layers, soft neutrals and vibrant mixed-media artwork. Each design has its own unique style, making them perfect for mixing, matching and layering throughout your creative projects.

Simply download, print and start creating.

What’s Included

These free printable designs feature a variety of artistic styles, including:

  • Soft botanical backgrounds
  • Abstract mixed-media textures
  • Watercolor-inspired effects
  • Contemporary collage designs
  • Layered floral artwork
  • Geometric abstract patterns
  • Nature-inspired compositions
  • Warm pastel backgrounds
  • Earthy distressed textures
  • Colorful artistic papers

Each page has been created to work beautifully on its own or combined with your favorite ephemera, vintage papers and embellishments. 

Creative Ways to Use These Papers

These printable papers are perfect for:

  • Junk journals
  • Art journals
  • Scrapbooking
  • Handmade cards
  • Planner decoration
  • Tags and pockets
  • Paper collage
  • Book covers
  • Envelope liners
  • Decoupage
  • Artist Trading Cards (ATCs)
  • Mixed media projects

Print them as full-page backgrounds or resize them to create smaller embellishments for your journals.

Printing Tips

To get the best results:

  • Print on high-quality matte paper for rich colors.
  • Use lightweight cardstock for sturdier pages.
  • Ink or distress the edges for a vintage look.
  • Print at full size for journal pages.
  • Reduce the scale to create pockets, tags and layered elements.

Every printer produces slightly different colors, so don’t be afraid to experiment with different paper finishes.

Why These Papers Work So Well for Junk Journals

One of the best things about abstract mixed-media papers is their versatility.

The layered textures and painterly details add interest without competing with your photographs, journaling or embellishments. They’re equally at home in vintage, botanical, shabby chic and contemporary journals, making them a useful addition to almost any paper craft collection.

Because every design is different, you can create journals that feel cohesive while still giving each page its own character.

Download Your Free Printable Junk Journal Papers

If you’re ready to add fresh inspiration to your next creative project, download these 10 free printable junk journal papers and start crafting today.

Whether you’re new to junk journaling or you’ve been creating handmade journals for years, these printable backgrounds are designed to help you create pages you’ll love.

Happy creating!

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Frequently Asked Questions

The free printable collage papers are easy to download
Click on the download button, a new window will open, the PDF file with the high resolution artwork is ready for you to print. {PDF is formatted to print on 8.5″X11″ paper}

Mixed media collage papers are a great way to get started as a newbie!    Everyone started their creative journey somewhere! Be kind to yourself and practice.  Remember mistakes are good, it means you're growing.  Have compassion and trust yourself.  The key is in the process not the end result (albeit inspiring if we like the final piece).  Relish in the journey!

Some of the visual elements featured in the designs may include artwork partially generated using artificial intelligence tools.  These elements are used as creative components and are combined with hand-drawings, paintings, gelli plates, photographs (unsplash) and digital work in Procreate.  All final compositions are original and curated by cosmicmoon.co as the artist.  The use of artificial intelligent-generated assets is disclosed in the interest of transparency and creative integrity.

I encourage you to work with the supplies you have and be flexible to adapt to your own needs.  There is nothing better than experimenting with different materials!  Some of the basics are: good quality paper, mod podge or gel medium, and either watercolor or acrylic paint, Caran D'ache watercolor wax pastels, and a mix-sized bunch of brushes.

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