- Ravens And Writing Desks
- Haunted Places And Landscapes
- Rooms And Firelight
- Ravens And Autumn Scenes
- Background Papers
- Lined Writing Pages
- Frequently Asked Questions
An edgar allan poe junk journal gives you a whole set of moody, romantic pages pulled from his poems and tales, without a single gory image in the mix. Expect 22 full scene pages (ravens, candlelit desks, misty mansions, sealed letters), 4 seamless background papers and 5 lined writing pages for your own midnight musings.
Print everything on heavyweight paper, something around 24 to 32 lb so ink does not bleed through, and set your printer to its best or photo quality for rich, even color. Trim each sheet to the trim marks or to your journal’s page size before you glue, stitch or tape anything in.
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Ravens And Writing Desks
Perched on a pale bust just above a chamber door, this raven sets the tone for the whole journal and works well as an opening page or a title page for a Poe-themed section.
Tuck a torn scrap of a poem, a pressed leaf or a handwritten line from a favorite Poe tale right onto this desk before you glue it into the spread.
A small pocket glued along the desk’s edge holds folded notes nicely, so the page becomes a place to stash future journaling ideas as well as a scene to admire.
Pair this page with the burgundy damask background paper by matting it on a torn strip of the damask before gluing it down, so the stack of books seems to sit on richer cloth.
Haunted Places And Landscapes
The usual mistake with a mansion page is cramming in too much architecture and losing the mood, so let the fog and the lake take up real space instead of filling every inch with towers.
Keep the windows few but warmly lit, since one or two glowing panes say more about who might be home than a dozen dark ones ever could.
This one suits the friend in your life who keeps every ticket stub and pressed flower from a trip, since the watch and rose together make a gentle page for marking time passed.
What would the finder of this map write first, a wish, a warning or a list of what they hope to find at the end of it.
For the five minute version of this page, paint or print just the mask and the clock face close together, skip the extra room details and let the two objects carry the whole scene.
That shortcut works well on a night when you want a finished page without much fuss, and it still reads as unmistakably Poe.
Place this page in a spread right after the masquerade mask, since the two share the same dim room, and let the clock’s pendulum seem to swing toward the mask on the facing page.
A lonely tomb stands near the shore under a pale moon, built for anyone filling a page in honor of Annabel Lee or any other quiet seaside elegy.
Tea-stain the edges of this page before gluing it in, since a faint brown border around the fog makes the whole scene look pulled from an old sailor’s logbook.
Let the stain stay light and uneven rather than soaking the whole sheet, so the lighthouse beam still reads clearly through the mist.
Someone just arriving in a new city, or anyone who loves old architecture and lamplit streets, will enjoy this page most in a gift journal built around Poe’s life and travels.
Rooms And Firelight
Glue a small torn label, like a scrap reading a cask’s name or a date, onto the barrel before adding this page to the journal, so it looks like a note pulled from the cellar itself.
A tiny folded tag tucked beside the cask works just as well if you would rather keep the surface cleaner.
Pair this page with the moth and rose background by using it as a pocket lining behind the roses, so a hint of the moth pattern peeks out from under the black lace ribbon.
What line might have spilled from this pen the moment the ink tipped over, a confession, a closing stanza or just a single unfinished word.
The usual mistake with a ruined window page is painting the stone too neat, so rough up the edges with broken bits and creeping ivy instead of a tidy frame.
Let soft light spill through the gaps rather than through whole glass, since the ruin itself is the point of the scene.
Gothic junk journal pages often lean on this same kind of lone light in mist, so this page pairs beautifully if you are blending the two kits into one larger journal.
Fold a tiny flap along one side of the gilded frame so a small photo or sketch can slide behind it, turning the painted portrait into a real frame for someone’s own face.
This works especially well as a gift page for a reader who loves both old portraiture and a bit of hands-on paper craft.
Fold this page in half before gluing its edge into the journal, so it opens like a real letter and reveals a blank space inside for a private note.
The red wax seal on the front stays visible when the page is closed, giving the spread a little surprise each time it is opened.
Ravens And Autumn Scenes
A single raven calls out from the bare branches of an autumn tree, its dark shape set against a pale fading sky that carries the whole quiet mood of the page.
For the five minute version, skip the full room and paint just the chair close to the fire’s glow, letting the warm light do most of the storytelling.
That simpler take still feels cozy and complete, and it leaves more room on the page for a longer journal entry underneath.
Tear the top edge of this page unevenly before gluing it in, so the mist seems to fade naturally into the next sheet rather than stopping at a hard straight line.
Place this page in a spread facing the velvet armchair, letting the candelabra’s glow seem to spill light across the facing page and tie the two rooms together.
Background Papers
Use this repeat under a photo of an old bookshelf or a favorite reading nook, since the scattered feathers stay soft enough not to compete with whatever sits on top of them.
Gothic Christmas junk journal pages share this same rich damask mood, so this sheet doubles nicely as a cover paper or a pocket lining in either kit.
Line the inside of a pocket page with this one, or use it as a soft cover wrap, since the moths and roses together read as romantic rather than somber.
Try this one behind a handwritten quote or as the base layer under the spilled inkwell scene page, since the splatter already looks like it belongs to the same writing desk.
Lined Writing Pages
Use these lines for a gift list to a fellow book lover, a line copied from a favorite poem or a short letter written to your future reading self.
Write a quiet evening’s menu here, a short letter sealed for next year, or simply the date and mood of the night you are journaling in.
Jane Austen junk journal pages use a similar quiet botanical border, so this sheet slots easily into a shared literary section of a larger journal.
Record a visit to an old building, a dream from the night before, or a few lines copied from whichever Poe tale you read most recently.
These lines suit a packing list for a gothic-themed trip, a short love letter, or notes on a book you want to revisit before the season ends.
What to Do Next
Print the full set, trim each sheet to size, and start gluing the scenes, backgrounds and lined pages into your journal in whatever order tells your own gothic story best.
Frequently Asked Questions
What paper works best for an edgar allan poe junk journal?
Heavyweight matte paper around 24 to 32 lb works best, since it holds rich color without letting ink show through the back. Cardstock also works well for the background and cover pages if you want extra sturdiness.
What printer settings give the best results?
Set your printer to its best or photo quality setting on matte or presentation paper for the richest color. Lower quality settings often wash out the burgundy and gold tones that give these pages their mood.
What size should I print the pages?
Standard US letter or A4 both work well, depending on the journal size you are building. Trim each page down afterward to match your journal’s covers or binding.
Do I need anything beyond the printed pages to finish the journal?
A glue stick, scissors or a paper trimmer, and a fine tip pen for journaling cover most needs. Extra touches like black lace ribbon or a wax seal kit are optional but suit the Poe theme nicely.
Can I color or add to these pages by hand?
Yes, a light wash of watered down paint or a few pencil highlights over the printed scenes adds a personal touch. Keep any additions soft and muted so they match the aged, candlelit mood of the set.