Art Journaling Inspiration: Creative Ideas and Projects
about me
art journaling
art journaling
Hi! I'm Louise Muzio. I am passionate about art journaling, mixed media and upcycling.
maycontainpaper is my place to share art and upcycle projects and learn from others in the creative community. I have been very fortunate to have several of my art projects published in multiple magazines.
Despite the digital format of this website I
Hi! I'm Louise Muzio. I am passionate about art journaling, mixed media and upcycling.
maycontainpaper is my place to share art and upcycle projects and learn from others in the creative community. I have been very fortunate to have several of my art projects published in multiple magazines.
Despite the digital format of this website I am totally analogue at heart and enjoy working with papers, art supplies and vintage ephemera.
Everything I share here
may contain paper.
art journaling
art journaling
art journaling
An art journal is an analogue space where words, imagery and mixed media combine as a personal form of visual expression.
A place to commit thoughts and experiences while immersing yourself in a process of mindful creativity.
I love to source unique and interesting papers and materials for use in art journals and also create my own range
An art journal is an analogue space where words, imagery and mixed media combine as a personal form of visual expression.
A place to commit thoughts and experiences while immersing yourself in a process of mindful creativity.
I love to source unique and interesting papers and materials for use in art journals and also create my own range of books and scrapbook papers for art journalers and crafters.
upcycling
art journaling
upcycling
Upcycling is the perfect way to get a little more use out of the things we no longer use.
We are all surrounded by accumulated and unwanted stuff. Get creative by looking for the potential in discarded items.
I love to find new uses for old stuff and enjoy incorporating upcycled materials in art journals and craft projects.
Project shown - cookie cutter trinket trays
published journals, articles & projects
Art Journaling Magazine January 2026
Art Journaling Magazine January 2026
Art Journaling Magazine January 2026
Feature in Art Journaling magazine
2024 Artist Almanac
Art Journaling Magazine January 2026
Art Journaling Magazine January 2026
I was fortunate to be selected as a collaborating artist on the 2024 Artist Almanac.
Art Journaling
Art Journaling Magazine January 2026
Art Journaling
Eight page feature 'Back to Art School' in Art Journaling magazine by Stampington Publishing
GreenCraft
Strawberry Moon Art Journal
Art Journaling
Ooh! Cover girl! My upcycled plant forks project was featured in GreenCraft magazine with a front cover too.
Strawberry Moon Art Journal
Strawberry Moon Art Journal
Strawberry Moon Art Journal
A two page article 'It's All In The Practice' with art journal spreads published in Strawberry Moon magazine
Somerset Studio
Strawberry Moon Art Journal
Strawberry Moon Art Journal
A ten page article featuring my hand crafted art book in mixed media magazine, Somerset Studio.
In Her Garden
In Her Garden
In Her Garden
Featured article in the this beautiful gardening publication, In Her Garden
journal pages
upcycle projects
photo credit Stampington
upcycled trinket bowls
photo credit Stampington
photo credit Stampington
cacti cups
photo credit Stampington
embroidery embellished clutch
mini hot chocolate ornaments
bread bag tag embellished clutch