Ravenwood Hall. A rainy October night in 1889. Lady Rosalind Blackwood sat in her reading nook, writing in her private journal. That journal held every secret of the manor. At five minutes to midnight, the candles flickered… And the journal was gone. 🕯 It was never found. But every October, the guests from that night return to Ravenwood Hall as ghosts. One of them knows the truth. This month, you are the detective. 📖 What is this challenge? All October, we'll solve this mystery together, one week at a time. Every week you'll get: - 🍂 A new sticker sheet with fresh "evidence" for your pages - ✂️ One new journaling skill with a short video tutorial - 🔎 A new clue to help you solve the case And you'll build your own casebook: a handmade junk journal full of your pages, clues and theories. By Halloween, you will have: ✨ A finished keepsake journal ✨ Five new journaling skills ✨ A whole community of fellow detectives No experience needed. Beginners are very welcome! 💛 🗓 The case, week by week - Week 1: The Invitation. Arrive at Ravenwood Hall - Week 2: The Investigation. Open the case file - Week 3: Secrets of the Manor. Find what's hidden - Week 4: The Suspects. Meet the ghosts - 🎃 Oct 31: The Reveal. Who took the journal? ⏰ Every week - Thursday: Evidence Drop. New stickers, tutorial video and assignment - Monday: Clue Post. A new clue, and theory chat in the comments - Sunday: Evidence Room. Share your page and win Detective of the Week 🏅 ✂️ What you need - Sticker paper (matte works best) - Scissors and a glue stick - A tea bag or some coffee - A pen - Paper scraps: old envelopes, book pages, tags, receipts, ribbon You don't need anything fancy. The best junk journals are made from things you already have! 🎁 Ways to win - 🏅 Detective of the Week, chosen every Sunday - ⭐ Points for sharing pages, commenting and posting theories - ✉️ The Sealed Accusation: Before Oct 30, write who you think took the journal, seal it in an envelope in your casebook, and post a photo. Everyone who guesses right wins a bonus prize on Halloween!

Hey there, creative souls! 🎨 We're so excited to have you in our community. This thread is your first stop—a place to share a bit about yourself, your passions, and what brings you to our world of journaling, scrapbooking, and all things stationery. Don't know where to start? No worries! Here are a few prompts to get the ink flowing: - Who are you? Feel free to share your name, where you're from, or any fun fact about yourself! - What's your journaling/scrapbooking style? Are you into vintage aesthetics, minimalist designs, or perhaps something entirely unique? - What's one project you're proud of? It could be a journal page, a scrapbook layout, or any creative endeavor you've undertaken. - What are you hoping to discover or achieve here? Whether it's inspiration, tips, or new friends, let us know what you're looking forward to in The PaperWrld Club. Remember, this is a safe and supportive space for creators of all levels and styles. Feel free to express yourself, ask questions, and connect with fellow members. Ready to start this creative journey? Post your introduction below and let's get to know each other! Warmly, The PaperWrld Team 💖