DIY Dream Journals

2 min read September 13, 2026 Tonya Coleman
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I recently designed a Dream Sleepover Party for my daughter’s 9th birthday and was looking for a party favor that could double as a party activity and match the party’s theme. This DIY journal was it! Since Riley’s sleepover had a smaller guest count, I decided to splurge a little and make all the girls their own DIY Dream Journal. Want to see how to make it? Let’s get started.

Project Time
15 to 25 min
Difficulty
Beginner
Step
1

Draw a 6.5″ cloud shape out of a white Foam Sheet. Cut it out with scissors.

DIY Dream Journals step 1
Step
2

Remove the adhesive backing and place the cloud on the front cover of the Color Me Doodle Journal.

DIY Dream Journals step 2
Step
3

Embellish the edge of the cloud with Green Adhesive Jewels.

DIY Dream Journals step 3
Step
4

Using the Adhesive Letters, attach the word DREAM in the middle of the foam cloud. TIP: The package of Adhesive Letters & Numbers comes with 7 sheets in 7 different colors. Each sheet has enough letters to spell the word DREAM two times. So, one pack will make 14 journals.

DIY Dream Journals step 4
Step
5

Using a thin Sharpie marker, add a few doodles to the cloud.

DIY Dream Journals step 5
Step
6

That’s it! You have a super easy and a fun party favor your guests will love. I made these DIY Dream Journals and DIY Monogrammed Pillows as party favors to match my daughter’s Dreams Sleepover Party. Be sure to check out the recipe for Jelly Syrup too. The syrup goes perfectly with waffles the morning after a slumber party.

DIY Dream Journals step 6

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