Free Botanical Magazine Image Printables: Vintage Journal Cards & 2-Inch Squares
Quick Overview
Download Includes: 1 sheet of 2” x 3” journal cards + 1 sheet of 2” squares
Theme: Vintage botanical magazine illustrations
Perfect For: Junk journals, art journals, collage, scrapbooking, and handmade cards
Style: Antique, garden-inspired, and richly detailed
About These Free Botanical Printables
The images for this set of free printables are taken from vintage botanical magazine illustrations, filled with beautiful images of flowers and plants. The designs are both scientific and artistic, making them great for crafters who love the balance between historical accuracy and creative charm.
The giveaway includes:
A sheet of 2” x 3” journal cards – Ideal for tucking into journal pockets, layering into collages, or using in your ATC backgrounds.
A sheet of 2” squares – Great for embellishments, tag toppers, or mini collages.
The smaller format makes them easy to print, cut, and adapt for a wide variety of projects, whether you’re decorating a nature journal or adding a botanical element to mixed media art.
How to Use the Botanical Magazine Printables
Here are some ways you can bring these botanical illustrations into your creative projects:
Junk Journals – Add them as tip-ins, journal cards, or decorative collage layers.
Art Journals – Use the squares as focal points for mixed media pages.
Collage Art – Layer them with vintage handwriting, tickets, or textured papers.
Scrapbooking – Frame your garden or outdoor memories with botanical accents.
Handmade Cards – Perfect for spring, summer, or nature-themed greeting cards.
ATCs (Artist Trading Cards) – Use the 2” x 3” size as part of your ATC backgrounds.
Because they’re small and easy to cut, these sheets are also beginner-friendly, making them a quick way to add an authentic vintage look to your projects without needing a large collection of ephemera.
2” x 3” Journal Cards
Why Botanical Ephemera Is So Popular
Botanical prints have long been a favorite for journaling and collage because they:
Add a natural, timeless quality to any page.
Pair well with both soft, romantic layouts and bold, experimental spreads.
Offer a neutral, flexible theme that complements birds, insects, or handwritten ephemera.
Vintage botanical illustrations also carry the charm of old-world printing techniques, where artistry and science merged on the page. This makes them particularly appealing for both garden lovers and mixed-media makers.
Other Free Printables You Might Like
Free Victorian Photo Collage Journal Cards – A set of vintage portraits transformed into journal cards, perfect for adding an old-world touch to your spreads.
Free Printable Insect Ephemera – Intricate insect illustrations to add scientific curiosity and visual texture to your pages.
Free Vintage Flower Ephemera – A beautiful floral collection, perfect for building spring-inspired or garden-themed layouts.
Final Thoughts
These free botanical magazine printables are perfect for anyone who loves combining vintage ephemera with natural themes. Whether you use them as journal cards, embellishments, or collage pieces, their rich details and versatile format make them a must-have for your creative stash.
Download them today and start layering your next project with timeless botanical beauty.
2” Squares
You may also enjoy these free collage sheets.
Terms of use:
Free to use for personal or commercial projects. You may print the collage sheets as many times as you wish for your personal crafts or in your projects to sell, including: art journals, scrapbooks, junk journals, collage art, etc. You may not redistribute or sell the collage sheets “as is" in either print or digital form.
If you wish to share the files on your own website, please do not make the files available for download directly from your site. Instead, include an image with a link back to this site.
To the best of my knowledge, these are all royalty free images that are in the Public Domain in the US. However, you should always do your own research if you plan to use them commercially.
