Random and Fun Doodles Perfect for Journaling
- Marie Browning
- Dec 28, 2017
- 2 min read
Updated: Mar 19, 2021
Hi Everyone! Marie Browning here with some random doodles. For this post, I’m presenting
some Random Journal Doodles for your planners, journals, tags or decorating the front of envelopes!
I use products from Tombow to create the Random Journal Doodles, and as their signature Designer, I receive all these products to play with. This coloring method uses Tombow’s wonderful new MONO Drawing Pens and TwinTone Markers!
Step 1: Sketch the Doodles Use a mix media paper, but remember this method works on a wide variety of journal papers and cardstock. For the first step, use a 3H or 4H MONO Drawing Pencil to sketch out your doodle. Use a light touch when sketching to avoid denting your paper.
Step 2: Ink the Doodle Use the MONO Drawing Pen 05 and outline the doodle and any main parts with this thicker pen tip. Step 3: Continue Inking
Use the finer tips of the 03 and 01 MONO Drawing Pens for the details such as the lettering and shade marks. At this time, erase the pencil marks. I like to use the MONO Light Eraser or the medium sized MONO Eraser, white.
Step 4: Add TwinTone Color Add the TwinTone colors by adding a line of color in each part of the doodle. I used colors from both the Bright TwinTone Set and the Pastel TwinTone Set.
Step 5: Blend the color With a brush and water, blend the TwinTone colors. Be careful not to over blend – you may still see the original line of color and that’s okay, it gives the doodle more interest. Let dry completely before moving on to the next step.
Step 6: Add Details With the extra fine tips of the TwinTone Markers, add more interest by adding details to your Random Journal Doodles. It’s these fine colored details that really add fun elements to your doodles.
Here is an un-colored version of the Random Journal Doodles, use it to practice your coloring skills
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Really enjoyed reading this post — the way you showcased those fun, creative doodles makes journaling feel so inviting and joyful. The step-by-step guidance was especially helpful for trying out new techniques. I recently came across a similar discussion on an https://www.inspereza.com/ blog about creative journaling, and it offered some interesting additional ideas.
Really enjoyed this creative and inspiring post — your doodle ideas and step‑by‑step explanations make journaling feel accessible and fun. I especially appreciate how playful yet practical your tips are; it encourages beginners and seasoned artists alike to pick up their pens! While reading, I also came across a discussion on https://www.attn2detail.info/ that highlighted how small artistic touches can enhance everyday creativity, which added an extra layer of appreciation for posts like this. Thanks for sharing such uplifting content!
Really enjoyed this post — the way you broke down each doodle step made it feel so approachable and fun, even for someone who isn’t confident with art. I love how simple ideas can make journaling so much more personal and creative. Reading this reminded me of how small creative habits help with clarity and reflection (something I also saw discussed in a https://thesagelawgroup.ca/ context recently about finding small ways to stay grounded in your routines). Thanks for the inspiration!