DIY Notebook
We love journals and lists, and we especially love this adorable reading notebook by De Jolies Choses (Lucile). Shop supplies at the link below.
We R Makers :
Journal Book Binding Guide: https://americancrafts.com/products/w...
Bea Valint - Sketchbook Collection :
Stickers (ac-315949)
Puffy Stickers (ac-315951)
12 x 12 Paper Pad (ac-315945)
Sticker Book (ac-315950)
DIRECTIONS:
Creating the notebook cover:
Cut two pieces of the same patterned paper: one to 15cm x 11.5cm and the other to 15cm x 19.5cm. Fold the second at 11.5cm and 14cm.
Cut another piece of the same paper to 15cm x 4.5cm. Fold at 1cm and 3.5cm.
Assemble the pieces to form the cover.
Creating the notebook:
Cut out a 15cm x 22cm piece of patterned paper, fold at 11cm.
Cut out 4 pieces of white paper to 15cm x 20cm, fold at 10cm.
Form the notebook.
Assembly :
Using the Journal Book Binding Guide, punch holes on the edge of the cover and on the notebook.
Using thread and a needle, bind the notebook and the cover following the holes.
Repeat the same steps for the cover.
Decorate your reading notebook.
TIPS & TRICKS:
You can add multiple notebooks to your reading notebook with for example wish lists, reading trackers etc. Just be sure to enlarge the spine of your notebook.
SKILL LEVEL: Beginner
CRAFTING TIME:
2-3 Hours
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