A quick and easy fix up for a basic notebook. I think it would be cute in a stocking or in a little gift basket with other things…
Supplies: Scrapbooking paper, ribbon, decorative tape, notebook (mine were a pack of 3 for $2.99 from Target), stickers, Mod Podge if you want to seal it
Step 1: Measure scrapbooking paper to fit the cover and a bit on the inside
Step 2: Use spray adhesive to adhere the paper to the notebook (if you want to cover with Mod Podge you could)
Step 3: Hot glue ribbon to the top back of the journal
Step 4: Cover where the tape connects with decorative tape, label or sticker
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I added a few stickers with the initials of the recipients. Cute stuff.
by AshleyAnn
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Linda Bates - These look like grest gifts to give as Jornals and Diaries too if those words were added to the front of the book. Such a pretty inexpensive gift.
Tammie Hash - I love this idea! Thank you!
Wendy - These are great!
Susan - i would love to get updates from your craft site please
Shannon Quinn - Very cute!
cara - love it i cant wate to get home n try it a perfict pressie for my sisters kids.and so fun to do.. thank you for the insperation..
Nicolle S - I can’t believe there are only 4 comments on this post! I love this DIY idea so much and I can’t wait to recreate it. I’m a new fan and I’ve been reading through all your posts. I love your blog!
Mindy Howard - I tried this with Mod Podge twice and both times he paper wrinkled up and it looked terrible. What can I do?
ari Morris - i’ve been missing your posts…they havent’ come through my Reader since Nov 5…so sad! But now i’m up to date.
Ari
AshleyAnn - I ended up not using Mod Podge, but I think you could do a thin coat and it would still be flexible
Lora Grim - Ashley,
I am curious about the spine of these notebooks. Do you put adhesive or mod podge on these or do you leave them untouched so they will be flexible when opening?
Thanks for all the great ideas. Lora