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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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
AshleyAnn - I ended up not using Mod Podge, but I think you could do a thin coat and it would still be flexible
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
Mindy Howard - I tried this with Mod Podge twice and both times he paper wrinkled up and it looked terrible. What can I do?
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!
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..
Shannon Quinn - Very cute!
Susan - i would love to get updates from your craft site please
Wendy - These are great!
Tammie Hash - I love this idea! Thank you!
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.
Dawn - Ideas like this are wonderful. I belong to a craft group in my community and we’re always looking for quick, easy crafts. Thanks, so much