DIY Planner Binder

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If you follow DIY Adulation on any of our social media channels, you already know my passion for planning.  (If you aren’t following you should be.  Find DIY Adulation on these channels: Facebook * Twitter * Pinterest * Google+ * Instagram.  Don’t worry, I’ll wait for you here while you do that.)  Now that we’re all on the same page, here is the reveal of this awesome DIY planner binder that is beautiful and sparkly (just the way you love it)!

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August is the start of a fresh planner in my house.  (Find out why here.) This year I’m actually changing from a smaller planner to an 8.5 x 11 planner.  These means needing a fresh new binder to hold it and the result is fantastic!  This DIY planner binder is so easy to make that you’ll want to start decorating all of your organizing binders.

 

This DIY planner binder is so easy to make that you’ll never go back to store bought!

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Materials

 

This DIY planner binder is so easy to make that you’ll never go back to store bought!

Step 1

Tip: I chose to put a piece of paper in the top of the clear pocket on the cover of the binder to keep it from sealing.  If you don’t care if the pocket is usable, you don’t have to do this.

Put a coat of Mod Podge on the front cover of your binder.

Step 2

With the binder on a protected surface, pour a generous amount of glitter over the entire front cover.

Step 3

Shake off excess and allow to dry completely.

**Repeat steps 1 through 3 until achieving your desired look.

 

This DIY planner binder is so easy to make that you’ll never go back to store bought!

Step 4

Fill in any gaps or light areas there might be by covering the areas with more Mod Podge and covering with glitter. Allow to dry completely.

Step 5

Put a final coat of Mod Podge on to seal the glitter and allow it to dry completely.

Tip: If you are still having trouble with glitter coming off on your hands after applying the last coat, spray the cover with a sealant spray.

 

This DIY planner binder is so easy to make that you’ll never go back to store bought!

Step 6

Place a piece of paper or newspaper over the glittered area and secure in to place with painters tape.

 

This DIY planner binder is so easy to make that you’ll never go back to store bought!

Step 7

Open binder and place on a protected area with the covers facing up.  Spray paint it and allow paint to dry.

Tip: Depending on the color of your paint and the color of your binder, it could take multiple coats to cover.  The white binder I used took 2 full coats and one touch-up.

 

This DIY planner binder is so easy to make that you’ll never go back to store bought!

Step 8

Carefully remove the tape and paper covering the glitter.  Fill with your choice of printable planners (I recommend our awesome Family Planner this one is no longer available) and you’re ready to go.

 

This DIY planner binder is so easy to make that you’ll never go back to store bought!

 

It is that easy to create you own custom DIY planner binder!  Personalize your colors, sizes, and more without the hefty price tag!  How will you personalize your planner?  Let me know in the comments and don’t forget to get a free copy of the Family Planner monthly calendar and cleaning schedule when you subscribe to our Newsletter!

 

This DIY planner binder is so easy to make that you’ll never go back to store bought!

This DIY planner binder is so easy to make that you’ll never go back to store bought!

 

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DIY Chalkboard Key Organizer

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Organization is about 10% method and 90% convenience.  You can have the best organization systems in place but if they aren’t convenient they will fail.  Keys are a prime example of an item in your home that probably has a specific place in your home but it isn’t convenient when you walk through the door.  Therefore, it isn’t utilized (not that I speak from experience or anything… ahem.)

Key hooks make a great storage solution but if you don’t like the look of them you put them where no one will see them (the back of a cabinet door, for example).  If no one else can see them, neither can you which means you won’t use them.  This DIY chalkboard key organizer totally solves that.

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Stop misplacing your keys with this super simple and pretty DIY!

Materials

Step 1

Prepare your frame by removing the glass and all inserts.

Stop misplacing your keys with this super simple and pretty DIY!

Step 2

Prop your frame on its side (landscape style) and glue 4 picture hooks to the bottom, evenly spaced.

*You can measure if you want to be exact but I chose to just eyeball it.

*Your props also don’t have to be fancy (like my awesome tissue box and water bottle above).

Step 3

Allow the glue to dry 24 hours.

**This is important.  Do not skip this step or you will compromise the strength of the adhesive and it won’t hold your keys.

 

Stop misplacing your keys with this super simple and pretty DIY!

Step 4

While your glue is drying, measure your chalkboard using the paper insert included in your frame.  Place it at the corner of the chalkboard paper and cut out your piece using the paper insert as a guide.

 

Stop misplacing your keys with this super simple and pretty DIY!

Step 5

Remove the backing from the adhesive chalkboard and place it directly onto the glass from your frame.

 

Stop misplacing your keys with this super simple and pretty DIY!

Step 6

After allowing your glue to dry completely, spray paint both sides of your frame with the metallic spray paint (including the added hooks).  Allow each layer to dry completely before adding another or turning over the frame.

*The color of your frame will determine the number of coats you need.  For the frame I used, it took 2 coats.

 

Stop misplacing your keys with this super simple and pretty DIY!

Step 7

Once your frame has finished drying, reassemble and hang it by the door you normally enter/exit your home through.

 

This DIY chalkboard key organizer puts your keys where you need them and saves you time getting out the door. Find out how to make it easily!

Now you have not only have a convenient place to store your keys but also a place to write reminders for yourself and your family. Change up the style easily by choosing a different paint color. You can even buy adhesive chalkboard paper in multiple colors. The combinations are endless so that you can make your organization fit your home decor! 

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Want more organization?  Check out all of our organization projects!

DIY Stamped Patriotic Napkins

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Summer is a time for celebrations, sun, and (hopefully) more time for crafting. These celebrations don’t have mean excess waste for you though. Cloth napkins are an excellent way to save money, save the planet, and prevent mounds of trash for you after a gathering. That doesn’t mean you can’t have something cute and festive to use, though. Even better, they also don’t have to cost you a fortune. These simple stamped patriotic cloth napkins are perfect for summer BBQ’s and celebrations.

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Spruce up your summer BBQ easily! These patriotic napkins are so simple to make that you can get the kiddos involved in making them.

 

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Spruce up your summer BBQ easily! These patriotic napkins are so simple to make that you can get the kiddos involved in making them.

 

Materials

 

 

Spruce up your summer BBQ easily! These patriotic napkins are so simple to make that you can get the kiddos involved in making them.

Step 1

Cut your towels into fourths.  If you would like you can hem the edges, but I like the look of the rough edges so I chose not to. (Don’t worry; they still hold up great even if you don’t hem them.)


Update:

  • We have been using these for a year now and they are still holding up great despite many washing and 3 rambunctious kids using them! 

 

 

Spruce up your summer BBQ easily! These patriotic napkins are so simple to make that you can get the kiddos involved in making them.

Spruce up your summer BBQ easily! These patriotic napkins are so simple to make that you can get the kiddos involved in making them.

Step 2

Dip your stamps in the fabric paint and stamp onto towel.

Tips:

  • It is easier to control your paint if you use a paintbrush to apply it to the stamps, especially the flag. This will let you place the separate colors where you choose. If you’re not worried about it, you can simply dip your stamp.
  • If you notice, I chose to do one flag and a bunch of stars. Feel free to change it up and do whatever pattern you want.  You will notice a difference in the ones I stamped and the ones the kiddos did.

 

 

Spruce up your summer BBQ easily! These patriotic napkins are so simple to make that you can get the kiddos involved in making them.

 

Step 3

Allow your paint to dry completely. 

Tip:

  • If you let your children help with this project, the napkins that they stamp will take probably take longer to dry. Kids tend to stamp the paint on thicker.

 

 

Spruce up your summer BBQ easily! These patriotic napkins are so simple to make that you can get the kiddos involved in making them.

Step 4

Once your napkins are completely dry, run them through the dryer on medium or high heat for a full cycle. This will help set the paint.

 

Spruce up your summer BBQ easily! These patriotic napkins are so simple to make that you can get the kiddos involved in making them.

 

Step 5

One you have set the paint, you can wash and dry them as usual. Next, just use at your next gathering and enjoy!

 

Spruce up your summer BBQ easily! These patriotic napkins are so simple to make that you can get the kiddos involved in making them.

Spruce up your summer BBQ easily! These patriotic napkins are so simple to make that you can get the kiddos involved in making them.

Spruce up your summer BBQ easily! These patriotic napkins are so simple to make that you can get the kiddos involved in making them.

Spruce up your summer BBQ easily! These patriotic napkins are so simple to make that you can get the kiddos involved in making them.

The stamps you choose to use can vary the look of these greatly. I like the messy look of the Tim Holtz stamp because it reminds me of all our flag has been through. If you want a cleaner look, choose a flag stamp with large, clear lines. These patriotic napkins are so simple to make that you can get the kiddos involved in making them. Kids will love using a napkin that they helped create and they will be happy to show them off at your summer parties. Want more fun patriotic crafts? Take a look at these DIY Patriotic Crafts to get your fix!

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