DIY Back To School Supplies

 

10 DIY Back To School Supplies

Going back to school isn’t exactly on every kid’s favorite thing to do. But you can make going back to school a more enjoyable experience for your kid with these back to school DIY projects. Create unique school supplies that will put the cool back in going back to school.

From Old Notebooks to Back to School Ready Notebooks

DIY Back to School Notebook Jacket via Fellow Fellow

This is the perfect back to school DIY if you have old, half used notebooks lying around from previous school years. You can give them an update with these simple yet chic notebook jackets. Personalize it by stamping the front cover, washi taping the edges, or embroidering your name on the back cover.

Bookplate Stickers

Bookplates via Lavender’s Blue Designs

Although mostly used in books, these free printable bookplate designs can also be used in other back to school supplies such as notebooks, laptops, and file organizers. Younger children can create their own unique designs using photos of their favorite characters.

Literally, A Notebook Bag

Cute Notebook Tote Bag via Come Together Kids

The backpack may be the king of school bags, but this cute notebook tote bag is coming very close to taking that title. Using only a canvas tote bag, Sharpies, and embroidery thread, this back to school couldn’t be any simpler. You can also let your kids in on the fun by letting them doodle on their “notebook.”
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Milk Jug Lunch Box

Milk Jug Lunchbox via Creme de la Craft

Packed lunch has never been this cute – and it’ll only cost you $1. Take any empty milk jug and follow the steps here to create your very own lunch box. Aside from a lunch box, you can also use it as containers for your school supplies to keep your desk organized.

Sweater Laptop Sleeve

DIY Laptop Sleeve via Apartment Therapy

Too many ugly sweaters taking up space in your closet? Re-purpose them into laptop or tablet sleeves for your back to school tech. Add sequins, buttons, ribbons, and other knick knacks to add your own flavor to your laptop sleeve.

Back to School Locker Accessories: Clothespin Magnets

Locker Accessories via Arts & Crafts Magazine

Attach a small magnet on one of the flat surfaces of wooden clothespins for a new way to display photos and notes inside your locker. You can either use paint or Sharpies to personalize your clothespins magnets.
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