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It’s August, which means two things. Cooler temperatures coming and time for Back to School!
It’s strange for me to make a big deal about that since I’m been out of school forever and I don’t have kids of my own going either. But I still get excited when I see sales on school supplies and find myself stocking up on notebooks and such, call them “office supplies”. And these “office supplies” need a personal touch.
So let the school crafts begin.
Cute Back to School Tutorial Round Up
Pouches and Cases
Because you can’t have enough places to stash supplies.
- Diy Watermelon Zipper Pouch – You can also try making lemon or orange pouches.
- 3 Creative School DIYs: DIY Ice Cream & Piano Pencil Cases + DIY Animal Pencil Cases out of Socks – It’s a video with some cute ideas.
- Monster Pencil Case Back to School Craft for Kids – This one is easy for kids to make.
- Binder Pouch Tutorial – It’s a nice pouch, uses grommets and some vinyl.
- Three Ring Binder Pencil Case Sewing Tutorial – A zippered pouch with two sections.
- Pencil cases – These ones are very cute and use Velcro.
- Roll up Cord Holder – Good for chargers or ear buds.
- Upcycled Soda Box Pencil Cases – This one looks surprisingly cool.
Pencils and Pens
Cute ways to jot down everything from homework to shopping lists.
- Sparkler Pencils – Great for Summer too.
- Ribbon Wrapped Pens Tutorial – My own tutorial.
- Diy Neon Pens – Super easy and cool.
- Painted Back to School Pencils – A classic.
- Diy Confetti Pencils – This one’s my favorite. :)
Notebooks and Binders
Cute binders make organizing fun and notebook make great gifts!
- Notebook Folder Tutorial – It’s like a case for a notepad.
- Fabric Covered Books – A great alternative to store-bought book covers.
- Easy Heart Design Journal – This one is particularly cute and easy.
- Diy Notebooks – Decorate notebooks with pretty paper and labels.
- Diy Washi Tape Binder Covers – This one is brilliant!
Backpacks and Bags
Carry your books or lunch in cute style.
- DIY Easy Backpack from Scratch | DIY Rilakkuma Backpack – Who wouldn’t want a bear shaped back pack?
- Lunch Box Bag Tutorial – Has a more sophisticated look to it, but I would love to see it made from a kawaii print fabric.
- Diy Rainbow Watercolor Backpack – This looks so pretty and easy too.
- Notebook Lunch bag Tutorial – This one looks really cool.
Organization
Because back to school clutter happens.
- Free Printable Binder Clip Labels – Intended for the classroom, but it works at home too.
- Button Bookmarks – Made with paper clips, could use just as clips too.
- Mug Organizer – This one would make a nice teacher gift too.
- Rainbow Crayon Holder – Uses recycled cans and would be good to teach kids their colors.
- Diy Wood Caddy – Similar idea to the crayon holder.
- Organize Office Supplies in Style with a Plastic Parts Chest. – This one is my favorite.
School Supplies for Dolls and Toys
Because they are so darn cute!
- American Girl Doll Diy Mini Notebooks – Teeny little notebooks for your favorite doll.
- Miniature Kawaii Crayons (Actually Works) and Box – A cute video, make this cute box of crayons or just watch.
- DIY - How to Make: POKEMON - Doll Draw String Backpack – A simple drawstring backpack with a familiar face.
A few useful supplies:
