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DIY Notepad 2026

Make a 2026 Notepad – Plan Your Year Your Way

Want a simple and personal way to plan all of 2026? With this DIY 2026 Notepad, you can create your own planner that shows the whole year at a glance. It’s like having a mini calendar and notes section together in one handy notepad that you can carry or keep on your desk.

This notepad is flexible and low-stress. You can add notes, to-do lines, or even stickers to personalize it. It’s perfect to carry in your bag, place on your desk, or leave next to your planner. Every day, you’ll have 2026 right where you need it. Whether you want to remember birthdays, track goals, or never forget an appointment again, this DIY is a helpful and creative way to plan your year. Ready to make your own? Let’s get started—and don’t forget to visit our Planner Collections for more planner templates to support your planning journey.

Template

How to Export PDF

How to Export this Template from Planify Pro:
Inserts: Go to Save/Export -> All Pages -> Paper -> Select A4 -> Click Batch Generate PDF

How to Print PDF

Print templates at 100% scale, front side only.

You will need

Materials:

  • Regular Paper 80gsm
  • Chipboard
  • White Glossy Sticker Paper
  • Car Watch
  • Double sided tape
  • PVA Glue

Equipments:

  • Heavy Duty Paper cutter
  • Cutter to cut Chipboard
  • Bookpress

Instructions:

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    Cut the template to size using a heavy duty paper cutter
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    Clip/press the notepad template using a bookpress
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    Apply PVA Glue at the top, let it dry 15min
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    Prepare chipboard to following sizes: Piece 1: 9cm x 12cm, Piece 2: 9cm x 7cm, Piece 3: 9cm x 4cm, Piece 4: 9cm x 4cm
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    Print the cover design on white glossy sticker paper
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    Place the chipboards on to the cover, 2mm gap between each chipboard
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    Cut off the access sticker paper (keep it)
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    Fold in the sides
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    Use the remaining sticker paper cover and place it in the inside of the cover so that the remaining piece is extended at the 4th chipboard.
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    Fold the remaining piece of the inside cover
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    Score the cover
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    Fold the cover and pieces to form a shape like this
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    Take the notepad, apply double sided tape to back
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    Place the notepad on to the cover
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    Take a Car Watch and Remove it’s adhesive at the back
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    Place it in the middle of the notepad’s headboard
Print templates at 100% scale, front side. Print the cover design on white glossy sticker paper at 100% scale at best quality, borderless

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