How to Make a DIY Notepad with Cover and Folding Chipboard Case
This DIY notepad with cover tutorial shows you how to make a custom PVA-bound notepad housed inside a multi-panel folding chipboard cover. The folding cover wraps around the notepad like a protective case, keeping it clean and stylish whether it sits on your desk or travels in your bag.
The folding cover design uses four chipboard pieces connected by sticker paper with small gaps between them, creating flexible hinge points that let the cover fold in sections. This gives the notepad a premium, gift-worthy look while still being easy to make with basic supplies. You can also add optional decorative elements like a small clock, stickers, or labels to personalize the cover.
In this step-by-step guide, you will learn how to print and trim your notepad pages, bind them with PVA glue, build a four-panel folding cover from chipboard and sticker paper, line the inside with white sticker paper for a clean finish, and mount the notepad onto the cover using double-sided tape. Customize your notepad designs and covers using templates from Planify Pro. Visit our Planner Collections for more planner templates to support your planning journey.
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