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DIY Idea Journal

05/15/2015 · Kelly Rowe · 14 Comments

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I made a fabulous “Idea Journal” using great products from Office Depot as part of a sponsored post for Socialstars. #GearLove

Friends, if I haven’t said it before, let me say it now — I love office supplies!  For me, an office supply store is a like a toy store is for a child.  I get giddy and spend more money than need be because I must have that pen and those post its… and, um, did you see that cute notebook?  That’s my thought process while there… a little cray-cray, I know.

A few weeks ago I attended Snap and heard the fabulous ladies (Emma and Elsie) behind A Beautiful Mess speak.  One of the many things that stood out to me was the concept of keeping an Idea Journal.  Elsie talked about how important it is to keep your creative juices flowing and to take time every day to jot down ideas in an idea journal.

I’ve been obsessing about the idea now and thought it was about time to get to it.  Sure, I could have bought an ordinary notebook or a fancy journal, but as a DIYer and office supply lover — I thought I would put myself to the challenge and head off to my local Office Depot for supplies.  Office Depot has a huge selection for everything from home office and school supplies to gear for the craftiest of crafters (like me… hee-hee).  And here is what I came up with…

Turn an ordinary composition notebook into a fabulous Idea Journal using office supplies from Office Depot!  www.livelaughrowe.comSupplies:

Recycled Composition Notebook (kraft color)
Paisley Duct Tape
See Jane Work® Permanent Self-Adhesive Labels
Scissors
Black File Band, optional
Plaid Post-it® Printed Flags, optional

Also pictured above:  
See Jane Work® Binder Clips
Jumbo Paper Clips with See Jane Work® Fabric Magnets attached

*Note:  All of the supplies used in this post and that are pictured were purchased at Office Depot.

Turn an ordinary composition notebook into a fabulous Idea Journal using office supplies from Office Depot!  www.livelaughrowe.comStep One:  Attach Duct Tape.

Turn an ordinary composition notebook into a fabulous Idea Journal using office supplies from Office Depot!  www.livelaughrowe.comI chose to attach my duct tape to the binding of the Composition Notebook; however, you could cover the entire notebook if you’d like {smile}.

Step Two:  Add Personalized Adhesive Label.

Turn an ordinary composition notebook into a fabulous Idea Journal using office supplies from Office Depot!  www.livelaughrowe.comThese awesome sauce See Jane Work® Self-Adhesive Labels allow you to print on them using the Avery Template 2225.  I used one of my favorite fonts (Heartwell) to personalize it with “Idea Journal.”  Simply print and attach to your (new) idea journal.

Step Three:  Add Extras.

Turn an ordinary composition notebook into a fabulous Idea Journal using office supplies from Office Depot!  www.livelaughrowe.comUse the incredibly adorable plaid post-it flags to mark off pages and using your black file band to keep your notebook sealed.  This will come in super handy if you start to add loose sheets of paper, etc.   I love having both of these goodies on-hand, PLUS they add a little subtle bling.

Turn an ordinary composition notebook into a fabulous Idea Journal using office supplies from Office Depot!  www.livelaughrowe.comWhat do you think?  Feeling inspired? Even if you don’t make your own, I do hope you’re inspired to start an idea journal.  It can be for food, doodling, pictures, crafts, quotes, etc.  I dare you to Google idea journals — then click on the images tab.  HOLY INSPIRATION, batman.  I was beaming ear to ear with excitement.  The possibilities are endless!

You can gear up for great and find just about anything you need for so many creative and organizational projects at Office Depot.  Show off your Gear Love on your social media channels by using the hashtag #GearLove!  I’ll keep a look out too!

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  1. jenni farnes says

    05/15/2015 at 7:57 am

    i LOVE the transformation! i am a long-time journaler and need to be more organized with my idea journals as well as my other journals. this is adorable. where did you get the heartwell font? it is so perfect! was the black file band found at office depot? thank you for sharing all your inspiration….

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    • Kelly Rowe says

      05/15/2015 at 9:42 am

      Hi Jenni 🙂 Thanks so much for loving on my idea journal 🙂 Unfortunately, the Heartwell Font isn’t free, I purchased that in a bundle of fonts from Design Cuts. You can also purchase is at Creative Market for $15. I addd the links to all of the supplies used… the black file bands are from Office Depot. Have a lovely weekend.

  2. Gail says

    05/15/2015 at 9:18 am

    Hi, Kelly. Love this idea but when I checked online at Office Depot I don’t see any composition notebooks without all the writing all over the front. Any suggestions as I think this is a super cute idea but I don’t want the big block in the middle that says composition notebook, college ruled, or whatever. Also, where did you find the paperclips with the cute little blue buttons or did you make those?

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    • Kelly Rowe says

      05/15/2015 at 9:45 am

      Hi Gail 🙂 Thanks so much for loving on my project. All of the products and supplies are from Office Depot. I added a link to the composition notebook I used. Those are your standard jumbo paper clips with See Jane Work Magnets (from Office Depot) attached to them 🙂 Another little craft I whipped up! Happy creating!

  3. Julie Blanner says

    05/15/2015 at 2:23 pm

    That tape is everything! So adorable!

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    • Kelly Rowe says

      05/16/2015 at 10:47 am

      Thanks Julie! I really appreciate it. It turned out so great! Have a wonderful weekend. xo.

  4. Liz says

    05/16/2015 at 7:22 am

    I LOVE this idea (my “idea journal” is scraps of paper scattered throughout my kitchen!). And personalizing your notebook makes it so pretty—and easy to spot. Thanks for the inspiration!

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    • Kelly Rowe says

      05/16/2015 at 10:48 am

      Appreciate it Liz! I think putting those scraps of paper into an “idea journal” is just what you need. 🙂 Have a great weekend. HUGS.

  5. Lily Lau says

    05/16/2015 at 12:31 pm

    Feeling completely inspired, yes! Thank you so much, Kelly 😀

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    • Kelly Rowe says

      05/21/2015 at 6:52 am

      Appreciate it Lily! I’m so glad your inspired by this post. 🙂 I’m sure you will love not only making one these, but using it as well. Have a wonderful day. xo.

  6. Amy Anderson says

    05/17/2015 at 8:10 am

    I need all of it – I especially love those little plaid flags!!

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    • Kelly Rowe says

      05/21/2015 at 6:53 am

      Aren’t the plaid flags adorable? Hope you’ll go pick up some of these great products and make one for yourself. Enjoy the rest of your week. HUGS.

  7. Kim says

    07/19/2015 at 3:22 pm

    I’m with you on LOVING office supplies! Great idea to get all my creative ideas in one place! Wonderful post!

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  8. Yana says

    04/24/2021 at 10:04 pm

    Hi. Its so beautiful and amazing because its a pretty color you use to make a planner. I really like it. Thank you so much for give me inspire. 😀😀

    Reply

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