There is always an appropriate time to make a card or paper project. So today I thought a small project was in order. Who can't use a cute book to go in their pocket or purse. These can be made any color of card stock you have. The note pads can be bought or make them yourself, that is very simple also.

You want to start with the pad first, make or buy. First step is to measure and add 1/4 inch to width and length. Then add another 1/4 inch on the side you are going to make your fold over.

Saying: your notepad measures 3 1/2 x 5 and you are going to open it like a book then your card stock would be cut at 7 1/2 x 5 1/4. You would then score with the 7 1/2" side to the top of scoreboard at 3 5/8 and 3 7/8.

This will allow you a 1/8" border all around as well as 1/4" for spine. I have found if you have the little finger hold to open the cover it works better. This is my opinion, you could make it flush with the notepad and it will work just fine also.

Now to attach the notepad to the back of the folder. This can be done several ways. Since I am only using card stock as the cover I choose to glue the cardboard of the notepad to the back cover. This only makes it sturdier. Place it up against the scored line not over it but just butted up against it. You want the spine to be free to open and close properly. Making sure you have your 1/8 " border on the other (3) sides.

Okay you are ready to decorate as you choose. I tend to decorate my books flatter so as not to get mangled in pocket or purse.  Add a pen with this and it makes a wonderful gift. You can make these any size if you remember the size rule. Also, to make your own notepads is not hard either. I will cover that in another post.

Just to show you what an assorted color or size can do.

                                                                                                       Enjoy