booklets {tutorial}

Do you need a simple project for an easter basket, party favor or something fun to jot down notes in?

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How about making one of these booklets.

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Here is what you’ll need:

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:: booklet template {download pink or orange at the end of the post}

:: multiple sheets of text-weight paper

:: sewing machine, paper cutter

:: rubber stamps & ink to personalize

STEP ONE: trim template to size {7 x 5}

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STEP TWO: cut filler paper to size {4.875 x 6.875}

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I stacked four sheets so when folded my booklets would have eight blank sheets. You could add as many or few as you’d like.

You’ll have this:

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STEP THREE: fold the booklet cover and inside pages in half

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STEP FOUR: assemble the booklet

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STEP FIVE: stitch along the folded line using a straight stitch

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See? So simple.

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You can embellish the front however you like … I used my favorite letter stamps to personalize, but handwriting or stickers would also be darling.

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Add it to the easter basket along with colored pencils or crayons for a cute handmade sketchbook.

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To download the printable pdf, please click on the color you’d like to print.

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Enjoy!

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