Are you a fan of pretty notebooks? Do you always like to keep one to hand? Then these easy DIY pocket notebooks are for you.

Simple and inexpensive to make they can be whipped up in less than half an hour. Complete with paper pockets in both the front and back cover you’ll never loose a receipt or ticket again.

Learn how to make your own notebook using scrap paper. These DIY notebooks are quick to put together and make a fantastic last-minute homemade gift idea.

They're a great way to recycle cereal boxes and use up pretty scraps of paper that you have lying around the house. Use them to keep track of daily tasks, jot down shopping lists, to-do lists or simply use them to doodle.

Raise your hand if you have more notebooks than you'll ever need but can't help buying more. Yeah, me too 😉 I'm a bit of a notebook-aholic. I have all different shapes and sizes but absolute favourites are the pocket size notebooks you can pop in your bag. Perfect for jotting down notes or lists while I'm out and about.

Getting ready to head back to school? Protect your books with these easy DIY book covers.

Use your favourite wrapping paper, wallpaper or even upcycled brown paper bags to create your own personalised dust jackets. Your books will be well-protected and look stylish all year long.