Easy DIY Post-It Note & Pen Holder – Cute Giftable Craft Idea (Video)

Categories: 3D Projects, All Occasion, Classes, Die-Cut/Emboss, Flowers, Nature, Product tips/highlights

handmade DIY post it note and pen holder using patterned paper and embellishments

If you love projects that are both pretty and practical…

this one is for you!

Today I’m sharing a simple Post-It note and pen holder that’s perfect for:

quick gifts
craft fair ideas
or adding a little beauty to your own desk

Because sometimes the best projects aren’t just decorative…

they’re useful too.

What I love about this project is how approachable it is.

You don’t need complicated techniques or a long list of supplies.

Just a simple base, a few layers, and thoughtful details that bring it all together.

It’s the kind of project you can:

recreate easily
personalize with your own supplies
and make again and again

I also had a little fun with this one and pulled in some upcoming products…

And if you’re anything like me, getting a sneak peek of what’s coming is always exciting

Projects like this are also a great reminder…

that organization doesn’t have to be boring.

It can be creative, functional, and something you actually enjoy using every day.

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I’ll be sharing more ideas and inspiration at the Paper Crafters Get Organized Summit this weekend and would love you to join me.

Simple projects like this are a great way to:

create something meaningful
use what you already have
and enjoy the process along the way

And this one is definitely worth making again and again.

Project Layers (Imperial):

3-3/4” x 9-1/2” score 3-1/2”, 7”, 8”, 9” Basic Beige CS
5-3/4” x 3” score 3 sides ½” and 1” Basic Beige CS
3-5/8” x 3-3/8” DSP
3-5/8” x 1-7/8” DSP
2-1/2” x 1” Pearlized Specialty Paper-die cut
3” x 1-1/4” Cloud Cover CS- die cut
2-1/4” x 1-1/4” Basic White CS- die cut
Approx. 10” and 5”

I have created a printable recipe with the complete supply list and cut dimensions for you. Simply click the button below to access the printable file.

Print Project Recipe

Ready to get started? Check out the full video tutorial to see this project come together step by step. Watch the video replay below and be sure to leave me a comment.

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Wasn’t that super easy?

Did this project spark any ideas for your next project? I’d love to know—what paper, colors, or theme would you try first? Drop a comment below and tell me what you’d make.

Don’t forget to join me for some LIVE papercrafting every Tuesday at 12:30PM ET on my YouTube Channel where we will play with some new goodies from the current Catalogs! Jump on over and follow me now. Looking forward to seeing you and your crafty friends for our next LIVE papercrafting class!

Hope You Enjoy,

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