INSIDE : Learn how to create and make a Simple Watercolor Notebook. Paint your own gorgeous watercolor cover and then add in the pages, this is a fun project for all ages.

This post may contain affiliate links. See my full disclosure here.
This post has been updated since it’s original post date of August 2014.
I’m a huge list maker. I adore paper and always have a handful of notebooks on hand to keep those lists under control. Making this Simple Watercolor Notebook was so fun to put together!
What supplies do I need to make a DIY Watercolor notebook?
Watercolor Paper
Watercolor paint set
Chipboard
Scissors
Sponge Brush
Mod Podge
Object for folding

How to make a notebook using a watercolor cover:
I first, took a plain sheet of watercolor paper and lightly drew a diamond pattern on it. Then, I slowly started filling in the diamonds with my watercolor.
Once, the watercolor was dry I was able to erase the pencil marks.
Note: If you aren’t into watercolors, another option for the cover would be your favorite scrapbook paper.

Next, I took five or six sheets of lined copy paper and folded them in half. I had already cut the sheets down, so when folded they would be a perfect long skinny notebook size.
Then, I laid out the lined paper onto my chipboard sheet and cut it to size, too. Folding chipboard is a little harder, so I used a straight edge ruler, but really anything hard will work to help fold the sheet.

Then, it’s time to cut down the watercolor cover sheet. I laid the sheet down and traced my chipboard overtop to create the pretty top.
Add a few staples along the center seam to keep everything in place.

Homemade Notebook:
This is a perfect notebook to keep in your purse for those random lists that come to you while out and about running errands!

I’m using mine for a Summer to do list with my two kiddos before school starts up again.


Are you a huge list person like me? If so, this is the perfect project for you to show off your personality while keeping organized!
Speaking of paper, I have a gorgeous hand lettered to-do list now available for purchase. Who said staying organized can’t be functional AND pretty??

I’m so into lists, it has sorta become a problem, but if I had this beautiful little notebook they would all be in one spot! I was goofing off with my daughter’s watercolors today after seeing this the other day and I may just have to try it for real! Beautiful!
So pretty friend! Thanks for linking this up to The Creative Collection Link Party!
I love the idea!
Such a pretty notebook! Love it! I do love me a good list 🙂
So pretty! I’m a sucker for making lots of lists – for everything too!
Andrea // CocoDrizzle
I love the watercolor cover … so pretty! I’ve started making lists on my phone for the most part, but I always keep some notebooks around, too.
Love that simple pattern and the watercolor look. What a great idea-I always need to-do lists. May as well make them pretty!
Very pretty! What brand of watercolors do you use. I am always using leftovers from when I was a teacher but I have a feeling there’s a better way 🙂
Deonna: I use a leftover set from my college art classes. It’s a Prang set, found it here on Amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/Prang-Watercolor-Assorted-Colors-01600/dp/B005PJT1QA/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1409426651&sr=8-7&keywords=prang+watercolors
That painting is so beautiful! An awesome pattern!
Love, Midsommarflicka
What a great idea! I have never tried watercoloring but now I might have to try It!!
I am definitely a list maker and always looking for cute notebooks! This is so cute, and a great piece of art! Thanks for sharing!
[email protected]
I’m terrible at lists, I frequently leave my grocery list at home… oops. This is an excellent idea! I should make one to put in my purse, you know, so I can have my lists with me at all times!
I’m a fan of watercolor, that’s what drew me here, it’s beautiful but easy.
Absolutely beautiful Amy!
the notebook is now so pretty! thanks for sharing this DIY!
xx
http://felishmichelle.blogspot.com
I need one of this notebook myself! Loving it, Amy! Pinning:-)
I am nothing without lists! Seriously such a cute notebook design, Amy!
I do love lists and this is awesome! I’m a sucker for watercolors!