14 August 2022

A Pen Case with an Elastic Band

I am pleased to see you today!

Here is the inspiration for our blah to TADA! transformation: 

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Mochi Things


It's a pen case that easily attaches to a notebook or binder because of its elastic belt. A compact accessory if you like to carry different color pens that you can transfer from one notebook to another.

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I found this case in one of my drawers. It used to be the home of a small flashlight. Geez, I can't find the flashlight and I'm left with this case. Might as well give it new life.

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It's in a handsome black shade and has a deep pocket.

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A few items to give it a new look: needle and thread, scissors, and black elastic.

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Trim the elastic -- twice the length of the case.

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On the back side of the case, sew one end of the elastic on the top side.

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Do the same on the bottom side.

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Instantly we have an elastic pen case...TADA!

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It can fit most journals or notebooks.

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And can be home to two or three pens...TADA! I didn't have to toss the case and now it's so useful for my daily writing needs. So before getting rid of your unwanted stuff, think of new ways to turn them from blah to TADA! 


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2 comments:

  1. Priscilla BettisAugust 15, 2022 at 8:20 AM

    I literally just finished writing in my journal and wondered where to put the pen so it'd be handy next time! Great idea, Claire!

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  2. ClaireAugust 16, 2022 at 3:27 PM

    Necessity is the mother of invention! I hope you find yourself a nice pen holder (or make something like this one). Have a good week, Priscilla!

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