37 Awesome DIYs To Make Before School Starts

The only thing better than new school supplies are the extra special ones you make yourself.

1. Revamped Lunch Box

chroniclebooks.com

Decoupage a photo to the front and cover the inside with blackboard paint for changeable messages.

2. Book Covers with Plastic Pockets

marthastewart.com

marthastewart.com

Get the DIY here.

3. Milk Jug Sandwich Protector

cremedelacraft.com

Directions here.

4. Supply Holder Notebook

francineclouden.typepad.com

Sew elastic onto a notebook to hold essentials. DIY here.

5. Notebook Lunchbag

designsponge.com

Highly customizable to be slightly more or less enthusiastic about the state of lunch. Get the directions here.

6. Alphabet Necklace

runwaydiy.com

For the most blingin' first grader ever. Directions here.

7. Felt Cutout Pencil Pouch

mamafromgreece.blogspot.com

NO sewing skills required.

8. Piano Hinge Notebook

stationery.blogs.com

This one uses colored paper and bamboo skewers. Get the directions here.

9. Adorable Bow Pencil Pouch

seekatesew.com

Light sewing skills required. Directions here.

10. Mini Art Roll

rajovilla.com

Every child needs this. Every adult needs this. DIY here.

11. Locker Tote

growingupgabel.com

Directions here.

12. Clipboard Makeovers with Washi and Duct Tape

abubblylife.com

Tutorial here.

13. Stamped Pencils

camillestyles.com

Directions here.

14. Fabric Notebook Covers

blog.spoonflower.com

These adorable fabric book covers have a little extra pocket. Get the DIY here.

15. Chalkboard Placemats

gigglesgalore.net

Give your placemats a coat of blackboard paint.

16. Backpack Tags

lollyjane.com

Get the printable here.

17. Insanely Simple Heart-Shaped Paper Clips

noveltyandchevron.blogspot.com

18. Washi Tape Pencils

thepinkdoormat.blogspot.com

So easy, a third grader could make these.

19. Threaded Bookmarks

handmadecharlotte.com

handmadecharlotte.com

20. Paper Gel Pens

madiganmade.com

Use colored paper to brighten up gel pens.

21. Fuzzy Pipe Cleaner Notebook

spoonful.com

Directions here.

22. Pipe Cleaner Pencil Toppers

sturdyforcommonthings.com

Materials needed: pipe cleaners, scissors, foam stickers, and markers.

club.chicacircle.com

23. Craft Foam Pencil Case

crafts.kaboose.com

Small hands can get a feel for sewing with this project, which requires a child-safe needle. Get the directions here.

24. Loft/Bunk Bed Organizer

instructables.com

Get the directions here.

25. Laptop Stand for the Bed

instructables.com

This DIY claims to only cost $15 and take 30-60 minutes of your time.

26. Over-The-Chair Bag

thecraftymummy.com

For extra storage and organization. Get the sewing DIY here.

27. Cord Organizer

brit.co

Get the directions here.

28. Cork Pencil Holders

designsponge.com

Get the DIY here.

29. Ribbon Bookmarks

thepartiologist.com

thepartiologist.com

An incredibly easy DIY that makes a great back-to-school teacher gift.

30. Cute Wall Hooks

ambrosiagirl.com

Adorable for an elementary school classroom. Get the DIY here.

31. Scrap Fabric Notebook and Pen Set

sahndamarie.blogspot.com

sahndamarie.blogspot.com

Get the tutorial here.

32. Apple Pencil Holder

smartschoolhouse.com

Directions here.

33. Recycled Soda Bottle Apple Pouches

countrywomanmagazine.com

Get the directions here.

34. Mason Jar Caddy

shakentogetherlife.com

Get the directions here.

35. Chalkboard Locket Necklace

brideblu.blogspot.com

Directions here.

36. Notebook Tote

cometogetherkids.com

These are easy enough to make with embroidery thread and Sharpies.

37. Potted Herb Plant

agirlwhomakes.com

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