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# Tuesday, August 19, 2008
FREE mini-file folder template download and project idea
Tuesday, August 19, 2008 12:08:43 PM (Eastern Daylight Time, UTC-04:00)

A recent trip to Chattanooga, Tennessee, a TON of photos and lots of great memories inspired me to create a mini-file folder album. The best part is I didn't have to buy a thing! I had everything I needed at home and I designed a template for the mini-file folders.

Step-by-step Instructions

1. Download and cut out template.
2. Trace template on patterned paper or cardstock (I used patterned papers from SEI and solid-colored cardstock). I recommend using thick paper so that your mini-folders hold photos and journaling without being too flimsy.



3. Cut out design and fold where the dotted lines are on the template.
4. Use adhesive to adhere the side flaps and create the folder pocket. I used Tombow Mono Adhesive.



5. Embellish the file folders, leaving room on the edges for binding.
6. Use a hole punch to create holes for binding. I used binder rings so that I can easily add more pages and so the album opens and closes smoothly.




Christy

mini-albums | techniques
Tuesday, August 19, 2008 12:08:43 PM (Eastern Daylight Time, UTC-04:00)  #  Comments [13] 
Wednesday, August 20, 2008 5:21:38 AM (Eastern Daylight Time, UTC-04:00)
I love this idea! Simply super.
Wednesday, August 20, 2008 11:55:18 AM (Eastern Daylight Time, UTC-04:00)
Oh I love this idea and am going to give it a try.
Friday, August 22, 2008 2:36:51 PM (Eastern Daylight Time, UTC-04:00)
Thanks so much I can't wait to try it!
Friday, August 22, 2008 3:14:39 PM (Eastern Daylight Time, UTC-04:00)
What a great idea! My daughter is going to love this to keep all of her momentos from her much loved trip to Alaska. I'm starting on this project now.....
Friday, August 22, 2008 10:37:16 PM (Eastern Daylight Time, UTC-04:00)
I can't wait to make this...what a great gift idea...or special Christmas or birthday card! Thanks so much!
Debbie
Saturday, August 23, 2008 5:01:19 AM (Eastern Daylight Time, UTC-04:00)
Oh this is just what I have been looking for, has I am travelling to India in October I wanted a travel journal and this is perfect.
Thank you so much.
Sunday, August 24, 2008 6:58:45 AM (Eastern Daylight Time, UTC-04:00)
Great idea! I'll try it! tahnk you
Sunday, August 24, 2008 2:11:42 PM (Eastern Daylight Time, UTC-04:00)
Great project. I will certainly try it.

Linda
Wednesday, August 27, 2008 3:22:06 PM (Eastern Daylight Time, UTC-04:00)
Love this project. It is one that anyone can do.
PS.... when you print the template, make sure you print in in landscape!
Wednesday, August 27, 2008 4:23:56 PM (Eastern Daylight Time, UTC-04:00)
This is fabulous!! Thank you so much.
Thursday, August 28, 2008 9:25:42 PM (Eastern Daylight Time, UTC-04:00)
What a fantastic idea for papers that are just lying around!! I have 2 folders made already and am starting on my third but wanted you to know this is really great.Thanks so much.
Friday, August 29, 2008 11:39:39 AM (Eastern Daylight Time, UTC-04:00)
So super, super cute. But my very favortie part is that you shared it with all of us.
Thank you so very much!!!
Wednesday, September 17, 2008 4:53:28 PM (Eastern Daylight Time, UTC-04:00)
I love this! I's love more ideas for mini's like this to make ourselves. Thanks!
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