16 DIY Pencil Case or Locker Decor Ideas
Can you believe school supply lists are already out and the school start date is right around the corner? Take a little time these last few weeks of summer to create DIY pencil cases and locker decor for your children together before school starts. Here are 16 DIY Pencil Case or Locker Decor Ideas to send your kids back to school this year!
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Making your own pencil cases and locker decorations is a wonderful way to let your child’s personality shine and get them excited for a fresh school year. Not only will they have something completely one-of-a-kind, but these projects are also a terrific way to spend quality time together, crafting, laughing, and getting creative. Whether your kids love bright colors, whimsical animals, or sleek and modern designs, you’re sure to find something on this list that fits their style and your skill level—from simple no-sew solutions to fun crochet or upcycling ideas.
16 DIY Pencil Case or Locker Decor Ideas
Personalized supplies can help kids feel more confident and organized as they transition back to school routines. Plus, having a hand-made pencil case or locker accessory is a great conversation starter and a daily reminder of your special summertime memories. So gather your crafting supplies, pick out your favorites from these DIY ideas, and let’s make back-to-school prep a little extra special this year! Here are a few tips and ideas:
- Fabric. Experiment with different types of materials, fabrics, and colors to decide which best suits the type of case you would like to make.
- Magnetic Locker Accessories. Pencil holders, mirrors, and cheerful sayings are all perfect ideas to decorate lockers for the beginning of the year.
- Personalized. Kids enjoy creating personalized decor for school. Incorporate their interests into their locker decor and pencil cases to elevate the projects this year.
1. Simple Pencil Case Sewing Pattern & Tutorial from Crazy Little Projects
2. Crochet Pencil-Shaped Pencil Case from One Dog Woof
3. Upcycled Pencil Case using Duck Tape from Sustain My Craft Habit
4. Locker Decor from Create, Craft, Love
5. DIY Pencil Case from Apple Green Cottage
6. Hand Sewn Pencil Case in Minutes (Easy DIY) from DIY Candy
7. DIY Leather Pencil Case from The Merrythought
8. DIY Volleyball Locker Decorations from Meaningful Mama
9. Up cycled pop bottles from Tonya Zepeda on Hometalk
10. Old Jeans to Adult Coloring Pencil Bag from Craftbits
11. Printable Locker Accessories from Lia Griffith
12. Owl Pencil Bag from Craftaholics Anonymous
13. Magnetic Locker Pencil Holder from Crafts By Amanda
14. Locker Rug from Club Chica Circle
15. Pencil Pocket from Sew She Can
16. Triangular Pencil Case from A Spoonful of Sugar
Are you ready to elevate your back to school DIY projects?
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