DIY Custom File Folders

There’s something ….how to I say this nicely? Ugly. Yep that the word. There’s something ugly about manila folders. You’ve gotta agree with me on this, right?! That dusty shade of yellow has no place in the life of crafty girls like you and me! We love bright, colorful patterns and we’ll take them anyway we can…even if it means giving our office supplies a DIY makeover using some pretty paper and the new DYMO MobileLabeler

Along with colorful office supplies, label-making also has a special place in my heart. There is something about a label maker that sends you into a organizational tizzy. Everything must be labeled. Everything must be organized. (True story: When I received my DYMO MobileLabeler, I immediately created labels of our wifi password and stuck them on the back of all the televisions in the house …best idea ever!) But I digress, let’s get back to the today’s project.

Today, I’m excited to tour you through the awesomeness of the DYMO Mobile Labeler and give you an easy, colorful project that can get you more organized…and get you crafting at the very same time! Let’s get started!

DIY Custom File Folders with DYMO MobileLabeler | damask love

  1. A piece of patterned paper cut to 9-1/2” x 11-1/2”
  2. Another piece of the same pattern cut to 8-1/2 x 11-1/2”
  3. Tab Punchboard
  4. a piece of 3” x 11-1/2” cardstock scored down the middle
  5. The DYMO MobileLabeler – you’re gonna LOVE how cool this tool is!

DIY Custom File Folders with DYMO MobileLabeler | damask love

DIY Custom File Folders with DYMO MobileLabeler | damask love

DIY Custom File Folders with DYMO MobileLabeler | damask love

DIY Custom File Folders with DYMO MobileLabeler | damask love

STEP ONE:

Punch and cut a tab into the larger piece of patterned paper

DIY Custom File Folders with DYMO MobileLabeler | damask love

STEP TWO:

Use the corner rounder on the punchboard to round each of the corners on the pattern paper

DIY Custom File Folders with DYMO MobileLabeler | damask love

DIY Custom File Folders with DYMO MobileLabeler | damask love

STEP THREE

Add your favorite glue or tape to the scored strip of paper then add the patterned paper to either side of the scored line.

DIY Custom File Folders with DYMO MobileLabeler | damask love

STEP FOUR

Trim off any excess cardstock and you pretty file folder is DONE! Now for the fun part….label making with the DYMO MobileLabeler

DIY Custom File Folders with DYMO MobileLabeler | damask love

STEP FIVE:

Use your smartphone or computer to design labels! The DYMO MobileLabeler prints via Bluetooth which means fast and easy setup and printing. I used the DYMO Connect App for my label…I loved being able to scroll through a bunch of font options. No boring label fonts for me!

DIY Custom File Folders with DYMO MobileLabeler | damask love

DIY Custom File Folders with DYMO MobileLabeler | damask love

DIY Custom File Folders with DYMO MobileLabeler | damask love

Your labels will print to your MobileLabeler on durable labels with industrial-strength adhesive. That means these labels are perfect for your office but also objects that might get a little wet – like your water bottle.

DIY Custom File Folders with DYMO MobileLabeler | damask love

DIY Custom File Folders with DYMO MobileLabeler | damask love

DIY Custom File Folders with DYMO MobileLabeler | damask love

This project was completed in partnership with Canon. All projects, photos and opinions are mine, mine, mine! Thanks for supporting the collaborations that keep the lights on in this joint!

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About the Blog

Hey, I’m Amber Kemp-Gerstel - the crafty brain behind Damask Love, where creativity, color, and a little chaos come together. I’m a suburban mom of two, known for turning up the volume on everyday DIYs and showing up like your colorful, crafty BFF. Over the years, I’ve gone from psychologist to full-time content creator, TV host, and brand partner, with appearances on Making It, Today, and HGTV. When I’m not making stuff or on set, I’m chasing around my two boys, Markus and Maxwell, and laughing my way through the mess.

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  1. 7.27.17
    Pat said:

    I am obsessed with labeling everything in my craft room. The Dynamo labeler looks amazing. Love watching you live on Facebook

  2. 7.28.17
    Sabrina said:

    My, how times change! I still have a label maker that has ONLY ONE font! I think its time for an upgrade…
    And I total agree, whenever Target dollar spot would have their cute file folders I grab a few! Manila is boring, but these are adorable!

  3. 8.8.17
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    So that tab punch…I’m pretty sure I need one ASAP!

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    I neeeeed those gadgets!! haha… seriously 🙂 I am definitely getting my hands on one of those Tab Punch Boards! Can’t wait to play with it!! Thank you very much Amber!! Love your post!!

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