Add a touch of personalized charm to your workspace with a DIY standing refillable notepad. This adorable and practical creation is perfect for jotting down reminders, to-do lists, or even quick doodles. With Planify Pro, you have the power to design and customize your notepad to match any season or style, making it a delightful addition to your desk all year round.
Our simple and easy-to-follow tutorial will guide you through every step, from creating your unique design to assembling the final product. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just starting your DIY journey, you’ll find this project both enjoyable and rewarding.
This refillable notepad isn’t just cute – it’s also incredibly functional. Keep it on your desk for easy access, and watch how it effortlessly helps you stay organized and inspired throughout your day. Get ready to transform your workspace and add a pop of personality with this charming DIY project. Let’s get started!
What you’ll need to prepare before crafting your refillable notepad:
| Paper to print out the Notes Pages | ![]() Chipboard / Book Board | ![]() Sticker Paper |
![]() Cinch Binding Machine |
Design Planner Covers and Inserts


Design the Internal Pages
Design the internal pages using Planify Pro. You can choose the size and add lined papers
Adjust the layout by adding paddings and removing spaces. Make sure to adjust the spacing so that there is enough space for hole punching later


Decorate and Customize
You can also decorate the notepad by adding stickers
Once you are done designing the internal pages, copy and paste the design to the other side of the notepad


Export the Internal Pages
Export the notepad design as a PDF file. You can choose to export multiple pages on one sheet depending on your paper size



Design and Print the Cover
Design the cover page by adding patterns. You will need to export the cover page in a separate file as well
Print the notepad inserts and the cover pages on separate papers. Make sure to print the cover pages on a larger scale and on white glossy sticker paper
Binding Refillable Notepad


Cut and Prepare Materials
Cut out all the pieces and trim off any white edges
Assemble the cover by sticking two cover pages together




Assemble the Chipboard Structure
Prepare seven chipboards according to the measurements in the video and place them next to each other with a gap in between
Trim the corners of the chipboards and fold all the sides inwards




Attach the Cover Interior
Adhere the smaller sized cover page on the inside of the cover and fold all the pieces together


Final Assembly
Hole punch the inserts and the cover page
Insert Chicago screws through the holes and screw them together to assemble the notepad
What you need to get started
![]() Chipboard / Book Board | ![]() Guillotine Paper Cutter | ![]() Cinch Binding Machine |
![]() Binding Wires | ![]() Sticker Paper | ![]() Cardstock Paper |










