Things You'll Need:
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Step 1
Step 1. The first step to making your own memo board is to begin with cork. Purchase a piece of cork or a cork board from your local arts and crafts store.
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Step 2
Step 2. Pick a fabric that matches the room you are putting the cork board in. Cut and iron the fabric. An easy way to cut it, is to lay it on top of the cork board and then flip it over and lay them both face down. Cut the fabric about 4 inches extra all the way around. You want to make sure you have enough to fit over the memo board and batting.
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Step 3
Step 3. Next, cut the batting. Make sure to cut the batting the same size as the cork board by laying on top. Next, stretch the fabric over the batting and staple on the back. Staple the opposite side and then work around the board, pulling the fabric (tightly) and stapling until the memo board is covered.
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Step 4
Step 4. Next, get your ribbon and begin (diagonally), laying out and trimming it (see picture at the beginning). It's easier to lay out the ribbons all going to one side first (for example, left to right, going down). Space them 1-2 inches apart. The ribbon should be long enough to wrap around the memo board to the back. Staple the tops of the ribbons behind the board, stretch them to the bottom and staple again (behind the memo board). Next, start with the opposite side, to make a diamond pattern. Do the same thing as before, stapling behind, until you have secured all of the ribbon pieces.
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Step 5
Step 5. Lastly, put flat push pins on the memo board where the ribbons meet. Now, your memo board is complete. The easiest way to hang the board is to secure it with picture velcro or poster tape. You can hang pictures under the ribbon (without putting holes in them) and notes with push pins.
Comments
bevbrowning said
on 8/13/2009 Excellent, I've just made my own using your instructions. Wow!
FrazzledNanny said
on 8/10/2009 I love memo boards. Thanks for the great instructions. 5*
Panda229 said
on 7/16/2009 Such an awesome idea! 5*