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20 DIY Projects for Back-to-School

From DIY Notebook Lunch Bags to Sugary School Supplies

— August 27, 2013 — Life-Stages
With the start of a new school year right around the corner, there's no better time to start stocking up on supplies, and these DIY projects for back-to-school are offering some crafty and cost-effective alternatives to buying them from the store.

The end of the summer season often signifies the time for parents to start shopping around for school essentials and new clothes, but if you find that constantly buying new things is just financially too much, then these DIY activities are a great alternative. Why not add some personal touches and creativity to your school essentials by outfitting them with uniquely customized designs?

From crocheted pencil cases that are designed to look like minions from Despicable Me to chalk-made lunch bags that feature personalized messages, these DIY projects will definitely offer children a crafty way to showcase their personalities.
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Personalized Markers
Personalized Markers
The Fraser Ross DIY Pen is Custom-Designed to Your Preference
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Customized Textbook Tutorials
Customized Textbook Tutorials
The Classic School Notebook Design Get a Makeover with this DIY
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Message Board Switch Plates
Message Board Switch Plates
The Switch Port Cover is Dry Erase for Leaving Quick Messages
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DIY Punk Backpacks
DIY Punk Backpacks
Going Back to School is More Fun With a Customized School Bag
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Chalky Meal Containers
Chalky Meal Containers
Linda Facci's Blackboard Lunchbag is a Do-It-Yourself Project
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Quirky Personified Lunch Bags
Quirky Personified Lunch Bags
The 'Disney Family Fun' Paper Gargoyles Project is Great for Kids
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Sugary School Supplies
Sugary School Supplies
Thrifty and Thriving Candy Pencils Will Make School a Sweet Experience
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Chic Chained Lunch Bags
Chic Chained Lunch Bags
Create a Stylish Faux Leather Meal Carrier with This Creative Tutorial
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DIY Backpacks
DIY Backpacks
Hoodie Laptop Bag How-To Helps You Turn a Sweatshirt into a Carryall in Seconds
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DIY Notebook Lunch Bags
DIY Notebook Lunch Bags
This DIY Teaches How to Make Your Own Lunch Bag for Back-to-School
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Adorable DIY Music Makers
Adorable DIY Music Makers
Create a Pitch Perfect Pair of Drums in Just a Few Simple Steps
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School Supply-Inspired Sweets
School Supply-Inspired Sweets
The Bakerella Pencil Push Up Pops are Academically Adorable
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DIY Crystal-Encrusted Kicks
DIY Crystal-Encrusted Kicks
This Crafty Project Turns an Average Pair of Shoes into a Sleek Design
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Upcycled Notebook Docks
Upcycled Notebook Docks
This DIY Project Turns a Book into a Clever Cellphone Charging Station
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DIY Personalized Knapsacks
DIY Personalized Knapsacks
The 'Spoonful' Back-to-School Affordable Backpacks are Fun to Make
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DIY Minion Pencil Cases
DIY Minion Pencil Cases
The 'Crochet Minion Pencil Case' Resembles Villains from 'Despicable Me'
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DIY Frosted Supply Jars
DIY Frosted Supply Jars
The 'Glacier Jar' Will Add a Unique Personal Touch to Your Work Station
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Leather Lunchbox Tutorials
Leather Lunchbox Tutorials
This Wood + Faulk DIY Makes Bringing a Packed Lunch Cool
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DIY Character Pen Pots
DIY Character Pen Pots
The DIY LEGO Pencil Holder is for Fans Who Simply Adore the Blocks
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DIY Cement Pencil Holders
DIY Cement Pencil Holders
This Simplistic DIY Pencil Holder is Punched with Holes Like a Honeycomb
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