DIY Washi Tape & White Board Organizer!

Two words: washi tape. I mean, who doesn't love washi tape? It's not just for scrapbooking and other crafts, but can also be used for organizing, decluttering of cords, and a cuter way to hang up posters than ye olde transparent scotch tape. Also, it won't take the paint off of your walls, bonus! 

Originally, my post and craft of the week was going to be something different. Similar in it's purpose, but not this. I totally miscounted an item I needed and by the time I caught on, it was far too late. Rather than waste all of the material, I pondered for a minute on what I could do instead. I was pretty disappointed, but I wasn't going to let that ruin my first post! So here we have what I like to call a 5 minute craft.

You can buy white boards at the store for a couple of bucks.. or you you could save those couple of bucks and just put a piece of paper in a picture frame. It works the exact same as long as you have the correct markers! (: and if you would like to get a bit more organized and make this a bit more personalized, then grab your washi tape and make yourself a weekly to-do board! Or a chore list for each child in your house, you know, whatever floats your boat. 

What you will need: An 8x10 picture frame, a piece of paper, washi tape, and scissors. 

You can also make an optional header out of a paint chip and ribbon. Just glue those suckers on! (:

Step one: Pick up your first role of washi tape, cut a piece long enough to wrap around your paper, and do just that! You can do this vertically or horizontally, just keep in mind you'll have more space to write if you do it horizontally, but not as much room to list. It all comes down to preference! Do the same for your second, third, fourth, etc. If you're doing it for the days of the week, keep in mind, there are seven! 

Step two: Once your finished adding your washi tape, frame your paper! Optional step: Make your paint chip header. Paint chips are great for crafts because they're free at the store! Pick out as many as you like on your next trip to Lowe's, Home Depot, or Walmart. Just add a strip of washi tape to your paper(a bit higher than the rest of the tape, glue down your paint chip(cut to your desired size), and put a ribbon(or washi tape) boarder around it! It's that simple!

Step Three: Display, write, and be organized! This is a much more sophisticated and fun way to display your daily chores/ to-do lists than a boring old white board! And the best part? Most of these items are all things you already have at home, especially if you're a crafter! Don't have an 8x10 picture frame lounging around your house, begging to be used? Hit up your local dollar tree! Much cheaper than your local grocer.

Thank you for reading my post and enjoy!
Any questions? Suggestions? Drop a comment!

xoxo Tori