When I was a kid, I looked forward to the beginning of the school year for one reason: new school supplies. The crisp feel of a new backpack and the smell of freshly sharpened pencils was like Christmas morning in August. But as an adult, I rarely spend money on new office supplies. Why purge perfectly good pencils for new ones just because? As it turns out, I don’t have to buy new stuff to get that “first day of school” rush—there are tons of ways to make over my drab workspace this fall by simply upcycling what I already have. Check out a few of my favorite DIY office supply refreshes and start this school (work) year off with a hypothetical backpack full of goodies.
DIY Suede & Gold Leaf Mousepad
Image Courtesy of Chelsea Costa Foy
Chelsea at the Lovely Indeed blog gave her old, worn-out mousepad a refresh with chic suede fabric and gold leaf polka dots. Make your own with her easy step-by-step instructions >>
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Bar Cart Office Organizer
Photo by Danielle Moss
Complete with multiple levels and wheels, a cute bar cart is the perfect workspace storage solution. Roll it under your desk to maximize space or turn the top into a portable coffee station. Check out more small home office ideas >>
Easy DIY Quote Art
Photo by David A. Land
Surrounding yourself with motivational words or phrases keeps the creative juices flowing long after the coffee has worn off. Take a cue from the crafting experts at HGTV Magazine and turn an old, tired painting into fun, inspirational word art for your desk or home office. Get the step-by-step instructions here >>
This DIY paper wreath would also be a great fall addition to your office space >>
DIY Stamped Notebooks
Photo Courtesy of Darby Smart
Perfect for brainstorming, keeping appointments and remembering important points, a good notebook is an office essential. Give your plain notebooks a chic update with this fun DIY stamp and paint project from Darby Smart. Bonus: You get to make your own stamps. Get the step-by-step instructions here >>
Copper & Wood Magazine Rack
Photo Courtesy of Darby Smart
Another genius DIY idea from Darby Smart, this wood and copper magazine rack is super simple to make and can be customized with your fabric of choice. Get the step-by-step instructions here >>
DIY Desk Accessories
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From:: HGTV