Damage Free Leaning Wall Organizer

Step 3 Flat Pocket

My board has two of these in different sizes. I use them for storing papers and other flat things, like packets of needles and cards.

Cut a piece of cardboard into a rectangle the size you want the pocket to be. The large one is 15" by 6" and the small one is 2.5" by 6.75". The smaller one uses a lighter weight cardboard, since it doesn't need to be as sturdy.

Glue a piece of fabric or paper to one side, securing the edges on the back. If you are using a thick piece of paper or cardstock, it helps to cut the corners off and fold down the trapezoidal edges.

Select or cut a fabric scrap that is at least 0.5" wider than the background. Fold down a 0.5" hem on one long edge and glue or baste in place. Secure one side of the fabric piece to the back side of the cardboard, leaving 1" of background exposed above the hem. Pull the fabric taut and secure the other side to the back of the cardboard. Finally, secure the bottom edge to the back of the cardboard, making sure the fabric lies flat on the front.

These pockets do not need to be square, nor do they need to use only straight edges. Experiment with curves and other shapes, particularly where your materials limit you.