Make your own sketch journal with holders

Step 12 Ready for trial runs

Now the pens and pencils and baby zebras have been strapped down and the book is ready to grab and run out the door as opportunity presents.  With this particular design, I can change tools as needed.  Notice the shorter lead holder is held by two of the three in its row.  If I had gone with the two strap design of my earlier attempts, it would be held with only one strap.  This project is adaptable to your needs.  Jus take the ideas and modify them to the tools you want to carry.  Even a small pencil sharpener can be held in place, a compass, a wet bar... the cover's the limit!

Comments

[jsgraham]

Nice. However, one thing that I would change. Do away with the brads. As you mentioned, you run the rusk of cutting yourself. And IMHO, a bit bulky. Here's how: You will use probably twice the amount of elastic. Into the first hole, thread the elastic to the half way point. then figure eight the elastic through the holes, leaving an appropriate loop for your writing tool. Once you reach the end, tie it off with a simple square knot, and use the same lamination technique to protect the back. You're probably not going to save any money by doing it this way, but it's less bulk.

[thehaggard]

Great idea... but I like the look of the brads... kind of steam punk. I don't see that much bulk added. Certainly not weight. But your idea reduces the metal for sure... and perhaps allows for tools to be closer together. Thanks!