Retro Folio Workshop

Create a beautiful interactive folio designed to hold your handmade mini notebooks!

Take your mini notebooks to the next level by creating this fun retro-inspired folio filled with pockets, hidden spaces, flaps, and interactive elements. This project is perfect for storing your mini notebooks, journal cards, tags, photos, notes, and keepsakes.

Whether you attended our Mini Notebook Workshop or already have your own tiny notebooks, this folio is the perfect finishing project.

In this workshop you’ll learn:

✨ How to build a sturdy folio from cardstock

✨ Create multiple interactive pockets and hidden storage

✨ Build flip-up panels and tuck spots

✨ Add ribbon closures and dimensional elements

✨ Layer patterned papers for a polished finish

✨ Tips for decorating with tags, journal cards, fibers, and embellishments

Class Includes

✔ All cardstock and patterned papers

✔ Pre-cut pieces (where noted)

✔ Journal card & tag printable pack

✔ Ribbon and embellishments

✔ Step-by-step instruction

✔ Plenty of inspiration for decorating your folio

Finished Project

Your completed folio features:

• Multiple storage pockets
• Interactive flaps
• Hidden tuck spots
• Ribbon closure
• Journal cards & tags
• Space for several mini notebooks
• Room for photos, memories, ephemera, and journaling

This project measures approximately 4” × 7” when closed.

Skill Level

Beginner to Intermediate

Some paper crafting experience is helpful, but everything will be demonstrated step-by-step.

Class Length

Approximately 2½–3 hours

Please Bring

• Paper trimmer
• Scissors
• Bone folder
• Score board (optional)
• Corner rounder (optional)
• Favorite adhesive (available for purchase if needed)

Perfect For

• Junk Journals
• Scrapbook Memory Keeping
• Traveler’s Notebooks
• Mini Albums
• Happy Mail
• Gift Giving
• Keeping your handmade mini notebooks together in one beautiful folio

Seats are limited. Reserve your spot today!