How to Make Memory Binders
An inexpensive way to make a scrapbook for your child’s school memories or achievements: How to make memory binders (Costco binders and sheet protectors).
Friends, looking for a way to preserve your kids’ memories or keepsakes?
Since about 2000, I have saved my kid’s “memories” in binders, filled with everything from school pictures, certificates, special, art, poetry, awards, report cards, our family Christmas card and letter … the list goes on and on.
How to Make Memory Binders
This post gives you a list of easy supplies to buy to make your own books. It’s also a great idea for recipes or anything you want to preserve.
When you’re not crazy about scrapbooking, then this is for you!
It’s something tangible, with easy access for both us and for our kids’ enjoyment. (I thumbed through my oldest son’s book one year ago as we sent him off to college, and found a very sentimental letter. I try to fill the books with anything memorable that will be fun for the kids to look at as they get older.)
That’s when I posted several years back about making easy, very inexpensive Memory Binders for your kids.
-Heidi wrote me last week and sent me a picture of her books, and I love how she organized them by her kids’ ages
-My books are organized by my kids’ school years.
-Either way, I’m linking to my original post, but here are the simple supplies that you will need.
Supplies needed to create a Memory Binder
- 2″ white binders from Costco (4 in a pack)
- Scrapbook paper (or plain colored paper)
- 1 box sheet protectors
Starting with Pre-K, I have saved art, special memories, class pictures, sports awards, first book report, every report card, articles their dad has written – you name it, and have filed these papers into these books.
Here are more ideas of what goes in the binder!
ENJOY getting organized!
This is a repost from Sept. 2011
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Paper clutter is my biggest downfall, I’m slowly unearthing my desk today :-) BTW, I bookmarked your original post about these binders, I always thought this was such a great way to keep mementos under control (I love Laura’s idea of designating a limited space, if it doesn’t fit, purge to make room.) My oldest started Kindergarten this year and I bought my first binder and sleeves while school shopping to get started. Thanks!
I now have a serious case of binder lust. :-)
My children are all married now, but I have their boxes of memorabilia. I have begun to pass them on to them, they do love going through their boxes and remembering. I need help with magazines & paperwork. Thanks!
I love this idea – I definitely have to do something with the paper clutter.
Ummmm…..my whole house needs help! My pantry needs some serious organization along with the laundry room. And my kids toys…..YIKES! This book would be wonderful :)
My biggest challenge is toys! We have four kids and their toys have taken over the house!
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I need this book, because I am a full time shift worker and single mother, and I sometimes feel overwhelmed with life’s demands. I find that the advice is helping me learn how to use my time more effectively and improve the quality of my life.
I am struggling with my whole house. I have found that since I have gone on to shift work that things are just getting out of hand and I am starting to feel very down about it. I would love to get my hands on a copy on a book to see the different ideas presented. (liked and retweeted)
My biggest challenge is paper clutter. I would love some ideas.