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creative projects Luke sewing Silhouette · Written by Randi Dukes

A Spy Journal

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I shared this project at Cherished Bliss a week or so ago and thought I’d share it again here in case you missed it: a spy journal that would make the perfect homemade gift for a boy.

I started with a simple lined notebook and sewed a camouflage cover for it.  I kept it super simple with a rectangle for the outer cover sewn to two other small rectangles that the notebook cover slides into {you can sew a similar cover by measuring your notebook and then adding a seam allowance to each piece}.  You can see the inside cover below.

I sewed a small rectangle of chalk cloth onto the inner cover.  It’s a fun spot for my little guy to write his name or take some special notes.

The journal has a patch sewn on the back that holds waxed cord in place.  The cord wraps around the front of the book and ties closed.  Privacy is the name of the game when it comes to spy journals.

My favorite part of the journal is the “top secret” lettering on the front.  I used heat transfer and cut the letters with my Silhouette {the font is billie kid}.  

The heat transfer I used glows in the dark so my little spy will be able to find his journal anytime.

I know my little guy will love keeping track of his observations and secrets in this little journal.  I hope you’ll have fun with it too.

{Have you started making any Christmas gifts yet?}

Randi

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About Randi Dukes

I’m Randi, a Dallas-based mom of five kids, ranging from third grade to college and including a set of twins. I love strong coffee, craft and DIY projects, my planner, and my big ol’ family. When I’m not creating something for my blog, I can be found in the car, running kids from one place to another. I’m the one knitting at the red light. Connect with me on google+ | twitter | facebook

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  1. barb says

    August 4, 2012 at 4:27 am

    I especially love the glow in the dark letters. Super cool!!

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