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So I posted two photos of the binder I created for all my Allume stuff on Twitter, and apparently y’all want to see how I made it. You make me laugh. So I called this post a “tutorial” for lack of a better word, but I promise it’s not that hard.
A disclaimer. I work in marketing. I’m an office supply dork. I’m Type A. So. There we go.
Step 1: Buy a cute little binder at Staples or your favorite office supply store. Or Amazon. Or steal one from your kids. I won’t tell. Just don’t steal one from Staples. I bought one like this, in purple. Obviously. Create a cute cover so people know who to return it to when you leave it laying somewhere.
Step 2: Buy cute binder accessories. This pocket holds my hotel confirmation, Allume ticket, and headshot ticket. But I can’t give you a link b/c they apparently don’t sell them online. I also bought these dividers and love these pockets.
Page protectors. This is my own version of the agenda for the weekend, so I know which sessions I want to attend, when to call home, which special meet-ups I’m going to, and which session to skip for naptime. Ahem. (sorry)
This page is the list of people I hope to meet. Yes, my roomies are listed. If I meet no one else on the list, I can check 3 names off 🙂
My outfit & packing list. I can promise that I’ll pack at least 2 extra outfits in case I change my mind.
These business card sleeves will be perfect for all the cards I collect 🙂
Note paper. For. You know. Taking Notes.
And finally, some goodies to hand out as the Lord leads. Amazing (in)courage postcards from Dayspring. I have them 4 x 6 photo sleeves. I think I might turn any I have left into wall art, I love them so much.
So, there you go! Your “how to make a binder for Allume” tutorial.
This is so great. Might have to make my own this year 🙂
Ooh, great idea to put your name on the front. that makes a lot of sense. 🙂
Love this! Wish I were that organized!! Allume was awesome wasn’t it!?!
Great “tutorial”! I’m headed to Staples, too. Still have time to make one before Allume.
awesome tutorial! I raided Staples yesterday and putting it all together now. My color is teal.
FanTAStic! I’ve been trying to figure out how to do mine…I’m with you on the nap idea, there’s no way this 36-week pregnant momma can make it through all the fun and excitement without a nap!
of course you are!
lol well it was fun 🙂 and I needed a blog post for today anyway!
all it needs is a fuzzy side that i can use as a pillow & it would be perfect 🙂
Kindred spirits!! That’s all. 🙂
I love this – and I thought I was Type A 🙂 Hope I’m on that list!!
I was one of the gals who nagged you into sharing how you made this and I have to say thank you so much for posting! Now I just need to go pillage my children homeschooling supplies *cue evil cackle*
Oh wow, I love it! Thanks for sharing. Now you really have me re-thinking my note-taking and organizing plan for Allume. 😉
Will you make me a binder, too?!?! 🙂
Seriously, I know it’s an awesome idea, I just haven’t actually done it yet!! Mine will be black or blue or red, whatever I can find in my basement… and as for dividers and pockets… I may be stopping at Target on my way out of town… must start writing stuff down!!
Jessica confirmed that the sessions are first come/first served, limited seating. glad I know that now!
Crystal, you are NOT a dork! You’re organized and wise. (Note: If I say you’re a dork then I’m a dork too, my binder is almost done! lol) Love your idea about the goodies. My binder includes the schedule with highlights of the sessions I want highlighted in yellow and second choice in baby blue. Not sure how you get into each session (first come first served?) so I have a backc up plan.:) I also have a pouch with my colorful highlighters and sticky pads because you could never have too many sticky pads or highlighters. Oh, I’m giddy now!