--- title: "10 DIY Memo Boards to Make ..." description: "Chalkboard Calendar; Steel Sheet; Framed + Fabric-Covered; Nailhead; Trivets; More ..." url: "https://lifestyle.allwomenstalk.com/diy-memo-boards-to-make/" category: "lifestyle" last_updated: "2026-06-17" --- # 10 DIY Memo Boards to Make ... This list of DIY Memo Boards is part of our back-to-school craft series. In case you missed the previous posts, you can check out our fun lists on [DIY desk organizers](https://lifestyle.allwomenstalk.com/fun-diy-desk-organizers/), [school bags](https://lifestyle.allwomenstalk.com/sweet-diy-school-bags/), and [lunch bags](https://lifestyle.allwomenstalk.com/cute-diy-lunch-bags-to-make/). To help you and your kids keep an organized home once school starts again, we give you these fun **memo board DIYs**. Just like the desk organizers I wrote about, though, you can also make these **DIY memo boards** even if you don't have students in the family. These would also look nice in your home office or kitchen. ## 1. Chalkboard Calendar _ Using magnetic primer, you can transform any piece of wood or board into a magnetic calendar. On top of making a **DIY memo board** that is also magnetic, Bec also made use of chalkboard paint. The result is a clever and cute organizational board. Tutorial_ ## 2. Steel Sheet ![Steel Sheet](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/lifestyle/2012/08/214_456x340.jpg) Steel sheet is a perfect material for making a **DIY memo board**. If you're into minimalist or industrial home decor, you would love this craft project. Aside from the classy look, I bet you'll love the fact that this DIY is easy, too. [Tutorial](http://tatertotsandjello.com/2011/08/summer-social-guest-project-make-diy.html) ## 3. Framed + Fabric-Covered ![Framed + Fabric-Covered](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/lifestyle/2012/08/313_525x378.jpg) This memo board looks like a work of art, doesn't it? If you have very lovely fabric that you simply cannot bear to cut or sew, you can use it to make a memo board. Simply cover a cork board with the fabric and then frame. [Tutorial](http://www.iheartorganizing.com/2011/09/basement-progress-frame-update-part-2.html) ## 4. Nailhead _ Here we have another way to make a **DIY memo board** that is pretty much similar to the previous method. Instead of framing the fabric-covered cork board, though, you will be tacking nailhead pins along the sides. Tutorial_ ## 5. Trivets ![Trivets](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/lifestyle/2012/08/5-560x379_560x379.jpg) Ever seen those trivets made of cork? Get a set and cover them with pretty fabric. Hang and use as memo boards! I think I will be trying this DIY out; I always see cork trivets on sale whenever I go to the mall. [Tutorial](http://sewmuchsunshine.blogspot.com/2011/10/ikea-hack-fabric-covered-cork-board.html) ## 6. Wooden Spool ![Wooden Spool](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/lifestyle/2012/08/614_443x297.jpg) Want to make a memo board for a crafty kid? If you happen to have lots of vintage spools, you can use them to give a plain cork board a makeover. Simply glue the spools to the frames and you're basically done. You can also go the extra mile by making pins using spools and buttons. [Tutorial](http://www.sillypearl.com/2011/05/craft-tutorial-vintage-wooden-spool.html) ## 7. Decorative Metal ![Decorative Metal](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/lifestyle/2012/08/714-560x403_560x403.jpg) This** DIY memo board** is magnetic, too. But instead of using only a painted metal, a decorative sheet was also added for wonderful visual appeal. Isn't it pretty? I love the yellow! [Tutorial](https://thehouseofsmiths.com/2011/12/diy-magnetic-organizational-board-from.html) ## 8. Dry-Erase Sticky Notes _ I am partial to this particular **DIY memo board** because I love to play with Post-Its. The sticky notes on this board idea are not functional and simply serve as guides, though. Nonetheless, I think they look very cute. Tutorial_ ## 9. Clothesline ![Clothesline](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/lifestyle/2012/08/914_445x304.jpg) How adorable! You can make your version using a random piece of wood with strings placed horizontally. Add wooden clips and use the finished product as a darling memo board. [Tutorial](https://www.shanty-2-chic.com/2012/01/pbteen-inspired-memo-board.html) ## 10. Tufted ![Tufted](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/lifestyle/2012/08/109_480x290.jpg) Looking for a feminine **DIY memo board**? This tufted idea from The Centstational Girl might be right up your alley. You will need frame, wood, batting, fabric, ribbon, and nail heads to make this pretty memo board. [Tutorial](https://centsationalstyle.com/2010/03/building-a-custom-memo-board/) Ready to get organized? Give one or two of these** DIY memo boards** a try and make your student's room more orderly. 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