: For extra durability, especially in heavily used planners, apply packing tape or book tape over the fold before or after punching. Method 3: Quick & Easy Alternatives
To prepare paper tabs for projects like notebooks, planners, or cards, you can choose between manual cutting, using specialized punches, or applying adhesive alternatives like washi tape. Method 1: Manual Cutting (By Hand)
: Apply adhesive as close to the fold as possible on the back portion of the tab, then press it onto your page or card. Method 2: Using a Tab Punch Specialized tools like the "Keeping Tabs" punch or the We R Memory Keepers tab punch Go to product viewer dialog for this item. allow for uniform, repeated results. : For extra durability, especially in heavily used
: You can leave the corners square, cut them at an angle, or use a corner rounder for a professional finish.
: Fold a strip of cardstock or decorative paper in half before punching. Method 2: Using a Tab Punch Specialized tools
: Score the paper in the center at the 1" mark to create a flap that can wrap around the edge of a page.
: Cut a 3 cm piece of washi tape. Stick half to the page edge and fold the other half over so it sticks to itself and the back of the page. : Fold a strip of cardstock or decorative
This is the most accessible method using basic supplies like cardstock and scissors.
