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17th April
2011
written by JAK

When finished covering the magazine files, I decided I wanted combination label holders/finger pulls on the tall spine side of the files to identify the contents and to ease pulling them from the shelf.

I had a difficult time finding label holders that were also finger pulls at a reasonable cost that were narrow enough for the magazine files I had. I finally found some at Paxton hardware. Paxton hardware had a minimum order amount, and a high shipping rate, so I bought in bulk (24 at $0.52 each). (If you would like to buy some but don’t want to place a large order, let me know, I’ve got more than a dozen left over).

I also purchased some paper fasteners with small heads and long shanks and some flat washers from the Tim Holtz Idea-ology line (can be found with scrapbooking supplies or on ebay).

Hardware

I set the label holder where I wanted it on the spine of the magazine file. Using a sharp object (like an awl, or points of small scissors) I punctured through the screwhole of the label holder, through the fabric and cardboard of the magazine file.

Puncturing hole

I pushed the paper fastener through the hole, slid a washer over the prongs on the inside of the magazine file, and then spread the prongs apart to secure. The washers prevent the hole from enlarging with use.

Repeat for other screwholes.

Three fabric-covered magazine files with label holders/finger pulls

All ready for the labels!

Next time: File drawers for your Expedit

4 Comments

  1. Dee
    05/18/2011

    These look so cute! I’m going to give it a shot. How much for your extra hardware? 🙂

  2. JAK
    05/18/2011

    I’ll sell them for $0.65 each, plus whatever shipping costs. :O)

  3. Carmen
    08/15/2011

    I covered my Ikea Flynt Magazine Files yesterday with burlap fabric and in researching label holders, I came across this site. Funny how we had the same idea and approach to our resistance to paying so much for the look we want. Well done on your files! Love the fabric choice. I would like to purchase your excess hardware. Please contact me 🙂

  4. Jocelyn
    09/01/2011

    Hi!

    these are so cute!… do you still have any hardware left over? Please let me know… thanks!

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