{1} Use a saw or serrated knife to cut the tube into two segments, with one longer than the other. Tip: If your cut is not completely straight, don’t worry! Use sandpaper to smooth the cut edge and even things out.
{2} Use double-sided tape and/or craft glue to adhere the patterned paper around the mail tube.
DIY Mail Tube Pencil Case | Damask Love Blog
{3} Roll the cardstock as shown…
{4} then slide it into the bottom portion of the tube, allowing 1/2″- 1″ to extend above the edge of the tube. Adhere this piece of cardstock into place using craft glue.
DIY Mail Tube Pencil Case | Damask Love Blog
{5} Use a hole punch to place holes on either side of the top portion of the tube as shown
{6} Place the elastic into the holes as shown and secure the elastic into place with knots or by using eyelets.
{7} Use the hold punch again to place two notches in the bottom edge of the tube (see below)