Compass Travel Journal

14. Gather other sentimental objects, photographs, folders or envelopes that you want to include in the pages of your travel journal. Cut to fit.

Binding

16. Measure and mark three equally spaced holes on the binding strip (figure G). Drill holes with a 7/32-inch drill bit (figure H).

17. Insert aluminum screw posts into the holes and tighten with a screwdriver (figure I). The length of the screw post will vary on the thickness of the book.

18. Choose a small photograph or map and adhere it to the front cover using double-stick tape (figure J).

19. Drill two holes centered on the back cover 1 inch from the edge.

20. Thread elastic through and cut to size. Sew ends together.

21. Dab glue into the compass hole and the back of the compass. Press firmly into place.

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