Splashing out on luxury stationery might not be your thing, but there's definitely something enjoyable about using a notebook or journal that's totally unique to you. Want a change from the usual ...

You spent good money on that huge library of VHS tapes, but now DVDs are where it's at. If you decide to get rid of the tapes, hang on to their boxes and repurpose them to make these wicked spiral ...

If you like to keep a notepad handy to jot down ideas and don't care for Moleskines or Hipster PDAs you might carry the classic spiral pocket notebook. They're dirt cheap and get the job done but ...