Sticky Note Station with 4 Tracing Templates

Turn ordinary sticky notes into organized to-do lists, checklists, grids and structured study notes with this compact 3D printable desk accessory.

The design consists of three main elements:

• Sticky Note Holder

• Template Holder

• 4 Reusable tracing templates

The Sticky Note Holder keeps the note pad organized while also providing a raised back panel where a sticky note can be displayed vertically as a visible reminder. Three clearance openings around the front and sides allow the tabs of the tracing templates to extend beyond the sticky note without colliding with the holder walls. Simply place a template over a sticky note, trace the desired pattern with a pencil or pen, remove the template and start writing. When the templates are not being used, they can be stored neatly underneath the holder.

Sticky_Note_Holder

The main holder is designed to keep a stack of sticky notes securely positioned on your desk.

It includes:

• Raised back panel for displaying an important note

• Open front for easy access to the paper

• Side clearances for positioning the templates

• Integrated pencil resting area

• Compact footprint for desks, classrooms and study spaces

Two versions are included:

• Sticky_Note_Holder: Standard version with a more solid base.

• Sticky_Note_Holder-V2: Material-saving version with reduced material in the bottom section while maintaining the same functionality.

Template Storage Base

The Template_Holder serves two purposes. First, it acts as a storage compartment for the four included templates. It contains two horizontal storage slots, with each slot capable of holding two templates. Second, it works as a docking base for Sticky_Note_Holder. The upper geometry is designed so that the note holder fits neatly on top of it, creating a compact all-in-one desk organizer.

Two versions are included:

• Template_Holder: Standard version.

• Template_Holder-V2: A filament-saving version with less material around the internal slot separators.

Included Tracing Templates

Template 1 – Checklist + Grid

Features:

• 7 horizontal writing lines

• Circular markers on one side

• Square markers on the opposite side

Ideal for creating:

• To-do lists

• Task checklists

• Study plans

• Homework lists

Rotate the template 90° and trace it again to quickly create a grid pattern.

Template 2 – Square Checklist

Features:

• Horizontal writing guides

• Larger square markers on one side

Useful for:

• To-do lists

• Homework tracking

• Progress checklists

• Daily tasks

The larger boxes provide more space for check marks, symbols or color coding.

Template 3 – Round Checklist

Features:

• Horizontal writing guides

• Larger circular markers

Useful for creating:

• Bullet lists

• Priority lists

• Study tasks

• Habit tracking

• Classroom activities

Template 4 – Lines, Grid & Pattern Template

A more versatile template featuring:

• 7 evenly spaced line guides

• Four interconnected curved line sections

• Elongated oval tracing openings

It can be used to create:

• Straight writing guides

• Full-page grids

• Decorative patterns

• Oval slots

• Structured note layouts

It is intended as a more flexible template for experimenting with different note styles.

Printing

The entire project was designed with FDM printing and ease of use in mind.

Recommended settings

• Material: PLA or PETG

• Nozzle: 0.4 mm

• Layer height: 0.20 mm

• Walls: 2–3

• Infill: 10–20%

• Supports: Not required

• Brim: Not normally required

• Ironing: just for templates

The included STL files are oriented in their intended printing position.

Why It Is Useful for School

The goal of this project is to turn an everyday school supply into a more versatile study tool. Instead of purchasing different printed sticky note styles, the same ordinary sticky note pad can be reused with different tracing templates depending on the task. One day it can become a checklist, the next, a grid, another note can become a simple lined reminder. The templates are reusable, washable and stored directly underneath the note holder when not needed.

The design is therefore compact, practical and intended for repeated everyday use throughout the school year.

Back to School 2026

This model was created with practical school use in mind.

It is:

• Easy to print

• Fully support-free

• Modular

• Reusable

• Useful for studying and organization

• Compact enough for a student desk

• Designed around common school supplies

• Available in filament-saving versions

I hope it can make everyday note-taking and study organization a little easier.

Feedback and suggestions for additional template designs are very welcome!

Included Files

• Sticky_Note_Holder

• Sticky_Note_Holder-V2

• Template_Holder

• Template_Holder-V2

• Template-1

• Template-2

• Template-3

• Template-4

Future Updates

I would like to continue expanding the system with additional templates for:

• Weekly planning

• Habit tracking

• Study schedules

• Cornell-style note layouts

• Math grids

• Music notation

• Simple graphs

• Decorative borders

If you have an idea for a useful template, feel free to leave a comment!