Envelope Budget Accordian File

I have been trying to find a small accordion file to help with my envelope budgeting system. Something about the size of a dollar bill, so I don't have loose envelopes all over or that I'm rifling through.

I can't find one to buy and since I'm trying to save money with the system, making one seemed ideal. Then I thought there must be other people in the same boat and how fun would it be to enjoy someone else's creativity while taking care of business.

So, here's the swap - make your partner one profile based accordion folder with at least 8 pockets and no more than 12. Profile based is more for decoration then format, but if you have a special request please put it in the comments. But please be reasonable and if you receive a well-made accordion file with at least 8 pockets, you should rate a 5.

The file should be large enough to fit a dollar bill, but not much larger.

I found some ideas, but please feel free to be creative. It should be small enough to easily fit into a purse or bag though - like I mentioned, something that's just right for cash. These ideas may be different sizes - they are just for construction technique.

From A2 Envelopes

Basic Instructions This one is from Martha Stewart so you think it'd be snazzier, but it is good instructions for a base. It's in the article, I promise, just scroll down and the picture has a blue envelope file.

Recycled Folder This one doesn't actually have pockets but it seems to be good instructions for a sturdy container. Maybe combine it with the pockets above?

I'm excited to see what you all come up with! Please feel free to share more ideas in the comments.

Since this is pretty time intensive, must have a 4.98+ rating. No recent 1s or 3s. Must have a filled out profile and I will determine newbies on a combination of profile, ratings, and number of Type 2 & 3 swaps. I will also ban if I sense people who are negative or if it just doesn't feel right.