Oct 27, 2016 take an old book, cut out small hearts and arrang them on a background of white scrapbook paper, then frame. I love the look of them and i love the story behind them. Dont toss old books when you decide to get a kindle or a nook, you can make fun crafts from them, to give as gifts or to decorate your home. You can use an old book you have around already or. That wreath also had shredded paper but it was in the form of easter grass rather than a shred book pages. Its been a fun two weeks of just enjoying some time with the kiddos and the hubby and taking it a bit slow. Thanks for the tutorial and for hosting gina reply. Create these recycled books resin paper wire forms with old books, toothpicks, resin glass, and some glitter. I want to make one for my mom and i using my grandmas old sheet music. I think i will do this for a christmas wreath with an old book of carols from the thrift store. The book is a book of poems by keats, however it is falling apart and some pages are missing. It might surprise you just how many types of crafts you can create.
After i hung it on the door, i got this fun asian decor vibe from it that really appealed to my taste. Mine was fairly new, but looked antique along the outside edge. Jenna shares with her her coolest design for a vintage door wreath. Koszoru regi konyvbol old book crafts, book page crafts. Last week i showed you how i incorporated this wreath into my magical. After taking down my winter wreath, i had a bare spot on my wall. Nov 18, 2014 it was super exciting and i was honored to help her with the book launch party. This beautiful book wreath is a great way to decorate your reading nook or library. We were making them for fall but then we decided that our new wreaths were perfect for christmas.
Last year i made a rather large book page wreath to hang over our mantel. Before you can make this wreath, you have to be okay with tearing apart a book. Dec 02, 2014 an old book or two, for a total of at least 330 pages which comes to 165 sheets of paper. I took a short blogging break last week, but now im back now and i am ready for a new year and lots of diys. I didnt have a book i wanted to tear up to make the wreath so i got one for fifty cents at the thrift store. Mysteries scare me and i really dont enjoy reading them so it was the perfect choice. Oct 22, 20 now i just made a hook in both ends and looped them together to close the wreath. Dec 09, 2015 this wreath is pretty much my favourite thing. I shared my book page wreath in my fall mantel a few years ago, and a few people asked where they could find the tutorial for it. An old book or two, for a total of at least 330 pages which comes to 165 sheets of paper. Next, turn the book page wreath over and hot glue around the clothes pins to make sure everything is secure. Im an avid reader and a lover of rustic chic diy so theres something about old book pages that just tugs at my heart. This book page magnolia wreath, is perfect for your farmhouse.
This one is so simple even your little kids can help you make it. All the above highlighted links are to the actual tutorial which, i found out, is not always easy to locate. How to make a book page wreath, a simple step by step tutorial on how to make a stunning wreath very cheap and very easy. Book page wreath tutorial large book page wreath i want to do this with a little poof of burlap in the center and a little bunch of flowers nestled within that. Dec 04, 2014 i bought a wreath from her thats made out of an old copy of pride and prejudice and i love it my other favorites from her were simple glass ball ornaments that she covered in strips of book pages. Book page wreath tutorial items similar to book page wreath created from antique book pages custom made large wreath on etsy repurposed book page wreath in paper art magazine by cloth paper scissors via knick of time book page wreath. If you want another great option for valentines day, then you can make this simple paper heart garland, this glittery hearts wreath, or this nosew fabric valentine wreath. Gather clothes pins and pin them in a circle around the base.
Just like our recent dollar store hack on how to make wreath with a laundry basket, in this tutorial, the stock pot frees us from having to use wreath forms. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Ive been looking for the perfect book page wreath to make because i have a damaged antique book with beautiful gold leafed pages. Cant wait to give it to her youll need a wreath base too. Discover recipes, home ideas, style inspiration and other ideas to try. I shared my book page wreath in my f all mantel a few years ago, and a few people asked where they could find the tutorial for it. Easy to make romantic sheet music decorating projects diy vintage decor ideas used a pizza box for the base circle. When you are done you should have a bunch of cones like this. Click over to see how easy it is to make with embroidery hoops and old book pages.
Start with an old book and turn it into a masterpiece. You can fold, roll, tuck, cut, and glue them in so many different ways to make a gorgeous addition to a wall or door. You could also use this technique to create a wreath using magazine pages, comic book pages, or even tissue paper or construction. The most time consuming part was covering the foam wreath form with paper. Each scallop circle will need to be scrunched and attached to the wreath form. I scouted out garage sales and thrift shops for old books. Transform that old book into this gorgeous origami old book page wreath with a simple folding pattern and a bit of glue. Jun 10, 2019 how to make a paper wreath using pages from a vintage book. Using an old book with give you the look of patina that only comes with age. Turn an unwanted old book into a beautiful and unique book page wreath. Jan, 2018 this is an easy tutorial on how to make a diy book wreath with a custom sign. After seeing lots of pictures of them all over and loving the look of them, i decided it was time to make one. That book tree you listed is very festive too may have to try it. This craft requires a little more skill, and some more intense tools, but youre sure.
Today i am going to share the tutorial of how to make this simple wreath from an old book. Fold each page into a cone and staple at the bottom. Christmas decorating christmas wreath old book pages. It might surprise you just how many types of crafts you can. You can upcycle old books into beautiful journals, photo albums, or cookbooks. How to make a dahlia book page wreath a wonderful thought. An elegant and unique paper wreath made from the vintage old book pages. It was about 20 years old but the pages didnt look old enough for the look. How to make a book page paper wreath a tutorial based. How to make a book page wreath, and more book art ideas. I scooped up some old books in the free box at my local library, and straw wreath forms at a local garage sale.
Book page wreath tutorial book page crafts, book page. Easy and beautiful diy projects made with old books 2017. Hymnal wreath tutorial wreath tutorial, paper flower. I really love how easy it is to make, and that it fits really any home decor style. Christmas decorating christmas wreath old book pages youtube.
You all should totally make a wreath from an old book but were really here to talk about wreaths. How to make a wreath using an old book barry belcher. Find a mass market paperback that no one will miss. My friend brought the pine cones and i had the old books. Diy luscious wreath made from old book pages the spice.
This tutorial shows how i created a wreath with only household items. How to make an old book page wreath begin by using a circle hoop or similar to trace and measure a wreath shape onto cardboard. I also love that fact that is a very cheap diy project to make. How to make a book page wreath celebrate every day with me. I knew it would fit in perfect with my late summer mantel. Id just seen a book page wreath on the shabby creek cottage so when i found this old book in my donate pile, i knew i could make my own book page wreath. I did the book christmas tree last year with all of my old books i collect and it was so cool. My version of the book page wreath satori design for living. The sneakiest way to hide your bedside phone charger. I want to use it in the new musicthemed bedroom for the twins. Nov 14, 20 last year i made a rather large book page wreath to hang over our mantel. Punch what will feel like a million circles because you will need a lot of them. A step by step tutorial of how to make a wreath from old book pages. Transform old books into this origami old book page wreath with simple folding techniques anyone can follow with this video tutorial.
Jan 03, 2017 this book page magnolia wreath, is perfect for your farmhouse. Add hot glue on the clothes pins and place your sign carefully on the top and hold the sign steady until the glue is dry. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. In developing the party theme of vintage books, burlap and lace, i made this book page wreath for her door. Learn how to roll book pages into pretty rosette flowers with this tutorial. This book page paper wreath tutorial is the first diy home decor item ive made this spring and it is a dollar store craft. Very artsy and perfect decoration for the book lover. Begin by punching lots of scallop circles out of the pages of the book. When i first made this wreath, i thought it was just a pretty addition to a room.
After searching a bit, i found a few howtos which i combined into this hymnal wreath tutorial. Made with a cardboard frame and pages from a book, this diy wreath is so simple to make, yet gives any room in your home a stunning accent piece that everyone will love. Dec, 20 id just seen a book page wreath on the shabby creek cottage so when i found this old book in my donate pile, i knew i could make my own book page wreath. A list of all the materials used in the above tutorial can be found. Are you looking for an easy way to create a spring wreath. Youtubes most watched interior designer rebecca robeson recreates an old antique book pages wreath for her home. Find an old book, cut out some flower and butterfly shapes and mod podge them to the bottles. Diy old books old book crafts book page crafts recycled books book page art book art old book pages how to make wreaths. I saw a wreath similar to this a couple of months ago and got an old classical music book that a friend was giving to goodwill to use.
Add this gorgeous rustic old book wreath to your front door as a fun statement piece using easy to find upcycled items you have on hand. Book pages wreaths revisited ajs trash2treasure blog. The wreath is so lushes and thick it was the quickest way to hang it. How to make a book page wreath the shabby creek cottage. It will go with farmhouse style wreaths or as a christmas wreath. I cut the pages in half since i was using a smaller wreath base. How to make a book page paper wreath a tutorial based blog. I have wanted to make a dahlia book page wreath for a while. A couple of months ago, my sweet friend a and i got together one afternoon and made two pine cone and book page wreaths. I love that its so versatile, textured and easy to make. Nov 19, 2012 heres an oval wreath that would look great all year long. Turn an old book into a gorgeous rustic wreath hometalk. How to make a book page wreath, and a few more book art projects im wanting to try this holiday season. Page wreath tutorial book page wreath tutorial vintage, paint and more.
How to make junk journal out of an old book part 1 step by step diy tutorial for beginners. Nov 21, 2011 ive been looking for the perfect book page wreath to make because i have a damaged antique book with beautiful gold leafed pages. I used a 9 dinner plate for the large circle and a. I am a lover of old books and words printed on almost anything so it was a given that i would fall in love with this book page wreath when i saw it on the internet. Licia upcycled an old frame by spray painting it deep purple and then painted a purple bird on a book page as the central motif. Spring wreath made from embroidery hoops and old book pages. Sep 16, 2011 this video demonstrates how to make a wreath with the pages torn from an old book. I used about 150 sheets, 7 inches by 5 inches, to cover the wreath form. Using a pencil, roll your book page from one corner to the next to make a tube. Book wreath tutorial recycle your old books into a gorgeous wreath.
The pretty snowflake ornament is great for a bow source. Then i shared it in our wood frame gallery wall, and a lot of other people asked where they could find the tutorial. I love using up something that would otherwise be trash, and this is a great example of how you can turn trash to treasure in no time. For the uglies of this project, i used floral wire between the wreath wire and the cup hook in the wall to hang the old book wreath. How to make book page flower wreath a step by step guide to making book page flowers into a wreath. This one is so easy yall, just fold paper and glue. So easy and perfect for all of those old books to be put to good use. I was up in pennsylvania and just enjoying the time with my family. The only problem was all the hymnal wreaths i liked were actually pinned from etsy, so there were no tutorials. I have fallen in love with this old book page wreath. Gorgeous old book page wreath video tutorial march 22, 2020 by vanessa beaty leave a comment.
Easy diy burlap wreath dollar tree wreath frame tutorial. Diy luscious wreath made from old book pages the spice of life. Last year, i made a spring wreath with a cute little bird and some bunting on it. Everybody has already posted how to make a book page wreath all over blogworld, but im in a creative slump, so i thought id just do something anything just to get my juices flowing again. Book page wreath tutorial book page wreath, wreath. This video shows a cheap and easy way to create a beautiful book page wreath using new or old books, newspaper, or any paper. There are several book page wreaths out there for inspiration. Book page wreath tutorial christmas decorations 38 trendy ideas book page wreath tutorial front of wreath with first row finished a step by step tutorial of how to make a wreath from old book pages. Book page wreath book page wreath, book wreath, old book crafts. Especially when the end product turns out better than expected. You could also use this technique to create a wreath using magazine pages, comic book pages, or even tissue paper or construction paper.
Today we are making a grape vine wreath from old books, with the aid of a large stock pot. It is time consuming, but so worth it, so you may want to start with a small wreath first. Then i saw still cannot remember where someone who had cut leaf shapes out of old book pages to make a wreath like this. Our bloggy friends have more to show you so hop on. Suddenly, i had a unique addition to really add to my midcentury modern decor. Make this rustic old book page wreath with adorable red button accents as a fun addition to your front door for any season of the year. Book page wreath tutorial a step by step tutorial of how to make a wreath from old book pages. Jun 03, 2010 while i like them, they just werent quite my thing. The combination of old book pages, some simple decorative artificial roses, and this gorgeous wreath became reality.
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