Nov 18, 2014 this past summer, my friend melissa deming of hive resources launched the paperback version of her book, daughters of the king. Cut a circle about twelve inches across, it doesnt need to be exact, just trace out. How to make flowers out of book pages budget friendly diy ashleigh lauren duration. Ingenious and crafty ways of turning paper into stylish wreaths.
The cool thing about this paper art wreath is that you can dress it up a little all. How to make a book page wreath shaped like a heart february 2, 2015 june 11, 2019 a few friends asked me to please do a post on how i made the book page wreath that i have hanging above my fireplace mantel in my living room after seeing it on my valentine heart craft post. Book page wreath tutorial how to make a book page wreath. I used about 150 sheets, 7 inches by 5 inches, to cover the wreath form. In developing the party theme of vintage books, burlap and lace, i made this book page wreath for her. Tie the tops of the two pieces to the bow with the extra tie length. Transform old books into this origami old book page wreath with simple folding techniques anyone can follow with this video tutorial. This past summer, my friend melissa deming of hive resources launched the paperback version of her book, daughters of the king it was super exciting and i was honored to help her with the book launch party. Cheap decorating ideas, diy projects january 2, 2017. Dec 15, 2011 glue some book pages together to get a longer piece and then crumble it and dip it in glue diluted with water. Next, remove the inner circle of the mason jar lid, you only need the outer ring.
Youtubes most watched interior designer rebecca robeson recreates an old antique book pages wreath for her home. 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. Start out by tearing your book pages from your book. Burlap wired ribbon about 4 feet glue gun optional. This beautiful book wreath is a great way to decorate your reading nook or library. Trim the bottom edges by folding the ribbon in half and cutting at about a 45degree angle across the folded ribbon from the bottom of the outer edges up toward the center. Then you start rolling and gluing the pages into rolls. Nov, 2010 diy faux curled rosewood wreath made from rolled recycled book pages posted by stephanie lynn i have seen various versions of faux rosewood wreaths in just about every store and catalog for the upcoming season. I wanted to reshare it because i thought it may have gotten lost in the mix of over 600 posts ive published and i thought it was a fun book page craft. Book page wreath made in 3 easy steps as an avid book lover, the first time i saw a book page wreath i immediately fell in love with it.
Book page wreath made in 3 easy steps sparkles of sunshine. I used 55 book pages for this wreath, so thats a good number to start with for a 9 inch wreath form. Start your second layer as pictured below approximately 30 pages. How to make a dahlia book page wreath a wonderful thought. While waiting on it to heat up begin removing your book pages until you have plenty of single pages. Got some plastic grocery bags, a cardboard box and an old book ready to recycle. Adorable paper xmas star, diy door wreaths made of rolled book pages, vintage book page garlands and many more upcycled book page christmas ornaments will make your holiday unforgettable. Next, i cut out a circle from a large piece of a box just two circular objects a container lid for the outside, a bowl for the inside, then cut the circles with a.
Book page wreath i adore this faux rosewood book page wreath. More unique and untraditional ways of decoration here. Several weeks ago it was my friend lindas birthday, and i wanted to. An old book or two, for a total of at least 330 pages which comes to 165 sheets of paper. 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. An old book preferably with some brown discolored aging. Rustic folded book page wreath with video tutorial diy. The pages need to be big enough to cut out a 4 x 4inch square.
Using a hot glue gun, glue the cones onto the foam wreath. It probably took me a just over an hour to make this entire wreath while we watched a christmas movie last night. It diffuses the bright overhead light nicely without making the room feel dark or. How to make paper hearts from old book pages fabulessly frugal. How to make a wreath with paper book pages old book crafts. I knew it would fit in perfect with my late summer mantel. Glue some book pages together to get a longer piece and then crumble it and dip it in glue diluted with water. Nov 14, 20 an old book preferably with some brown discolored aging. This book page paper wreath tutorial is the first diy home decor item ive made this spring and it is a dollar store craft. That wreath also had shredded paper but it was in the form of easter grass rather than a shred book pages. I dare say that yesterdays galvanized feathers were authentically original. This book page magnolia wreath, is perfect for your farmhouse.
Next, add a line of hot glue on the side you folded up and fold the other half of the book page. For this craft, we chose the handy arrow tr400ws glue gun kit, which allowed for easy access to glue sticks and glue gun from the handy kit workstation for this glueintensive project. Its been a fun two weeks of just enjoying some time with the kiddos and the hubby and taking it a bit slow. 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.
Sep 21, 2014 how to make flowers out of book pages budget friendly diy ashleigh lauren duration. I like that it is flat, but i could have used a smaller one and it would have worked well. Sep 15, 2016 i really love this simple little wreath. Carefully tear or cut pages out of the book you are using. How to make a book page wreath, and more book art ideas. Lets continue with the actual book page wreath tutorial. Got some plastic grocery bags, leftover fabric, a cardboard box and an old book ready. I was up in pennsylvania and just enjoying the time with my family. The book is a book of poems by keats, however it is falling apart and some pages are missing. Book page wreath craft with diy all black chalkboard.
Diy luscious wreath made from old book pages the spice of life. I am going to frame my wreath in the dollar tree picture frame. This recycled book page wreath tutorial was an oldie but goodie trash to treasure idea. Things you need to create book page valentines day wreath. An easy diy craft tutorial idea for beautiful home decor that you can display all year long. I have wanted to make a dahlia book page wreath for a while. Ive been looking for the perfect book page wreath to make because i have a damaged antique book with beautiful gold leafed pages. I love the look of them and i love the story behind them. Dec 02, 2014 an old book or two, for a total of at least 330 pages which comes to 165 sheets of paper. Got to love all those printed pages from books we dont read from. After you have this part, decorate it with paper flowers and other things. You can use an old book you have around already or. It is an easy, beautiful and inexpensive diy project.
Diy book pages wreath i had an awesome weekend which included eating homemade crepes, discovering the beauty of west virginia, drinking lots of flavored coffee, taking some fun pictures, spending time with family and finishing my first 5 credits of french. Come see all the ways you can decorate your home with book pages. How to make a book page wreath the shabby creek cottage. How to make a book page wreath, and a few more book art projects im wanting to try this holiday season. Learn how to make a book page wreath that resembles a dahlia flower. Fyi, i just covered a pumpkin the other day, using brown edged, brittle pages from an old book. Book page chandelier create a beautiful chandelier from old book pages and a circle punch. After taking down my winter wreath, i had a bare spot on my wall.
I cut the pages in half since i was using a smaller wreath base. Easy diy book wreath with a custom sign since ive taken down our christmas decor, our front entryway just seemed bare. Make a book page wreath in just 3 easy steps, a simple tutorial at sparkles of sunshine. 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. Book page valentines day wreath diy just that perfect piece. This diy book page wreath is a great accent to any room, and you can repurpose a discarded book.
You will need either a 12 inch wreath form, or you can cut one out using cardboard. We love vintage book page projects and couldnt wait to create our diy mini book page wreath. Jan 03, 2017 this book page magnolia wreath, is perfect for your farmhouse. Its been sitting in our book box of guiltthose perfectly good books that we dont want and nobody else does eitherso it was a good candidate for ripping to pieces. After seeing lots of pictures of them all over and loving the look of them, i decided it was time to make one. Jun 10, 2019 how to make a paper wreath using pages from a vintage book. Trace and cut out 4 ribbon shapes onto the book pages to go on the bottom of the bow. I had originally intended on glueing red and white striped straws to the record and making a retro 50s looking wreath. How to make a book page paper wreath the crafty blog stalker.
Jan, 2018 easy diy book wreath with a custom sign since ive taken down our christmas decor, our front entryway just seemed bare. Lay a book page underneath your wreath and fold one side up over the wreath. Diy christmas wreath, wool scarf christmas wreath tutorial, 2 min diy. Diy faux curled rosewood wreath made from rolled recycled book pages posted by stephanie lynn i have seen various versions of faux rosewood wreaths in just about every store and catalog for the upcoming season. It goes by quicker if you do it while watching frozen with a little cutie at least it did for me. Who doesnt love budget friendly elegant home decor. I scooped up some old books in the free box at my local library, and straw wreath forms at a local garage sale. How to make a book page wreath celebrate every day with me. Mar 16, 2020 how to make an origami old book page wreath. How to make a paper wreath using pages from a vintage book.
Dec 04, 2014 all you need is a book or several, if youre using skinny paperbacks, a stapler, a foam board or wreath, and a glue gun. Use several of these pieces to make the vines that will form the wreath. You will want to read my previous post on making a book page wreath for the easiest way to crumble your book pages. Next, i cut out a circle from a large piece of a box just two circular objects a container lid for the outside, a bowl for the inside, then cut the circles with a box knife to create. There are several book page wreaths out there for inspiration. In the world of blogging it gets so hard sometimes to come up with original and creative content. A blogger posted this plate wreath idea over 1 year ago and its so amazing people are still commenting on it. I have the perfect spot for it, so im going to have to copy your idea and will give you and buddy all the credit. Making this book page wreath only took around 45 minutes. I recommend starting with 20 pages and adding more later if needed. See more ideas about book page wreath, book wreath and book pages. How to make a book page wreath shaped like a heart. I watched a movie while i rolled the pages up one by one to make it easier when i went to put them on the wreath form.
Nov 24, 2012 youtubes most watched interior designer rebecca robeson recreates an old antique book pages wreath for her home. In developing the party theme of vintage books, burlap and lace, i made this book page wreath for her door. Apr 25, 2020 set aside the wreath, and take an additional 34 book pages out to create a paper bow. 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. Start by tracing and cutting out a bow shape on 3 or 4 book pages then set those aside. You will need either a 12 inch wreath form, or you can cut one out using. Oct 10, 20 this recycled book page wreath tutorial was an oldie but goodie trash to treasure idea. Mar 06, 2020 while waiting on it to heat up begin removing your book pages until you have plenty of single pages. Ingenious and crafty ways of turning paper into stylish.
I stained the embroidery hoop a dark color and while it dried, i taped two book pages together so they were big enough to fit the back of the embroidery hoop. Old book the older the better as the pages will be more yellow and it will give a vintage look to your wreath. A step by step tutorial of how to make a wreath from old book pages. Im absolutely in love with this wreath and it couldnt be easier to make. Set aside the wreath, and take an additional 34 book pages out to create a paper bow. 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.
Dec, 20 i had originally intended on glueing red and white striped straws to the record and making a retro 50s looking wreath. Last year, i made a spring wreath with a cute little bird and some bunting on it. Next take your wire wreath and lay it with the curved side up. How about a beautiful addition to a wrapped present. You could also use this technique to create a wreath using magazine pages, comic book pages, or even tissue paper or construction paper. So definitely not the quick 10 minute crafts im used to but its also not that long. Its been a fun two weeks of just enjoying some time with the kiddos and the hubby and taking it. Im an avid reader and a lover of rustic chic diy so theres something about old book pages that just tugs at my heart.
The first step is to cut up the pages of your book into squares. So when i organized a craft for womens night at our church awhile back, i decided this easy book page wreath would be a project everyone would love. Sometimes, thats a really good feeling, like when youre decluttering and you feel like youve simplified. I had a damaged antique book with beautiful gold leafed pages. You will need several depending upon the size of your embroidery hoop.
Old book pages about 70 licia likes to use paperback books because the pages tear out easily and the paper is a nice weight for rolling. I used this old readers digest condensed books book given to me. Book pages i used an old book i had, but you could thrift one if you are sentimental about your books. All you need is a book or several, if youre using skinny paperbacks, a stapler, a foam board or wreath, and a glue gun. It was super exciting and i was honored to help her with the book launch party. How to decorate with book pages stationary this post goes way beyond the book page wreath. This video shows a cheap and easy way to create a beautiful book page wreath using new or. I tore out about 50 pages from the book and made sure they were ones that had equally spaced texted on either side basically i didnt want a big chapter title or large dark font showing up on my wreath. Today i like to show you a wreath that i made out of things you already have homebook pages. X 2 then, crumble them around a pen or a marker to give it the ruffled look. Dec 09, 2015 how to assemble your book page wreath.
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