The other day our golden retriever chewed up an encyclopedia. Roll a page into a tube, then crinkle the bottom of the tube and glue it to the underside of the wreath form. How to make a book page wreath, and more book art ideas. Find a phone book with gray pages and a few yellow highlights. After taking down my winter wreath, i had a bare spot on my wall. Ingenious and crafty ways of turning paper into stylish wreaths. 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. More unique and untraditional ways of decoration here. A few pages from an old book are folded, wrapped, rolled, and put together to form a fake grapevine wreath with stunning little flower accents. I was up in pennsylvania and just enjoying the time with my family.
Book page wreaths have been all the rage for awhile around blogland. Learn how to make this beautiful and fulllooking book page wreath, plus get the details for making 14 other diy wreaths for the holidays. Apr 16, 20 begin by mixing together 2 tablespoons of peroxide with baking soda. Jan 17, 2015 anyway, ever since dechristmasing our home, the mantel has been rather bare. You can mix this together and store it in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks safely. Join me as i make a farmhouse book page heart wreath inspired by the diy mommy. This just lets the circle sit off from the back of the wreath so it doesnt squish the book page cones. Jan 03, 2017 this book page magnolia wreath, is perfect for your farmhouse. I used about 150 sheets, 7 inches by 5 inches, to cover the wreath form. It was about 20 years old but the pages didnt look old enough for the look. Burlap wired ribbon about 4 feet glue gun optional.
Heres a book page wreath diy project made from scrapbook paper birds. Dec 04, 2014 ive been eyeing these great book page wreaths for a while now, and finally got around to making my own last weekend. Nov 11, 2009 i usually avoid traditional holiday decor, but when i spotted this wreath made from book pages on design crush, i instantly fell in love with its elegant form, ruffled texture, and vintage feel. Once you have the paste created, wet your toothbrush and add enough of the paste to cover the bristles. How to make wreaths, dried flower arrangements, potpourris, dolls, baskets, gifts, decorative accessories for th. And then along comes new years bringing with it hope and resolutions and blackeyed peas and. All you need is a book or several, if youre using skinny paperbacks, a stapler, a foam board or wreath, and a glue gun. If you want to make your own, start with a few book pages.
Book page rose wreath paper flowers diy, paper roses. Simple eucalyptus wreaths bind with brass ring, instructions for making. The country chic cottage diy, cricut, crafts, recipes, decor saved to printables. An old book or two, for a total of at least 330 pages which comes to 165 sheets of paper. This one is so easy yall, just fold paper and glue. Recycled book page butterfly wreath, if you follow me on facebook, you saw this recycled book page butterfly wreath i found on pintrest. Push the pin into the styrofoam wreath, starting in the inside and working your way around. This old book page wrapped wreath is a gorgeous addition to any door or room. Repeat this step until the entire wreath is wrapped with book pages. Or if you roll the pages tighter magazine pages, one can glue around an old cardboard ice cream can as used in ice cream stores. Turn an unwanted old book into a beautiful and unique book page wreath tutorial from knick of time. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
A couple of us had seen book page angel wings and it seemed like a fun project to do. Pages with edges that are beginning to yellow look especially nice when rolled due to the color variation. Ive just reached 250,000 subscribers on my youtube channel, so i thought it would be fun to celebrate by recreating my very first youtube video just over 5 years ago, i made a heartshaped book page wreath find the original post right here, and posted it as my first video tutorial. The first step is to cut up the pages of your book into squares. Several weeks ago it was my friend lindas birthday, and i wanted to.
We love vintage book page projects and couldnt wait to create our diy mini book page wreath. First, i wanted to age the edges of the book pages, so i used a wet tea bag and dabbed it on the edges of the pages. I dare say that yesterdays galvanized feathers were authentically original. This project takes hours but the results are spectacular. Book page wreath craft with diy all black chalkboard. Colorful upcycled plastic spoon butterfly duration. Book pages i used an old book i had, but you could thrift one if you are sentimental about your books.
First, while youre heating up your glue gun, tear out a bunch of papers. Trace and cut out 4 ribbon shapes onto the book pages to go on the bottom of the bow. Its been a fun two weeks of just enjoying some time with the kiddos and the hubby and taking it a bit slow. Sharing tips on making your house a home on a budget through diy ing and easy recipes. This is a page about making a christmas wreath with book pages. Book page wreath made in 3 easy steps sparkles of sunshine.
It saddens me a tad to rip old books apart, but the end results just make you love the written word on a whole new level. 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. 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. Set aside the wreath, and take an additional 34 book pages out to create a paper bow. I like that it is flat, but i could have used a smaller one and it would have worked well. I had a damaged antique book with beautiful gold leafed pages. But maybe looking at this fabulous book page wreath wi. Its been a fun two weeks of just enjoying some time with the kiddos and the hubby and taking it. Diy teeth whitening 4 proven homemade remedies for whiter teeth. Pin it 4th whitening solution bananas speaking of yummy, bananas can also be used to give you a beautifully white smile.
So easy to create your own style with this wreath that is great. Phone book wreath may 3, 2011 by michelle barneck 10 comments it is just taking up space in your cupboard and all the info you need is online anyway, so pull that dusty phone book off the shelf and make use of it. Wire hanger crafts wire hangers twig crafts nature crafts wreath crafts diy projects to try craft projects twig art deco nature. It was super exciting and i was honored to help her with the book launch party. But dabbing the bag on the edges of the pages worked great. I just think its such a creative use of materials, and a stunning result to boot. Dahlia wreath by melissa spratt gallery one super nice and simple diy in boho style. Ive been eyeing these great book page wreaths for a while now, and finally got around to making my own last weekend.
This book page magnolia wreath, is perfect for your farmhouse. Dec 15, 2011 a paper cone wreath can take many different forms and can be designed in a lot of stylish and interesting ways. How to make a heart shaped book page wreath youtube. Ive used it for photo pages in my kitchen, book page flowers and now book page wreaths and i still have like 800 pages left. Jan, 2018 thats when i decided i would create an easy diy book wreath with a custom sign i created years ago. Its like all that buildup to christmas and stockings and snowmen and family and friends and caroling and all the joys of the season. Book page wreath i have pages from old books coming out my ears, so in my quest to use of some of them, i created 2 wreaths from some antique german pages. 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. Cheap decorating ideas, diy projects january 2, 2017. I took a short blogging break last week, but now im back now and i am ready for a new year and lots of diy s. Try a ream of colored paper from the office supply a bit more cost, or try to finish off a can of spray paint.
I dont know about you, but christmas is not complete without music all of the beautiful. Directions i started with taking a damp tea bag and lightly rubbing the sides of the book. Carefully and gradually peel away the adhesive strip and stick the two sides together. If the thought of taking an exacto to your favorite read makes you a little squeamish, take heart. For just a couple dollars, i have a pretty color wash book page wreath. Dec 04, 2014 my mom gave it to me when i told her i wanted to put book pages on the floor of our classroom. I am a little late to the book page wreath bandwagon but it is so worth it to be late than not at all. This book page paper wreath tutorial is the first diy home decor item ive made this spring and it is a dollar store craft.
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. Apr 11, 20 for the center of the wreath, i spray painted a 6 inch wooden circle with chalkboard paint about 4 layers. You will need either a 12 inch wreath form, or you can cut one out using cardboard. Diy teeth whitening 4 proven homemade remedies for. Last year, i made a spring wreath with a cute little bird and some bunting on it. 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. Nov 19, 2012 heres an oval wreath that would look great all year long. In developing the party theme of vintage books, burlap and lace, i made this book page wreath for her door.
Diy vintage inspired book page ornament crafty julie. I then attached a wooden block that i took from my kids building blocks to the center of the wreath using command strips. I love the look of them and i love the story behind them. How to make a dahlia book page wreath a wonderful thought. Let me show you how to make an easy book page wreath today. If youre looking for beautiful, neutral fall decor ideas, try making your own book page. 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. Wreath form mine was covered in burlap from another project hot glue. As an ex english teacher book hoarder, i never imagined i would tear up a beautiful book to use for decoration. 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. 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. Beautifully rustic diy folded book page paper wreath youtube. The wreath is made of dozens of paper roses cut out of book pages. On bliss street book page wreath tutorial on bliss street.
Since i already had the cardboard cake plate, a bookpage wreath was the perfect choice. The paste should be about the same consistency as regular toothpaste. Last year i made a rather large book page wreath to hang over our mantel. Today i am going to share the tutorial of how to make this simple wreath from an old book. The torn papers dont have to be perfect, and the edges can be jagged. The pages need to be big enough to cut out a 4 x 4inch square. Rustic folded book page wreath with video tutorial diy. Rustic burlap book page rose wreath gorgeous decor diy duration. Beautiful diy folded book page paper wreath post vibes. 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.
Book page wreath tutorial how to make a book page wreath. Easy diy book wreath with a custom sign repurpose and upcycle. How to make a book page wreath shaped like a heart. I learned quickly that rubbing the tea bag on the pages is a very bad idea, as it tears the bag and leaves little brown tea leaf particles everywhere. Start by tracing and cutting out a bow shape on 3 or 4 book pages then set those aside. While the weather has turned hot again and the calendar tells us summer has three more weeks to go, i am beginning to make simple transitions in our home toward fall decor. 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. Nov 18, 2014 this past summer, my friend melissa deming of hive resources launched the paperback version of her book, daughters of the king.
Book pages wreaths revisited ajs trash2treasure blog. Im still unpacking and havent gotten all of our home decor out yet. Banana peel is a great teeth whitener and it offers a number of vitamins and minerals that are essential for healthy teeth and gums. Learn how to make a book page wreath that resembles a dahlia flower. Your non blog obsessive real life friends will be so wowed. I scooped up some old books in the free box at my local library, and straw wreath forms at a local garage sale. You could also use this technique to create a wreath using magazine pages, comic book pages, or even tissue paper or construction paper. Tie a ribbon around the top if desired, and hang your wreath.
Dec 04, 2012 today i am going to share a tutorial for a wreath i have been wanting to make for some time. Apr 26, 2012 interchangeable book page wreath the center of this wreath can be easily switched out for different seasons and holidays. So, i figured its high time i made a new wreath to go in this place of honor. These are really stiff rods, so it takes some muscle to bend, but the wreath is very sturdy. How to make a book page wreath the shabby creek cottage. Oct 10, 20 this recycled book page wreath tutorial was an oldie but goodie trash to treasure idea. My version of the book page wreath satori design for living. Since then, my channel has grown more than i ever thought it would.
X 2 then, crumble them around a pen or a marker to give it the ruffled look. Book pages wreaths revisited love all the different stuff bloggers are doing with old book pages these days. In developing the party theme of vintage books, burlap and lace, i made this book page wreath for her. Hot glue the base of the leaves onto the styrofoam wreath, overlapping them as needed to hide the wreath form. In the world of blogging it gets so hard sometimes to come up with original and creative content. Make a pretty, heart shaped wreath with recycled cardboard, and old. Nov 14, 20 last year i made a rather large book page wreath to hang over our mantel. Making a christmas wreath with book pages thriftyfun.
But mine is extra christmasey because it is made with music pages. Ive been wanting to create a book page wreath for a few years now, ive just never gotten around to it. Diy luscious wreath made from old book pages the spice. All the above highlighted links are to the actual tutorial which, i found out, is not always easy to locate. In most of the cases the process is pretty much the same.
I wanted to tell you how much i like the book page wreath. Old book crafts book page crafts newspaper crafts newspaper paper book page art old book pages wreath crafts diy wreath flower crafts. When i first decided on this project i thought i would make a full book page wreath. Take your book page and poke a pencil in the center of the book page and pull the paper up the pencil so the book page goes up the. Diy bird book page wreath project thistlewood farm. Diy vintage inspired book page ornaments although its a little messy, this is such a fun project to make for your own christmas tree or give to someone else. A list of all the materials used in the above tutorial can be found. Book page wreath lolly jane easy do it yourself projects.
Diy teeth whitening 4 proven homemade remedies for whiter. Old book the older the better as the pages will be more yellow and it will give a vintage look to your wreath. For this heart shaped, fluffy book page wreath, youll need. Im an avid reader and a lover of rustic chic diy so theres something about old book pages that just tugs at my heart. How to make a book page wreath celebrate every day with me. Book page leaves, especially those aged with patina, make beautiful, easy diy home decor. Unfortunately, i dont have endless amounts of storage space to store wreaths. They are inexpensive and they do not contain acids and other abrasives that could harm your. This diy book page wreath is a great accent to any room, and you can repurpose a discarded book.
I can almost hear you running to your bookshelves now and ripping out the pages for this project. Repeat this step to form a circle of book pages around the base of your wreath, then flip the wreath over, flattening the pages you just glued to the wreath. This entire part of the wreath will be completely covered when youre finished making the wreath. Make a book page wreath in just 3 easy steps, a simple tutorial at sparkles of sunshine. Most of these designs were made using mass market fiction or found materials. I love creating decor pieces out of unusual objects obviously. Lets continue with the actual book page wreath tutorial. Old book crafts book page crafts book page art old book pages book art smash book pages craft books creative crafts easy crafts more information. A beautiful and unique wreath can be created using the pages from an old book. Diy vintage book page wreath as i stated in yesterdays post, i have been very busy on our halloween decor, so here i am again to share with you all a few more diy projects. This beautiful book wreath is a great way to decorate your reading nook or library. Dec 03, 2010 how to make a rolled bookpage wreath i cant remember when i first saw an example of this kind of wreath, but i do know ive been wanting to make one ever since. Gorgeous old book page wrapped wreath with flowers diy. 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.
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