I am also an amazon associate and earn from qualifying purchases read my full disclosure policy. It was super exciting and i was honored to help her with the book launch party. You will want to read my previous post on making a book page wreath for the easiest way to crumble your book pages. So easy and perfect for all of those old books to be put to good use.
My friend brought the pine cones and i had the old books. Nov 23, 2015 start out by tearing your book pages from your book. 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. Foam wreath form recycled book pages lots of hot glue ribbon to hang. There are several book page wreaths out there for inspiration. How to make a book page wreath, and more book art ideas. This book page paper wreath tutorial is the first diy home decor item ive made this spring and it is a dollar store craft. Dec 02, 2014 an old book or two, for a total of at least 330 pages which comes to 165 sheets of paper. I started by rolling a rubbermaid containers worth of paper cones while watching parenthood. I also love that fact that is a very cheap diy project to make. Book page wreath made in 3 easy steps sparkles of sunshine. Wreath made from old book pages ajs trash2treasure blog. 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. Halloween wreath made from book pages live laugh rowe.
A step by step tutorial of how to make a wreath from old book pages. How to make a book page wreath celebrate every day with me. I love how this wreath turned out and how its not too halloweeny. Click over to see how easy it is to make with embroidery hoops and old book pages.
Simply fold pages and glue onto a wreath form mine is made from a piece of foam core. Learn how to make your own beautiful book page wreath, plus get the details for 14 other diy christmas wreaths. My husband was really surprised when i told him they were made out of book pages. Ive been looking for the perfect book page wreath to make because i have a damaged antique book with beautiful gold leafed pages. This beautiful book wreath is a great way to decorate your reading nook or library.
It does not need to be a long book since you will only be tearing out a few pages per flower. Book page wreath tutorial how to make a book page wreath. For the 3rd layer to shorten the length of the cones. Jul 15, 2019 how to make flowers out of paper using an old book. Its been a fun two weeks of just enjoying some time with the kiddos and the hubby and taking it a bit slow. 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. This step requires a lot of hot glue because you want it to be very sturdy. Nov, 2010 last year i made a few rolled flower gift toppers from recycled book pages and they remind me so much of the curled wood roses i thought they would make a good substitute. Are you looking for an easy way to create a spring wreath. 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.
That book tree you listed is very festive too may have to try it. Aug 18, 2016 an elegant and unique paper wreath made from the vintage old book pages. I made this a very full and compact wreath, so i used a lot of pages, but it could be made much more quickly with less pages that face upward more, and dont go the full 180 degrees around the ring. We earn commissions if you shop through the links on this page. So i made a new book page wreath with a heart twist just in time for valentines day.
Next, i placed cones made from the full size book page to make 4 quadrants north, south, east, west. I have wanted to make a dahlia book page wreath for a while. 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. I did not want to spend any money, so i had to create something with materials i already had.
Old book craftsbook page craftsbook page artbook pagesfolded book artpaper bookbook. Wreath made from old book pages been seeing lots of book pages wreaths in blog land for quite some time. You can use an old book you have around already or. Last year i made a few rolled flower gift toppers from recycled book pages and they remind me so much of the curled wood roses i thought they would make a good substitute. Then i made a plan to create a book page wreath for my home.
And while i do love the look of the cone shape rolled pages ones, i just couldnt get on board to make one. The amount of pages you use will depend on the size of your book and how full you want your wreath to be. Stand back and admire your new romantic book page wreath. In developing the party theme of vintage books, burlap and lace, i made this book page wreath for her door. But for the second layer, i took the edge of the cone right up to the inner circle of the base. The book is a book of poems by keats, however it is falling apart and some pages are missing. How to make flowers out of book pages budget friendly diy ashleigh. Dec, 20 upcycled book page christmas wreath this post may contain affiliate links provided for your convenience. The book page wreath has been around forever, but its usually made with the pages rolled into a cone shape often referred to as the dahlia wreath. Yearround wreaths, swags, and other decorations to make with seasonal branches. I made the cones, did a dab of hot glue to make them stick together, then hot glued them onto the cardboard. Dec 04, 2012 today i am going to share a tutorial for a wreath i have been wanting to make for some time. I dont know about you, but christmas is not complete without music all of the beautiful. 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.
After taking down my winter wreath, i had a bare spot on my wall. I love decorating my home for the holidays, but i dont do a lot of decorating the rest of the year. Sep, 2015 how to make a wreath out of book pages by angela chavez. Book page wreath tutorial a step by step tutorial of how to make a wreath from old book pages. I wrapped a piece of seam binding around, left a loop for hanging, then glued it down around the cardboard circle. 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. 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. Old book pages, approximately 200250 books can be found at thrift stores, yard or library sales, and even auctions, but avoid brittle pages. I used a foam board instead of a wreath as my foundation. How to make a wreath using an old book barry belcher. Burlap wired ribbon about 4 feet glue gun optional. The book of country herbal craftsa stepbystep guide to making over 100 beautiful wreaths, garlands, bouquetsand much more. An easy diy craft tutorial idea for beautiful home decor that you can display all year long. This wreath made from vintage book pages with just a touch of glitter will bring a sense of nostalgia to your holiday decorating, hang it on a door or above your fireplace.
I knew it would fit in perfect with my late summer mantel. To start, find an old book which does not need to remain intact. I used about 150 sheets, 7 inches by 5 inches, to cover the wreath form. Upcycled book page christmas wreath this post may contain affiliate links provided for your convenience. Thats when i decided i would create an easy diy book wreath with a custom sign i created years ago.
When it came time to actually start gluing, i was really intimidated. The end result is unique and beautiful, and the wreath makes a wonderful gift for the book lovers in your life. One by one, roll each page to make a cone shape and flatten the bottom part. How to make flowers out of book pages budget friendly diy ashleigh lauren duration. Rolled book page wreath tutorial november 19, 2012 if youve been thinking of making a rolled book page wreath, now just might be the perfect time to do it. Nov 14, 20 last year i made a rather large book page wreath to hang over our mantel. An old book or two, for a total of at least 330 pages which comes to 165 sheets of paper.
Here is another lovely flower decoration made from book pages that goes great alongside this. This diy book page wreath is a great accent to any room, and you can repurpose a discarded book. Very artsy and perfect decoration for the book lover. Sep 16, 2011 this video demonstrates how to make a wreath with the pages torn from an old book. You can see that for the first layer, i didnt cover the base when gluing. When i needed a wreath this year i decided to use old book pages to create one that could stay up long after the holidays were over. Diy luscious wreath made from old book pages the spice. 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. Ive been wanting to make one of these after admiring them for more than two years. How to make a book page paper wreath the crafty blog stalker. Before you can begin, you will need to gather the necessary materials. 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.
While those are quite beautiful, i wanted to try something different. Nov 18, 2014 this past summer, my friend melissa deming of hive resources launched the paperback version of her book, daughters of the king. Using a hot glue gun, glue the cones onto the foam wreath. Learn how to roll book pages into pretty rosette flowers with this tutorial. The size of the book pages will determine the final width of your wreath, use small pages for a small wreath, etc. See more ideas about book page wreath, book pages and book crafts. Even children can help with scrunching and folding the pages. How to make a recycled book page butterfly wreath out of pages from a damaged book and branches. In developing the party theme of vintage books, burlap and lace, i made this book page wreath for her. You could also use this technique to create a wreath using magazine pages, comic book pages, or even tissue paper or construction paper. Open the book and carefully run the exacto knife along the edge of the pages close to the spine, try to make a straight cut, you should be able to cut through several pages at once.
It did take a fair amount of time, but i needed a project to fill my time, so it worked out well. Its so easy to come up with a form for your next wreath. Nov 24, 2012 christmas decorating christmas wreath old book pages. Fill in any gaps with fir cones they are skinnier and more feathery than pine cones. When you have two layers of book pages complete on the wreath form begin adding pine cones around on top of the book pages. Jan 03, 2017 this book page magnolia wreath, is perfect for your farmhouse. That wreath also had shredded paper but it was in the form of easter grass rather than a shred book pages. I was up in pennsylvania and just enjoying the time with my family. We were making them for fall but then we decided that our new wreaths were perfect for christmas.
How to make flowers out of paper using an old book. 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. Old book crafts book page crafts book page art old book pages old books folded book art paper book book folding paper folding. Tie a bow at the top of the ribbon and hang your beautiful wreath. How to make a wr eath using an old book barry belcher. 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. Then i shared it in our wood frame gallery wall, and a lot of other people asked where they could find the tutorial. Finally in december, in the middle of watching a christmas movie marathon on hallmark channel, i made an intentional point to sit down and make a book page wreath.
But mine is extra christmasey because it is made with music pages. Old book crafts book page crafts book page art old book pages old books folded book art paper book. Nov 19, 2012 if youve been thinking of making a rolled book page wreath, now just might be the perfect time to do it. A couple of months ago, my sweet friend a and i got together one afternoon and made two pine cone and book page wreaths. This book page magnolia wreath, is perfect for your farmhouse. This video demonstrates how to make a wreath with the pages torn from an old book. Today i am going to share a tutorial for a wreath i have been wanting to make for some time. How to make a book page wreath the shabby creek cottage. How to make a paper wreath using pages from a vintage book. Christmas decorations and christmas decorating you can make yourself. I thought about adding a sign, but i wanted something a little different. Christmas decorating christmas wreath old book pages youtube.
Theyre big, colorful, and a pretty decoration for the holidays or anytime, depending on your choice of. How to make a book page wreath shaped like a heart. Mar 28, 20 i made this a very full and compact wreath, so i used a lot of pages, but it could be made much more quickly with less pages that face upward more, and dont go the full 180 degrees around the ring. My version of the book page wreath satori design for living. Diy luscious wreath made from old book pages the spice of life. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Christmas decorating christmas wreath old book pages.
Old book crafts book page craftsbook page artbook pagesfolded book artpaper bookbook. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. After seeing lots of pictures of them all over and loving the look of them, i decided it was time to make one. Theyre big, colorful, and a pretty decoration for the holidays or anytime, depending on your choice of accessories.
If you click a link on our site and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. 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. Last year i made a rather large book page wreath to hang over our mantel. In developing the party theme of vintage books, burlap and lace, i made this book. I used 55 book pages for this wreath, so thats a good number to start with for a 9 inch wreath form. Its been a fun two weeks of just enjoying some time with the kiddos and the hubby and taking it. Last year, i made a spring wreath with a cute little bird and some bunting on it. How to make a dahlia book page wreath a wonderful thought. Here is another lovely flower decoration made from book pages that goes great alongside this what type of wreath forms are there. Jun 10, 2019 how to make a paper wreath using pages from a vintage book. Today i am going to share the tutorial of how to make this simple wreath from an old book. Spring wreath made from embroidery hoops and old book pages. Youtubes most watched interior designer rebecca robeson recreates an old antique book pages wreath for her home.
Apr 11, 2014 then i made a plan to create a book page wreath for my home. I also love that the wreath it is made up of old book pages very green. Last weekend i got all inspired and decided to make a wreath using pages from old, yellowed. 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. My big kids especially are never without a book or kindle in their hands. I added a piece of twine around the outer portion on the back of the wreath. How to make a wreath out of book pages by angela chavez. Start out by tearing your book pages from your book. An elegant and unique paper wreath made from the vintage old book pages.