Book pages i used an old book i had, but you could thrift one if you are sentimental about your books. So happy to be stopping by again from making it in the mountains, where i blog about our journey to renovate our first fixer upper to create the farmhouse of our dreams. Ive been eyeing these great book page wreaths for a while now, and finally got around to making my own last weekend. 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. There are several book page wreaths out there for inspiration. I am obsessed with repurposing old books and love making paper flowers, so i have decided to show you how i have joined both my passions to make book page roses. Next, remove the inner circle of the mason jar lid, you only need the outer ring.
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. Apr 11, 20 this is actually a bit of a cheater project for me, as i bought the book page wreath from a friend of mine at her christmas craft sale. Home farm style wreathsbook fold arthome decorbook. The only part of the bouquet not made of book pages is the dark green. I just think its such a creative use of materials, and a stunning result to boot. Book page wreath tutorial how to make a book page wreath. I love that its so versatile, textured and easy to make.
Dec 15, 2011 grapevine wreaths are among the most popular types. A step by step tutorial of how to make a wreath from old book pages. For a special, yet still neutral touch, i added some paper book page flowers. Make wreaths in a variety of sizes, colors, and patterns, then hang in a cluster. How to make a book page wreath celebrate every day with me. Very artsy and perfect decoration for the book lover. Youd the surprised how beautiful and longlasting a paper wreath can be. Jun 10, 2019 how to make a paper wreath using pages from a vintage book. Well, youve come to the right place, because im here to inspire you. I can almost hear you running to your bookshelves now and ripping out the pages for this project.
Id like to share with you how easy and inexpensive it is to make this bookpage wreath. 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. 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. 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. Delicate and whimsical, this unique wreath is created from coffee filters and is dyed with what else, but coffee. There are many variations on how to make paper roses, however i feel this is one of. 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 lovely, neutral wreath can be displayed yearround. Old book crafts book page crafts book page art book pages folded book art paper book book folding paper folding diy paper the cool thing about this paper art wreath is that you can dress it up a little all through the year so that it reflects the current holiday or season. My version of the book page wreath satori design for living. 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.
Color washing the book pages to make the leaves was really easy to do. How to make a recycled book page butterfly wreath out of pages from a damaged book and branches. Book page leaf craft autumn decor leaf crafts, book page. Dec 09, 2015 the other projects in this little vignette include my planked bookshelf you should see the before and my diy rustic mail sorter. How to make a book page wreath the shabby creek cottage. After searching the internet for a good book page wreath tutorial and not finding one i wrote a step by step to followeasy to do and very inexpensive. This pretty diy book page garland tutorial was so inexpensive and easy to create and i love that itll look so cute all year round.
Gather your coffee filters, book pages and other supplies listed to make your diy wreath. I will show you how to make a paper flower out of an old book step by step with just a few other simple supplies. Christmas decorating christmas wreath old book pages duration. Transform old books into this origami old book page wreath with simple folding techniques anyone can follow with this video tutorial. Diy old books old book crafts book page crafts recycled books book page art book art old book pages how to make wreaths crafts to make. This is why the paper cutter makes it easier, you can whip through these squares pretty quick. Pearl wreath, pearl anniversary, pearl decor, paper wreath.
Since she doesnt have a blog, i will give you a quick run down on how they are made and show you the changes that i made to mine so i didnt have to pack it away with my christmas decorations. I love the look of them and i love the story behind them. I have had many requests for the instructions but alas, i have not been able to find the website i read it on. Just rip them out of the book, no need for neatness. Book pages are such a fun crafting material that are cheap and easy to use. Its been a fun two weeks of just enjoying some time with the kiddos and the hubby and taking it a bit slow. There are a lot of reasons to choose sola wood flowers for your crafting and wedding projects. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. 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. Light up canvas clothes pin wreath mirror with hooks old baskets rit dye christmas ornament wreath diy wreath wreath crafts wreath ideas.
Join me in the canadian wreath hop where you will see 15 diy wreath projects including my book page wreath. I scooped up some old books in the free box at my local library, and straw wreath forms at a local garage sale. I love creating decor pieces out of unusual objects obviously. Im an avid reader and a lover of rustic chic diy so theres something about old book pages that just tugs at my heart. They are super easy to make and there are so many different ways they can be displayed in your. If not, you can easily find one for under a dollar at your local thrift store. This book page magnolia wreath, is perfect for your farmhouse. Create a gorgeous wreath out of repurposed book pages. Imagine this using a book whose pages are lined in gold or another color. I made a new book page wreath with a heart twist just in time for valentines day. Could you dye the pages with tea to make them look older or more vintage. Decorative vintage paper wreath book crafts, book page. Tie the tops of the two pieces to the bow with the extra tie length. 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.
I dyed mine three beautiful fall colorsred, brown, and yellow. Its been a fun two weeks of just enjoying some time with the kiddos and the hubby and taking it. You get to keep the look of book pages but add a splash of muted color at the same time. I dare say that yesterdays galvanized feathers were authentically original. You may have an old vintage book laying around your house. In developing the party theme of vintage books, burlap and lace, i made this book page wreath for her door. This book page paper wreath tutorial is the first diy home decor item ive made this spring and it is a dollar store craft. Let me show you how to make an easy book page wreath today. I used 55 book pages for this wreath, so thats a good number to start with for a 9 inch wreath form.
That wreath also had shredded paper but it was in the form of easter grass rather than a shred book pages. When i first decided on this project i thought i would make a full book page wreath. A list of all the materials used in the above tutorial can be found. Last year, i made a spring wreath with a cute little bird and some bunting on it. Try going light at first with just a tablespoon or so. Ingenious and crafty ways of turning paper into stylish wreaths. A little rit dye, some clothes pins, a wreath form, and a few finishing touches and you have a sunflower wreath. Wreaths are always floating in blog diy world and we are also very fond of sharing variety of them out of any material and theme. Book page flowers gaming wall art book page wreath book page crafts mother daughter projects book pages altered books pages paper roses diy wreath i love these paper roses created by jen holz from jlh upcycling. The folds of the pieces on this wreath add depth and give it real.
If you have some unwanted books piled up in the corner, and dont mind tearing them, these projects are for you. Dyed coffee filter wreath with book page flowers coffee. Wreaths are always floating in blogdiy world and we are also very fond of sharing variety of them out of any material and theme. I rubbed the book pages with stamp pads, brushed with watered down paint, different spray techniques. Cut two lengths of burlap ribbon to go from the top of the wreath to just touch the bottom. I love using book pages in crafts from roses, wreaths, pumpkins and leaves. Make this rustic old book page wreath with adorable red button. All you need is a book or several, if youre using skinny paperbacks, a stapler, a foam board or wreath, and a glue gun. You only need a few items, and you can make your wreath as large or as small as youd like. That book tree you listed is very festive too may have to try it. 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. This video shows a cheap and easy way to create a beautiful book page wreath using new or old books, newspaper, or. A lot of time foam wreaths are used and theyre decorated with all sorts of things.
This diy book page wreath is a great accent to any room, and you can repurpose a discarded book. Oh angie my dear friend, this is the book page wreath that tops all other book page wreaths. Easy clothespin sunflower wreath clothes pin wreath. Your handmade easter decorations will be done in minutes, and its easy to change up the look. So today im sharing how to make a color washed book page wreath. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Thats when i decided i would create an easy diy book wreath with a custom sign i created years ago. If you are in search of a creative and simple way to make diy vintage paper flowers, you should enjoy this new video tutorial. This is such a fun wreath to create, and it would be a great craft to do with kids, too. Mar 28, 20 we went to our sons basketball tournament last week and had a 5 hour drive each way and a lot of hotel time throughout the week, so i knew i needed to take along a project to work on, or id go stircrazy. Beautiful spring decor diys to try better homes and gardens. I was up in pennsylvania and just enjoying the time with my family. I used an assortment of white and natural coffee filters.
Easy diy book wreath with a custom sign repurpose and upcycle. An old book or two, for a total of at least 330 pages which comes to 165 sheets of paper. This is a soft, subtle change ive made in this corner of the kitchen using book page leaf crafts. Several weeks ago it was my friend lindas birthday, and i wanted to. Heres 16 gorgeous and easy to make handmade christmas wreaths that will make decorating the front of your home fun and as budget friendly as. Book page leaves, especially those aged with patina, make beautiful, easy diy home decor. Youll be blown away with these things to make with paper that are perfect if youre wondering what to do with an old book page.
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. In the world of blogging it gets so hard sometimes to come up with original and creative content. Today it is time for making wreaths out of book pages. As an ex english teacherbookhoarder, i never imagined i would tear up a beautiful book to use for decoration. Book page wreath book wreath paper cone wreath 910 etsy. How to make a book page wreath, and more book art ideas. The wreath is approx 12 across and has a jute twine loop from which to hang it. 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. The brady wreath is created from handmade rolled paper flowers using a mixture of plain and coffee dyed coffee filters, as well as different shades of book pages. I have fallen in love with this old book page wreath. Id like to share with you how easy and inexpensive it is to make this book page wreath. Jan, 2018 easy diy book wreath with a custom sign since ive taken down our christmas decor, our front entryway just seemed bare.
But there are also paper wreaths, an option rarely explored. Watch my youtube video to learn how to make this easy heartshaped book page wreath. I went googly eyed when i saw it and my mouth fell openlol. The first step is to cut up the pages of your book into squares. So have a look at these examples to get some ideas for your own diy. Sep 15, 2010 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. X 2 then, crumble them around a pen or a marker to give it the ruffled look. Sometimes, thats a really good feeling, like when youre decluttering and you feel like youve simplified. Using a pencil, roll your book page from one corner to the next to make a tube.
How to make a book page paper wreath the crafty blog stalker. You can use this same process with any colored paper or scrapbook paper if preferred. How to make a book page wreath shaped like a heart book. Book pages, especially those aged with patina, make beautiful, easy diy home decor. Choose to shine book page wreath for new beginnings, arise and shine forth. A list of all the materials used in the above tutorial can be found on my diy blog. Book page wreath brassy apple book crafts, how to make. Finally i thought, what if i just dyed them like fabric. I still love the romantic, shabby chic look of this book page wreath, so i created another one and filmed an updated tutorial on my channel.
I couldnt tote along my silhouette or wood boards, so i looked around for something that would be easily portable, and decided a book page project made the most sense, so i decided to make. Feel free to add a bow, different color buttons, or use different colored papers. You can put the pages in again with more dye if you dont like the shade. I dyed some of the white coffee filters using tea and coffee to add some more neutral shade varieties to my fall wreath. Ive been looking for the perfect book page wreath to make because i have a damaged antique book with beautiful gold leafed pages. If youre looking for beautiful, neutral fall decor ideas, try making your own book page wreaths and garlands i have a diy. 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. Jan 03, 2017 this book page magnolia wreath, is perfect for your farmhouse.
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. 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. Beginning of a dialog window, including tabbed navigation to register an account or sign in to an existing account. The book is a book of poems by keats, however it is falling apart and some pages are missing. Ive been looking forward to beginning to change over the decor from summer to autumn.
This beautiful book wreath is a great way to decorate your reading nook or library. This would be darling with story book pages for school. You will want to read my previous post on making a book page wreath for the easiest way to crumble your book pages. This gorgeous book page wreath was so simple, affordable, and fun.
Pages with edges that are beginning to yellow look especially nice when rolled due to the color variation. Aug 31, 2012 my first mission this week was to make a fall wreath for our front door. How to make a paper wreath using pages from a vintage book. If you have some unwanted books piled up in the corner. To me, this beautiful christmas book page wreath looks like it cost much more than that. Old book crafts book page crafts newspaper crafts newspaper paper book page art newspaper flowers old book pages wreath crafts diy wreath these 22 fun and easy diy craft ideas to make with old books will liven up any room in your home and dont cost a lot to make. I cut the pages in half since i was using a smaller wreath base. We love vintage book page projects and couldnt wait to create our diy mini book page wreath. 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. After taking down my winter wreath, i had a bare spot on my wall.
How to make a dahlia book page wreath a wonderful thought. Instead of tossing an old cookbook or novel, repurpose its pages to create a oneofakind spring decoration. Start out by tearing your book pages from your book. The wreath is approx 14 across and has a jute twine loop from which to hang it. You all should totally make a wreath from an old book but were really here to talk about wreaths. I like that it is flat, but i could have used a smaller one and it would have worked well. Be sure you add them to the dye one page at a time. I used about 150 sheets, 7 inches by 5 inches, to cover the wreath form. Wreath crafts diy wreath flower crafts paper crafts burlap wreath tutorial old book crafts book. Today, i cant wait to share my latest crafty fall project.
Dyed coffee filter wreath with book page flowers meylah. Nov 18, 2014 it was super exciting and i was honored to help her with the book launch party. Apr 07, 2015 you get to keep the look of book pages but add a splash of muted color at the same time. Diy luscious wreath made from old book pages the spice. Aug 22, 2017 karianne wood shows us how to make a diy fall wreath from book pages. An easy diy craft tutorial idea for beautiful home decor that you can display all year long. Book page wreath made in 3 easy steps sparkles of sunshine. Heres an oval wreath that would look great all year long.
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