Love all the different stuff bloggers are doing with old book pages these days. I thought about adding a sign, but i wanted something a little different. Love your naked wreathi just love the book page wreaths. Youtubes most watched interior designer rebecca robeson recreates an old antique book pages wreath for her home.
This is a guide about making a paper rosette wreath from book pages. May 31, 2016 how to decorate with book pages stationary this post goes way beyond the book page wreath. How to decorate with book pages stationary this post goes way beyond the book page wreath. Nov 24, 2012 christmas decorating christmas wreath old book pages. My friend brought the pine cones and i had the old books.
Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. In the spirit of recycling used and unwanted items, here is a tutorial of how to make a paper wreath from book pages. There are several book page wreaths out there for inspiration. 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.
I dont know about you, but christmas is not complete without music all of the beautiful. Book page wreaths have been all the rage for awhile around blogland. All you need is a book or several, if youre using skinny paperbacks, a stapler, a foam board or wreath, and a. An easy diy craft tutorial idea for beautiful home decor that you can display all year long. Color washed book page wreath made with old book pages color washed book page wreath easy and very sophisticated looking. Nov 14, 20 last year i made a rather large book page wreath to hang over our mantel. Ideas diy paper making recycling book pages for 2019 23 clever diy christmas decoration ideas by crafty panda. Now, i understand that you may not wish to destroy a book for a christmas decoration. More unique and untraditional ways of decoration here. How to make a paper wreath using pages from a vintage book.
Thats when i decided i would create an easy diy book wreath with a custom sign i created years ago. 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. How to make a book page paper wreath the crafty blog stalker. Cheap decorating ideas, diy projects january 2, 2017. This beautiful book wreath is a great way to decorate your reading nook or library. This table is essential for securing the rosette to itself and the wreath form.
It takes a bit of work to go through the pages and fold them, but the. Mar 16, 2020 if you are new to making wreaths, this is a great one to start your crafting journey. You can use an old book you have around already or. This is an easy way to show off your family photos and your love of reading.
Sep 15, 2010 ill also point out that you dont have to make the wreath as full as i did. You could also use this technique to create a wreath using magazine pages, comic book pages, or even tissue paper or construction paper. Book page wreath tutorial how to make a book page wreath. From there, it was just a matter of filling in the empty areas. After seeing lots of pictures of them all over and loving the look of them, i decided it was time to make one. This past summer, my friend melissa deming of hive resources launched the paperback version of her book, daughters of the king. Making wreaths 15 photos home decor 125 trail of the. It is an easy, beautiful and inexpensive diy project. A couple of months ago, my sweet friend a and i got together one afternoon and made two pine cone and book page wreaths. Come see all the ways you can decorate your home with book pages. Diy luscious wreath made from old book pages the spice of life. I cut the pages in half since i was using a smaller wreath base.
How to make a wreath out of book pages by angela chavez. Book page chandelier create a beautiful chandelier from old book pages and a circle punch. Dec 04, 2012 today i am going to share a tutorial for a wreath i have been wanting to make for some time. For this craft, we chose the handy arrow tr400ws glue gun. How to make a recycled book page butterfly wreath out of pages from a damaged book and branches. I have wanted to make a dahlia book page wreath for a while. How to make a wreath with paper book pages how to make a book page rose wreath. 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. Hundreds of beautiful wreaths to make from natural materials platt, ellen spector on. Learn how to make a book page wreath that resembles a dahlia flower. It diffuses the bright overhead light nicely without making the room feel dark or shadowed. It was super exciting and i was honored to help her with the book launch party. 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.
It takes a bit of work to go through the pages and fold them, but the result is beautiful and the steps are super easy to follow. Making a paper rosette wreath from book pages thriftyfun. 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 love book page wreaths too, and have had making one on my to do list for so long, and every time i see another i want to. Aug 18, 2016 get some pieces of vintage old book pages and rolled them up to make this simple yet rustic chic vase. My version of the book page wreath satori design for living. Last weekend i got all inspired and decided to make a wreath using pages from old, yellowed book pages. Makes a warm home decor or use as cute teachers day, birthday or house warming gifts. Get some pieces of vintage old book pages and rolled them up to make this simple yet rustic chic vase. I love decorating my home for the holidays, but i dont do a lot of decorating the rest of the year. How to make a wreath using an old book barry belcher. This garland makes a big impact, and only takes book pages and a stapler to create.
How to make a book page wreath the shabby creek cottage. 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. In developing the party theme of vintage books, burlap and lace, i made this book page wreath for her. Dec 02, 2014 diy luscious wreath made from old book pages. Make a book page wreath in just 3 easy steps, a simple tutorial at sparkles of sunshine. There are probably different methods for making one, but heres the stepbystep process i used to make the wreath thats now hanging in my living room. 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. 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. The book is a book of poems by keats, however it is falling apart and some pages are missing. If l like the results ill try to remember to send you pics. This video shows a cheap and easy way to create a beautiful book page wreath using new or old books, newspaper, or any paper.
Sep 16, 2011 this video demonstrates how to make a wreath with the pages torn from an old book. I like how you kept it neutralnow you can enjoy it for all seasons. How to make a dahlia book page wreath a wonderful thought. A beautiful and unique wreath can be created using the pages from an old book. Color washed book page wreath made with old book pagesyou can find old book pages and more on our website.
This video demonstrates how to make a wreath with the pages torn from an old book. Ive seen some book wreaths that used considerably fewer pages than i used. Jun 10, 2019 how to make a paper wreath using pages from a vintage book. Begin rolling your pages into cones, ready with your glue stick to secure them. How to make a book page wreath, and more book art ideas. Spiral rose book page wreath tutorial november 26, 2012. Im an avid reader and a lover of rustic chic diy so theres something about old book pages that just tugs at my heart.
Today i am going to share a tutorial for a wreath i have been wanting to make for some time. Book page wreath made in 3 easy steps sparkles of sunshine. See more ideas about book page wreath, book pages and book crafts. 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. Begin by punching lots of scallop circles out of the pages of the book. 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. Punch what will feel like a million circles because you will need a lot of them. Using a pencil, roll your book page from one corner to the next to make a tube. Ive been eyeing these great book page wreaths for a while now, and finally got around to making my own last weekend. Learn how to make your own beautiful book page wreath, plus get the details for 14 other diy christmas wreaths.
I have many, many pictures to help you see exactly what to do. Ive been wanting to make one of these after admiring them for more than two years. We were making them for fall but then we decided that our new wreaths were perfect for christmas. Stack three book pages, fold them in half without making a sharp crease, and cut a 4 inch 10 cm diameter semicircle. 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. This project was one of the ufos unfinished objects that i had started and then was stashed away. In developing the party theme of vintage books, burlap and lace, i made this book page. 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 it seems to have started with the ones with pages rolled into cone shapes and attached to a backing in a circular shape. Spiral rose book page wreath tutorial all things paper. How to make a book page wreath, and a few more book art projects im wanting to try this holiday season. Old book pages licia likes to use paperback books because the pages tear out easily and the paper is a nice weight for rolling.
How to make a book page wreath celebrate every day with me. A step by step tutorial of how to make a wreath from old book pages. If youre looking for beautiful, neutral fall decor ideas, try making your own book page wreaths and garlands i have a diy tutorial for you. Hundreds of beautiful wreaths to make from natural materials. As i moved towards the top of the wreath, i realized that using whole pages was making the pages stick out too far for my liking, so i began tearing the pages in half so they wouldnt stick out so far.
Last year i made a rather large book page wreath to hang over our mantel. How to make a paper wreath from book pages christmas mosaic. Making paper or book page roses and wreath blogger. 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. 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. All you need is a book or several, if youre using skinny paperbacks, a stapler, a foam board or wreath, and a glue gun. Love the star book wreath or the letter book wreath tried making this for my daughter for her class room well needless to say can i purchase. Last week i showed you how i incorporated this wreath into my magical. If you need a hook you can add a piece of wire to the back and.
Book pages wreaths revisited ajs trash2treasure blog. But mine is extra christmasey because it is made with music pages. Sep, 2015 how to make a wreath out of book pages by angela chavez. Ive been eyeing these great book page wreaths for a while now, and. If the pages are thin, may be best to use two pages at a time.
So easy to create your own style with this wreath that is great. Nov 18, 2014 this past summer, my friend melissa deming of hive resources launched the paperback version of her book, daughters of the king. This diy book page wreath is a great accent to any room, and you can repurpose a discarded book. This is a time saving technique, plus the irregularity that comes from cutting by hand makes the rose look more natural. Jan, 2018 i did not want to spend any money, so i had to create something with materials i already had. Enter your email address to subscribe and receive notifications of new jadeflower posts by email. I am a little late to the book page wreath bandwagon but it is so worth it to be late than not at all.
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. If you have damaged books, this is the perfect craft to try. But if youre perfectly happy with repurposing old books, this post is for you. Jun 03, 2010 this year i have used newspapers and catalogues to make my christmas wreaths and decorations and they look just as good as book pages. I know book page wreaths have been done all over the place, but i still love them. I also love that fact that is a very cheap diy project to make. 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. I like to hang my wreaths on a ribbon so no hook is required. Generally associated with holiday celebrations and home entertaining, wreaths can also be a creative outlet for the home decorator. Basic enough to get the beginner well on the way to making wreaths, this book also serves as a source of design ideas for those already experienced in this craft. Book page leaves, especially those aged with patina, make beautiful, easy diy home decor. First i did a whole round of the large pages, making it really full with different variations of the cones skinny, fat, medium.
This is a guide about making a christmas wreath with book pages. I then cut the circle into the spiral, leaving a tab at the end. I cant bear to tear apart a book so ive been using paper that is both plentiful and easy to come by and free. I knew it would fit in perfect with my late summer mantel. If you are new to making wreaths, this is a great one to start your crafting journey. Its just a matter of preference, and for me, more is better. I did not want to spend any money, so i had to create something with materials i already had. I love the look of them and i love the story behind them. Christmas decorating christmas wreath old book pages. How about using a red tint with a gold ribbon for winter holidays. Everybody has already posted how to make a book page wr eath all over blogworld, but im in a creative slump, so i thought id just do something anything just to get my juices flowing again. Today i am going to share the tutorial of how to make this simple wreath from an old 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.
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