Even children can help with scrunching and folding the pages. Continue folding pages as you did for the tree until you are about 25 leaves from the end. 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. Each rose has been handmade from the pages of a church choir christmas. Step 5 continue working around the ornament until its totally covered with the paper and allow to dry. I dont know about you, but christmas is not complete without music all of the beautiful, traditional christmas carols just sets the tone for the season. Christmas decorating christmas wreath old book pages youtube. This video demonstrates how to make a wreath using the pages from an old book. Oct, 2014 i made 2 vintage book wreaths in about 5 hours and it was worth every second.
Ive been eyeing these great book page wreaths for a while now, and finally got around to making my own last weekend. I ended up keeping them neutral, to be used all year. 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. The end result is unique and beautiful, and the wreath makes a wonderful gift for the book lovers in your life. Sep 16, 2011 this video demonstrates how to make a wreath with the pages torn from an old book. May 01, 2015 it might surprise you just how many types of crafts you can create. How to make your own christmas wreath vintage book paper. Old book pages, approximately 200250 books can be found at thrift stores, yard or library sales, and even auctions, but avoid brittle pages. I have wanted to make a dahlia book page wreath for a while.
How to make trees or christmas trees out of paperback books. I love the look of them and i love the story behind them. 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. I used 55 book pages for this wreath, so thats a good number to start with for a 9 inch wreath form. Interior designer rebecca robeson recreates an old antique book pages wreath for her home. More unique and untraditional ways of decoration here.
After seeing lots of pictures of them all over and loving the look of them, i decided it was time to make one. Fold the first 20 leaves of the book as if you are making a christmas tree. My supply of old books that would otherwise be thrown away just never seems to end. Then fold the next 5 or 6 leaves upwards, varying the amount of the second fold for each page to create a fan effect. You could also use this technique to create a wreath using magazine pages, comic book pages, or even tissue paper or construction paper. The book is a book of poems by keats, however it is falling apart and some pages are missing. What can you make with a wreath form, an old book, some berries and glue. This video demonstrates how to make a wreath with the pages torn from an old book. 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. Here is a nice idea to upcycle your old books then make some vintage ornaments for christmas. Book page christmas ornaments 22 upcycled ideas to make. How to make a paper wreath using pages from a vintage book.
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. Its a great craft for kids, all you need is some old books, a bit of white glue, and you can add a bit of glitter, and some paper scraps or buttons,or beads for the center decoration. Sheet music can add a certain touch of elegance to your decor, and these 6 decorations would be a wonderful. Nov 23, 2012 fold the first 20 leaves of the book as if you are making a christmas tree. I also love that fact that is a very cheap diy project to make. They werent hard to make, either, they just required a little bit of time and patience to assemble. Jun 10, 2019 how to make a paper wreath using pages from a vintage book. Im an avid reader and a lover of rustic chic diy so theres something about old book pages that just tugs at my heart. Christmas decorating christmas wreath old book pages. All you need is a book or several, if youre using skinny paperbacks, a stapler, a foam board or wreath, and a glue gun. See more ideas about book page wreath, book pages and book wreath. How to make a book page paper wreath the crafty blog stalker. Wreath made from old book pages been seeing lots of book pages wreaths in blog land for quite some time.
Start folding the pages by turning the right hand top corner of the page down to the spine of the book, as far as it will go, until you have a nice sharp fold at the top of the spine where the page is attached. Nov 14, 20 last year i made a rather large book page wreath to hang over our mantel. Check both sides of your page to plan how much print you want showing once you roll your page up. I started out with the idea that these would be ornaments for my christmas tree and that id embellish them with holly berries. 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.
How to make a dahlia book page wreath a wonderful thought. Using a pencil, roll your book page from one corner to the next to make a tube. I knew it would fit in perfect with my late summer mantel. Mar 28, 20 these pages are over 100 years old, so they had naturally aged pretty color, but if you use newer book pages, you could teadye them to age them up a bit.
Not only will you get to learn how to make paper flowers, but youll also discover how easy green crafting can be. Find your oldest book to make yellowed wreaths with a very vintage feel, or use a newer book to create a crisp white wreath. Last year i made a rather large book page wreath to hang over our mantel. Diy faux curled rosewood wreath made from rolled recycled book pages. Paper wreath paper wreath diy, paper wreath, small wreaths. The pages need to be big enough to cut out a 4 x 4inch square. Old book the older the better as the pages will be more yellow and it will give a vintage look to your wreath. There are several book page wreaths out there for inspiration. Today i am going to share the tutorial of how to make this simple wreath from an old book. I made 2 vintage book wreaths in about 5 hours and it was worth every second. This is a guide about making a christmas wreath with book pages. You will want to read my previous post on making a book page wreath for the easiest way to crumble your book pages. Christmas origamichristmas wreaths to makeall things christmaschristmas time. If youve got any old books just sitting on the shelves collecting dust, reuse them to create a recycled book rosette wreath.
Here is another lovely flower decoration made from book pages that goes great alongside this. This video demonstrates how to make a wreath with the pages torn from an old. One of the best things about book themed crafts is this is a wonderful way to share your love of the written word in a creative way. Jun 03, 2010 book pages wreaths revisited love all the different stuff bloggers are doing with old book pages these days. This beautiful book wreath is a great way to decorate your reading nook or library. Spring wreath made from embroidery hoops and old book pages. Im feeling festive and will be doing something new every day on. By attosa 1,150 posts, 5,162 comments december 7, 2015. I love being able to turn such valued items into something new and beautiful instead of seeing them thrown away.
How to turn an old book into a beautiful christmas angel. Book page wreath book page wreath, book wreath, old. A beautiful and unique wreath can be created using the pages from an old book. How to make a book page wreath celebrate every day with me. I finally came across one at this little boutique in tustin of course i didnt have my camera on me at the time to take a picture. Very artsy and perfect decoration for the book lover. But if youre perfectly happy with repurposing old books, this post is for you. Start out by tearing your book pages from your book. If you had a bigger book, one page would work fine. An easy diy craft tutorial idea for beautiful home decor that you can display all year long. While the pages for the book leaf wreath are made to look like long and beautiful leaves, the recycled book rosette wreath uses folded pages to create paper roses.
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. See more ideas about book page wreath, book pages and book crafts. I dont know about you, but christmas is not complete without music all of the beautiful, traditional. How to make a book page wreath, and more book art ideas. I scooped up some old books in the free box at my local library, and straw wreath forms at a local garage sale. I teach you how you can create a christmas angel to watch over you this holiday season out of the pages of an old book.
The pages werent whitewhite which is exactly what we were wanting. This is a tutorial showing you how to make a beautiful christmas decoration. 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 might surprise you just how many types of crafts you can create. How to make a book page wreath the shabby creek cottage. In developing the party theme of vintage books, burlap and lace, i made this book page wreath for her door. Youtubes most watched interior designer rebecca robeson recreates an old antique book pages wreath for her home. I felt like the neutral color scheme made for a more. Making a christmas wreath with book pages thriftyfun. Book pages wreaths revisited ajs trash2treasure blog. Nov 22, 2018 in my latest exclusive video, i teach you how you can create a christmas angel to watch over you this holiday season out of the pages of an old book. Easy and beautiful diy projects made with old books 2017. Instead of spending your money on a regular wreath, create a blossoming paper rosette that you can keep or recycle just as easily without any mess.
Nov 23, 2015 start out by tearing your book pages from your book. But mine is extra christmas ey because it is made with music pages. I cut the pages in half since i was using a smaller wreath base. And these cone wreaths are originally someone elses ideain fact, natalie at southern belles charm made one out of tea. We started with an old book that my friend samantha purchased at a thrift store. 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. Nov 21, 2011 the book is a book of poems by keats, however it is falling apart and some pages are missing. Nov 24, 2012 youtubes most watched interior designer rebecca robeson recreates an old antique book pages wreath for her home. 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. Im not trying to say im unique here seems lots of people with blogs are making decorations with book pages. Book pages wreaths revisited love all the different stuff bloggers are doing with old book pages these days. 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.
These pages are over 100 years old, so they had naturally aged pretty color, but if you use newer book pages, you could teadye them to age them up a bit. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Dec 09, 2015 how to assemble your book page wreath. 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. Christmas decorations and christmas decorating you can make yourself. How to make angels and christmas trees from a paperback book.
The paper cone wreaths ended up being the perfect pops of color i needed for the penguin christmas party, and bonus, the materials to make them were very inexpensive. Its surprisingly easy to make, and the results are breathtaking. 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 have a friend who did book art crafts like this last year. Book page wreath tutorial paper roses 30 trendy ideas old book crafts, book. Step 4 apply the torn pages to the glass ornaments using the mod podge and the foam brush. Christmas decorating christmas wreath old book pages duration. But mine is extra christmasey because it is made with music pages. Another idea would be to use old sheet music or use one with whitewhite pages for a snow themed wreath. Cute and unique set of three christmas trees made from vintage paper including 1920s printed music of beethovens classics.
Christmas wreath out of old book pages i kinda cried a little when. 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. Heres a lovely closeup of all the pretty glitter in my vintage book wreath. You can use an old book you have around already or.
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