Its that awkward time of the decorating year where you want to take down your christmas decor, but its way too early for spring. How to make a book page wreath the shabby creek cottage. The yellowing pages give it a falllike feel without being so literal. Today i am going to share the tutorial of how to make this simple wreath from an old book. I have been wanting to make a book page wreath forever, but it never made it onto my to do list. 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. I decided to put a twist on that by making it into a heart wreath. 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. Pick from one of mitzis several designs for a wreath that you love. Christmas is sneaking up on us at an alarming rate time to get your craft on.
I spent quite a bit of time constructing this wreath out of the pages of an old music book. I just used two different size book pages and rolled mine into cones. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading learn to make deco mesh wreaths. 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. Turn an unwanted old book into a beautiful and unique book page wreath. What i made didnt end up on the door, so i see another wreath in my future. This vintage book page wreath tutorial is quite different from the others.
This diy book page wreath is a great accent to any room, and you can repurpose a discarded book. How to make your own christmas wreath vintage book paper. A step by step tutorial of how to make a wreath from old book pages. Nov 14, 20 today i am going to share the tutorial of how to make this simple wreath from an old book. Our bloggy friends have more to show you so hop on. The book is a book of poems by keats, however it is falling apart and some pages are missing. I dont know about you, but christmas is not complete without music all of the beautiful. Feb 10, 2011 when an old book begins to fall apart and is no longer usable, it makes me feel better to recycle it into something beautiful. Hand selected, aged books that make the most unique design for you to.
Im not one to copy a design but i was completely in love with it. This month i am sharing the book page wreath that hangs in my office. Learn to make deco mesh wreaths kindle edition by arts, leisure. I scooped up some old books in the free box at my local library, and straw wreath forms at a local garage sale. For the uglies of this project, i used floral wire between the wreath wire and the cup hook in the wall to hang the old book wreath. Today i am going to share a tutorial for a wreath i have been wanting to make for some time. You all should totally make a wreath from an old book.
A good wreath gives the perfect touch of texture to any room and a book wreath is a neutral option that will work all year long. The wreath is easy to make with materials you already have around the house or in your craft stash. The wreath is so lushes and thick it was the quickest way to hang it. Vintage book page wreath tutorial book page wreath, diy.
Make this rustic old book page wreath with adorable red button accents as a fun addition to your front door for any season of the year. This recycled book page wreath tutorial was an oldie but goodie trash to treasure idea. Since im in the mood to pretty up my house for my sisters book release party brp for short but thats sounds dangerously close to burp i went with the not too risky but always a crowd pleaser. This video demonstrates how to make a wreath with the pages torn from an old book. Check out this entire playlist of wreaths i have made. Today im sharing a simple book page wreath that i jazzed up with some silver paint and rhinestones. I wanted the book page look with a twist, something not so common. Vintage book wreaths by tarin, richboro, pennsylvania. Repurpose old bed springs into works of art by making a spring wreath this season. Or, string wide ribbon through the loops and connect the ends with a bow. With some simple pearl garland and a variety of vintage brooches and embellishments, you can create a stunning vintage winter wreath that would look beautiful hanging either indoors or out. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. This wreath from mitzi curi is simple, yet elegant and makes a lovely winter decoration.
Dec 04, 2014 how to make a book page wreath, and more book art ideas. Book page wreath tutorial how to make a book page wreath. Christmas decorating christmas wreath old book pages. I made the wreath for my book loving sis with a snarky note i hated this book so i gave it to you she thought it was hysterical and loved the wreath. Then you take book pages mine were from a vintage book, and roll each page up diagonally and seal it.
That way, i was able to add a second piece of twine through that one, to use as a hanger. I made the wreath for my book loving sis with a snarky note i hated this book so i gave it to you she thought it was. I wanted to tell you how much i like the book page wreath. Homemade vintage music book page wreath the frugal. Jenna shares with her her coolest design for a vintage door wreath.
Im an avid reader and a lover of rustic chic diy so theres something about old book pages that just tugs at my heart. I designed this paper wreath a few years ago and decided it was time for an update with pastels and gold. I used this tutorial as a starting point, but didnt exactly follow it. Youtubes most watched interior designer rebecca robeson recreates an old antique book pages wreath for her home. This is it, the mother of all wreath link up parties. Sep 04, 2011 this wreath is massive at about 36 inches wide. 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.
It was starting to make me feel a little crazy christmas lady. Vintage book wreath im always looking for ways to make conventional crafts into something unexpected and interesting. Jan 26, 2010 except i knew it was really a christmas wreath. A few of my girlfriends and i had a girls night out to make glittered vintage book wreaths. I attached the twine with hot glue, but only in sections. There are several book page wreaths out there for inspiration. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Once i got the hang of it, it only took me about 15 minutes to make each wreath.
This is a tutorial showing you how to make a beautiful christmas decoration. Im not going to do a tutorial since there are fifty eleven already on the internet. 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. Not only will you get to learn how to make paper flowers, but youll also discover how easy green crafting can be. My problem is that id want it to be from a book i love and the thought of ripping apart a book i love. How i made my vintage book wreath with glitter of course. My name is tarin and i create book wreaths using vintage books.
This wreath is a little more complicated so i didnt even bother to try to explain when emily has already explained it so well. If youre hanging the wreath in a hightraffic area or just want to make sure it lasts through storage until next year, opt for shatterproof ornaments or a readymade ornament wreath from. Dec 04, 2012 today i am going to share a tutorial for a wreath i have been wanting to make for some time. How to make a door wreath from antique books youtube. Folded book art paper book book folding book page wreath book page crafts recycled books paper cones do it yourself decoration old book pages a step by step tutorial of how to make a wreath from old book pages. It was the only non grapevine wreath in the house so i dismembered it and wrapped fabric around the wreath so i can use the wreath again later if i ever choose to take the book page wreath apart.
This year after halloween i needed to change up my door wreath, so i thought i would go for it. How to make a book page wreath, and a few more book art projects im wanting to try this holiday season. 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. Its so random and fun hanging on an old window frame in my office and it has a lot of character.
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. How to make a book page wreath, and more book art ideas. Cheap decorating ideas, diy projects january 2, 2017. Im feeling festive and will be doing something new every day on. I love having a good friend that shares my same passion for trying out new creative projects. 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. How to make your own christmas wreath vintage book. Its still winter looking without looking like the holidays. Vintage book page wreath tutorial what meegan makes. The individual novels are kransen the wreath, first published in 1920, husfrue the wife, published in 1921, and korset the cross, published in 1922. Heres a bunch of book page wreath ideas and heres a tutorial. While i was at it i also made another book page wreath using a tutorial i found over at jones design company. I think this book page wreath just might be one of my all time favorite diy craft projects. Looking for some more great ideas on decorating with books check out this post from the nesterlibrarians out there are probably having a nervous breakdown.
Diy making a music sheet wreath by zassys treasures youtube. In this case, i decided to turn some vintage sporting books i had into a beautiful wreath to fill an empty window we have in our kitchen. What i dont love is the pricey price tags or fake flowers or any of that nonsense. I love that its so versatile, textured and easy to make.
In developing the party theme of vintage books, burlap and lace, i made this book page wreath for her door. 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. So, i pulled another dusty paperback off the shelf and set. Jan 27, 2014 i decided to put a twist on that by making it into a heart wreath. Grab a cup of coffee, your hot glue and give it a try. Nov 23, 20 a step by step tutorial of how to make a wreath from old book pages.
To make your ownvintage book page wreath you will need. When an old book begins to fall apart and is no longer usable, it makes me feel better to recycle it into something beautiful. So then, i asked the queen suzy of georgia peachez to read this entire tutorial, and if she had time, to provide any pearls. I cut mine out of a cereal box, and it can be however large you want it to be. First of all you want to start off with a cardboard heart.
Nov 28, 2018 i have been wanting to make a book page wreath forever, but it never made it onto my to do list. 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. You could also use this technique to create a wreath using magazine pages, comic book pages, or even tissue paper or construction paper. You all should totally make a wreath from an old book but were really here to talk about wreaths. Directions i started with taking a damp tea bag and lightly rubbing the sides of the book. This is one of the things that looks intriguing from a distance and looks stunning from up close. Nov 24, 2012 christmas decorating christmas wreath old book pages. Craft is therapy for me and when times are stressful i find it easy to immerse myself in a project. Ive been looking for the perfect book page wreath to make because i have a damaged antique book with beautiful gold leafed pages.
Make a book page wreath in just 3 easy steps, a simple tutorial at sparkles of sunshine. 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. 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 book page wreath tutorial large book page wreath for fall hang burplap banner across front that says welcome fall book page wreath tutorial large book page wreath. Jan 02, 2017 my friends vicki and jenn used ribbon to make a similar wreath, you can see theirs here. On bliss street book page wreath tutorial on bliss street. Vintage book wreaths a fun decoration for after christmas. It was easy to make and it didnt take long at all to assemble the 34 cones. Then you take book pages mine were from a vintage book, and roll each page up diagonally and seal it with glue. Buy products related to vintage wreath products and see what customers say about vintage wreath products on free delivery possible on eligible purchases. The play on words, plus the environmentally friendly nature of this project will not only honor ushering in a. Perfect affordable, all season wreath and indoor fall decor. 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.
Whats a girl to do my glittered book wreath project is perfect for your front door or on your mantel. Aug 06, 2012 a few weeks ago, one of my dear friends visited for a girls weekendcrafty party. But mine is extra christmasey because it is made with music pages. I began this project a few weeks ago, when my mum was in the final stages of brain cancer. Oct 10, 20 this recycled book page wreath tutorial was an oldie but goodie trash to treasure idea.
Start with an old book and turn it into a masterpiece. How to make your own christmas wreath vintage book paper decorations duration. I loved it so much, that i refused to take it down. Its a wreath, not a normal one, but one made out of paper. Valentine book wreath i made a book wreath for christmas and it was my favorite decoration of the season.
Learn to make deco mesh wreaths kindle edition by arts. Now i just made a hook in both ends and looped them together to close the wreath. Just like our recent dollar store hack on how to make wreath with a laundry basket, in this tutorial, the stock pot frees us from having to use wreath forms. This beautiful book wreath is a great way to decorate your reading nook or library. If youve got any old books just sitting on the shelves collecting dust, reuse them to create a recycled book rosette wreath. Dec 09, 2015 this wreath is pretty much my favourite thing. Sep 26, 2011 vintage book wreath im always looking for ways to make conventional crafts into something unexpected and interesting. I love the look of them and i love the story behind them. Book page wreath made in 3 easy steps sparkles of sunshine. How to make a book page wreath celebrate every day with me. I envisioned a new kind of book wreath that could safely carry me through another month.
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