You can make this beautiful book page christmas tree and start decorating for the holidays. I was up in pennsylvania and just enjoying the time with my family. Jan 03, 2017 this book page magnolia wreath, is perfect for your farmhouse. 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. These christmas wreaths are stunning and easy to make using recycled book pages. Its been a fun two weeks of just enjoying some time with the kiddos and the hubby and taking it a bit slow. Grapevine wreaths are among the most popular types. Nov 18, 2014 this past summer, my friend melissa deming of hive resources launched the paperback version of her book, daughters of the king. I ended up keeping them neutral, to be used all year. Goplus prelit cordless christmas wreath, builtin 6hour timer, with 50 warm led lightspine conesberries, xmas decor. 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 started out with the idea that these would be ornaments for my christmas tree and that id embellish them with holly.
Jun 10, 2019 when i very first started this book page paper wreath i didnt love it, so my passion for finishing it, quickly vanished. If you dont have one of these, you could always just cut out a giant ring out of cardboard. I am a little late to the book page wreath bandwagon but it is so worth it to be late than not at all. You could also use this technique to create a wreath using magazine pages, comic book pages, or even tissue paper or construction paper. Use several of these pieces to make the vines that will form the wreath. Start with an old book and turn it into a masterpiece. 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.
This video demonstrates how to make a wreath with the pages torn from an old. Next, turn the book page wreath over and hot glue around the clothes pins to make sure everything is secure after everything is dry, hang your diy book page wreath and enjoy. Aug 09, 2019 melissa has just released a book sharing her wreath making skills. Mar 30, 2014 wreaths can be made from a lot of things. So easy to create your own style with this wreath that is great. How to make your own christmas wreath vintage book paper decorations duration. I recently came across this wreath and decided it was time to complete it and im so glad that i did. How to make a dahlia book page wreath with images book. Ive been wanting to make one of these after admiring them for more than two years. A lot of time foam wreaths are used and theyre decorated with all sorts of things. Jan 19, 2017 learn how to make a book page wreath that resembles a dahlia flower. Learn how to make your own beautiful book page wreath, plus get the details for 14 other diy christmas wreaths.
Christmas decorating christmas wreath old book pages youtube. How to make your own christmas wreath vintage book. This book page magnolia wreath, is perfect for your farmhouse. How to make a book page wreath the shabby creek cottage. Last year i made a rather large book page wreath to hang over our mantel. Ingenious and crafty ways of turning paper into stylish. This beautiful book wreath is a great way to decorate your reading nook or library. Youtubes most watched interior designer rebecca robeson recreates an old antique book pages wreath for her home. A beautiful and unique wreath can be created using the pages from an old book. Want to learn how to make this gorgeous christmas deco mesh wreath with an in depth tutorial. A doctor explains how to make the safest face mask duration. Christmas winter door wreath with retro ornaments stock.
Christmas decorating christmas wreath old book pages duration. Im hoping this little tutorial was easy and helpful for anyone wanting to. Allow yourself to get creative and design different color schemes for the centerpiece. I am a lover of old books and words printed on almost anything so it was a given. How to make a heart shaped book page wreath youtube.
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. This recycled book page wreath tutorial was an oldie but goodie trash to treasure idea. My name is karina and this is my internet kitchen hangout. Then start layering the leaves onto the wire wreath or. This vintage book wreath is easy to assemble, with very few items. 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.
Jan, 2016 ive been wanting to make a book page wreath for awhile, and i figured now was the perfect time. How to make a book page paper wreath the crafty blog stalker. This one is so easy yall, just fold paper and glue. It was super exciting and i was honored to help her with the book launch party. Nov 19, 2012 if youve been thinking of making a rolled book page wreath, now just might be the perfect time to do it. Then start layering the leaves onto the wire wreath or cardboard wreath form. It did take a little longer than making the book page wreath though, cutting that burlap can be tricky and timeconsuming, but well worth it.
Book christmas tree after christmas christmas wreaths christmas. How to make a book page wreath, and more book art ideas. It did take a little longer than making the book page wreath though, cutting that burlap can be tricky and timeconsuming, but. 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 love being able to turn such valued items into something new and beautiful instead of seeing them thrown away. Jenna shares with her her coolest design for a vintage door wreath.
This is a page about making a christmas wreath with book pages. But there are also paper wreaths, an option rarely explored. For the base of the wreath, i used a wire wreath form from the floral department of the craft store. Heres a book page wreath diy project made from scrapbook paper birds. Mar 01, 2014 deck the halls is an instructional christmas wreathmaking book by a world renowned wreath designer, nancy alexander. After fighting the diseases of celiac and fibromyalgia for over 35 years, nancys mission is to make a difference in the lives of others.
Small book page wreath home decor wedding anniversary holiday birthday teacher gift librarian library book theme nerd eco christmas mywhimsicallily 3. This style is so different, youll have a oneofakind door decoration that your neighbors definitely wont have. These are really stiff rods, so it takes some muscle to bend, but the wreath is very sturdy. From there, just fill in as many as you can glue between the first 4 cones, about 810 then create a second row so you end up with a fuller wreath. Im hoping this little tutorial was easy and helpful for anyone wanting to create this easy diy book page wreath with a custom sign.
I also love that fact that is a very cheap diy project to make. Free design downloads and more projects are on her website. Glue some book pages together to get a longer piece and then crumble it and dip it in glue diluted with water. Youd the surprised how beautiful and longlasting a paper wreath can be. We want to help you diy, so some of the materials in this post are linked to sellers. Cant wait to see how you decorate it for christmas. Make a pretty, heart shaped wreath with recycled cardboard, and old book and a glue gun.
I knew it would fit in perfect with my late summer mantel. I had a damaged antique book with beautiful gold leafed pages. Deck the halls is an instructional christmas wreathmaking book by a world renowned wreath designer, nancy alexander. Book page valentines day wreath diy just that perfect piece.
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. When i very first started this book page paper wreath i didnt love it, so my passion for finishing it, quickly vanished. Challenge yourself to learn how to make a christmas wreath this season. How to make a book page wreath celebrate every day with me. If you know me personally, youll know that wreaths are kind of my thing. Shabby chic farmhouse book page valentines day wreath dollar tree craft in my opinion, the photos dont do a good job of capturing the texture, colour and texture of this book page wreath. I dont know about you, but christmas is not complete without music all of the. Its like all that buildup to christmas and stockings and snowmen and family and friends and caroling and all the joys of the. It is an easy, beautiful and inexpensive diy project. I think this wreath is absolutely gorgeous and i cant believe at one point i didnt like it. Oct 10, 20 this recycled book page wreath tutorial was an oldie but goodie trash to treasure idea. Book page wreaths have been all the rage for awhile around blogland. I loved the look of the book page wreaths everyone was making, so i decided i would use that style and incorporate the look of burlap. Ive got a few on here, including this monogrammed mesh wreath, coffee filter wreath, floral wreath, and chevron burlap wreath, but i also have some that.
Spring wreath made from embroidery hoops and old book pages. 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. Sep 15, 2016 for the base of the wreath, i used a wire wreath form from the floral department of the craft store. Christmas decorating christmas wreath old book pages. Nov 14, 20 last year i made a rather large book page wreath to hang over our mantel. Using a pencil, roll your book page from one corner to the next to make a tube. Melissa has just released a book sharing her wreath making skills. My supply of old books that would otherwise be thrown away just never seems to end. Best choice products 24inch prelit cordless artificial spruce christmas wreath with 50 led lights, silver bristles, pine cones, berries, green. I started out with the idea that these would be ornaments for my christmas tree and that id embellish them with holly berries.
After seeing lots of pictures of them all over and loving the look of them, i decided it was time to make one. Instead of something traditional, try creating something unique with this individual book page christmas wreath. A selfconfessed balanced foodie sharing some waistline friendly recipes that are full of flavour. How to make a dahlia book page wreath a wonderful thought. Jan, 2018 next, turn the book page wreath over and hot glue around the clothes pins to make sure everything is secure after everything is dry, hang your diy book page wreath and enjoy. If you had a bigger book, one page would work fine. My version of the book page wreath satori design for living. Ive been eyeing these great book page wreaths for a while now, and finally got around to making my own last weekend. I have wanted to make a dahlia book page wreath for a while. A selfconfessed balanced foodie sharing some waistline friendly recipes that are full of flavour life is too short for bland and boring. Holiday joy seasonal icons, wreath, ornaments illustration set vintage christmas card christmas deer, vector. All you need is a book or several, if youre using skinny paperbacks, a stapler, a foam board or wreath, and a glue gun. Diy bird book page wreath project thistlewood farm. Learn how to make beautiful wreaths for every season sand.
Check both sides of your page to plan how much print you want showing once you roll your page up. I have a face book page called jinny christmasshoppe i have plenty of. Watch live on hometalk at 10 am est on saturday, october 7th. 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. Learn how to make beautiful wreaths for every season.
After you have this part, decorate it with paper flowers and other. How to make a door wreath using old books duration. Burlap wired ribbon about 4 feet glue gun optional. How to make christmas diy deco mesh wreath hometalk. 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. Dont fret if you find yourself snowed in and unable to get to the. But mine is extra christmasey because it is made with music pages. Instead of letting all that paper go to waste, repurpose it into a unique diy christmas decoration. Of course i have a christmas wreath for december, and i have a bright floral wreath for the spring, but what do people put on their doors after the holidays. You can use an old book you have around already or.
Wrap it around something round to form the ring, then bend the tips into the shape you see in the photo above. Making a christmas wreath with book pages thriftyfun. 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. Its like all that buildup to christmas and stockings and snowmen and family and friends and caroling and all the joys of the season. Jan 16, 2020 heres a book page wreath diy project made from scrapbook paper birds. Beautiful watercolor coniferous forest illustration, christmas fir trees, winter nature, holiday background, conifer, snow. Make use of an old, forgotten book by crafting the rolled book page wreath. This diy book page wreath is a great accent to any room, and you can repurpose a discarded book. 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. Today i am going to share the tutorial of how to make this simple wreath from an old book.