In developing the party theme of vintage books, burlap and lace, i made this book page wreath for her door. I usually avoid traditional holiday decor, but when i spotted this wreath made from book pages on design crush, i instantly fell in love with its elegant form, ruffled texture, and vintage feel. This luminous wreath makes the perfect centerpiece for your living room wall or front door. This wreath turned out lovely, but i seriously hated every minute of it. The three volume set of kristin lavransdatter has been on my currently reading shelf since 2016. Sep 20, 2017 and there you have a fun farmhouse book page embroidery hoop wreath to enjoy throughout what ever season youre in. Rose wreath elements illustration stock illustration. Capture the beauty of spring with the 24inch hydrangea rose wreath, a dynamic combination of hydrangeas and roses. Carefully and gradually peel away the adhesive strip and stick the two sides together.
Oct 10, 20 this recycled book page wreath tutorial was an oldie but goodie trash to treasure idea. Ive been eyeing these great book page wreaths for a while now, and finally got around to making my own last weekend. 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. Sheet music wreath paper wreath vintage sheet music paper rose vintage. Sep 15, 2010 the supplies i used include a 12inch wreath form, a glue gunglue sticks, a book, and a tea bag.
Do you love the scrolling detail on an ornate ceiling. Well read wreath book page wreath deja vue designs. Todays craft a book page wreath is another simple one im sensing a trend here. We had a small gettogether with some friends over the weekend, and we hosted a spooky walking taco party. Vintage book pages add a cozy touch to festive fall decor like banners and cute little pumpkins. Starting with the outside of the spiral, roll the paper inward to create the flower shape. A mix of blooming roses and pastelcolored hydrangea petals create a look that is second to none. I also finished up the worst project i have ever startedthe bane of my existencemy rosette bookpage wreath. Jan 26, 2010 except i knew it was really a christmas wreath. When the last harry potter book came out, i reserved a copy, so that i could get it right away.
Book wreath with red glitter tips bit cloudy here this morning, so i tried a couple of different settings on my little camera. 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. I use a ruler to guide the tear of each strip take care to glue the ends together on the same side of the wreath slightly overlap each subsequent strip again, be sure to glue the strip on the same side of the wreath. Download this flowers wreath coloring book page for adult vector illustration now. Are you drawn to the amber color of aging book pages. Keep reading for more info on how to make all 26 diy old book crafts. 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.
You can even repurpose old books into secret safes and hiding places to keep everything from holiday gifts to valuables safe and out of sight. This recycled book page wreath tutorial was an oldie but goodie trash to treasure idea. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. So im deleting the set from my shelves, and separating them out, as i restart book 2. Jan, 2018 thats when i decided i would create an easy diy book wreath with a custom sign i created years ago. Give the wreath form a light coat of white or light color spray paint to help camouflage any seethrough spaces.
Heres my little newspaperrosemaking tutorial to help you achieve the look of my paper roses. Jan 14, 2016 how to make a book page rose wreath first you need to make the roses. Apr 03, 2015 twotime pulpwood queen book club teen book of the year wreath willis is finishing high school by day and living in a junkyard by night. Nov 18, 2014 it was super exciting and i was honored to help her with the book launch party. A wreath of roses is only the second book of hers that i have read. 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. Crinkle the page up for ease of creating the rosette 4. Nov 11, 2009 i usually avoid traditional holiday decor, but when i spotted this wreath made from book pages on design crush, i instantly fell in love with its elegant form, ruffled texture, and vintage feel. I love creating decor pieces out of unusual objects obviously. How to make a wreath with paper book pages old book crafts. Tear out a full page, then tear the page into smaller strips. Homemade vintage music book page wreath the frugal. If you have extra book pages leftover after this craft, you could make these gorgeous paper flowers from old book pages.
Be sure to see all of the other diy projects my sweet blogging pals have been up to below. All you need is a book or several, if youre using skinny paperbacks, a stapler, a foam board or wreath, and a glue gun. The truth is i love books my parents use to ground me from reading as a punishment when i was a kidteenager. Add a diy book page rose or two to really make it beautiful. Smycka eucalyptus leaves from ikea these ones from amazon would also do the trick embroidery hoop you can often find super cheap ones at your local thrift store. Complete summary of elizabeth coles a wreath of roses. It was starting to make me feel a little crazy christmas lady.
See more ideas about rolled paper wreath, wreaths and crafts. Basically you layer three book pages together and draw a spiral circle. Continue working around the rose from the center out until you have a very full paper rose. Following the guidelines, cut along the spiral shape. The possibilities for how to use this book page wreath are endless. Book page rose wreath book page crafts, old book crafts. Nov 09, 20 my book page wreath was really shabbilicious friday link party shabby art boutique april 3, 2014 love anything made with vintage book paper so carmodys book paper wreath over at paper and fox was a stand out for me this week and i also love that it is a little different to the ones ive. And search more of istocks library of royaltyfree vector art that features abstract graphics available for quick and easy download. Our neutral valentines day mantel decor the diy mommy.
What matters most is that the book, wreath, a girl, engages the reader so much its impossible to stop reading except for the unavoidable interruptions of living until the story comes to an end. These are really stiff rods, so it takes some muscle to bend, but the wreath is very sturdy. I hope you have been catching all of the other posts in this series if not check them out at the bottom of this post. It is a quite brilliant study of loneliness, isolation and the human capacity for selfdeception.
To remedy that problem i decided to make this rosette book wreath. I am back with another post in our a homemade christmas series. The wreath tells the story of kristins childhood and her emergence into womanhood, when she meets and falls in love with. Fluff the rose and add any petals where you think your rose might need more. Decorate the inside of old cookie cutters with scrapbook paper and accessories. I then made a hook using a scrap piece of twine and the hot glue gun. May 14, 2014 arrange the first layer of rosettes on the wreath and glue them down with the hot glue gun, then arrange and glue the second layer of rosettes on top of the first layer to cover up the cardboard wholes. How to diy rolled paper roses wreath, newsprint, book pages, paper crafts.
Book page roses tutorial jen holz from jlh upcycling shares how to create gorgeous roses from pages great for flower bouquet or wedding centerpieces. Tie a bow at the top of the ribbon and hang your beautiful wreath. Since many of the book pages have black and white pictures on them the variegation in color is amazing. Please do your research and ensure you arent destroying a first edition one of a kind antique book. And here i am preparing a birthday book party for my daughter, emily. I decided to make a rose wreath when i visited alisa burkes blog. Thats a fairly accurate descriptions of how we live in our book life. This wreath is beautiful and cheap but it took quite a long time to make. 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. Check out our book page wreath selection for the very best in unique or. Honestly, these diy book page roses are gorgeous and you can use them in any number of crafts. It is actually the first part of sigrid unsets trilogy which chronicles the life of kristin lavransdatter, a young woman living in norway during the middle ages. I made one with the paper roses which was lovely, but lots of cutting and rose forming and gluing and time. You can use these to decorate wreaths, gift bags and just about anything else you can imagine.
And search more of istocks library of royaltyfree vector art that features abstract. Wrap it around something round to form the ring, then bend the tips into the shape you see in the photo above. Pair this with my vintage book petal toss cones for romantic vintageinspired wedding decor. When we visted the nester last month i was in complete awe of her book page wreath. My version of the book page wreath satori design for living. Book page wreath literary gift paper rose wreath book lover gift book club.
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. If the thought of taking an exacto to your favorite read makes you a little squeamish, take heart. This beautiful book wreath is a great way to decorate your reading nook or library. Sad, yes, but i do plan on making a new pom pom wreath this winter. For the base i just used a cardboard circle with a hole cut out. I wanted to tell you how much i like the book page wreath. Are you making a new picture frame for your favorite family photo.
A mix of blooming roses and pastelcolored hydrangea petals create a. Jul 31, 2011 i left my hubby feeling very empowered yesterday after he finished putting together my picture ledges for the living room pictures and instructions to come. How to make a book page wreath the shabby creek cottage. Super inexpensive, this wreath cost me more in glue sticks than anything else. I threaded ribbon through the grapevine on the back of the wreath and then wrapped it loosely around the wreath to tie a simple bow in front. So, i pulled another dusty paperback off the shelf and set. How to make a book page wreath, and more book art ideas. Book rose paper wreath book themed wedding paper roses fashioned from vintage books are used to make this charming wreath. Walking taco parties are fun because it lets your guests create their own snacks, and you dont have a huge mess and lots of dishes to clean up after the party is over.
Do you love the scrolling detail on an ornate ceiling medallion. Wreath of roses by taylor, elizabeth and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Since many of the book pages have black and white pictures on them the variegation in. How to make a book page wreath celebrate every day with me. Like you i have a hard time throwing a book away, i still have cathleen e woodiwiss first book. The red glitter is a very christmasy red, unfortunately it shows as a deep red.
Set in an english village some time after the end of the second world war, the story features camilla and liz who are best friends and the latters exgoverness, frances. Make a pretty, heart shaped wreath with recycled cardboard, and old book and a glue gun. When i first decided on this project i thought i would make a full book page wreath. Contact us 92 school road tilehurst reading berkshire rg31 5au. And ironically, she created this beautiful book party in celebration of her sister, emily, writing her first book, grace for the good girl. Today, im sharing all of the details for how i put the party together, along. Well read wreath book page wreath september 23, 20 by tammy 69 comments. Aug 15, 20 that means only one more day of book page crafts. See more ideas about book page wreath, book pages and book wreath. I went googly eyed when i saw it and my mouth fell openlol.
Thats when i decided i would create an easy diy book wreath with a custom sign i created years ago. 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. How to diy rolled paper roses wreath, newsprint, book. This is it, the mother of all wreath link up parties. Hang it from an old window or door, the possibilities are endless. I had a damaged antique book with beautiful gold leafed pages. I envisioned a new kind of book wreath that could safely carry me through another month. Burlap wired ribbon about 4 feet glue gun optional. The first chapter grabbed my attention as judy christie jumped into the middle of wreaths thoughts. My mother says that my daughter and i devour books. 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. You could also use this technique to create a wreath using magazine pages, comic book pages, or even tissue paper or construction paper. Then you start rolling and gluing the pages into rolls.
Carefully tear or cut pages out of the book you are using. Download this rose wreath elements illustration vector illustration now. Book page wreath french book wreath paper cone wreath 910. Homemade vintage music book page wreath the frugal homemaker. How to make a heart shaped book page wreath youtube. So if you decided to try it, be committed to many nights of work.
And search more of istocks library of royaltyfree vector art that features 2015 graphics available for quick and easy download. My book page wreath was really shabbilicious friday link party shabby art boutique april 3, 2014 love anything made with vintage book paper so carmodys book paper wreath over at paper and fox was a stand out for me this week and i also love that. 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. I adore these and love how they would fit into the rustic theme for any holiday. I have made a gold dipped burlap wreath for valentines day last year and it is heart shaped, too. Most of these designs were made using mass market fiction or found materials. The supplies i used include a 12inch wreath form, a glue gunglue sticks, a book, and a tea bag. Measuring approximately 14 wide, it hangs from a rustic burlap ribbon. Oh angie my dear friend, this is the book page wreath that tops all other book page wreaths.
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