This beautiful wreath is abundantly fun and easy, whether youre a budding crafter or your skills are in full bloom. After fighting the diseases of celiac and fibromyalgia for over 35 years, nancys mission is to make a difference in the lives of others. Ingenious and crafty ways of turning paper into stylish wreaths. At the end of this post i created a diy mini buffalo check wreath from wrapping paper. So have a look at these examples to get some ideas for your own diy. Diy book paper cone wreath with kyrlon spray paint duration. A list of all the materials used in the above tutorial can be found. Old book the older the better as the pages will be more yellow and it will give a vintage look to your wreath. Book pages i used an old book i had, but you could thrift one if you are sentimental about your books.
To make a paper wreath, start by tracing 2 differentsized plates on a piece of cardboard or poster paper so the smaller plate is inside the bigger one. Each ring takes approximately 40 squares depending on the paper thickness. How to make a book page wreath, and more book art ideas. I had so much fun making it that i decided to make another one for our shelf. How to make a book page paper wreath the crafty blog stalker. Tie a bow at the top of the ribbon and hang your beautiful wreath. Stephanie at under the table and dreaming posted her wreath and tutorial too. Decorating a mantle for late summer can sometimes be a challenge. 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. In developing the party theme of vintage books, burlap and lace, i made this book page wreath for her door. As long as you attach any details using floral wire rather than glue, you can change up.
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. This recycled book page wreath tutorial was an oldie but goodie trash to treasure idea. The vintage paper was thin, therefore required more squares. This brown paper bag wreath really minds me of a post from the past where i made faux leather out of paper bags and mod podge. All you need is a wreath, antique paper, and a hot glue gun with glue.
A lot of time foam wreaths are used and theyre decorated with all sorts of things. I decided my wall needed a slightly bigger wreath, so i started at the beginning again and made a whole batch of new cones to make a second layer. 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. I wanted to make a yarn wrapped wreath and embellish it with some paper flowers. Maymay helms po box 485 jemison, al 35085 my blog purchase stamps. As you move toward the center of the wreath, your paper cones will start to hang into the center of the circle. 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.
I have seen some gorgeous metal wreaths that have a antique and copper feel on the market right now and thought it would be fun to make one from metallic paper. How to make a paper flower wreath the crafty blog stalker. Make a paper wreath it looks great during the holiday season and can be left up all year long. How to make a book page wreath the shabby creek cottage. How to make a paper wreath easiest wreath ever, uses a wire coat hanger and old book pages. I just adore diy starburst paper wreath tutorial love her idea. First, you take a piece of paper and fold it in half. Paper punch book wreath by vickie munton december 16, 2014 2 comments well it actually started out as a dictionary wreath, but after giving it a good start, i just decided it was not quite what i wanted and started over using. I love the green grass and the bright colors i see people wearing around town or at the pool. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. As an example of a perfect collaboration, lori jacobs, hard working mom, created this beautiful candy cane wreath using trendy tree supplies. First, cut out your flowers and leaves in different sizes and on different colors of cardstock.
To make a cabbage rose follow the rose diy there, but replace the center of the rose with a ball of scrunched up crepe paper. A list of all the materials used in the above tutorial can be found on my diy blog. The holidays are here and it is time for a new wreath from my front door. Id like to share with you how easy and inexpensive it is to make this bookpage wreath. I scooped up some old books in the free box at my local library, and straw wreath forms at a local garage sale. It is too early for fall but too late for a springy look. My version of the book page wreath satori design for living. Next, draw a leaf on the cardboard or poster paper and cut it out as well. Each wreath is finished with a burlap ribbon for hanging. Make a huge impact for pennies with this tutorial for a rolled book page wreath.
Fall wreaths are the perfect decoration to welcome your friends and family. The handmade experts at share easy stepbystep instructions on how to make a paper floral wreath that will last all summer long. The pages need to be big enough to cut out a 4 x 4inch square. Secure wreath forms together with floral wire, and wrap bunches of evergreen around. Heres 12 diy christmas wreath ideas that are easy and festive. You wont just be cutting up paper here this papercraft wreath wants you to explore with shapes and textures to create an unforgettable presentation. You could also use this technique to create a wreath using magazine pages, comic book pages, or even tissue paper or construction paper. The wreath is made of dozens of paper roses cut out of book pages. Once you get the technique down, it goes pretty quickly.
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. Scrunched book paper wreath wreaths jessica joaquin. Since theres lots of folding to do, this is a great project for a few kids to work on together. Hot glue clothes pins on evenly spaced w the opening end out. How to make a heart shaped book page wreath youtube. Diy vintage paper halloween wreath the crafting chicks. It was super exciting and i was honored to help her with the book launch party. Tagged as book pages, diy, homemade wreath, how to make. Make a pretty, heart shaped wreath with recycled cardboard, and old. So easy to create your own style with this wreath that is great. And, with the pastel tones of spring making way for brighter colors, i thought this burlap and paper flower wreath. The book is a book of poems by keats, however it is falling apart and some pages are missing.
For this project, i recommend you cut 5 large daisies, 10 small daisies, 5 large roses, 10 small roses, and 5 large carnations. This particular paper was thick and required less squares. Its the perfect touch of vintage charm to add to your shabby cottage. Book paper wreath romantic rustic wedding wreath i make each paper rose by hand from vintage book pages and then apply them to a burlapwrapped 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. This is a perfect, neutral wreath base via get cottage. I have been in love with paper wreaths for a while now.
Grapevine wreaths are among the most popular types. The pieces are easy to replace, and the design could easily go with multiple home decor schemes throughout. If youve been thinking of making a rolled book page wreath, now just might be the perfect time to do it. You only need a few items, and you can make your wreath as large or as small as youd like. Continue working around the rose from the center out until you have a very full paper rose. Deck the halls is an instructional christmas wreathmaking book by a world renowned wreath designer, nancy alexander. Youd the surprised how beautiful and longlasting a paper wreath can be. This one is so easy yall, just fold paper and glue. So gather those paper bags and paper bag packing stuff and lets get after it. There are several book page wreaths out there for inspiration. Diy wrapping paper wreath by kate riley november 11, 20 welcome to another week everyone and wishing you all a happy veterans day our town hosts a parade that honors our local veterans, then were off to celebrate matts grandmothers 104th birthday. Learn how to make a book page wreath that resembles a dahlia flower.
A little spare crafting time, 1,000 hot glue gun burns and 394 book pages later and you too can have a wreath like this. And make sure you have three different paper sizesthe longest size being for the bottom. So heres my version of the diy vintage paper halloween wreath. It is an easy, beautiful and inexpensive diy project. After book page wreaths, yarn wrapped ones seem to be the most popular. How to make a dahlia book page wreath book page crafts. Wreath making archives trendy tree blog holiday decor. Diy winter wreath paper project seasonal home decor. A great way to add to your home decor on a small budget. I like that it is flat, but i could have used a smaller one and it would have worked well.
Paper bagsbrown paper bag packing wreath form hot glue fall floral spraysstraw wreath forms tend to be the. But there are also paper wreaths, an option rarely explored. I love the look of them and i love the story behind them. Theyre big, colorful, and a pretty decoration for the holidays or anytime, depending on your choice of. Diy recycled book page flower wreath wall hanging tutorial. Kathleen from katydid and kid you can include your favorite old book in your christmas home decor with this book leaf wreath. Decorate your home for the holidays this year with this eyecatching easy to make christmas. This origami wreath is made of 16 identicallyfolded pieces that interlock and create a cool starburst shape. 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. Then, cut out the ring you traced and set it aside. The paper i chose is antique gold in text weight to get that vintage look to my wreath.
Lia griffith is a designer, maker, artist, and author. Fluff the rose and add any petals where you think your rose might need more. An easy diy craft tutorial idea for beautiful home decor that you can display all year long. I reused a flat cardboard piece to make the wreath base.
How about adding some bright paper ranunculus blooms to the mix, or dot a few of our classic white gardenias around the wreath to use as a unique diy wedding table centerpiece. This beautiful book wreath is a great way to decorate your reading nook or library. How to make a book page wreath, and a few more book art projects im wanting to try this holiday season. You can certainly stop rolling here, and youll have a beautiful, onetiered paper wreath.
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. I now have a third paper wreath made from book pages that i antiqued, and i thought i would show you how easy it is to make these paper wreaths. I am back with another post in our a homemade christmas series. How to make a wreath with paper book pages great how to instructions great use for old books that you hate to throw away.
Ive been looking for the perfect book page wreath to make because i have a damaged antique book with beautiful gold leafed pages. Diy starburst paper wreath tutorial maybe try this with a stiff fabric i wanted to share with you one of my new favorite diy projects, thisstarburst paper 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. Ingenious and crafty ways of turning paper into stylish. I made one with the paper roses which was lovely, but lots of cutting and rose forming and gluing and time. How to make a paper wreath using pages from a vintage book. I hope you have been catching all of the other posts in this series if not check them out at the. How to make a wreath with paper book pages old book crafts. Brighten your day with an array of daisies and wildflowers. How to make a dahlia book page wreath a wonderful thought. Stand back and admire your new romantic book page wreath. Since launching her handcrafted lifestyle site with her first paper rose in 20, lia and her team have developed thousands of original diy templates, svg cut files, and tutorials to empower others who want to learn, make, and create. Fold those tabs back over the back of the foam board and glue in.
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