As the holiday rolls around, my house fills with small, alternative trees that have either been purchased or made at home. Search through your books at home, visit a charity shop or secondhand book store, and unleash your creativity. A gift book christmas tree made out of the best christmas books of all time would be a sentimental and meaningful party favor. Nov 23, 2017 perhaps choose a small bible or a book with a christmas theme. Christmas tree out of readers digest magazines photos damon beres readers digest is the perfect size to make this simple, fun, magazine christmas craft.
Keep those pages of words alive and send them as gifts as they fold flat for ease of postingshipping. Today, though, i thought i would share this easy diy book page ornament tutorial with you that i actually made and gave away to my book club members last year. This christmas, people are building diy trees using everything from wine bottles to tree branches to cookie tins, but our inner bookworms are obsessed with these trees made out of stacks of novels. So, express your spirit with tasteful designs and create book page christmas ornaments for amazing diy home decoration.
I found this top image on facebook but hit the jump for 11 more prime examples of christmas book trees. There are more places than your christmas tree to place your book page ornaments. Watch the following video below to get the stepbystep instructions for building your own book tree, then read on to find eight more creative ideas. Magazine glue glitter optional spray paint optional small wood or foam star optional what to do. Then, fold top of all pages down to form tree shape. Tear off the outer cover and a few of the first and end pages. I dont have any pictures of the one i made, but ill tell you how i made it and show you someone else who successfully made it. Pin it you can decorate the christmas tree, the living room or the front door and all your stuff will be environmentally friendly and easy to be recycled.
How to diy book page christmas tree hallmark channel. This altered book christmas tree is very easy to make from an old paperback novel. Every page of your book is transformed into a festive holiday creation. Christmas trees made of books are a literary dream come. Once you have one side of the book completely cut out, its time to. Make your next christmas tree out of books mnn mother. You can make a onesided christmas tree to sit on a bookshelf. If youve never learned how to make roses out of paper before now, then youve been missing out.
You can see a page i moved to the side in the photo of step 7. Made from an old book titled music in europe and the united states, its topped with a silver glitter covered star, and white organza with silver cascading bows. I made a pumpkin out of a book this weekend and the garland will compliment it perfectly. Hang your diy book page ornament on your tree or wrap it up in a pretty box as a cheerful gift. I should mention that it was at this point when i decided that 25 pages 50 numbered pages was the right amount to make the front and back wings. How to decorate for christmas with book page ornaments. This year, ive been making christmas trees by folding the pages of old. But did you know theres a whole segment of people who make christmas trees out of books. I scouted out books that i thought would be interesting the printing isnt really visible im just nerdy that way. Make a book page garland with cord and book page flower cut outs. Turn unwanted and unloved paperbacks into christmas trees and angels. How to make folded paperback book christmas trees a. I have a little annual tradition of making christmas ornaments for everyone from yellowed book pages. I should warn you though, there is one problem making these, especially for a book worm.
How to make a christmas tree out of your favorite books hypable. Paperback novel can get them for pennies at thrift store craft knifescissors marker hot glue directions. In it, you will learn how to make a gorgeous christmas tree decoration using old books, glue and sparkles. It has the most amazing versions of vintage carols. Diy christmas tree out of paper, book pages ripped into squares, then biggest to smallest to make a tree. Fold bottom triangle of each additional magazine page up, making the bottom of the tree flat.
I love christmas decor ideas and this one is a real winner. With this recycled book page craft tutorial, you can learn how to make a 3d christmas tree out of book pages or newspaper you already have. One book was found on top of a trash can filled recyclable materials. Lets start youll need a paperback book youve read many times, or picked up one or more at the thrift store.
But considering we made ours from things we already had on hand, that pretty much makes our versionfree the second thing i want to say. The angel is created out of the pages and looks as though it is emerging from the book. Dec 07, 2014 why not reuse your old books and turn them into beautiful christmas trees. Tis the season for christmas trees and book lovers. Make a paperback christmas tree this decorative folded paperback christmas tree made from a paperback book is super cute, easy to make, and affordable. If you are making christmas decorations then take a look at some of my other christmas tutorials. I can think of no better christmas tree than a book christmas tree. Ready for a quick and easy christmas craft project using book pages. Very artsy and perfect decoration for the book lover.
How to make sheet music christmas trees bring the unexpected to your table with miniature christmas trees made out of cut and curled sheet music. The little christmas trees are made from pages from a piano book i bought for a few dollars at our local used book store. How to make a book page wreath, and more book art ideas. The method used to make it is very similar to this paperback snowman and paperback pumpkin supplies. I used pages from an old hymnal for one, pages from. Dec 03, 20 how to make a christmas book tree step one. Book page christmas ornaments upcycle your old paper. Im really into things made from the pages of books. How to make trees or christmas trees from paperback books. Angel crafts can be made from a variety of materials, including clothespins, napkins and fabric pieces such as felt.
Nov 23, 2015 start out by tearing your book pages from your book. Fold pages of book to center until complete circle. How to make a small christmas tree decoration from old books. How to make folded paperback book christmas trees a tutorial. How to make a folded book tree for christmas youtube. Big christmas coloring book with christmas trees, santa claus, reindeer, snowman, and more. How to make trees or christmas trees from paperback books first tear the cover off a paperback book.
How to make a christmas tree out of your favorite books. Now you can make your diy recycled christmas tree out of stuff you already have. These trees also make fantastic gifts for friends, relatives and coworkers. Next count out about 75 pages and carefully tear them off. Book christmas tree reuse recyle books diy youtube. Those staples can be sharp if you dont get them in all the way and i thought it would be easierbetter than hot glue. Today i am going to share the tutorial of how to make this simple wreath from an old book. Why not reuse your old books and turn them into beautiful christmas trees. How to make angels and christmas trees from a paperback book. People are using their favorite books to make christmas trees. This tree is great for the holidays and is so unique, you are sure to impress your guests. You will want to read my previous post on making a book page wreath for the easiest way to crumble your book pages. Its even a great craft to do with your kids, although i recommend letting an adult do the cutting with the exacto knife. Christmas trees made of recycled bottles in portugal image credits.
The temptation to try to read as you fold the pages is immense and you may find yourself drawn into a fictional world unwittingly. Try your hand today at making folded paperback book christmas trees. Last year i made a rather large book page wreath to hang over our mantel. These little trees made from softer pinks, blues and greens are worthy of the cover of marthas magazine. Look at all that ruffley paper on that book page garland yumo. How to make a paperback book angel grace grits and gardening. Nows the time to learn a new craft skill and make a gorgeous decoration in the process. Another great way to use paper trimmings to make paper christmas trees as christmas decorations for small spaces. You will need between 170 pages this is going by the books printed page numbers. Nov 25, 2014 one of the easiest christmas crafts ive ever done are paperback book trees. You can make a onesided christmas tree to sit on a bookshelf up against a wall. Somehow we missed this activity when we were kids, but this magazine christmas tree is a great looking and super easy idea. And besides, what is more perfect than a tree out of books for the librarys holiday decor. One lady got right into it and made one out of an old readers digest.
If you have a star or angel stand it on top of the final book for fun. I used 55 book pages for this wreath, so thats a good number to start with for a 9 inch wreath form. Dec 03, 2019 a study by the american christmas tree association found that consumers would have to keep an artificial christmas tree for 10 years in order to offset the carbon footprint of natural trees they would have bought during this period. A magazine is, of course, smaller than a standard novel so will make a skimpy tree. If you continue folding the remaining pages, you will have a christmas tree once you fold a group of pages on each side of the spine, flip the book upside down and continue folding pages the same way to make wings. Dec 06, 2012 i got to make a christmas tree out of books. Dec 8, 20 it is a sad fact that even charity shops have to pulp books after their pages have curled on the shelves too long. The page edges have been stained with a brown paint wash. This book page craft is a fantastic christmas decoration for your home. One creative option for constructing angel crafts is to make angels out of old books. How to make a book page garland the shabby creek cottage. Easy and beautiful diy projects made with old books 2017. Book pages can be used for any crafts and projects, but this is a perfect way to integrate them in your christmas decor.
Here is a nice idea to upcycle your old books then make some vintage ornaments for christmas. Book page tree use an old book to make this statement making stacked christmas tree for your home. Fold back the pages and break down the spine so it becomes more flexible and opens up the pages of the book. If youre feeling cheeky, use a book that talks about the perils of christmas, such as anthologies about bad christmas experiences, or the worst case scenario christmas book. Before tossing out your trash, take a look at these 18 creative and clever christmas trees made with recycled materials. From the harry potterinspired christmas tree, to this tree completely made out of books, literature is factoring large in this festive. I craft with love also shares another pretty tree made with sheet music paper. This is a very simple and inexpensive decoration that can be done by almost. Gather all your books and sort them by size and shape. Dec 12, 2012 once all of your book pages are cutout, you will need to assemble a base for your tree. Now i turned them into adorable little christmas trees that can go on our mantel.
Once the base was cut out, poke a hole in through the middle. Dec 05, 2016 choosing a fake christmas tree over the real deal is no longer a faux pasnow its a way to show off your crafty side. What an incredible piece of art can you create by just folding the pages of an old, unused book. This year, ive been making christmas trees by folding the pages of old books and magazines. Using an old book that was falling apart, i made cute little christmas trees. How to make trees or christmas trees out of paperback books. 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.
How to make a christmas tree with folded book pages holidappy. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The process is a little time intensive but very simple. The holidays could be so much fun and also the indoor decoration could be absolutely astonishing. If youre in love with book pages and love making easy doable.
Book page christmas ornaments 22 upcycled ideas to make. Sep 10, 2019 one christmas tree is never enough for me. After sharing a photo of her book tree on facebook, we asked sami to write a. This one uses actual book pages to create a readable christmas. To embellish it, paint with a little glue and add a dash of glitter. How about displaying your diy ornaments in a bread bowl or other decorative vessel on your dining or entry way. I work at a library, and it seemed like an idea that could be executed pretty inexpensively. Dec 04, 2014 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. That book tree you listed is very festive too may have to try it. Sheet music trees and rolled book pages make beautiful. Im not trying to say im unique here seems lots of people with blogs are making decorations with book pages. Look for books with a softglued spine rather than a. It was fun and the homemade decor added a cozy feeling to the place.
If you are going to make a bunch of trees it would be a good investment. Ken wingard is in the christmas spirit and making a creative holidaythemed book page christmas tree. Now, im not one to usually destroy old books, but this was an old dictionary that we were going to throw out anyway. How to make a christmas tree out of your favorite books books editors note. These fluffy trees will add texture and whimsy to any holiday arrangement. Grab a paperback book that you never care to read again.
Custom repurposed book angel made from a book supplied by the customer, country. I tucked the staple side down onto the mantle but watch out. Fold the first 20 leaves of the book as if you are making a christmas tree. I would also tear out the pages as i went along to make it easier and to get a little instant gratification knowing i was getting through the book. Nov 30, 2018 if you enjoyed this holiday craft video, you will definitely want to check out this video where i show you how you can transform an old book into a christmas angel. We all like things made from magazines so check out the instructions below the jump. Looking for a simple, lowcost, out of theordinary way to add pizzazz to your christmas decor. 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. The addition of buttons and snowflakes makes it appear even more splendid. 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. Fold all the remaining pages towards the back of the book from the top corner down into the spine. Trees made of books empty your bookshelves, grab a string of old lights, and craft a tree that will.
You may replace the burlap ribbon with a colorful satin ribbon if you desire. In fact, the first few steps to creating the book angel are actually the exact same steps that you used to create the book tree. People are using their favorite books to make christmas. Simply fold your book pages into a beautiful christmas tree. 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. Dec 05, 2018 so now you have a beautiful folded book christmas tree that would be great to use as a table centrepiece for christmas day. Transform old magazines into glittered tabletop trees with this easy and kidfriendly stepbystep process. I looked for a good sized book full of mostly piano music because there are lots of notes and no words.
Maybe it will inspire you to make your own tree out of books which, come to think about it, were made out of trees to begin with. This stepbystep video shows you how to make your own cone shaped tree by just folding the pages of a book. How to make a christmas tree with folded book pages. Diy book page trees made from a vintage christmas carol. I didnt want to mess it up, so i had copies made of the book pages.
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