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“P” is for Paper

October 4, 2011

A rolled paper rectangular wreath.

Old paperback books made into Fall decor.

Here it is inside:

 

The indoor light doesn’t do it justice.

 

Complete with warm Fall colored glitter on the edges:

And outside the glitter looks like this:

A big thanks to Grandpa for saving all his paperback books over the years!

 

Those old books have really great worn edges that give the paper such character:
All the pages rolled together start to look organic:
And perfectly spooky for Halloween.

Here’s how I made the wreath:


1. Buy plastic frames from the dollar store:
(plastic is very lightweight, or use mdf, 1/4″ plywood)

2. Cover the edge of the frame, I used drop cloth strips cut to the thickness of the frame edge and hot glue:
** Add wire for hanging prior to this step.**

3. Prepare paper rolls.
Using old paperbacks, tear out pages:
4. Fold and tear pages in half for a more squarish shape.
Roll paper into cone shape and hot glue:
5. Make a lot of rolls, the 8 x 10 frame takes about 100 rolls:
6. Start by gluing rolls in corners to preserve rectangular shape:
7. Fill in remaining spots then add second and third layers:

8. To add glitter – paint on white glue just on outer edges of rolls:
** Do this in batches of about 6 rolls at a time.**

9. Using orange / copper glitter mixture shake glitter onto rolls over scrap paper to collect excess:

10. Let dry complete and give final shake.
The indoor pictures truly don’t do it justice, the glitter is so brilliant but hard to capture with my camera.
A fun, inexpensive and easy Fall craft.
Add a bow and now it’s ready for Thanksgiving.

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  1. [email protected] says

    October 4, 2011 at 2:21 PM

    Love the shape! this is really cute.

    Reply
  2. Lesley says

    October 4, 2011 at 2:27 PM

    Okay….I am significantly creeped out by the little spiders all over your display!!! lol Makes me want to run and scream….I think that is the point of it all, so congrats! lol The wreath and tutorial are super duper. Thanks for sharing it. One of these days I am going to try one of these wreaths. Nice change up on the square, not circular, shape.

    Reply
  3. [email protected] says

    October 4, 2011 at 2:33 PM

    Wow, this is different! I really like how the pages were naturally aged. I'll have to try this one day.
    ~Tina

    Reply
  4. Clydia says

    October 4, 2011 at 2:49 PM

    Love it! Most definitely going to snag this idea. 🙂

    Reply
  5. cmoh says

    October 4, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    Fabulous. I love that you added glitter to the edges I havn't seen anyone else do that.

    Thanks for the tutorial I think I may have to have a stab at these, after all I have a ton of books lying around 🙂

    Caroline

    Reply
  6. Newly Mrs. D says

    October 4, 2011 at 5:44 PM

    This is soo pretty! WOW!!! What a gret tutorial thanks!

    Reply
  7. Carmella says

    October 4, 2011 at 6:07 PM

    So pretty! My old books are looking a little scared now 🙂

    Reply
  8. Cassie @ Primitive & Proper says

    October 4, 2011 at 6:29 PM

    it looks awesome! i love the square shape of it!

    Reply
  9. Erin {Lavender and Lemon Drops} says

    October 6, 2011 at 5:34 AM

    Awesome! Love the square book wreath idea! Great job 🙂

    Reply
  10. Robin says

    October 6, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    Amazing! I love the square shape. It goes so perfectly with the rest of your decor.

    Reply
  11. Stephanie says

    October 7, 2011 at 12:25 AM

    This is so fun! I love the rectangular shape and the glitter!

    Reply
  12. Jessa Smith says

    October 7, 2011 at 2:43 AM

    I love this! This is so creative and I love the glitter!

    ~Jessa
    http://www.jessajill.blogspot.com

    Reply
  13. Patricia Torres says

    October 7, 2011 at 4:00 AM

    oh gosh!! stunning..

    Reply
  14. Amy at Ameroonie Designs says

    October 7, 2011 at 4:00 AM

    Beautiful. I love the glitter, the shape, everything.
    xoxo,
    Amy

    Reply
  15. Janny says

    October 7, 2011 at 3:46 PM

    This is so original. I've never seen anything like it. What a great idea!

    Reply
  16. Jill @Two Yellow Birds Decor says

    October 8, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    So Cute!! I absolutely love it! I love how you put the glitter on!!
    Jill
    twoyellowbirdsdecor.blogspot.com

    Reply
  17. Claire says

    October 9, 2011 at 8:26 PM

    What a cool idea-love the glitter too!

    Reply
  18. Christina says

    October 10, 2011 at 3:08 AM

    What a great idea!
    Thank you for a fabulous tutorial!
    xo

    Reply
  19. Carol says

    October 10, 2011 at 3:37 AM

    Love it!!! I made tons of round wreaths last winter and even continued to fill in the circles and made huge paper Dalhias. I'll have to give the square ones a try 🙂
    Thanks for sharing!!!!

    Reply
  20. Leigh says

    October 10, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    Everything about this is lovely! I love the whole set up with the broom. I am now following you! 🙂

    Reply
  21. janet says

    October 10, 2011 at 7:48 PM

    Jaime..Jaime!!!

    I just scored a stack of old sheet music and now I know exactly what I am going to do with it!!

    Thank you…thank you

    Janet xox
    http://theemptynest-janet.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  22. Honey at 2805 says

    October 11, 2011 at 12:44 AM

    Your square wreath is adorable! I like the glittered edges!

    Reply
  23. Decor & Harmony @ 4290 says

    October 11, 2011 at 12:34 PM

    I love the shape by far my favorite wreath 🙂 The glitter is such a great idea too! Stop by for a blog visit, I'm your newest follower.

    Reply
  24. Miss Kitty says

    October 11, 2011 at 1:12 PM

    Thanks for the GREAT tutorial on how to make this beautiful wreath! I saw your post over at "Carolyn's Homework" link party.

    Reply
  25. Tamsyn says

    October 12, 2011 at 6:28 AM

    I love this! I've never seen any other wreath like it.

    Reply
  26. Tina says

    October 12, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    This is a great and unusual wreath, love it. I will have to add this to my to do list!

    Visiting from Coastal Charm.

    Reply
  27. ~Renee CreatingCottage says

    October 12, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    Thanks for posting. I love the new square look. I've always wanted to make one of these and now I think I can! Great job!

    Reply
  28. Holly Lefevre says

    October 13, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    This is so pretty! I just love that is it square and so different from other wreaths! Thanks for linking to tickled pink! Sharing this on FB!

    Reply
  29. Claire says

    October 15, 2011 at 4:41 PM

    Wanted to let you know I featured your wreath on my blog today!

    Reply
  30. Amy Gilman and Emily Lee (Sisters of the Wild West) says

    October 17, 2011 at 2:27 AM

    You are soo awesome. Love this!! Great JOB. The glitter REALLY makes this stand out for me!! Gonna be making some of these TONIGHT! We featured you today!

    Reply
  31. c.w.frosting says

    October 17, 2011 at 3:36 AM

    I love the touch of glitter! Visiting from Sister Sunday!

    -caroline @ c.w.frosting

    Reply
  32. Erin of Salvaged Whimsy says

    October 27, 2011 at 12:34 PM

    i love the look of this…great tutorial

    Reply
  33. The DIY Show Off says

    November 3, 2011 at 11:26 PM

    It's gorgeous, Jaime! I love book page wreaths. Still haven't done one but I love yours for inspiration. I'm including a link back in tomorrow's DIY Fall Festival highlights. 😉

    Roeshel

    Reply
  34. shellyandrade says

    November 16, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    I love your version on this wreath. I'm going to try and make one today, thanx for the inspiration!

    Shelly

    Reply
  35. WhisperWood Cottage says

    July 16, 2012 at 3:22 PM

    So clever, Jaime! Thanks for linking up to The Talent Scouting Party at WhisperWood Cottage!

    Reply

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