A rolled paper rectangular wreath.
Old paperback books made into Fall decor.
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.
Korrie@RedHenHome says
October 4, 2011 at 2:21 PMLove the shape! this is really cute.
Lesley says
October 4, 2011 at 2:27 PMOkay….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.
T.@WhatWeKeep says
October 4, 2011 at 2:33 PMWow, this is different! I really like how the pages were naturally aged. I'll have to try this one day.
~Tina
Clydia says
October 4, 2011 at 2:49 PMLove it! Most definitely going to snag this idea. š
cmoh says
October 4, 2011 at 5:04 PMFabulous. 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 š
Caroline
Newly Mrs. D says
October 4, 2011 at 5:44 PMThis is soo pretty! WOW!!! What a gret tutorial thanks!
Carmella says
October 4, 2011 at 6:07 PMSo pretty! My old books are looking a little scared now š
Cassie @ Primitive & Proper says
October 4, 2011 at 6:29 PMit looks awesome! i love the square shape of it!
Erin {Lavender and Lemon Drops} says
October 6, 2011 at 5:34 AMAwesome! Love the square book wreath idea! Great job š
Robin says
October 6, 2011 at 1:14 PMAmazing! I love the square shape. It goes so perfectly with the rest of your decor.
Stephanie says
October 7, 2011 at 12:25 AMThis is so fun! I love the rectangular shape and the glitter!
Jessa Smith says
October 7, 2011 at 2:43 AMI love this! This is so creative and I love the glitter!
~Jessa
http://www.jessajill.blogspot.com
Patricia Torres says
October 7, 2011 at 4:00 AMoh gosh!! stunning..
Amy at Ameroonie Designs says
October 7, 2011 at 4:00 AMBeautiful. I love the glitter, the shape, everything.
xoxo,
Amy
Janny says
October 7, 2011 at 3:46 PMThis is so original. I've never seen anything like it. What a great idea!
Jill @Two Yellow Birds Decor says
October 8, 2011 at 8:15 PMSo Cute!! I absolutely love it! I love how you put the glitter on!!
Jill
twoyellowbirdsdecor.blogspot.com
Claire says
October 9, 2011 at 8:26 PMWhat a cool idea-love the glitter too!
Christina says
October 10, 2011 at 3:08 AMWhat a great idea!
Thank you for a fabulous tutorial!
xo
Carol says
October 10, 2011 at 3:37 AMLove 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 š
Thanks for sharing!!!!
Leigh says
October 10, 2011 at 4:59 PMEverything about this is lovely! I love the whole set up with the broom. I am now following you! š
janet says
October 10, 2011 at 7:48 PMJaime..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/
Honey at 2805 says
October 11, 2011 at 12:44 AMYour square wreath is adorable! I like the glittered edges!
Decor & Harmony @ 4290 says
October 11, 2011 at 12:34 PMI love the shape by far my favorite wreath š The glitter is such a great idea too! Stop by for a blog visit, I'm your newest follower.
Miss Kitty says
October 11, 2011 at 1:12 PMThanks for the GREAT tutorial on how to make this beautiful wreath! I saw your post over at "Carolyn's Homework" link party.
Tamsyn says
October 12, 2011 at 6:28 AMI love this! I've never seen any other wreath like it.
Tina says
October 12, 2011 at 3:30 PMThis is a great and unusual wreath, love it. I will have to add this to my to do list!
Visiting from Coastal Charm.
~Renee CreatingCottage says
October 12, 2011 at 3:53 PMThanks 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!
Holly Lefevre says
October 13, 2011 at 6:43 PMThis 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!
Claire says
October 15, 2011 at 4:41 PMWanted to let you know I featured your wreath on my blog today!
Amy Gilman and Emily Lee (Sisters of the Wild West) says
October 17, 2011 at 2:27 AMYou 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!
c.w.frosting says
October 17, 2011 at 3:36 AMI love the touch of glitter! Visiting from Sister Sunday!
-caroline @ c.w.frosting
Erin of Salvaged Whimsy says
October 27, 2011 at 12:34 PMi love the look of this…great tutorial
The DIY Show Off says
November 3, 2011 at 11:26 PMIt'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. š
Roeshel
shellyandrade says
November 16, 2011 at 3:00 PMI love your version on this wreath. I'm going to try and make one today, thanx for the inspiration!
Shelly
WhisperWood Cottage says
July 16, 2012 at 3:22 PMSo clever, Jaime! Thanks for linking up to The Talent Scouting Party at WhisperWood Cottage!