What looks like lacquer is just a few coats of clear varnish, and what begins as an unremarkable piece of furniture becomes a bold, modern design statement. I had no idea how many different formulations there were. How to decorate a wood table with magazine pages home. Hello, here are some projects i have been working on to reduce my stack of book pages, pulled from books i have used as journal covers.
Step 5 continue working around the ornament until its totally covered with the paper and allow to dry. Imagine all the crafts you could make using this diy fabric. For a more vintagepaper look teastain the paper youre using. Decoupage tutorial with paper napkins napkin to book paper tutorialcard made using a paper napkin thumbs up if you loved this diy. Aside from being inexpensive, the art of decoupage is also fun and easy, and can be enjoyed by people of any age. Cool comic book crafts made with mod podge mod podge rocks. There are many paper options when youre planning to decoupage furniture. Assemble the book by stapling the pages to the cover along the fold line. Decoupage is a craft technique of affixing paper decorations to a hard surface with glue. If using fabric, make sure to pull the sides taut to avoid bubbles and wrinkles and, if applying paper, use a straight edge to squeeze out air pockets and flatten the surface. A trinket box, a waste bin and a coat hanger the good thing is that you can start off with a very simple project and many of the supplies could already be to hand. Book page daffodils these adorable book page daffodils would be a fun craft to welcome spring. How decoupage paper napkins to book pages mixed media.
Decoupaging paper napkins on the vintage book pages. One of the most terrific things about this type of craft is that it can be done both elegantly by adults and then also by kids to have fun. Decoupage a wall with vintage book pages how to make. I also want to answer a few questions i typically get when discussing the craft with those who dont have a lot of experience. For larger projects, you can also use wallpaper paste. But, for our purposes today, we are using decoupage on furniture. These shabby chic decoupage projects are fun to make. Especially old ones with faded covers or notes written in the margins. Here are unique 10 ideas youll have to try with your finished coloring sheets. Garden crafts recycled crafts turning clutter into creative homemade. How to make a decoupage bud vase with recycled book pages. Decoupage ideas for the kitchen home guides sf gate.
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. Book page holiday crafts using book pages gives your decor a whole new dimension. If you love sheet music as much as i do, here are 40 diy projects that you can create, too. You just add a coat of silicone on them to make the pages sewable. Decoupage bookshelf decoupage furniture, bookshelves. Decoupage boxes using book pages with images decoupage. Old, unreadable books dont want to waste anything good. By looking at a finished project, you would think this craft technique would be complicated, but it isnt.
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. For a more advanced book project, youll need book board or cardboard, glue and blank paper to create this accordionstyle book using your coloring page as the decorative cover. I love making projects with all the colored art ive created and this project is a quick one. Ensure the glue is dry before starting to varnish and leave the varnish to dry thoroughly between each coat. How to decoupage vintage book pages on furniture youtube. I decided to use the paper decoupage that i already had on hand. Use old book pages in crafts without destroying books old book. The process is relatively easythough a little messy. Only minimal supplies are needed to make these pretties. Oct 25, 2012 i chose book pages for the thanksgiving set and music pages for the christmas set, just to mix it up a bit. Its fun to hang on the door for almost every season or holiday. We used an old book for this decoupage project, but you could use any kind of paper that works with you decor. Book crafts to upcycle your old reads the spruce crafts. One of the simplest book craft ideas is to use the pages to decoupage something.
The introduction to this hefty volume shows numerous decoupage projects using the various mod podge products. Creative designs include victorian looks, animals, ladies, flowers and birds. This decoupage idea brings the vibrancy and beauty of coloring pages to your home decor. Easy and beautiful diy projects made with old books 2017. I will be using these to decorate and i am sure i will find some other fun and creative projects to use the books for. For a different look, consider tinting the book pages with a wash of color. I chose 2 similar color pallets of paper decoupage to use to cover the books. Anything from four to 15 coats may be needed depending on how thick the decoupage paper is and how smooth and durable a finish is required. You can use any adult coloring page to add intense splashes of color. Feb 24, 2015 decoupage tutorial with paper napkins napkin to book paper tutorialcard made using a paper napkin thumbs up if you loved this diy.
Though decoupage items may look like painted masterpieces, in reality, decoupage is all about adhering paper crafts or other mediums to a project is a seamless way. You may be surprised at how pretty your projects look, even on your first try. What appears to be a painted design is actually paper, glued in place. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Make flowers for garland, let the kids make a paper chain, wrap gifts, make envelopes and more. Look no further than these diy book crafts to help you give your. I am a fan of the vintage look but another reason why older book pages are appropriate for this sort of project is that they tend to be more porous. Start by layering the mod podge on the table and then placing pages strategically in the mod podge. For example, if youre decoupaging a dresser, you could cut long strips of wallpaper or tear smaller pieces of book pages. If youre a consistent reader here at cagw, you know that i am constantly posting sheet music crafts or diy projects. Tips, tricks, and advice for decoupage the spruce crafts. Decoupage is a craft technique of affixing paper decorations to a. Dec 20, 2018 there are many paper options when youre planning to decoupage furniture.
To avoid this, spray the paper with a print fixative first and allow to dry. When i noticed that, i had to put together a collection of the best decoupaged comic book crafts i could find, and here it is. If you love old books and the looks of aged pages, youll love this upcycling project. Sherri osborn is a freelance writer and author of several books on crafting. Jul 19, 2019 if you are thinking about using book pages as a decoupage paper, id say go for it. Some of the most visited projects on this site are comic book crafts. A lot of mod podge we used about a halfgallon for a 10by4 table a brush. The book told the history of mod podge and described all the products that arose after the initial formulation. More than 60 decorative projects using simple techniques. Bookcase decoupaged using pages from shakespeare plays, right. Dont let your adult coloring pages stay in the book use them to make something awesome. More than 60 decorative projects using simple techniques boswell, holly on.
See more ideas about book crafts, old books and book page crafts. Choose one that you like thicker papers are easier to work with if youre a beginner and then paint the piece in a coordinating color. They are great for decorating, scrapbooking, and package trim. The fibers just seem to accept the decoupage medium well with a minimum of wrinkles.
That simple glue and paper, attached to a surface such as a wood box, glass plate or even a ceiling fan can look so great. Jul 15, 2019 free full sheet vintage collage page printables for your decoupage projects. May 3, 2017 for those who love both books and crafty things. Then select a white surface to create your project. How to decoupage on wood furniture west magnolia charm. I chose book pages for the thanksgiving set and music pages for the christmas set, just to mix it up a bit. To achieve a finely lacquered finish you will need to sand lightly after a few layers of varnish. She has more than 15 years of experience writing about crafts. Use scissors or the craft knife to cut out the paper or fabric youre going to decoupage onto the furniture.
I just torn up an old book and decoupaged it right onto the. We earn a commission for products purchased through some links in this article. When i shop at thrift stores or garage sales, i always look for more sheet music so i can keep on creating. Choose an old book to use as the decoupaged paper on your trunk. See more ideas about diy projects, do it yourself projects and diy. I have found that the ink will bleed on some book pages from mass produced paperback novels and inkjet printer copies.
Apr 22, 2017 i am on a quest to use up an old dictionary. I have shared with you in the past few weeks the little projects that i have worked on for my spring mantel. So today i want to show you three simple decoupage projects to help you get started. In the future, cathy will be doing additional tutorials on using decoupage to create some beautiful, artistic and thrifty gifts for the holidays. Using just printouts of classic paintings, your own photographs, newspapers, or other patterns or media you find, you can easily create your own decoupage masterpiece. I love creating mixed media projects and coloring pages are a wonderful opportunity to mod podge coloring pages and turn them into decor for your home or gift giving. How decoupage paper napkins to book pages mixed media napkin. At that rate i will be making recycled book page projects for many more years. Coloring page decoupage easter eggs the country chic cottage. Make your own mod podge much cheaper for decor and craft projects. The lowness of this would make a perfect tv stand and the drawers would be great for storage, but the orange had to go. Perfectly destressed added decoupage a wall with vintage book pages to jane austens bedroom 12 aug 22. Pages from old hymn books rolled and ties with twin and placed in a vase, to create a unique home decor. Get started on your decoupage journey with these 50 unique decoupage ideas.
I cut a few straight strips of paper and then tore the remaining paper in random shapes. This was such an easy project because it was actually well painted. Weve gathered our best ideas for you to use in your home or to make as original, custom gifts for friends. Paper napkins to book pages mixed media napkin art project. All those fun flower coloring pages youve been coloring are perfect for making pretty decoupage easter eggs. With one side of the trunk facing you, overlap the edges of one book page on the metal trim of one corner. As i was looking for a wreath that would fit my shabby, cottage style.
Diy artist sketch decoupaged coffee table with gold legs. Decoupage started in france in the 17th century as the poor mans alternative to painted furniture. Foam brushes specifically let you get the best decoupage results, but simple cotton swabs can also be used. 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. Use up those coloring pages on a fun spring project.
I then began to decoupage the pieces of paper onto the glass bottle using a decoupage glue. Im sharing what i believe are the best bookpage crafts to try with you. Jen with 100 directions is back today sharing some coloring page decoupage easter eggs. Learn how to decorate an old table with book pages using mod podge to spruce up your home office. If you are thinking about using book pages as a decoupage paper, id say go for it. Instead of just using old books as they are, i wanted to add some color. Stretch your material over the wet decoupage glue and, with the same brush, apply a second light coat of decoupage over the surface of the material to seal it. Tissue paper, pages from old storybooks or magazines serve. Once you have mastered making paper flowers with old book pages, you. Book page and sheet music decoupaged coasters an oregon cottage. You will also need something to apply the glue or decoupage medium to the paper. Mar 15, 2017 jen with 100 directions is back today sharing some coloring page decoupage easter eggs. Dont forget to scroll down to the bottom of the page to get a video of the bird wall decor project i feature in action.
There are many outstanding decoupage artists that are doing amazing things with paper products. This quest may take me quite a few years, as each project i do, doesnt take enough book pages. Decoupage tutorial with paper napkins napkin to book paper tutorialcard. Book furnituredecoupage furniturepainted furniturebook craftscrafts to docreative bookshelvescool booksdecopagebook pages. Take an ordinary wooden tray and make it light up with this crazy coloring page decoupage. The decoupage hid the flaws on the dresser drawers beautifully. Here is how to add a unique decoupage finish to your craft projects using paper or fabric scraps and decoupage medium. Decoupage is a misleadingly easy craft to produce yourself. Step 4 apply the torn pages to the glass ornaments using the mod podge and the foam brush.
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