15 inexpensive and creative crafts to make with old books!
There’s little I love more than curling up with a good book (find a few of my favourites here), but once I’ve finished reading it, there’s no reason that pleasure and joy can’t continue.
Since reading The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up (read more about that journey here), we’ve worked hard to live a simpler, more clutter-free life. Which means that, instead of keeping shelves and shelves (and shelves) of books, I’m passing along any finished books for someone else to enjoy.
But every once in a while, the crafty, creative side of me takes over and I just can’t resist turning one of those beautiful books into fun little craft.
I’ve been pinning away all sorts of crafty book ideas for years now and thought it would be fun to pass along a few of my faves with y’all.
Who knew a collection of simple black and white text could look so beautiful!
Creative ways to upcycle old books
Wishing you SUCH a lovely day!
Lindsay @ The DIY Mommy says
These are so cute!! The garland is my favourite 🙂
Kristi says
Thank you so, so much Lindsay!
Cheryl says
Such great ideas! Would never have thought to use them as a chandelier!!
Kristi says
Thanks Cheryl! I’m definitely feeling inspired!!!
Stephanie says
I love these ideas. Something about book pages just relaxes you and gives you that cozy feeling. Adding to my Pinterest queue.
Kristi says
Thank you so much! I couldn’t agree more Stephanie!
Amanda Kolb says
So many fun projects and inspiration! Thank you for sharing at Merry Monday!!
Kristi says
Thanks so much Amanda!
thejohnsonplusdog says
These are really cute ideas. I love using book pages in my crafts!!
Kristi says
Thanks Chelsea!!!
Reuven Brody says
Inspiring ways to create something beautiful while recycling.
Kristi says
Thanks so much!
acraftymix says
These are all so lovely Kristi, I’m off to find some me some old books 😉
Kristi says
Oh good! I’m so happy you’re feeling inspired! Thanks so much!
Ananda says
I have seen scrapebooks made with old books. Stick you pics & stuff over the pages they make a lively background r put paperclay molds on the hardbacked books & paint & stack them up.
Kristi says
What great ideas! Thanks so much for sharing Amanda!
Trish Muir says
Fantastic ideas…… thank you.
Kristi says
So happy you enjoyed! Thanks Trish!
Seashell says
May I pls ask you how long do these decors last, how do you deal with the dust that settles on them?
Sherry Hart says
Love these!
Kristi says
Thank you!!! Happy crafting!