5.8.09

Repurposing Old Books


[Book vase tutorial from Sweet Paul; pictures and execution by me]

I bookmarked the tutorial from Sweet Paul awhile ago and decided to make it into a craft project for the kids at the library. So tonight I made my example. Behold! My demolished book turned into a vase. It took me about 20 minutes, and then another 30 to make one flower. I got lazy and stopped after that.

After I was done, I realized, hey. These would make cool centerpieces! If you're having a literary themed wedding, how fun would these be sitting in the middle of the table with a bunch of paper flowers? It'd take a long time to make...but it'd definitely be unique!

Definitely check out Sweet Paul for inspiration, it's chock full of recipes and craft.
Moo

6 comments:

honey my heart said...

sooo cute, mo! great work :) the flower is the cutest part.

The Less Than Domestic Goddess said...

How fun! I saw a similar project done for a wedding awhile back. I love the concept. It's so unique! You did a great job, by the way.

Mason said...

LOVES IT!!!

Susan @ www.peanutpetunia.blogspot.com

TracyZLesh @ Then I Got To Thinking said...

Oh my gosh!! what an amazing idea!

Mo said...

Thanks girls! Maybe I'll incorporate it into our decor. =)

The Professional Bridesmaid said...

Wow! Looks great! I would have given up within 5 mins.

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