These folded books are visually compelling and make for perfect unique gifts. Folded book art these book sculpture ornaments look like christmas decoration. Would you love to try out the art of book folding for yourself. Make sure the bottom of the sheet of paper is in line with the bottom of the book the word should be in the centre of the book, if it isnt then trim the bottom of the paper until it is and remember to trim the other pieces of paper the same. Purchase this product now and earn 4 pattern points. This folded book christmas tree is so easy to make and you do not need to buy anything. For design b and c, you only need about 20 pages because each page is folded upon itself many times making the final sculpture quite bulky. To make your folded paperback book tree a christmas tree, youll want to add a tree topper.
As it turns out they are also, while time consuming, easy to make. Stand back and admire your folded paperback book tree. If you want a custom pattern you can purchase one here and i will create it for you place the template in the book behind the first page that you want to fold. Firstly a huge thank you for the lovely comments about harrys playroom and the book nook. Oct 23, 2019 hand made christmas decorations are so beautiful. If you are looking for inspirational and imaginative suggestions or would simply like to see some gorgeous examples of folded book art, our article is a great place to start. These foldedbook art sculptures are stunning and represent the ultimate gift for almost any occasion. December pine tree folded book pattern heather eddy. I made full christmas trees and discarded the rest of the book that i didnt need last year. Christmas and holidays book folding pattern pack 15 folded book patterns. The christmas title on the spine of the book adds a great touch to this christmas card display. The original book cover makes a great touch but you can also customize yours with painted wood or trim around all 4 sides of the base. Folded book art paper book paper art up book old book pages how to make christmas tree christmas trees christmas crafts magazine deco this beautifully altered book from the salvation army, reclaimed and reconstructed in to a sunday afternoon carousel ride hangs with a plate hanger on the wall or a book holder for on a shelf. Dec 05, 2018 so now you have a beautiful folded book christmas tree that would be great to use as a table centrepiece for christmas day.
Ink the top part of the tree green and the trunks brown. Once you know how our method works, you can fold any pattern from our website you like. I have made 2 to sit on my mantelpiece over the festive season. How to make folded book art easier using your computer. How to make a christmas tree with folded book pages.
Folded book art easy to use bookfolding patterns for beginners. How to make trees or christmas trees from paperback books. Do you enjoy the excitement of a new craft project. Folded book art traditional style christmas tree with base ideal for a table centre piece or gift. Book folding diy how to fold an easy christmas tree youtube. In just a few hours, you can transform a book into a sculpture that you and your loved ones will cherish for years to come. I made a few folded book art christmas trees from preloved books last year. So now you have a beautiful folded book christmas tree that would be great to use as a table centrepiece for christmas day. What could be nicer than an angel made from an old book.
To recycle your books and transform them into something really special, weve made a collection of 10 aweinspiring book folding patterns that all book lovers will appreciate. We carefully fold each page of a book and handcraft it into a beautiful piece of art. Find book folding patterns by page number, book height, designer, category and fold method. Keep those pages of words alive and send them as gifts as they fold flat for ease of. Easy to use diy book folding patterns to create your own pieces of folded book art. In various places, i saw those beautiful folded book art pieces like in these instructables. The cover was torn and it was a rather trashy book, so no harm done. Book christmas tree christmas tree themes christmas crafts book folding tutorial book folding patterns old book crafts recycled books magazine crafts natal diy. Folded book art pattern merry christmas folded book.
These folded book art sculptures are stunning and represent the ultimate gift for almost any occasion. Folded book art to give as unique wedding gifts for the couple that have everything by folded book art. This is a very simple and inexpensive decoration that can be done by almost any. Jan 26, 20 diy tutorial for folded book art patterns for 6 different book sculptures. This year, ive been making christmas trees by folding the pages of old books and magazines. They were a big hit and ill be making some more this year. Have you seen some of those folded book artsculptures on etsy they are so beautiful and make the perfect gift. A great little project to get you into the new and exciting book folding. Diy tutorial folded book art pattern, folded book art, diy book. Since it was a really hard task to find 10 free book folding patterns, weve included some patterns you can find with some extra price. A result visually very successful with many examples that are also for sale. I love u folded book artfolded book ideashandmade gift for long distance relationshipsboyfriend birthday giftwedding anniversary presentationlovable remembrance for loved onebook of love.
October 7, 2019 the process of creating a folded book in six images. Download the pattern here and print it out at full size this will be on three separate sheets of paper. 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. We have selected 85 amazing images that offer an insightful look into the delicate and beautiful world of. The weekend before last my sister taught a class on how to make these and how to book fold and how to transform an old, outofdate book into something wonderful. The folded book art seemed to capture a few imaginations, so this week heres a mini tutorial on how i made the various books above and below, using a pile of 20p junk shop books. One book was found on top of a trash can filled recyclable materials. Paper christmas tree folding book art christmas tree decoupage. Whether you are celebrating a sweet 16 birthday or a 50th anniversary, these books will make a statement which no one can ignore. How to make folded paperback book christmas trees a.
Folded book angel, full tutorial christines crafts. These will look good on bookshelves or fillout a bedroom mantel. How to make folded paperback book christmas trees a tutorial. You can follow me on there too for lots more great craft ideas and tutorials at christines crafts. Nov 30, 2017 in this video i show you how you can book fold a christmas tree. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Sep 10, 2019 this year, ive been making christmas trees by folding the pages of old books and magazines. Folded book art resource enables users to step into the art of book folding. I have seen some versions of this project where the amount of pages needed is cut off the book, then the pages are folded, but i prefer to keep the book whole and cut the folded pages off after i have enough folded pages. If you are making christmas decorations then take a look at some of my other christmas tutorials.
This christmas tree can be folded by novices or with children as a craft project. The folded book art seemed to capture a few imaginations, so this week heres a mini tutorial on how i made the various books above and below, using a. How to make a folded book tree for christmas youtube. Unterstutze kleinunternehmen, indem du durch unsere auswahl an folded book art stoberst. You can easily make a tree in less than 30 minutes.
In this video i show you how you can book fold a christmas tree. Use a hardback book of your own choice to make your own piece of folded book art. This pattern is for the word mum and requires at least 402 pages in the book 201 folds. Folded book art christmas tree book art christmas, book. A typical soft cover book of at least 200 pages makes a nice, full tree.
Shop our selection of designs or have a custom piece created just for you. Folding technique for the production of christmas trees from paperbacks. These folded book art christmas trees are really easy to make and look lovely on a mantlepiece or standing on the hearth next to a glowing fire. Boston creative company llc folded book art stunning word pattern folded book art love pattern paper for him or her date unique birthday gift wedding decoration 6 numbers love. We are all passionate about the art of book folding. Make a paperback christmas tree this decorative folded paperback christmas tree made from a paperback book is super cute, easy to make, and affordable.
They were for the charity shop where i volunteer in the book department. This folded book art pattern forms the words merry christmas. Folded book art bookfolding patterns for beginners. We have selected 85 amazing images that offer an insightful look into the delicate and beautiful world of folded book art. Create your own piece of folded book art with our complete and beginner friendly starter kit. A folded book angel is virtually free to make and as a result you can make loads of them if you want to. Place the template in the book behind the first page that you want to fold. My folded book patterns are ideal for paper crafters to create their very own piece of artwork within the pages of their favorite novel. Its even a great craft to do with your kids, although i recommend letting an adult do the cutting with the exacto knife. Folded book art pattern merry christmas folded book art. Great and unique self made gifts for an anniversary or wedding. Diy book upcyclingoh christmas tree, oh christmas tree. How to make trees or christmas trees out of paperback books. In order for them to be functional, the books need to be small and light weight.
Folded book art to give as unique wedding gifts for the couple that have everything. I did this video for jayne booth i hope this helps you with your early christmas folding. Online there are methods for using photoshop to create your own template, but i felt like there would be an easier way. How to book fold simple tutorial doodle and stitch. Boston creative company folded book art the coolest. Bookarthowtofoldabookintoaword, foldedbookartbestmostcleartutorialavailable and as i am an avid reader and love books, paper and art. Book folding diy how to fold an easy christmas tree.
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