Book upcycle

While the thought of destroying a hardcover tome might make some book lovers squirm, there does come a time when an old, musty, or damaged book may have outlived its usefulness. While there's no sense in destroying truly rare and valuable books, for the run-of-the-mill old book, there are many ways to repurpose it. Here are just a handful of ideas.

From your nightstand to the thrift store, books can get out of hand. Thank goodness for amazing book crafts and projects like these!

This old discarded book made into a music box has been a thought rolling around in my head since my Music Box Project Class this year at the Club Scrap retreat. Finally it was time to put it together! AND glad I took the time! Now, this old book has become a cute little keepsake currently sitting on my coffee table. Also at Club Scrap, the Music Box Mechanism was available separately, so I had what I needed to get started. Crank it up and it plays "Fur Elise", love it! On the inside, I cut…

How to upcycle old and damaged books into Christmas gift bags

Express your creativity and love of reading with these unique DIY crafts with old books! Included are upcycled books crafts like a literal pocketbook, book knife block, book page roses, book plant holder, repurposed books coat rack and more!

Turn and old book into book crafts. Make a book page wreath, book art, book box, or just repurpose--these book craft ideas will inspire (and teach) you.

Learn how to turn any book into a beautiful homemade journal! DIY journals are fun to make and can even be a great handmade gift idea.

How to repurpose a book cover into a storage box with a yardstick and decoupage. Easy repurposed book cover tutorial by Girl in the Garage blog.

Not sure what to do with old books? This collection of amazing upcycling ideasis full of fantastic repurposed book projects and crafts.

Transform old books into charming decor with these Thrift Store Upcycled Book Makeovers. Easy, creative, and fun!