How To Make Your Own Decorative Books

Decorative books are a great way to add a touch of style and personality to your home. They can be used as a centerpiece on a coffee table, or displayed on a bookshelf or mantel. They're a great way to show off your favorite colors and patterns, and they can also be used to add a touch of height and dimension to a room. Best of all, they're easy to make! ## Materials You'll Need * Hardbound books (any size) * Fabric (enough to cover the books) * Mod Podge * Foam brush * Scissors * Ruler * Pencil * X-acto knife * Cutting mat * Decorative embellishments (optional) ## Instructions ### 1. Gather Your Materials The first step is to gather all of the materials you'll need. You can find most of these items at your local craft store. If you don't have any hardbound books on hand, you can usually find some at thrift stores or garage sales. ### 2. Prepare the Books Before you can start covering the books, you need to prepare them. This involves removing the dust jackets and any other covers. You also need to remove the pages from the books. You can do this by carefully cutting the binding with an X-acto knife. Once the pages are removed, you can discard them or recycle them. ### 3. Cut the Fabric Once the books are prepared, you need to cut the fabric to size. You'll need two pieces of fabric for each book. The first piece should be the same size as the front cover of the book. The second piece should be the same size as the back cover of the book. ### 4. Cover the Books Now it's time to cover the books with fabric. To do this, apply a thin layer of Mod Podge to the front cover of the book. Then, carefully place the piece of fabric over the Mod Podge. Smooth out the fabric with your fingers, making sure to remove any wrinkles or bubbles. Repeat this process with the back cover of the book. ### 5. Allow the Books to Dry Once the books are covered with fabric, you need to allow them to dry completely. This can take several hours, so be patient. Once the books are dry, you can add any decorative embellishments you like. You can use ribbon, beads, or even paint to create a unique and personalized look. ### 6. Display Your Books Once the books are completely dry, you can display them in your home. You can use them as a centerpiece on a coffee table, or display them on a bookshelf or mantel. They're a great way to add a touch of style and personality to any room.