Scrumptious Bookish Crafts. Recently the lovely blog Candid Cover published a post about hosting a Book Swap Party which I immediately saved under ‘one day when I can get enough bookish friends together’. Β It got me thinking about what crafts we could make during the party which lead to hours online literally drooling over beautiful bookish craft possibilities.
A list of bookish crafts that I would love to make
If you’re planning a Book Swap Party, thinking of making a gift for a bookish friend or just want something fun to do during the holidays then take a visit to these brilliant crafters for the instructions to make these scrumptious bookish crafts.

Leather book necklaces and key chains by Art By Wendy
Glass Map Necklace by Adrianne at Happy Hour Projects
Book Page Roses by Twigg Studio
Book Page Roses can be found at: http://www.twiggstudios.com/2011/11/book-page-roses-tutorial/
NB: Please note the above URL is not SSL certified and crushingcinders.com is not liable for any related privacy issues that may occur on the Twigg Studio website.
Altered Book Journals by Phizzy Chick
Recycled Book Page Bird Ornament by Stephanie Lynn
Recycled Book Page Bird Ornament can be found at http://www.bystephanielynn.com/2010/08/recycled-book-page-bird-ornament-no-2.html
NB: Please note the above URL is not SSL certified and crushingcinders.com is not liable for any related privacy issues that may occur on the Stephanie Lynn website.
5 Pointed Origami Star by Homemade Gifts Made Easy
Paper Garlands by Project Wedding
Paper Garlands can be found at https://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-ideas
NB: Please note the above URL is not SSL certified and crushingcinders.com is not liable for any related privacy issues that may occur on the Project Wedding website.
Zipper Book Clutch by See Kate Sew
Bookish Jewelry BoxΒ byΒ Sincerely Kinsey
Bookish Jewelry Box can be found atΒ http://www.sincerelykinsey.com/2012/03/jewelry-box-diy.html
NB: Please note the above URL is not SSL certified and crushingcinders.com is not liable for any related privacy issues that may occur on the Sincerely Kinsey website.
Rolled Paper Flower Wreath by Stephanie Lynn
Rolled Paper Flower Wreath can be found at https://www.bystephanielynn.com/2010/11/diy-faux-curled-rosewood-wreath-made-from-rolled-recycled-book-pages.html
NB: Please note the above URL is not SSL certified and crushingcinders.com is not liable for any related privacy issues that may occur on the Stephanie Lynn website.
I haven’t made any of these yet, but I would like to get stuck right in – once I’ve made up my mind which one to start with!
Do you make bookish creations? Any advice? Which one would you start with?
Top Ten Tuesday was created by The Broke and the Bookish atΒ http://www.brokeandbookish.com/p/top-ten-tuesday-other-features.html
NB: Please note the Broke and the Bookish URL is not SSL certified and crushingcinders.com is not liable for any related privacy issues that may occur on their website.
Brittany
I am in no way crafty. So whenever I see bookish stuff like this I get jealous. But I guess that’s what etsy is for.
crushingcinders
I love Etsy!
Stephanie@Fairday's Blog
These look so fun. I love so many of them. I really love the book necklace and the ornament. I might even be inspired to try one of these this summer- and I am usually not crafty. Thanks for sharing. π
crushingcinders
Happy summer & thanks for visiting.
Mallory @ The Local Muse
I love the way these look, but I find it so difficult to cut up a book! Especially old ones as they have survived so much! These would make awesome classroom decorations for my English classroom when I graduate college.
Thanks for stopping by The Local Muse
crushingcinders
LOL It isn’t easy to get over the guilt of cutting up a book but I try to see it as extending it’s life… kind of like a tree extends it’s life when it becomes paper π
Alicia @ A Kernel of Nonsense
Oh my goodness, these are so lovely. I envy those who have the patience and skill to make such wonderful crafts. Hope you get a chance to do these!
Lauren Helms
Yeah…I would love to make all of that. But I’m not crafty. I love the Zipper Book Clutch though.
crushingcinders
I love it too but I really don’t like sewing! I hope I can persuade someone to make one for me π
Suzanne
These are so cool. I wish I was crafty enough to do something like this. I especially love that wreath and the cute keychains.
Angelina
Oh my gosh these are ADORABLE ^-^ I don’t wear jewelry but I sure do love those necklaces! They all look like they’re fun to make!
Jo
Wow these are really cute! I love the book roses!
Curious Daisy (@curious_daisy)
I need all of these in my life. Especially the first necklace π Happy reading! https://www.curious-daisy.com/top-ten-tuesday/ten-booktubers-you-should-follow/
Literary Feline
If only I was crafty! These are all so neat. I have a pair of earrings that were made using clippings from Agatha Christie books. And a necklace made of a Pride and Prejudice quote. Etsy is such a wonderful place. I love those Leather book necklaces you shared.
crushingcinders
Etsy is amazing! Such beautiful things to buy.
Olivia @ The Candid Cover
It is amazing how many bookish crafts exist! I am going to have to save that bookish jewelry box for a day that I need a relaxing afternoon craft. Thank you so much for the mention. <3
crushingcinders
Thank you for the inspiration and for visiting. Happy summer.
Kate @ booksaremyfavouriteandbest
I am the least crafty person you could imagine which means I admire anyone with any craft ability! I love those paper stars and garlands (might get my crafty daughter to make me some!).
crushingcinders
I hope she takes up the challenge!
Chrissi Reads
Wow! What beautiful bookish gifts! I’m sure any bookworm would love these.
Rissi
What a neat topic, Sue. Those book roses are absolutely gorgeous! What a fun time all of us would have crafting some of these cute ideas. π
crushingcinders
Thank you! It’s going to be a busy summer π