BEAUTY. Second-Hand Books as Wedding Favors. Posted on August 15, 2012 by Christina I love the idea of giving books as wedding favors.
However, this could get expensive if you are having more than a handful of guests. Unless, of course, you buy them second-hand! Garage sale season is in full throttle, which means that now is the perfect time to stock up on gently used books. Book favors are perfect for weddings with a literary or library theme – but you don’t need a theme to make them the ideal favor for your wedding. As far as choosing your books, why not pick some of your favorite reads or books that on your own wishlist? I love the personalized bookmarks that come with these books. I adore how this bride grouped the books with ribbon. The tartan ribbon is perfect! These book favors are so elegantly wrapped.
This bride gave felt flower bookmarks with each book. Why not make pinwheels out of children’s book pages to give as bookmarks? Most favorited all-time. Tutorials. If you haven’t yet taken a peek at the new Dark Fairytale series, you’re in for a treat!
Urban Threadsters in particular seem to love their myth, lore, and legend, and also seem to share a love of books. And who doesn’t love books? Though, I will be honest, every time I go into a used bookstore I’m secretly hoping to come across a copy of the Necronomicon with an old, tattered leather cover with intricate engravings and spooky designs. I usually leave with a beat-up copy of a mystery novel. Nice, but never quite what I’m after. Part of the beauty in some books is simply how they look, and if we can’t find them that way, we’ll make 'em! DIY Faux Metal Lace Cuff. Ahhh September fashion issue...
I do love you and your 'two-inch-thick-ad-section-before-you-even-get-to-the-table-of-contents'. Lately I am loving the metal lace cuff bracelets that are showing up here and there. One such designer of these cuffs is Aurelie Bidermann. Her wares sell @ Bloomingdales, Barneys and Net-a-porter. All way way wayyyyy out of my price range. ouch!
Here is my version. Tips & Pointers: I picked up some lace trim at Hobby Lobby, all the rest of the supplies I had around the house. Hope the week is shaping up well for you guys. Thanks for stopping by.
Fabric Bowl with Mod Podge. These cheerful fabric bowls are endlessly customizable and incredibly useful.
Make a small one to catch your keys at the door, a larger one for jewelry and an in-between bowl that’s just the right size to corral your yarn while knitting. Perfect as gifts, these are simple enough for the kids to lend a hand as well. Things you’ll need: Lightweight fabric cut into 2-inch wide strips- two different patterns Bowl Plastic wrapMod Podge Disposable containerFoam brush Bias tapeCraft glueScissors Things to do: 1. Cover your bowl entirely with plastic wrap. 2. 4. 5. 6. 8. This Project Uses These Product(s)
25 Handmade Gifts Under $5. If your gift list is long and your budget is small here are some great Handmade Gifts that you can make.
Keep in mind that handmade items are not just beautiful but special… I love to give them and I love to receive them. In my opinion they are the best! Jersey Knit Bracelet Lovely! This would make a perfect gift for any of your girlfriends. You can choose the colors and recycle t-shirts that you have around the house. Cheap and cute! Tutorial Paper Clip Earrings Tutorial This is a brilliant idea… and the possibilities are endless. Love it! Printed Candles Who doesn’t love a candle? Think about how many different stamps you could use to customize this project. tutorial Hot Chocolate Art! What a great gift for neighbors and teachers… I am personally a hot chocolate lover so this would make a great gift for me tutorial Tile Coaster You can buy these plain tiles at Home Depot for under a dollar.