![]() Fold the burlap over the top and bottom edges of the book, as shown (#1 and 2), and press the burlap to adhere to the inside of the book. Roll Mod Podge along the inside edges of the book cover, about the width of the excess burlap.Ĩ. Cut the burlap on the diagonal at the points of each book corner as shown above.ħ. Cut two slits in the excess burlap on either side of the book’s spineĦ. This is optional but really cut down on drying time.ĥ. I use a small fan to dry the Mod Podge faster. The outside of the book is now covered with burlap.Ĥ. Fold the burlap over the book pressing firmly. Mod Podge the book’s spine and the book cover’s back side using # 2 instructions. ![]() Put the Mod Podged side of the book down on the burlap making sure there are 2 inches of extra burlap on all sides of the book. Cover the book with Mod Podge using a foam roller or brush.ģ. BURLAP- cut 2 inches longer than the book on all sidesĢ. Pour a tiny, small pool of Mod Podge (not too much… you can always add more) onto the cover of a book.Just think how incredible your books could look!!! Let’s get started! If burlap is not your “thing” try linen or other decorator fabric that works with your decor. I’m now covering books I use because after making a couple of these burlap-y books, I can cover them without messing up the book itself! Let’s get crafty and create burlap book covers!īurlap covered books literally litter my home! I use them as risers in vignettes and as a neutral, textural background for my decor. These books are so upscale and work wonderfully to enhance everyday decor!īooks can now look uniform and neat and very very chic! Once you cover a book or two you will be hooked! It does get quite addictive. I have a love for books! And I have way too many! Today’s post is all about using unwanted books to create fabulous, permanent, burlap-covered books!
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