Double, double toil and trouble;
Fire burn and cauldron bubble....
Such a great quote from Macbeth that brings all things creepy, crawly and witchy to mind. Especially Halloween decorating.
Decorating for October and Halloween makes my heart so happy. Over the years I've collected a few items that help me turn my front room into a bit of a witches home.
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One thing a witch always has a is a good spellbook. Even Harry Potter had his own book of spells.
I'll share my fun project on how to make a DIY spellbook with you so you can add them to your collection.
The great thing about this project is you can find most of the materials either at a second hand store or at the dollar store. No need to spend tons of money.
Plus, you can make a big stack of DIY spellbooks and have fun displaying them around you house all season long.
DIY Spellbooks Tutorial
Materials Needed
- Hardback book - I found mine at the thrift store
- Mod Podge
- Brown Paint
- Black Paint
- Metallic Antique Gold
- Metallic Brown Paint
- Foam Brushes
- Dollar Store Skeletons or Bugs
- Paper Towels
- Hot Glue Gun and Hot Glue
Add Mod Podge to the front of the book cover. Use it liberally.
Place paper towel over the cover of the book and glue on the inside.
Step 3
I like to add my plastic toys to the first layer of paper towel. Apply with a glue gun.
Use a marker to draw wings on your skeleton.
Outline you design with the glue gun.
You can also add your design to the cover of your book before adding the paper towel. It is up to you.
Add additional layers of paper towel over your design. Tear your paper towel to give different textures or designs.
It is okay if the design colors still show through. You'll be painting over the paper towel.
Allow Mod Podge to dry completely.
Apply a layer of brown paint to the book to start. Allow to dry.
Use black paint and metallic brown paints to highlight the skeleton or hot glue design. This helps the book look older and a bit dingy. Dry completely.
Don't they look so great?!
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