I would not arbitrarily encourage someone to destroy books (you can read here about various ways to get rid of books you no longer want or need). However, if you’ve decided to get rid of some books and you want to create something new with them, there are some really awesome options. These would be great uses for books that are damaged, outdated, or otherwise unsuitable for passing along to others.
Ways to Reuse Books
- With the aid of basic sewing skills, fabric and premade handles can be added to the hardcover of a book to fashion a new handbag.
From curbly.com. - Simple brackets can be affixed to a wall and topped with books to make cute bookshelves.
From homedecor.sheknows.com. - Lamp components added to a stack of books with a hole drilled through them can be transformed into a unique lamp.
From junkmarketstyle.com. - Clock components can transform a timeless classic into a timepiece.
From sheknows.com. - Postcards can almost effortlessly be created out of the covers of paperback books.
From apartmenttherapy.com. - An e-reader can be given a “real book” feel by making an old hardback book into a cover for it.
From tablets.wonderhowto.com. - A delightful conversation piece can be created by crafting a planter out of two old books.
From lindycottagehill.blogspot.com.
You can find more ideas on OF THE HEARTH’s Pinterest page. What uses have you found for old books?
“book”shelves. Clever. I’m still wondering it you haven’t seen the proliferation of books in my house to be writing all this just for me. You give me a lot to think about
You should try some of these!
The book shelves are actually my favorite of those shown here. I wouldn’t mind having them in my living room (I love that the books are affixed to the wall in such a way that they aren’t damaged).