Inexpensive Halloween Books

Inexpensive Halloween Books!

I love to decorate for Halloween but hate the high costs of many of the cute items, so I look for things to make cheaply. I recently shared my Decorative Stacked Pumpkins that I made from inexpensive plastic ones.

Today I want to share my Witch's Books. Of course a witch needs to have a book full of her spells, right? 

Not only was this an easy project, it was free! 

Here is the tutorial:
1. Gather your books. I had some old books that I use the pages for projects. If you don't have any books, you can pick them up rather cheaply at garage sales, thrift stores or flea markets.

2. Next I painted them black. I just used what I had on hand.

I had to put a second coat on one of the books. I tried to sand them a little, but it didn't do much.

3. Now it is time to write the words on the books. I just wrote the words freehand. 

I used this dimensional fabric paint that I had on hand. You can get it at craft stores. You could use regular paint, but I wanted some depth to the letters. I let it dry over night to make sure it was dry.

4. On one of the books, I took a fine paint brush and outlined the letters in black. 

5. Add in some additional decor. Last year I made about 10-12 potion bottles. They were so nice but I did not have time to post about them. I put them away and for the life of me I have no idea where I put them. 

I have looked everywhere, so I made up a couple new ones. That is so frustrating. Oh well, maybe next year.

Well, another inexpensive Halloween idea. Hope you  find some inspiration. 

You might also like my Fall Acorns from plastic Easter eggs.

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