Give New Life to Old Books

If spring cleaning left you with a pile of unwanted books, instead of tossing them out, try these crafts to extend their lifespans.

Say goodbye to fumbling with charging cords on night stands! With a little slicing and dicing, turn a hardcover favorite into a cellphone docking station.

 

 

If you are drill savvy, turn a stack of oldies into a new lamp base. Word to the wise, this is not for the first time DIY-er.

 

 

 

 

Perfect for a themed dinner, creating your own table runner from old pages is a conversation starter for sure!

 

 

This novel idea turns hardcover books into planters for small plants. Succulents and cacti are ideal because of how little water they require.

 

For those who love repetition, here’s a craft you can do while binge-watching your favorite series. Create a beautiful rose wreath by rolling the pages of old books into buds.