Hi everyone!
I always loved to make things myself and it feels
great to know that I made something pretty and useful with my own hands. I
probably have it from my father because he loves DIY as well (although he
rather makes terraces and bathrooms for our house rather than bookends :D) If
you are looking for something easy to start with, these bookend are great
because they are absolutely foolproof, so give them a try!
You need:
2 Wooden blocks
2 Animal sculptures (mine are
made of papier-mâché but you can even use toy animals)
1 Can of white spray paint
1 Can of copper spray paint
1 Glue
1 Big plastic bag
1 Scissor
Alert! Spray painting can be
addictive! I had a lot of spray paint left over and I went a little crazy with
it because it is so much fun! Now, the majority of my decoration is copper
coloured – but why not?
1. Cut the plastic bag open, so that you have some
protection for the ground you are working on.
2. Spray paint everything white (It is recommendable to
wash your hands before you touch your camera) and let it dry for about 30 min
3. Spray paint the animals with copper colour and the
blocks with another white layer and let it dry once again
4. Glue the animals on top of the blocks and let the glue
dry
5. Do you see the little twist I built in? I live in a
lovely but very tiny flat. So, I’m always looking for spaces to store small
bits and pieces. Those tiny things are usually lying around everywhere do not
necessarily make a flat look nicer. So, if you find a wooden box instead of a
wooden block, it will work as a secret storage space and keep your flat neater
effortlessly.
6. You are done already! Now, find a nice spot and enjoy
the feeling of making something that pretty yourself!
I hope you have fun with this
tutorial, especially when you live in a tiny flat!
All the best!
Stefanie
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