Have old books you no longer use and looking for upcycled crafts to make with them? This DIY book flower vase is the perfect project for you. It’s super easy to make and done with a few minutes. No need for special tools!

This folded book vase is perfect for displaying dried flowers, faux flowers, or paper flowers. If you’ve made crepe paper flowers, this is a great way to showcase them proudly. It is a very lovely home decor piece that’s sure to look beautiful in your space.

In this tutorial, I will show you how to turn an old book into a stunning flower vase. I know this project is not for everybody, especially for those who love books. If you plan on making this recycled craft, I suggest you use those really old books that you are willing to tear apart. If you don’t have old books, you can look around thrift stores or book stores in your neighborhood. I got this book from a clearance sale from our local book store at a very low price. Of course, I made sure to read the book before I made this craft.

How to Make Folded Book Page Vase
Creative Ideas and Variations
Crafting Tip
DIY Book Flower Vase Tutorial

How to Make Folded Book Page Vase

Learn how to make a vase from a book with this easy step-by-step tutorial.

Finding the middle
Open the book to its center. Find the middle of the page and draw a straight line.
Counting pages
Count 12 pages from the left and 12 pages from the right, then place a piece of paper as a marker on both sides.

Next, place a piece of cardboard at one of the marked spots to prevent your cutter from cutting through the other pages.
Cutting the paper
Cut the paper, using the line as the guide. Repeat on the other side.
Ripping the paper
Tear off the top part of the book.
Gluing the pages
Move all the cut pages to the right. Then count three pages and tape them together using double-sided tape.
Folding the pages
Add double-sided tape to the side of the top page, then fold it toward the middle.
Making the flower vase
Repeat step 6 for the remaining pages.
Decorating
The last thing you need to do is add the flowers.

Tools

ruler
paper cutter

Materials

old book
double sided tape
pencil
cardboard (optional)

Creative Ideas and Variations

This DIY home decor is perfect for rustic wedding decorations, parties with farm cottage or garden cottage aesthetic, or vintage-themed interior design.

If you find this DIY vase too simple, here are some ideas you can try:

Cut the pages in different heights to create variation.
Paint the pages in solid color or paint flowers.
Add embellishments like glitters, buttons, ribbons, or laces.

I styled the book using dried lavender flowers and paper flowers made from the cut-out pages. I’ll share a tutorial for that project soon in case you’d like to make it too.

Don’t be afraid to experiment with different flowers. Feel free to use flowers in any size, shape, and color.