LOOK what I do with this Hardcover BOOK | $5 DOLLAR TREE DIY

[@YayasWhimsicalBrush]

That is so crazy! That book brought back such great memories! Thank you! We used to go to the beach every weekend during the summer at CORONA DEL MAR! I would even play hookie from Robertshaw to go to the beach. I live in Colorado now. It is going to be a high of -2° today! Thank you again, Kelly!

[@LifeIsMessyImLearningAsIGrow]

This is such a clever idea! My husband is a English teacher. I’m gonna make this to decorate his classroom. Thank you for teaching me something new!

[@jackiepearson5505]

I know I watched this video sometime ago, but memory is slipping. It was fun to watch again. Since I've developed limited movement this type of project gives me something I can do. Thank you

[@carolyngallagher8391]

Wow I love this. I’m going to try it ⛄️❄️☃️❄️

[@midgethorn4083]

Impressed how well you painted the inside edge! Very steady hand!

[@pambryant5818]

So different and beautiful. I got the word hope from pieces of metal for my breast cancer. I can’t wait to make this.

[@lizmullen6232]

super cute project! You got my mind thinking....I'm thinking christmas!

[@annerohrbacker6097]

That is SO VERY COOL...WOW!!! 🤯🤯🤯

[@lorieennis-piklula9567]

You explain the details in a way that doesn't assume any particular level of experience in crafting. I'm sure other Newbies are just as grateful as I am that you teach with such kind thoughtfulness . The added computer tricks and your directives in where to find helps along the way is so so appreciated. Indeed your projects are "stinkin cute" and YOU are "stinkin precious!" Thank you sweet friend.

[@wandabrown-hamlin3050]

I love that you take inexpensive items and create absolutely beautiful pieces! As a teacher, these ideas come in handy when my kids make Mother's Day crafts!!!

[@domarigavjusmom]

This is definitely an oldie, but a goodie!! I love this and it is definitely customizable for any decor or word.

[@pinkykaur8760]

I just loved the way you get excited to show us what you can create with dollars tree stuff! Thank you 😊 you are very creative ⭐️

[@Dixiecharm01]

I really enjoy your videos, but I'd really appreciate it if you showed the finished product FIRST. It's much easier to follow that way, especially with some of the longer and more elaborate instructions. Thank you for taking so much time out of your day and putting so much effort into helping all of us learn how to make these wonderful projects!

[@hopebuckley2126]

Dixiecharm01 I soooo agree I just wouldn’t make this and I should have fast forwarded

[@joanbelmont5450]

Dixiecharm01 too much fluff for nothing.

[@gmjones7537]

Just go to the end of the vid to see the final product, then restart if you like it. That also helps me "get" the process a bit easier.

[@BootsieSweettarts]

I make craft videos and others but I had been wondering if I should show the finished project at the beginning. Thanks for answering that question. It takes a bit more planning but it does seem a good idea. 😊

[@WilmaVoermans]

I agree Its easyer when the endproduct photo comes first, but he.....so easy also to click to the end and than begin...

[@joannerios7034]

This is a fantastic craft! The cost is even better! Most people have books on hand that could be used to make this too. You are so great at what you do. Thank you Kelly for bringing some joy during this difficult year.

[@neldahargo29]

I inherited a set of encyclopedia from the 70's so I have 24 perfectly matched books with gold colored page edges. I can have a lot of fun now.

[@dejatheeempath985]

nooooooooo! not the encyclopedias!!! 😭😭😭

[@yogaqueen1527]

Why ruin them?

[@1215mdpc]

I had to stop and make a comment. Your videos and instructions are incredible! Let explain how awesome you are....I have a special needs daughter that graduated last year. There is not a lot for special need adults to do. I am always looking for stuff to keep her busy. First of all, you explain things so clear and simple ( wish you were my college professor!) Second your music is always so soothing which helps when trying to keep the attention and control the speed that a special needs person is dealing with. Third, your cost of the project is so reasonable and whatever is not used can go towards another project. Fourth she loves blessing people with gifts- what you show makes it possible. Fifth, it gives her so much pride. Thank you for your time skill and willingness to share!

[@darlenemahaven4794]

That is so awesome. I’m thinking about making it for our school to raffle off for our band.

[@monicasmith3167]

This is Beautiful! Love it!!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@valindacrosby4716]

So cute 😃

[@megself7945]

Incredible! You find so many interesting techniques for your DYI's. Each one is that which I've never seen before.

[@pamelabrand5210]

I was clueless to what you were turning these books into! You have such amazing ideas!! I dont have much space for such a large finished project like you did, but I think I could narrow it down to our last name initial and maybe put some florals on the opposite page! Yup...that's what I'm gonna do!! Thanks again Kelly! Hugs! 💖

[@vickiemorgan7611]

Wow.. how amazing I had no idea what you were going to surprise us with.. this is a beautiful decore that would look beautiful anywhere.. keep bringing us your GREAT IDEAS.

[@luvsdvds]

@Pamela Brand ~~ One way to use just one book would be to do smaller letters so you can fit two on each page???? Or... you could do two rows of letters on the pages. I am just brainstorming here. :)

[@lorimaeder1245]

This.is such a simple and elegant idea. Thank you ♥️♥️♥️

[@LaurieMahmet]

I LOVE DIYs with old books! This is awesome! I will try it!

[@vickiephippshunt2778]

Local library is the best place to buy books. Supports your local library.

[@Marqaisa]

Or Goodwill or Salvation Army

[@vickiephippshunt2778]

@@Marqaisa Goodwill is a ripoff and treats their employees horribly.

[@susieinthecountry4434]

also a better idea donate books to the library.

[@Grace2Hope]

I buy used books at the library for 25 cents.

[@Jennifr1966]

@@vickiephippshunt2778 that's so disappointing to hear!

[@valeriaweekes5799]

I love this! There are so many options with this craft.

[@NicoleFoti]

Ahhh! What a cute idea! The dollar tree is just filled with gems

[@59thanks61]

Living the "Crafted Life" you go on girl, I ain't mad at ya! 💝💟💖💙 👍 😊😊

[@billiejeanbeechey-murray9689]

You are absolutely cute as a button I love your voice and your DIYs your videos are so inspirational

[@debbienix5790]

This is really great! I wouldn't have thought of it but now I have plenty of .".

[@1129richelle]

So stinkin cute!!!!!!!! My hubby loves books and we have been talking about building a library! This could be the ultimate encouragement!!! Love you! Love your ideas! Been watching you for over a year now...😀😍

[@lindahh798]

Just beautiful!

[@staciebuzzetti-angrove7645]

this is my FAVORITE channel!! I totally digg all of the different projects and the fact that its mostly all Dollar Tree stuff makes it even better!! Great way to get my crafting fix without spending a ton of money!!

[@bettysumey1456]

Dearly love this!!!!

[@elainehaney5304]

Awesome So darn cute. Love your idea's

[@UshaMorrisonChannel]

I think I'm going to make at least one of these decorative book thingys.Thanks!😍😘

[@loraineswwworld]

Lol i liked it better when I thought it said “ho”

[@joanwiebe3654]

Very Unique!! You always have great ideas!! You’ve been a You Tuber for awhile - I’ve only been watching for a little over a year - but wow - people are brutal! Constructive criticism is one thing but to deconstruct on a channel is out right rude. “If you can’t say something nice, don’t say anything at all.” - needs to be remembered! Just wanted to post some love & support! Hugs ♥️

[@WeazelNewsLucid]

Cute idea.. just as a precaution... read the pages you want facing out BEFORE doing this project. 13:03

[@tjellis1024]

Oh my! 😱 She might need to consider placing a flower embellishment in that spot! 😉

[@MJ-hd7nr]

Lol! Wow! How on earth did you notice that!

[@pm-r6136]

Aw!! Too cute!!!

[@donnabankstahl2457]

So clever and just too stinking cute😘

[@brendahenderson862]

I love all your videos and this one is right up there on top. Great and clever idea. I have a whole lot of old books so I’m thinking of words already

[@sherry9284]

Awwwe, isn’t that just adorable, what a lovely idea. I really like that, so nice. 🥰 Thank you Mrs. Kelly 😊

[@bethh7619]

I love book crafts. I sometimes go to the end of the videos to see the outcome and than come back to beginning to watch how to do it. People have to remember if she showed the project first she wouldn’t have half the audience.

[@masked_gaming7639]

Giving as a gift for my friend named....HOPE. Thanks for sharing, Kelly.

[@garbostyle1]

Not my cup of tea but gave it a thumbs up to help it reach more people who may like it.

[@janiesweeney8272]

Kelly, your diy's are so great! I always look forward to watching!

[@AnnieWarbux]

If ever you want other options for books to repurpose you could try a resale shop or a local library book sale. Libraries sell books dirt cheap!

[@darniataylor7749]

This would be great open house decor! Done in the graduates school colors, it would look great.

[@gloriasalinas8571]

Totally amazing I love it!!!!!! Be Blessed

[@marywilliams1952]

👍👍I 🤗READY DID ENJOYED👍 UR VIDEOS💻, 👍LOVE IT👍 ,🌟THANKS U🌟 FOR SHARING🌟, 📿GOD BLESS U 📿ALWAYS📿

[@donnaleeclubb119]

I am always looking for ways to repurpose books such as Encyclopedias which are of no longer any use. This is not something I would do, but I am happy that you put forth this project and hope you will have others using books that are no longer of any use.

[@rosemarypetrongelli1384]

Kelly, hi a very nice diy, using a book from dollar tree very ingenious and yes so amazing craft idea.thank you for sharing with us.👍👍❤️❤️🌸🌸

[@TodaysSpecialMinis]

Interesting concept, but requires a large space both horizontally and vertically. I think this would look great using smaller paperbacks, like old romance novels. And this would probably suit a reading room, craft room, kids room/play room, daycare. I think it has a lot of presence and needs a large space to really shine especially if you use books that big. But it's a nice idea nonetheless! I can think of several places something like this would be really great - a classroom (i.e. WELCOME or the current school year), in a library (i.e. READ, IMAGINE, SHHH), or as garden art (i.e. GROW, BLOOM, SHINE), a nursery (i.e. SHHH, DREAM, LOVE, SLEEP), a play area (i.e. PLAY, DANCE, SING), or a church meeting room or home prayer room (i.e. PRAY, PRAISE, WORSHIP, BELIEVE).

[@francescam.e.1884]

Wow,! That is my favorite DIY you’ve done! I love books so this is one I’m definitely doing! Thank you for sharing this! 😊👍❤️

[@sillydolly315]

Kinda late seeing this but I have to say I like the dark brown behind the letters because it looks like a shadow of the letters. Great idea! Thanks for sharing.

[@hollyhasegawa6095]

Wow! so cute, and dollar tree always has hard cover books. Love how it looks all completed, and you really could spell anything. Thanks Kelly this is stinking cute! Lol. Thanks for sharing, bye for now.

[@davidcosma]

Very creative craft and the outcome has an upscale quality. I enjoy your stinkin' enthusiasm!

[@lindaknowles7485]

Good morning Kelly. This is so pretty. Thank you for sharing. Have a great day!

[@vhead612]

Embroidering the edges to bring them out would be beautiful

[@marywilliams1952]

👍👍👍Thank U👍👍 for🤗Liking my comments🤗 and📿 MAY GOD BLESS U📿 📿ALWAYS 📿

[@chantelconnolly8936]

All I can say is WOW! These are so stinkin' cute!!!! Love them!!!

[@created2bless322]

WOW! You are right, it is very unique and striking! Thank you, Kelly for sharing your talent with us!

[@kmom1441]

Very creative! I haven't seen anything like this and the result looks very high end.

[@HealthyWithSNOOPY101]

The Owls in the back 😍 the wisdom that u hold

[@renee4460]

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[@caseybrown1774]

I LOVE the book! So original,super cool what a great 🎁 gift,,,,!

[@mariehocking9607]

I had no idea where you were going with this creative idea. It looks amazing and I think giving as a gift is great. Thanks so much for sharing. Keep safe. Cheers Marie ‘downunder’

[@peggydid]

Such a cool project! Could definitely go on my mantel! I might get it done in time for fall...Thanks!

[@deboraacharrette8652]

I really enjoy hanging out with you for these awesome diy's! Farmhouse style isn't my style but I do make some of your creations just for a little mix of something different to incorporate into my home. Thank you again for sharing your inspirations with us! Much love!! xx

[@peggypyles3564]

Very cute! I was thinking it would be perfect for breast cancer awareness, if you painted the books pink, and added pink ribbons!!!

[@sirdukeusa3289]

Peggy Pyles , As a double mastectomy (4yesrs apart) cancer surviver, I ws thinking the same thing. I may make one to chance of at our Relay for Life.

[@the_other_katy]

This is probably the coolest DT DIY I've seen in a long time! You have such creative ideas!

[@dianaherpel6422]

Argh......mind blowing ❣️

[@tiffanyattaway9709]

So cute... I could also it a little distressed with some vinatge inks. I think I will get it a try!!

[@rn1005018]

Kelly this is gorgeous! You have out done yourself!

[@KellyBarlowCreations]

rn1005018 thank you ☺️

[@timmyzgirl08]

This is absolutely the cutest thing ever.... Love it.... Your awesome Kelly!

[@Moufflette]

Wow! As a book lover, I usually cringe when people use books to do something else with, as I'm thinking about all of the effort the author has put into it. This however, I really love! Thank you for this brilliant idea!

[@KellyBarlowCreations]

I honestly LOVE books and because of that I try to use them as decor pieces in different ways, Thank you for watching and for your appreciation for creativity💜 Hugs to you- Kelly

[@1jmass]

So many possibilities for this project. Thanks for the idea. The letters in the darker paper appear to be shadows, and that is cool. Be careful with books from dollars stores. Since the text will be seen, be sure the words and content are acceptable.

[@heatherhunt147]

Going to DT now to buy me some books! HOORAY! SO STINKIN' ADORABLE! LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@darlenedesario2811]

This is a cute idea! At first I was watching and thinking, what the heck is she doing with this?, and in the end Im like, Oh my gosh I am making this for my living room stand! Lol thanks!

[@bettemimi4951]

Well Kelly, you did it again. You just gave me yet another To Stinkin Cute Idea for a House Warning Gift! You are so freaking Awesome! Any time I need an idea for a DIY to Gift to someone, I Always come to your channel. You Never Cease to Amaze me! Never! Ever! Not One Single Time... Thanks again Sweetheart. And May God Continue to Bless You and Your Beautiful Family. ♥️✌️♥️

[@KellyBarlowCreations]

Bette Mimi thank you so much for your kind words❣️Hugs to you~ Kelly

[@bettemimi4951]

@@KellyBarlowCreations Big Hugs right back! 💕💕💕

[@rachaelrutherford2543]

Love this Kelly ❤️❤️❤️ thanks for sharing!!!

[@yourstruly259]

This is very different .. and I kept thinking what is she making? What does Kelly have up her sleeve? And the result was outstanding! Like wow! I see what you did and to make it look like it has a shadow and wow this just looks amazing and so unique. And i was thinking the same thing how cool it would be to have someone’s name in it! That would be an amazing gift! So amazing. You did an excellent job Kelly! Will be back for more diys! I have so many canvas prints from DT in a storage box to alternate in and out. But I’m wondering once i get tired of it what kind of diys I can do. Perhaps you can draw some inspiration on using the canvases and do something with that next diy? Something rustic and modern. Not too farmhouse, but some Kelly flair! Kind of like the stones in the frame with the words on it i just watched, i thought that was a perfect diy for my style! Love your style and I’d love to see what you come up with! 😍😍😍

[@kathyk8310]

Your enthusiasm is wonderful. I watch your videos even if I don't plan to make it because you are just fun to watch!

[@stevienichole]

Try inking the edges of the books and the letters with Tim Holtz vintage photo! Great DIY Kelly! Tfs!

[@lynnecarnivale5085]

Great idea! If I start early, I could make great Christmas gifts for family and friends. They always look forward to my craft gifts. Thanks for sharing. Your video had a perfect view of everything you spoke about. Your speech was clear and the directions were easy to understand. I'm excited about this one! I think I will make a cross for our mantle. I won't cut a Bible but I have old daily devotional books that I can use. Thanks again. God bless! Lynne🍃💜🍃

[@michellemoore4585]

I’m going to make this as a graduation gift!

[@joanjean3904]

WOW............How unique is that!!!! BIG THUMBS UP! (ONE OF MY TOP 5 TOO KELLY)

[@brandithegeek7376]

Amazing!! I was a little confused during the process bc I couldnt figure out what you were making but omg when it came together so stinkin cute!!

[@KimmieB.]

Brandi The Geek Yes I agree I wish she would have shown it first so we had an idea and could follow along instead I was distracted the whole time trying to figure out what she was doing lol... I’m not that smart haha.. it is very cute but take up too much room for me in my home but great decor piece..

[@tonyafalk1]

I watch your channel all the time and you are always amazing but this is absolutely remarkable. I'm going to attempt this once for my niece who is going to college. Truly amazing. Any ideas on how to glam it up?

[@KellyBarlowCreations]

tonya falk hello and thank you so much❣️ what about painting the book either silver or gold and maybe add some gems to a couple of the letters?

[@tonyafalk1]

@@KellyBarlowCreations thanks so much

[@lauramiddleton2709]

This is by far my favorite you have ever done! Thank you so so much!

[@Lauras0801]

So cute and different than I've ever seen anyone else do! Great job!

[@ashapatel5160]

Love all the things you make. Thank you for sharing.

[@thelmahall2593]

WOW. What a cool idea!!

[@lyons11siren]

Wow! Love this so much... thank you! 💙💙💙

[@diamondlee9034]

WOW!!! I LOOOOVE THIS!! Any more book crafts up your sleeve?! I would love to see more my friend😊 sending hugs,hope youre having a good week🙂

[@Rita-yw2tn]

I know no one will believe me but I was gonna send you a question on here to ask you if you could help me to figure out a DIY on some old hardback books that I have ! My question is answered in this video thank you so much ! You're absolutely amazing !!! 💖

[@sirdukeusa3289]

Rita Creason , why would you think no one would believe you?

[@Rita-yw2tn]

@@sirdukeusa3289 I don't know I just thought about it a day or so ago & then I saw this & I was thinking " no one will believe you Rita " . lol ... But , I love this idea though it's absolutely adorable ! 💖

[@AmeliaMaud]

A couple of suggestions for what to do with the books: Read them. Offer them to a friend or family member who might read them. Donate them to a public or school library who would lend them to people who would read them. Donate them to a thrift shop that could raise money for its charity by selling them to people who would read them. Sell them yourself in a yard sale to people who would..., etc.

[@Gigi-us4jk]

@@AmeliaMaud just as an addition to your comment, especially old hardcover books might have a value. Maybe sell them to someone who would actually appreciate them.

[@liliyakamala2348]

Rita Creason have you tried folding?

[@gwencrable7286]

What a creative and beautiful piece.👍

[@rebeccaquinn4147]

Wow!! What an awesome idea! I may need to find smaller books to fit my space.💖💖

[@IamRosebud2]

Absolutely lovely 🌷

[@lifewithjimmy4389]

Your very gifted n talented! Loved it!! ❤️👌😃