Hollowed out book ideas

How to Hollow Out a Book.: Hi guys i am going show you how to hollow out a book (NOTE: steps 2-3 are only necessary if you cant find a book that is hard coved.)

Have you ever wanted a secret hiding place? Come see how to hollow out a book easily to keep treasures hidden where no one would look!

If you have used books you can't give away, don't worry; these upcycling projects make artistic and useful items from your old books.

Step-by-step instructions to hollow out a book to make your own book safe. Keep your valuables hidden in plain sight, then explore other crafts with books!

Practical Guide to Creating BookNooks: Greetings! I'm a maker, and for a while now I've been intrigued by the concept of a Book-nook, which is a sort of bookshelf accessory that serves as a mini diorama nested in your book collection. This Instructable follows the progression of creatin…

The first step into making the hollow book is to select a book. Make sure this is a book your own, and not one belonging to the library, or your family. I suggest rummaging through books at yard/garage sales. Make sure it is a hardback; otherwise you will cut all the way through the other side when you are cutting out the insides. You'll also need: Elmer's white glue a container to hold glue solution (I've chosen a film canister) X-acto knife, and/or box cutter. Both if you have them brush…

How to Make a Secret Hollow Book: I have some really nice pearls, yet no place to keep them safe. Then I saw this (http://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Hollow-Book) on Wiki How. Yes, the perfect idea. I went to the “Book Store” at our local library. They sale used…

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This old discarded book made into a music box has been a thought rolling around in my head since my Music Box Project Class this year at the Club Scrap retreat. Finally it was time to put it together! AND glad I took the time! Now, this old book has become a cute little keepsake currently sitting on my coffee table. Also at Club Scrap, the Music Box Mechanism was available separately, so I had what I needed to get started. Crank it up and it plays "Fur Elise", love it! On the inside, I cut…