Make these pretty painted pink and metallic gold books for Valentine’s Day or for any day.
Let’s play a game to see if you can spot what is different in this photo.
If’ you’ve checked out my Valentine’s posts the last two weeks, you will probably have noticed these books. They’ve been used as props in many of the photos.
I didn’t get around to finishing them until after my Pretty Pink Roses Valentine’s Table post but now they are complete.
And if you are like me and can’t un-see something after you’ve seen it, then I apologize for pointing this flaw out.
Let me show you this quick and easy DIY project, painted pink and metallic gold books.
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This was such an easy project with big impact. The absolute best kind of DIY projects!
Here is a before photo. And before you leave me comments about how awful it is to paint books, I know, I know. I understand it’s awful but I saw these sorry books in a bin for 25 cents in a thrift shop.
Start by painting the exterior and spine of each book making sure to get the little bit on the inside cover.
These were brightly coloured books so I used a primer first then one coat of the Fusion Mineral Paint in Little Piggy. For the red book, it needed two coats.
Once the pink paint has dried, you can move on to the edges.
I painted the page edges with Fusion Mineral Paint Pale Gold Metallic.
I used a foam brush but a flat artist’s brush helped get into the edges near the spine. One coat was all that was needed.
Stand upright to dry.
And there you have some beautiful pink and metallic gold painted books.
Such a beautiful project to add to your Valentine’s decor or just about anywhere. How beautiful would these be stacked on a table by a guest bed?
I only wish I did it earlier now!
I hope this inspired you to paint your books if you know they are not going to be used again.
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Catherine says
February 3, 2017 at 6:13 amOh, how simply lovely. I can see myself using some vintage ribbon to secure the stack ,then possibly resting a few dried roses on top (because more is more in my book..).
Thank you for sharing this project with us. ♥
Jamie says
February 3, 2017 at 11:39 amThank you Catherine. You’re right! Some vintage ribbon would look gorgeous wrapped around it with some dried roses. You’ve just set the perfect setting. I know what you’ll be doing now 😉
Hugs, Jamie
Sarah | She Holds Dearly says
February 3, 2017 at 12:07 pmHow darling!! I am so pinning this for a little girl’s room! Everything you touch is beautiful, Jamie. I got your email and will be replying soon. xoxo
Jamie says
February 3, 2017 at 12:14 pmAwww you’re the sweetest. Thanks Sarah! Chat soon xo
Hugs, Jamie
Aaron says
February 6, 2017 at 8:50 amBrilliant idea! They turned out great!
Jamie says
March 1, 2017 at 7:39 pmThanks hon!
Libby says
February 12, 2017 at 4:01 amFYI, before you put the pink books away you might enjoy Ian McEwan’s book, Saturday. It’s a fabulous story with lots of twists. He is a wonderful author you will certainly want to read again. And I enjoy your posts and style so very much! I love the grocery store bought spring flowers too. Roses are gorgeous.
Jamie says
March 1, 2017 at 7:44 pmThank you, Libby! I will definitely look into his books, sounds perfect!
Hugs, Jamie
Superar Separação says
February 13, 2017 at 1:02 pmMy book will loooks amazing with this paint. How could I not have thought of this before? My house is much prettier every time I walk in here.
Jamie says
March 1, 2017 at 7:45 pmThanks so much!
Hugs, Jamie
Tna says
April 6, 2017 at 9:57 pmthanks for the bright idea… i used gold leaf to decorate as well just for a bit of contrast. I tried to add a photo but it would not let me.
Love all your post
Jamie says
May 9, 2017 at 11:12 pmOh what a great idea! Love that.
Hugs, Jamie
Suellem says
October 25, 2017 at 5:23 pmGreat job, it was very beautiful !!!
I’ll try to make it at home.
Congratulations!!
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January 15, 2018 at 11:22 amGreat job !!
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Jamie says
February 10, 2018 at 8:57 pmThank you!
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February 5, 2018 at 11:58 amvery beatiful!
Jamie says
February 10, 2018 at 8:57 pmThank you!
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Jamie says
February 10, 2018 at 8:56 pmThank you!
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February 19, 2018 at 12:10 pmWonderful !! congratulations, excellent idea.
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February 20, 2018 at 9:27 amVery good work!
Lucy Mar says
February 28, 2018 at 4:33 pmHi, what a great article. Thank you a lot.
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March 2, 2018 at 5:41 amOnce again, congratulations .. we must thank for this beautiful post
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April 12, 2018 at 6:29 amVery nice blog! congratulations
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June 12, 2018 at 7:53 pmVery beautiful! I always wanted to learn this! thanks.
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August 15, 2018 at 9:23 pmThis article is very good, thanks for sharing this great idea!!!
Angela says
October 29, 2018 at 6:16 amBeautiful work!
Fabio says
November 1, 2018 at 7:30 amBeautiful work! Congratulations!!!
Esquecer pessoa amada says
February 5, 2019 at 6:17 amWow! I had never seen anything like painting books, I thought creative and I would certainly do it. Thanks for the tip.