Create unique vintage-inspired books using free anatomy book labels!
Did you know I graduated from college with a degree in Exercise Science?
Yup, I studied exercise physiology, biomechanics and had my head buried in biology, chemistry and human anatomy and physiology books for years. I even had the opportunity to study a human cadaver, which was incredibly fascinating and something I will never forget.
Although I never put my degree to use, (I got married when I was 22, just 2 months after graduating college, fell into a 10 year career as an insurance agent then became a full-time DIY/home decor blogger) I still have a love for anatomy and physiology. In fact, I have all my old anatomy books from college that I can't bring myself to get rid of.
So, it should be of no surprise that I decided to combine my love of vintage and anatomy to create vintage-inspired anatomy books!
I was itching for a quick and simple craft and these DIY vintage-inspired anatomy books were the perfect affordable five minute craft.
-SUPPLIES NEEDED TO MAKE DIY VINTAGE-INSPIRED BOOKS-
Affiliate links have been used
- Anatomy Book Labels (Printable can be found HERE)
- Old Books ( I used Reader's Digest Books)
- Scissors
- Craft Paint Brush
- HOW TO MAKE VINTAGE-INSPIRED ANATOMY BOOKS -
Disclaimer: Please note, these books were already falling apart and/or damaged. I love and use vintage books in my decor, so please don't hate me for cutting books apart 😬.
Okay, now that that's out of the way, let's get to the super easy, super budget-friendly, vintage-inspired books. This quick five minute project doesn't even need a tutorial, but just in case, here ya go.
STEP ONE:
Print anatomy book labels, which can be found HERE. (Please note: these were created and designed by me, Little House of Four and are for personal use ONLY)
PRINTING TIP: The anatomy labels were sized for the Reader's Digest books that I used. If you are using smaller books you may need to reduce the scale of the images. This can be done under your printing settings before printing.
STEP TWO:
Cut front and back cover off each book using a sharp craft knife.
STEP THREE:
Cut out anatomy book labels and attach them to the books using a thin layer of Mod Podge.
And........that's it!
I couldn't be happier with how these vintage-inspired DIY anatomy books turned out! It's a great way to repurpose old books that may already be damaged or falling apart.
What did you use for the periodical table backdrop?
ReplyDeleteIt's a hanging print that I sell in my vintage shop 😊
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