13. Reclaimed Vintage Book Spine Sconce
Concept & Aesthetic Appeal
Intellectual, charming, and deeply nostalgic. This clever DIY repurposes vintage hardcover book covers and spines to create a clever bookish wall sconce that looks right at home in a cozy library or study.
Materials Needed
- Hardcover vintage books with gorgeous textured spines and covers
- A lightweight wooden support box or shadow box frame
- Hot glue and heavy-duty craft knife
- Battery-operated LED strip lights
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Carefully remove the spines and front covers from several discarded vintage books using a sharp craft knife.
- Arrange the book spines vertically around the sides of a small, open-faced wooden shadow box frame, gluing them securely in place so it appears to be a stack of bound books mounted to the wall.
- Mount the open book box securely to the wall.
- Line the interior cavity of the box with warm battery-operated LED strip lights so the light glows outward through the open front.
Styling Tips & Variations
- Variation: Hollow out a single thick encyclopedia to house a puck light directly inside its pages.
- Styling: A must-have statement piece for home libraries, reading rooms, or cozy home offices.