Inspirational DIY Book Nook Idea!

Check out this whimsical DIY book nook my daughter made to fit into my home office library! It's like a small slice of magic sitting on your shelf!

If you don’t know what a “book nook” is you’re in for a treat! It’s a decor item for your shelf that is a mini-environment of your choice. You can purchase them ready-made, in kits or you can make your own. My daughter made this one for me after buying a blank paper mache book box frame. She then created her own filling… so to speak, using a bunch of miniature doll house items and foliage. The outer book leaves and design were made with air dry clay.  An led light, which is optional, was added!  I wanted a whimsical feel… of course, which she accomplished beautifully. It fits into my home office library makeover with a window seat perfectly! The sky is the limit on what you can do with these!

Check out all the styles of kits available!

Basic Supplies

These can be made from scratch or you can purchase a blank book frame. This one was made with the type of paper mache book box shown below. It was then adapted for the nook. Cardboard frames are also available with the spine already cut out.

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A paper mache blank book box was used as the base. A section of the spine had to be carefully cut out for the nook. This is a box that opens up on one side for holding things. But it’s great for this purpose!

The box was painted and then some air dry clay was used for the leaves and also painted. Gold paint was used as a flourish.

Check out this whimsical DIY book nook my daughter made to fit into my home office library! It's like a small slice of magic sitting on your shelf!

The spine was cut out and some clay was carefully used to smooth the edges.
Check out this whimsical DIY book nook my daughter made to fit into my home office library! It's like a small slice of magic sitting on your shelf!

The inside was painted and filled with a variety of things including images, some miniature items purchased, and other things like sticks found in the yard!
Check out this whimsical DIY book nook my daughter made to fit into my home office library! It's like a small slice of magic sitting on your shelf!

A hole was cut to allow for the insertion of an warm LED light. Check out this whimsical DIY book nook my daughter made to fit into my home office library! It's like a small slice of magic sitting on your shelf!

Make sure to use a low-wattage preferably LED light, with a cord switch, that does not get hot.
Check out this whimsical DIY book nook my daughter made to fit into my home office library! It's like a small slice of magic sitting on your shelf!

Most items were hot glued in. Floral foam was carved and used to fill the base.
Check out this whimsical DIY book nook my daughter made to fit into my home office library! It's like a small slice of magic sitting on your shelf!

It fit right into my aesthetics!
Check out this whimsical DIY book nook my daughter made to fit into my home office library! It's like a small slice of magic sitting on your shelf!

Check out this whimsical DIY book nook my daughter made to fit into my home office library! It's like a small slice of magic sitting on your shelf!

Check out this whimsical DIY book nook my daughter made to fit into my home office library! It's like a small slice of magic sitting on your shelf!

Check out this whimsical DIY book nook my daughter made to fit into my home office library! It's like a small slice of magic sitting on your shelf!

 

2 Comments

  1. Nick Crips

    This DIY book nook project is simply enchanting! It’s amazing how something so small can add such a magical touch to a space. Your daughter’s creativity really shines through, especially with the careful detailing of miniature items and the addition of an LED light, which brings a cozy warmth to the entire scene. These little nooks seem like a wonderful way to personalize a bookshelf, blending art with storytelling in a truly unique way. I am trully inspired by this whimsical DIY project, but I need to delegate my college tasks to the creative platforms and resources as paperdon which can also provide unique ideas and inspiration. Your office library must feel like it has a slice of fantasy right on the shelf what a perfect way to add character to a room.

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