Thanks so much. I'm making one for my grandson. They need a place to hide their stash! Hahaha. I have it cut out, just finishing it up. Your video helped so much 😉
Everybody is talking about their drug paraphernalia and I just want to keep some of my Magic: the Gathering trading card game cards in my box. I found a cool fantasy style book with a fancy map on the front page. I might line it with torn up cards.
I so wish I had seen this before I made my first book. I didn't glue the pages together first and it took forever because I had to clamp the pages together to keep it from bending the spine. Thank you!
From what I’ve learned (having working in the printing industry cutting proofs for several years, AND cutting my own precise art matts) 👉 let the blade do the work. Less pressure - more repeated even cuts - and of course sharp blades. Patience will give better results.
I've got a book ready to do this, I've just got to order Mod Podge. But I'm going to leave a good few pages uncut at the beginning so if anyone opens it, it still looks like a book. Also, any rough edges inside, I will sandpaper smooth before sticking.
I know this video is a couple years old and you might not be looking at this thread anymore but if you are: are the dimensions you used for the box's "walls" crucial in any way? IE can i make them thinner without conprimising the structure of the box? I want to add as much space to the box as possible and i kind of want to cut the pages all the way through so you can see the book's inner cover at the bottom of the box. And btw! Thank you for the video! Its totally comprehensive without making it overly complicated or difficult to understand
I want to give my husband a video game for Christmas and conceal it in a book. He reads too, but if I don't hide it well, he'll know exactly what I got him.
So I found this great huge dictionary for this. And I wasn't the cleanest or most patient with the knife but I don't want to just throw it away. Can I use a Dremel to clean up the inside?
Hmm...that might work. Perhaps you could get a book from the thrift store and test it on the sides of the pages to see what Dremel tool tip to try. Let us know if it works! J&K
Great question Jillian, We did not but you certainly can. We used E6000 as our glue. Here's the written how-to on our website: runningwithsisters.com/how-to-turn-a-hollow-book-into-a-jewelry-box/ Hope that helps! Jennifer & Kitty
Hello! I don't know if you'll see this on your old videos... But what kind of adhesive do I use to glue down a piece of velvet or felt inside my book box?
Yes you can reapply the Mod Podge. How long it takes to dry depends on the humidity where you live. We usually let a project like this dry overnight. Here are the step by step instructions on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/how-to-turn-a-hollow-book-into-a-jewelry-box/ Hope that helps, J&K
In that case, test the Mod Podge an inconspicuous area to make sure it doesn't dull the metallic finish. Another option would be to go ahead and glue the sides with Mod Podge and then gold leaf the edges. Here's a video we made showing how to gold leaf: runningwithsisters.com/gold-leaf-101-how-to-gold-leaf-a-picture-frame/ Hope that helps! Jennifer & Kitty
Great question. When we painted the outside egdes of the pages with Mod Podge it glued all the pages together and adhered the bottom ones to the back book cover. Here's the complete how-to on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/how-to-turn-a-hollow-book-into-a-jewelry-box/ Hope that helps! J&K
Try your local libraries. Readers who now may be using Kindle or prefer paperbacks are now donating LOTS of books to libraries, thinking the library can use or sell them in infrequent book sales. The libraries don't have room for these books, so unfortunately many/most get dumped.
Here after completely obliterating this poor book on my first attempt. My first mistake was trying to do it with a circular saw. Seems some things just take time, there is no quick easy way to do it if you want it done right. Thanks for the tips.
Glue the outside edges first. Then do the cutting. Here's a complete written how-to on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/how-to-turn-a-hollow-book-into-a-jewelry-box/ J&K
Great question! Mod Podge and other decoupage mediums are more than just adhesives. They also have ingredients to make them long lasting and seal the project. You could use glue and then p[perhaps add a sealer. Here's a little article we found about the topic. www.favecrafts.com/Techniques/Mod-Podge-vs-Glue Hope this helps! J&K
Hi! i am making one of these for my friend and i glued about 15 pages or so in the front so i could keep the front page art but now there is a huge crease that makes it almost impossible for the book to stay closed on its own. Is there any way I can get rid of the crease? Or is there an easy way to remove the glue to reglue it? PLEASE HELP!
So sorry that happened! One thing that sometimes works for wrinkles is to cut a slit lengthwise down the wrinkle with an X-acto blade so the edges can fold over each other and flatten out. Don't know if it will work with a crease. Hope that helps! J&K
Great question Pat! Mod Podge is a decoupage medium. W elike it because it is an all-in-one glue, sealer and finish. Some people substitute White Craft Glue. We can't say it works as well, but if you can't find Mod Podge it is worth a try! J&K
This would solve my problem of stashing something, saying to myself, I'll remember exactly where I pit It! But months go by and I have no memory of where the heck I put my extra cash, special rings, earing to be fixed, etc. I once found 3 $100 dollar bills around a lamp harp, when I went to replace a burned out bulb. I had no memory of putting the cash there.
Lol, you can use it for anything you like. We use ours as a jewelry box. Here's the complete how to on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/how-to-turn-a-hollow-book-into-a-jewelry-box/ Cheers! Jennifer & Kitty
If I do this, I may use tape so that when I'm done, I can remove it and it looks and acts like an actual book until you open it, and I can turn pages I've already cut.
It’s been ages since I’ve used Mod Podge. The bottle says it takes a month to cure. Does that mean it will be sticky for a while? I need this right away (making a gift) but am afraid of items sticking inside the book.
PVA is white craft glue like Elmer's. Mod Podge is a more than PVA mixed with water, but some people use it as a substitute. Here's a description of the advantages of using real Mod Podge: modpodgerocksblog.com/you-shouldnt-make-mod-podge/ You can try PVA and see how it works. Let us know! J&K
Mod Podge is a decoupage medium. You can use any decoupage medium for this project. Most recipes for homemade decoupage medium call for 1 part white glue to 1 part water. (We have never made our own and cannot vouch for it.) Here's a post with a recipe: artfulparent.com/2012/09/homemade-mod-podge-vs-the-real-deal-autumn-leaves.html Hope that helps! J&K
Also, if you want it to not stand out, pick a book that fits in with what you read. If you have nothing but westerns and mystery and then one hardback copy of Twilight it’s going to raise eyebrows. Pick something in your genre.
It's fun to cover the book too as another craft project. Here's what ours looks like as a jewelry box: runningwithsisters.com/how-to-turn-a-hollow-book-into-a-jewelry-box/ J&K
Mod Podge is a decoupage medium made by Plaid. It's a little like white glue but does a lot more and comes in different finishes. We use it with paper projects a lot! J&K
This is the first video in TH-cam history that didn’t start out by saying….”Heeeey Guuuuys!” Love it. Thank you :))
Ha ha! You are welcome!
Cheers,
Jennifer & Kitty
"You're not just going to chainsaw through the whole book at once"
*puts down chainsaw*
Ha!
I got the doom reference! Lol
NOW I CAN HIDE ALL MY JAPANESE IMPORTED SNACKS FROM MY SISTERS YAYYYY
Nom nom nom! J&K
You can also use the paper that you cut out to make a pinata
That's a fun tip! Thanks for sharing!
J&K
Hahah that was my first thought too!
If you cut the pages so all the body text is on the cutout part, you can have the hollow book and still read it too!
Thanks so much. I'm making one for my grandson. They need a place to hide their stash! Hahaha. I have it cut out, just finishing it up. Your video helped so much 😉
Ha ha! We use ours as a jewelry box.
J&K
You're a dope person for that, they'll appreciate it
Ur the coolest grandma in the world.
Wow. And here I almost spent $20 for a pre made one on Amazon. Thanks for the tutorial!
So glad we could help!
J&K
Everybody is talking about their drug paraphernalia and I just want to keep some of my Magic: the Gathering trading card game cards in my box. I found a cool fantasy style book with a fancy map on the front page. I might line it with torn up cards.
Yours sounds so fun! We keep jewelry in ours.
J&K
I want to sell candy in mine 😂
me too lol
Learning how to hollow out spaces for D&D dice sets. Making it with leather belts across the cover to give it that ‘Spellbook’ aesthetic
@@unbruisable exactly what I’m doing 😭
Thank you, it really helped much more than any other tutorials on the same thing!
Greatly explained!!
So glad we could help!
Jennifer & Kitty
I so wish I had seen this before I made my first book. I didn't glue the pages together first and it took forever because I had to clamp the pages together to keep it from bending the spine. Thank you!
Glad we could help. Well, at least for next time!
J&K
“i like to cut towards myself” - genius
;)
Good video. Thanks.
Thanks so much!
Jennifer & Kitty
Great idea to mod podge the pages together the way you did it. Thank you
Thanks for watching Helen!
J&K
This is so cool. I’m going to do this too!! Thanks
Thanks for watching!
J&K
I loved watching and learning. Thank you for the tutorial! Looking forward to many more
Thanks for watching! J&K
Thank you so much, it very simple way to make a lot of creative ideas
Thanks for watching!
J&K
Thanks for making this its really fun to do
Glad you liked it!
Jennifer & Kitty
Thanks alot, this is super helpful
So glad we could help!
J&K
From what I’ve learned (having working in the printing industry cutting proofs for several years, AND cutting my own precise art matts) 👉 let the blade do the work. Less pressure - more repeated even cuts - and of course sharp blades. Patience will give better results.
Yes! Great tips! Thank you for sharing!
J&K
Great ideas. I made a few as a child but didnt bother with the glue. I fancy making one now in my 60's but lining it like you suggested. Thanks.
It could be pretty to line it with velvet!
J&K
i love this video. So helpful
Thanks so much!
Jennifer & Kitty
So happy I found you.
I've got a book ready to do this, I've just got to order Mod Podge. But I'm going to leave a good few pages uncut at the beginning so if anyone opens it, it still looks like a book. Also, any rough edges inside, I will sandpaper smooth before sticking.
Great idea!
J&K
Thanks so much guys love this vid starting on mine tonight 🤞
You're welcome!
J&K
Thanks!
It helped a lot!
So glad we could help!
J&K
She really loves her exacto knife
Who doesn't?! Lol!
I know this video is a couple years old and you might not be looking at this thread anymore but if you are: are the dimensions you used for the box's "walls" crucial in any way? IE can i make them thinner without conprimising the structure of the box? I want to add as much space to the box as possible and i kind of want to cut the pages all the way through so you can see the book's inner cover at the bottom of the box.
And btw! Thank you for the video! Its totally comprehensive without making it overly complicated or difficult to understand
We think you could make the walls thinner. Let us know how it works for you.
J&K
Thank you very much for this!!!!
You're very welcome!
Jennifer & Kitty
Her: "This is not where you chainsaw through the whole book at once"
Me: "Hold my beer..."
LOL!
Very good!
Thank you!
Thank you! Just what I was looking for. :)
So glad we could help!
J&K
excellent video! thank you :)
Glad you liked it!
J&K
I want to give my husband a video game for Christmas and conceal it in a book. He reads too, but if I don't hide it well, he'll know exactly what I got him.
What a fun use for the hollow book!
J&K
So I found this great huge dictionary for this. And I wasn't the cleanest or most patient with the knife but I don't want to just throw it away. Can I use a Dremel to clean up the inside?
Hmm...that might work. Perhaps you could get a book from the thrift store and test it on the sides of the pages to see what Dremel tool tip to try.
Let us know if it works!
J&K
If you clamp the pages down, you can use a wood chisel to clean it up.
Sorry, did you glue the back pages to the back of the book? If so, what glue did you use?
Great question Jillian, We did not but you certainly can. We used E6000 as our glue. Here's the written how-to on our website: runningwithsisters.com/how-to-turn-a-hollow-book-into-a-jewelry-box/
Hope that helps!
Jennifer & Kitty
Can i glue the pages with regular Elmer's glue?
We haven't tried it using Elmer's but it's worth a shot! Let us know if it works!
J&K
Hello! I don't know if you'll see this on your old videos... But what kind of adhesive do I use to glue down a piece of velvet or felt inside my book box?
Great question Greg! We would use FabricTac or Aleen's Fabric Glue.
Hope that helps!
J&K
@@TheONeilSisters definitely. Getting ready to start a project tonight
Making a Reagan Biography into a Stash box thanks
LOL!
Is the glue a must have or can I cut the squares without it?
The glue really helps keep the pages together and makes the cutting much easier!
J&K
Can we use a box cutter to cut through the pages or does it work better with an exacto knife? Great video 👍
You can try a box cutter, but the handle might get in the way as you cut down deeper. Worth a try though!
J&K
I was gonna ask the same thing!!
how many minutes would be enough to dry the glue? can i re-apply?
Yes you can reapply the Mod Podge. How long it takes to dry depends on the humidity where you live. We usually let a project like this dry overnight.
Here are the step by step instructions on our blog:
runningwithsisters.com/how-to-turn-a-hollow-book-into-a-jewelry-box/
Hope that helps,
J&K
If you have a book with shiny edges and you want to keep it shiny what would be the best glue to use?
Are the edges metallic shiny or just glossy? The Mod Podge will leave a little shine.
J&K
@@TheONeilSisters it's like a gold metallic shine
In that case, test the Mod Podge an inconspicuous area to make sure it doesn't dull the metallic finish. Another option would be to go ahead and glue the sides with Mod Podge and then gold leaf the edges. Here's a video we made showing how to gold leaf: runningwithsisters.com/gold-leaf-101-how-to-gold-leaf-a-picture-frame/
Hope that helps!
Jennifer & Kitty
New subscriber here. Ty!
Thanks for subscribing! We have all our projects on our website too: RunningWithSisters.com
Cheers,
Jennifer & Kitty
@@TheONeilSisters awesome! I'll check it out! 💝
Is it possible to do the lid about a quarter of the way into the book?
Sure. You can part the pages anywhere you like to make a portion part of the lid.
J&K
Now I can hide my things in here without my mom snooping! 💋💋
Ha!
Would it be alright it I used Gloss Medium?
Yes, we think that should work.
J&K
Thank you.
are the bottom pages glued to the book cover?
Great question. When we painted the outside egdes of the pages with Mod Podge it glued all the pages together and adhered the bottom ones to the back book cover.
Here's the complete how-to on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/how-to-turn-a-hollow-book-into-a-jewelry-box/
Hope that helps!
J&K
I live in Cleveland Ohio, what are some old thick books you recommend to buy in order to make a beautiful secret stash book like yours?
Just check out a local thrift store and see what they have. Dictionaries work great! Good luck!
J&K
Try your local libraries. Readers who now may be using Kindle or prefer paperbacks are now donating LOTS of books to libraries, thinking the library can use or sell them in infrequent book sales. The libraries don't have room for these books, so unfortunately many/most get dumped.
Ooh great tip Kathleen! Thanks for sharing! J&K
And this is the story of why I’m currently sitting a book waiting for the glue to dry
Lol! J&K
Would regular white glue work
We haven't tried it with regular white glue. Let us know if it works!
J&K
I hope so, since mod podge in my country is SUPER expensive
Here after completely obliterating this poor book on my first attempt. My first mistake was trying to do it with a circular saw. Seems some things just take time, there is no quick easy way to do it if you want it done right. Thanks for the tips.
Better luck with the next one!
J&K
Thanks
Also, you can’t imagine how many books a wasted, but it was worth it lol
So glad you had success (finally)!
Cheers,
Jennifer & Kitty
Would the mod poge affect the books that have that silver or gold shine on the edge of the pages?
No they still look nice and shiny in our experience!
For god sake issa sexy book dont use that one use a different one
Can I use tape too cause I don’t have glue in my house 🏠
We don't think tape will work very well for this, but you could try!
J&K
Can I use glue instead???
Glue can work as a substitute but is not as easy to paint on.
Hope that helps,
Jennifer & Kitty
Should I glue the book first or cut the pages first?
Glue the outside edges first. Then do the cutting. Here's a complete written how-to on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/how-to-turn-a-hollow-book-into-a-jewelry-box/
J&K
Can you use elmers glue instead of modge lodge
Great question! Mod Podge and other decoupage mediums are more than just adhesives. They also have ingredients to make them long lasting and seal the project. You could use glue and then p[perhaps add a sealer. Here's a little article we found about the topic. www.favecrafts.com/Techniques/Mod-Podge-vs-Glue Hope this helps! J&K
Can you use tacky glue instead of Mod Podge?
We think that would probably work fine. We like the consistency of ModPodge because it is a little less viscous.
Cheers,
Jennifer & Kitty
Do you think I could use glue instead of mod podge?
Mod Podge is a lot like glue, but it is also a sealer. But you could try doing it with glue. Let us know if it works!
J&K
Yes you can I’ve done it before
Hi! i am making one of these for my friend and i glued about 15 pages or so in the front so i could keep the front page art but now there is a huge crease that makes it almost impossible for the book to stay closed on its own. Is there any way I can get rid of the crease? Or is there an easy way to remove the glue to reglue it? PLEASE HELP!
So sorry that happened! One thing that sometimes works for wrinkles is to cut a slit lengthwise down the wrinkle with an X-acto blade so the edges can fold over each other and flatten out. Don't know if it will work with a crease. Hope that helps!
J&K
I planted mine with succulents
What a fun idea!
Jennifer & Kitty
Me stupidly trying to glue each page together individually 😭 wish I watched this first
Ha! Better late than never!
J&K
It might be better if you could tell us what Mod Podge is? Glue? Shellac?
Great question Pat! Mod Podge is a decoupage medium. W elike it because it is an all-in-one glue, sealer and finish. Some people substitute White Craft Glue. We can't say it works as well, but if you can't find Mod Podge it is worth a try!
J&K
thank u very much for the video, really helped alot tho i would have apricated a warning about the mess! lol
Thank you for watching! Sorry about the mess!
Cheers,
Jennifer & Kitty
This would solve my problem of stashing something, saying to myself, I'll remember exactly where I pit It! But months go by and I have no memory of where the heck I put my extra cash, special rings, earing to be fixed, etc.
I once found 3 $100 dollar bills around a lamp harp, when I went to replace a burned out bulb. I had no memory of putting the cash there.
Lol, that's a great story! We use ours as a jewelry box.
J&K
You cant use glue instead of mod podge?
Mod Podge is like glue but it's a little different since it is also a sealer. But you could try doing this with glue. Let us know if it works!
J&K
Thank you this idea is brilliant! Now I can put my phone inside and start cheating!!! On my test
Slusher 7676 same hahahahha 😂😂
Lol, you can use it for anything you like. We use ours as a jewelry box. Here's the complete how to on our blog:
runningwithsisters.com/how-to-turn-a-hollow-book-into-a-jewelry-box/
Cheers!
Jennifer & Kitty
How can you have a book in front of you during a test?
Nice, now that I have the hollow book, I just need some money to hide in it
Ha!
If I do this, I may use tape so that when I'm done, I can remove it and it looks and acts like an actual book until you open it, and I can turn pages I've already cut.
Let us know how it works!
J&K
About how long does it take to dry?
Just a few hours.
J&K
How thick does the book need to be?
Ours was 1.5" thick. You can choose thicker or thinner.
J&K
i don't know what to put in here; just came b/c of a travel commercial about some boy sneaking his lizard onto a flight with a hollowed book.
That is so funny!
J&K
that's so clever
Can you do a tutorial for cutting out a heart in a book?
That sounds fun but it is hard to cut a curve with an X-Acto blade!
Cheers,
Jennifer & Kitty
It’s been ages since I’ve used Mod Podge. The bottle says it takes a month to cure. Does that mean it will be sticky for a while? I need this right away (making a gift) but am afraid of items sticking inside the book.
It should be dry to the touch within a few hours. Total curing time is longer.
Cheers,
Jennifer & Kitty
Is mod podge just pva?
PVA is white craft glue like Elmer's. Mod Podge is a more than PVA mixed with water, but some people use it as a substitute. Here's a description of the advantages of using real Mod Podge: modpodgerocksblog.com/you-shouldnt-make-mod-podge/
You can try PVA and see how it works. Let us know!
J&K
Can we use normal glue because i have NEVER herd of mod podge!?
Mod Podge is a decoupage medium. You can use any decoupage medium for this project. Most recipes for homemade decoupage medium call for 1 part white glue to 1 part water. (We have never made our own and cannot vouch for it.) Here's a post with a recipe: artfulparent.com/2012/09/homemade-mod-podge-vs-the-real-deal-autumn-leaves.html
Hope that helps!
J&K
Mod podge is bloody expensive can I just use pva
They are not quite the same, but you can try it!
J&K
Also, if you want it to not stand out, pick a book that fits in with what you read. If you have nothing but westerns and mystery and then one hardback copy of Twilight it’s going to raise eyebrows. Pick something in your genre.
It's fun to cover the book too as another craft project. Here's what ours looks like as a jewelry box: runningwithsisters.com/how-to-turn-a-hollow-book-into-a-jewelry-box/
J&K
@@TheONeilSisters
So damn creative!
Great instructional video (short & to the point), tips & advice.
Thank You!
Car i make rounded corners
We've never tried making rounded corners. Sorry!
J&K
what is mud pudge
Mod Podge is a decoupage medium made by Plaid. It's a little like white glue but does a lot more and comes in different finishes. We use it with paper projects a lot! J&K
Thought this was about novel editing.......smh
LOL!!!
I used an old bible for shots and giggles
Fun!
😞
This is how I will keep my unique coins private
Fun secret hiding place. We use ours as a jewelry box.
J&K
gonna do this to hide my phone in school 😂
We use ours as a jewelry box.
J&K
Call me crazy, but I’m making this to put the remote in
Funny!
Who else is here before going through TSA?
LOL!
Finally I have a case for my flask, now let’s see if my local church is willing to give me a bible
;)
I'll just get a dictionary
Ooh great idea!
J&K
I bet you won't comment on this comment
Hi Jackson,
Thanks for commenting!
J&K
That was so cringe I had to comment lol
Gonna use Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Get it? Chamber of Secrets?! Ok.... I'm done...
LOL!
Pobre libro :(
Aw. Don't feel bad for the book. It got read many times and now it lives on as a jewelry box! Cheers! Jennifer & Kitty
Now I can hide my...my...my uhhh...
Nevermind.
I forgot: I have a kid and at this point have nothing left of my own TO HIDE. 👀
LOL! We use ours as a jewelry box.
J&K
i don't have any mod podge (they don't sell it where i live), can i use elmer's glue instead?
Mod Podge is a little different than Elmer's Glue, but some people use it as a substitute. Hope it works well for you!
J&K
@@TheONeilSisters okay, thanks