Oct 01, 2019 this year is the bicentennial of the publication of the sketch book of geoffrey crayon, gent. Ive built hollowedout books before, using the timehonored, frustrating, and very timeconsuming hobbyknife method. It cleaned up my book really fast and also my workspace that was making my partners eye twitch every time she saw my desk. Prices can vary based on the cost of materials, additional features, and resources used to create the functionality and aesthetics of the hollow book. Also includes instructions for adding backgrounds, magnets, and. For the book that will act as the lid, remember to leave the cover unstuck. That didnt help, because everyone and their mother has a.
Make the consistency just enough for the glue to be. Skip the tedious pagebypage razor blade method and speed up your hollow book creation with an oscillating saw. A detailed and useful video explaining how to make a hollow book so you may store your secret goods in it. You should wrap this so it covers the hardback cover fully too. I thought of making a hollow book when daydreaming about anne frank hiding while i was at the museum while automatically telling people not to touch the art.
Arguably, vintage is anything 50 years or older while antique is considered anything that is 100 years or older. Also bear in mind that you need to cut all the way through the top book excluding the cover but including the back, through the whole of the middle book, and through the front cover and pages of the last book, leaving the back cover and a few pages if you wish as. Apr 02, 2007 making the hollow tube book was very similar to the tight back. No rare books were harmed in the making of this diy. Select a book, preferably a thick one with a sturdy hard cover. Years ago i saw one of these things in a catalog and set about making my own with an xacto knife. On the outside, its an ordinary hardcover book but on the inside, its a secret storage compartment. The book contains burtons sketches, paintings from production designer rick heinrichs and costume designer colleen atwood, and dozens of stills from the film itself. They make excellent hiding places or they can be used as unique and tricky double gift wrap. How to hollow out a book in 80 easy steps heather rivers.
Do whatever you want to do and keep what you want to keep secret, and enjoy. At the library when i bought my book, the librarian told me how she had made a hollow book and how her children wanted her to keep their private stuff safe in her hollow book. A hollow book can be a nifty way to hide something, whether its a spare key, a secret note, or even money. Nov 19, 2011 make a hollow book camera case this guide is targeted specifically at making your hollow book safe conceal a camera, but the principles can be applied to any device. This is the how to shop manual on the laminated guitar process. Rounded hollow tube binding part 1 journeys in the. Hollow books are a classic way to stash stuff in plain sight. Brush a thin, even layer of modge podge over the first page step 4. An oxford hollow is a flattened paper tube inserted between the spine of a book and its cover to strengthen the spine and allow the book to be opened flat more easily. So when we spotted old books at the thrift store, we thought itd be fun to hollow one out to make a jewelry box. Check out this tutorial to learn how to stash your stuff in plain sight.
What problems do you see with using a hollow book as a dice tray. A hollow book is the ideal way to keep your possessions safe. The legend of sleepy hollow was published as part of the sketch book in march 1820. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. When we were kids, we loved the idea of hollowing out a book to hide secret treasures. Sep, 2017 an oxford hollow is a flattened paper tube inserted between the spine of a book and its cover to strengthen the spine and allow the book to be opened flat more easily. Several years ago i started making hollow books for a hobby, and it turned into a fulltime job. Nov 14, 20 how to make a hollow book after seeing this post on how2dostuffs blog, i thought a book safe would be a great project to attempt.
Mar 03, 2012 turn an old hardcover book into a unique hiding place for your treasures with this hollow book jewelry box tutorial from kinsey at sincerely, kinsey. Doityourself guide to making secret hollow book safes. How to hollow a book for stashing secrets or candy food52. Faster and better instructions to make hollow book safes, with and without any power tools. Because of the serialization, the anniversary of the sleepy hollowbased short story is being celebrated in 2019.
Making a secret book safe is a lot easier than i thought. She designed new dust covers for these books and they look great. What title would you want if you were to use a hollow book dice tray. Check out this awesome diy that keeps your valuables safe and sound. Transfer messages like a spy with dead drop devices how to. Its one of those things that i thought id have to buy because i thought itd be a really cool gift. The 10 steps are similar to other hollow book guides. Sure, amazons kindle makes it possible to read more books, clears up a lot of shelf space, fits snugly in anyones baggage and can actually be cheaper in the long run. How to make a secret hollow book yours for the making. A hollow book is a fantastic way to keep your prized possessions safe. The main functional purpose aims for the containment of valuables, memorable items, or contraband within the cloak of an ordinary book. The how to do stuff blog has posted a tutorial for making your own hollow book you know for hiding booty.
The true history behind the legend of sleepy hollow. A hard bound book your choice of size craft knife with extra blades metal ruler pencil paintbrush white glue i used mod podge. It is fitting, then, that the companion book to his movie sleepy hollow is a big and beautiful hardback, full of images that range from quietly eerie to eyepopping. Oct 28, 2016 a hollow book is the perfect disguise for expensive jewelry or an emergency cash supply, and its surprisingly easy to make. But lets face itnothing compares to the feel of a book in your hands. So in creating the jig to punch the holes for sewing, i had to have the tapes in hand because the thread goes around the tapes to. Make a book box by papercrafting with white glue, craft knife, and book. Put another layer of mod podge inside of the hollowed out section. Make sure this is a book your own, and not one belonging to the library. Select the first few pages that you want to have free at the end of the project plus one more and hold them to the. But its not just like taking an empty toiletpaper tube and flattening it. For this one, we created 10 signatures and it was sewn on tapes instead of cords.
Diy magazine make has a tutorial on using an oscillating sawthey use the. Close the book and press down for 2030 seconds step 5. Make a hollow book with images hollow book, old book crafts. On this episode we make hollow books to stash secrets, cover tablets, and impress. About the author tyler is a diy blogger from homespot hq, a free web app for helping homeowners with maintenance, projects, record keeping, and more. A hollow book is the perfect disguise for expensive jewelry or an emergency cash supply, and its surprisingly easy to make.
The book is nicely illustrated, however, the author makes references to guitar guru bob benedettos book on making an acoustic archtop guitar. Repeat making slow, careful cuts until you have removed all but the last. Even if youre not a lit geek yourself, itd definitely make a great gift for your favorite bookworm. The supplies you need only cost a few bucks, and each will take you about 2. Start with a hardcover book that you dont mind gluing shut step 2. How to turn a hardcover book into a hidden safe ehow. Most people wouldnt think to browse your library for private or personal things.
Free tutorial with pictures on how to make a book box in 11 steps by papercrafting and bookbinding with scissors, paint brush, and pencil. To start making your hollow book, youll want to save a few pages at the beginning and at the end of the book so it looks more realistic. Heres how you can make your own hollow book box to stash your. They combine my love for secret compartments with my love for books. How to make a kindle cover from a hollowed out hardback book. Jul 12, 2014 if you want to run a cord into the hollow spot for a phone, simply drill a hole in the side of the book. Not only are book safes fun to possess, they also make a cool, unique gift. This site explains my techniques, which i use to churn out several hundred book safes a year. Maybe you should purchase that book also as it contains some of the info needed to successfully complete an archtop guitar. I make hollow books for a living and recently have been. They include information on tidying up the inside of the book with fabric, paper or ribbon. Dec 08, 2016 book safe making basics no cnc required duration. A stout bit of kraft paper is glued to the spine of the book block. Sep 20, 2016 a hollow book is a fantastic way to keep your prized possessions safe.
Make sure this is a book your own, and not one belonging to the library, or your family. On the outside, its an ordinary hardcover book but on the inside, its a super secret storage compartment. If youre looking for a way to keep your valuables safe, look no further. So, go about 5 pages in at the start and the end of the book and cover them with cling film. The first step into making the hollow book is to select a book.
I suggest rummaging through books at yardgarage sales. Making a hollowed book coin bank you can make a hollowed book bank for coins without too many adjustments to the process above. If money is tight this year, consider making a few book safes for your friends or family. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Regardless, its a fun project that may prove useful. Check out this awesome way to keep your valuables safe and sound. Since my personal library contains mysteries, science fiction and religious books. I wanted to use my hands to make something but feared anything that would show my emotions to the world working from home helped me successfully manage my mental health issues. How to hollow out a book to make a secret book safe. Turn an old book into a secret hiding place how to. Ive heard that these things are called book safes, but they are more like a secret hiding place in a book. Also, my daughter is making 2 of these for keeping keep sakes for her two boys. Make a hollow book with images hollow book, diy book, the. How to make a hollow secret stash book miss v viola.