Upcycle Thrifted Books into Darling Valentine’s Table Decor

Looking to add a touch of vintage charm to your home decor this Valentine’s Day? Join us in this tutorial, where we’ll show you how to upcycle thrifted books into this adorable vintage Valentine’s Day book stack with a romantic twist. First things first, we’ll guide you through the process of creating exquisite mould castings using our IOD air dry clay. Trust us, dusting the moulds with a bit of cornstarch is such a help to get those clean impressions with clay (you can always pop them in the freezer for 5-10 minutes if you’re struggling to get a decent casting). We’ll share some tips on how to handle the clay and avoid breakage or fix it when it happens. Then, we’ll dive into resin casting for that perfect, crisp detail. We’ll take you through every step, from clay to paint, transfers to stamps, and sealing with wax, so you can recreate these beautiful book stacks effortlessly. Please note, we only show making the top book in the video tutorial. You should make both