Yesterday one of our picture books fell apart. We’ve read George Shrinks by William Joyce (Author’s website) so many times that it just couldn’t take it anymore. I sat there with the fallen book in my hands and thought what a waste to lose this book — the images are so beautiful. This inspired me to put some of the pages around the house.
From George Shrinks by William Joyce
From George Shrinks by William Joyce
I’m rather happy with how it turned out. It’s such a little thing, but it adds a new richness to the room. These prints make excellent and beautiful reminders to: Clean Your Room, Brush Your Teeth, Make Your Bed, and Water the Plants (among others).
It is a simple way of improving the beauty and literacy environment of our home and saving a wonderful picture book simultaneously.
The Picture Book Review 
What a great idea!
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Thank you!
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I love this idea! I’ve actually thought about buying old copies of books I love at the thrift store just so I can disassemble them and frame the art!
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That’s a great idea! I’m definitely going to get some frames for these. I’ll never look at a dilapidated picture book the same way. 🙂
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A dandy idea ! It looks great. :)))
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But how about framing them?
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Absolutely! Will get some frames pronto.
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Makes me think of the Velveteen Rabbit – loved so much that it fell apart and became “real”!
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That’s a great way to look at it. I love it!
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This is a truly inspired post and a great way to keep on loving a book even after it’s in pieces. It could be a fun way to repurpose neat old cards as well.
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Definitely! That’s a great idea. 🙂 (I really appreciate your comment; it made me smile.)
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Oh, I love this! 😀
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It’s obvious now you’ve mentioned it! Thanks 🙂
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