Tattered Essence

I always thought books were for reading. But apparently they are becoming somewhat fashionable. At least in a home decor sense. The Fort Wayne News-Sentinel did an article on ways to display and decorate with books.

Here is their list:

• Form over function: Flea markets and garage sales are repositories of old books and encyclopedia sets that can be used to decorate.
• Books as wallpaper: Invest in a large number of leather-bound books in the same shade to create a wall of color.
• A spot of color: Have a monotone room? Pick out a few books in a striking color to add dimension.
• Books as furniture: Use a book, or a stack of books, to create end tables, coffee tables and pedestals.
• Augment with books: Try hanging books over the rungs of a ladder, or lining the edges of a room with books.
• Books as art: When books were more rare, they were displayed face out.

Take some favorite books and display them on bookstands.