An old book
Ruler
Ink pad
Hot glue gun
Old ornament
Pencil
Begin by preparing your book. Rip out the pages, then begin ripping 1 1/2 inch strips then 1 1/2 inch squares. I used the edge of the ruler to tear straight lines. I wanted a rough edge, but you could also cut these squares with scissors.
You will need MANY squares. Now, rub the edges of the squares over the ink pad to age and distress them. I omitted this step as my book was really old and already looking quite distressed.
Using your pencil, form the square of paper over the end of the pencil. Place a dot of hot glue onto the end of the paper "cup". And, stick it to the ball, frame or whatever you are working on.
Repeat about a thousand times until the entire ball is covered. And now for the parade of pictures.
I made these ornaments for the boys' 2009 keepsake ornaments and embellished them with recycled Christmas cards. Sorry no photo, they are already put away for the season. Jackson really liked helping out and got to where he can make them by himself and I just have to fill in a few holes. Jackson and I have been making these a lot lately. He is my project kid. He really knows his way around a glue gun.
Do you spy what's down there in the corner? That's the book wreath I'm still working on. I ran out of paper! Anyway, I'll show it to you when done, fabulosity in the making. 
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