29 Nov 2010

Old books

P72

I've often contemplated whether to throw out my old books or not. I can't see myself ever reading them again, but for some reason find it extremely difficult to part with them.

They are all old and stained, but not quite old and stained enough to have that classic antique look or feel.

Here, as I sit packing boxes, I once again find myself pulling out these 'treasures' from the back of a cupboard only to find another suitable cupboard in our new house to hide them. How bazaar.

But then.....I came across this idea. These books have been covered in old nautical maps and make a wonderfully simple decor statement.

The last time we moved house I threw out all my old 'National Geographics' maps. What a fail. But really, how difficult can they be to find? If it offers my old books a new purpose its got to be worth it. It will make me feel better about keeping them too. I do like this.