Put a thin, flat piece of wood behind the trim, under. Make your own secret compartment book the spruce crafts. Book safes are an ageold way to stash ones treasuresthe key to a. If you dont have a book thick enough to store what you want, you can put together this fun book storage compartment that involves hiding things behind books rather than in them. The tops of bookcases often have decorative trim that hangs down.
Bonus points for making a stealth pipe out of a sharpie highlighter. How to make a secret compartment in a book the easy way i was discussing the possibility of hollowing out a book with a classmate of mine, and she thought the only way it could be done was with a razor blade and a ruler, not to mention the hours of. How to make a wooden box with a secret compartment our. Make a secret compartment in a book so you can hide valuable items. May 04, 20 this veeeeery devious concealment, which opens with a detachable magnetic clasp, is one of eight produced by design student yiting ching as part of her masters thesis, secret stash 2010. Book with a secret compartment crafting a green world. A hollow book can be a nifty way to hide something, whether its a spare key, a secret note, or even money. How to build a secret compartment box with little more. Depending on the thickness of the paper youll be able to cut about ten pages at once.
Back to school is about more than shopping for pencils, erasers, and new shoes. I made this secret book a few months ago, stuffed some goodies inside and displayed it in plain sight. Pop the book under several heavy books and let it dry, then cut your new hole out of the first page. Jul 18, 2015 a book is one of several items in your house that you can adapt to have a secret compartment. Shereen laplantz popular howto book titled, innovative bookbinding. Most people wouldnt think to browse your library for private or. Open the book on about page thirty and take your ruler to frame the page in a 1 inch frame. I fulfilled my childhood dream of making a secret book compartment.
Most people wouldnt think to browse your library for private or personal things. This secret book compartment is the best thing that has ever happened to me. Page 1 seemed like a good place to start the concealed pocket. This veeeeery devious concealment, which opens with a detachable magnetic clasp, is one of eight produced by design student yiting ching as part of her masters thesis, secret stash 2010. Make a secret compartment book for hiding valuables. Our book safes are finely crafted and sturdily made to last for decades. How to make a super secret book safe with images the secret. One of the easier methods of adding a secret compartment is to create a lid. Secret locks and compartments, woodworking magic tricks.
How to turn a hardcover book into a hidden safe ehow. Also includes instructions for adding backgrounds, magnets, and. Faster and better instructions to make hollow book safes, with and without any power tools. The paperback of the making a wizards wand, a secretcompartment box, and more. It is a fantastic idea because no one will think of looking for things inside a book and the person you gift this to will appreciate it immensely. How to build a secret compartment box with little more than a. To make your own secret compartment book, hannah margaret allen at food52 recommends you get a thick, old book youre willing to carve into, a box cutter or xacto knife, and some mod podge glue. After 15 years in business, tens of thousands of book safes have been shipped worldwide. Nov 01, 2010 take the time to make any last adjustments, making sure that the outside of the book doesnt sag and isnt crooked. Make a secret compartmant out of an electrical outlet how to.
Hollowing out a book is a classic way to hide things in plain sight, but the space is very limited. How to build a secret compartment box out of little more than a 2 x 4. Jun 17, 2015 multibook secret storage compartment by jason poel smith via make. How to make a hidden compartment in drywall home guides. How to make a wooden box with a secret compartment our pastimes.
Making a secret book safe is a lot easier than i thought. How to make hidden compartments in bookshelves home guides. They combine my love for secret compartments with my love for books. Period kit for school diy secret compartment notebook. Wall design an average wall in an average home consists of either twobyfour or twoby. How to make a secret compartment in a book the easy way i was discussing the possibility of hollowing out a book with a classmate of mine, and she thought the only way it could be done was with a razor blade and a ruler, not to mention the hours of effort and patience. Wall design an average wall in an average home consists of either twobyfour or twobysix studs arranged either 16 or 24 inches apart.
Only you will know that this book has a secret compartment. I fulfilled my childhood dream of making a secret book. A compartment in your drywall is easy to make as well as hide. You too can create this secret compartment notebook to be prepared on the go, any time. Please check out our unique and easy to build secret hidden compartments. Multibook secret storage compartment by jason poel smith via make. From hidden rooms behind bookshelves to secret compartments in furniture, hiding your stuff has never been more fun. Diy secret shelf project how to hide your valuables. Now that you have the top cover and the first couple of pages wrapped in. The first time i made a book hollow, i didnt bother looking at a tutorial and i failed. Secret storage books hollow books and book safes from.
If you have a book lover in your life gift them a secret stash book in which they can keep things that they want to hide from others. I quickly realised that if i were to make a secret book compartment true to those that i had seen on tv when i was younger, id need to put it midway through the book, to throw potential thieves off the scent. This one uses the toe kick area of a bookshelf for secret storage. Make a secret compartmant out of an electrical outlet. If the sides of the books will be visible, fold back the covers of the books on the left and right sides of the assembly before cutting. We all need a secret little spot to hide our treasures. Its one of those things that i thought id have to buy because i thought itd be a really cool gift. Paint the inside of the secret compartment with one layer of. I think most people including myself have a fascination with secret compartments, hidden doorways and suchlike.
The first step into making the hollow book is to select a book. The door doesnt have an obvious handle to open it and can be placed in an inconspicuous location. If you want to neaten up the top page and hide those corners, the best way to do it is to glue down one of your front pages that you were saving. Select a book, preferably a thick one with a sturdy hard cover. I suggest rummaging through books at yardgarage sales. Make the compartment as deep as you need it to be, make sure not to go all the way to the end of the book, otherwise the compartment. Make a hidden compartment using a deck of cards how to. Build a plywood box for the secret compartment to fit the opening and glue the book parts to the box with construction adhesive. How to sew a hidden pocket in a pair of pants or shorts.
How to make hidden compartments in bookshelves home. Choose an not too thin book, which you dont want to read anymore. Another plus to making this clever hiding space is that a diy book safe is cheaper than having a wall safe installed in your home. We are avid gamers so we like to sit on our sofa all night long, and this is a perfect way to have a coffee table that takes up very little space and serves as a lovely dinner table. It only takes a few hours of your time to build and gives you peace of mind knowing that your valuables are hidden and safe in your home. Book hiding place whipstitchdesigns hidden compartments secret compartment book crafts. I show how to make a book safe that can be used to hide small items. Note that each diy hidden compartment project has its own short video which details just how easy each is to build. These hidden compartments can be used to hide anything from cash to weapons. Jan 19, 2016 if youve got a spare 2 x 4 and a little bit of time, you. Add this coat rack to your homes entryway or mudroom and youll have a hidden. Secret hiding places youve never thought of family handyman.
It wasnt an easy decision to make it phone sized, as ideally i would use the secret compartment to house a small bottle of brandy or a handgun, but neither were at my disposal at the time. This site explains my techniques, which i use to churn out several hundred book safes a year. See more ideas about hidden compartments, hidden rooms and hidden storage. Secret storage books this secret storage book is made from cardboard instead of an actual book, and decorated to look like a large bound novel. Make the consistency just enough for the glue to be runny, and more easily. Whether it is jewelry, candy you want all to yourself, money or other trinkets, this secret compartment book will do the trick. How to make a secret compartment in a book the easy way. Insert the faux bottom into the box once it is attached to the insert end boards. One trait that every woodworker shares is the desire to be able to build something with their own. To start making your hollow book, youll want to save a few pages at the beginning and at the end of the book so it looks more realistic. Take the time to make any last adjustments, making sure that the outside of the book doesnt sag and isnt crooked. I opened the first page of the book and decided to trace my phone onto it.
Hidden compartments in your home are not only fun for the secretive aspect, but can also be very helpful if you want to make it hard to steal your valuables. After multitudinous requests, we are pleased to present this 20 edition. How to make a secret compartment in a book snapguide. A book is one of several items in your house that you can adapt to have a secret compartment. Being made of cardboard it may be less durable than an actual book safe, but the secret compartment inside is much larger in proportion to the outside. Jan 19, 2016 how to build a secret compartment box out of little more than a 2 x 4. Bruce wayne hid the entrance to the batcave behind a bookcase, operated by a button hidden in a bust of shakespeare. Gently pull it out of the cling film and smooth it down over the top so it is glued closed.
How to build a cheap secret compartment using a magnetic lock and concealed hinges, this tutorial shows you how to make a cheap secret compartment in the base of a bookcase, cabinet or other furniture. This guide features 16 projects built by our users made to keep your stuff safe and hidden from view. To make your own secret compartment book, hannah margaret allen at food52 recommends you get a thick, old book youre willing to carve into, a box cutter or. Aug 28, 20 shereen laplantz popular howto book titled, innovative bookbinding. Select the first few pages that you want to have free at the end of the project plus one more. How to make a secret compartment in a book the easy way i was discussing the possibility of hollowing out a book with a classmate of mine, and she thought.
Making a wizards wand, a secretcompartment box, and more. Make sure this is a book your own, and not one belonging to the library, or your family. See more ideas about hidden compartments, hidden rooms and. A book safe is a project that is also perfect for older kids. Try building this piece of furniture yourself and youll have plenty of space to store your books and collectibles. It is a paper craft project that is fast and super easy to make. If you dont have a book thick enough to store what you want, you can put together this fun book storage compartment that involves hiding things behind books. Doityourself guide to making secret hollow book safes. Some methods are easier than others, and so the best method will depend upon diy skills. Make a secret compartment in a book so you can hide valuable items how to. How to make a hollow secret stash book miss v viola.
Paint the inside of the secret compartment with one layer of mod podge. Older children also have little valuables that they wish to hide from prying eyes. How to make a book with a secret compartment wonderhowto. How to make secret compartment furniture stashvault.