Craft Ideas Inspired by Popular Series
Ever connect with a book series so much that you want to make it part of your everyday life? Us too. So, we created some creative book bracelet ideas to celebrate Game Changers, the Heated Rivalry series by Rachel Reid.
We’ve also got ideas for beaded tassel bookmarks for readers who love ACOTAR, the Court of Thorns and Roses series by Sarah J. Maas. And if you’re a fan of Julia Quinn’s Bridgerton series, you can make a Bridgerton-themed phone case.
These easy crafts are fun book club activities, as well as for get-togethers and anyone who enjoys DIY projects. With inspiration from these trending series, all available on Hoopla, you can turn iconic quotes and fandom moments into wearable, shareable keepsakes.
Why Try Book-Themed Crafts?
Book-inspired DIY projects are more than just fun crafts to do. They help you connect with fellow readers and stories you love. From bracelets to bookmarks, these creations are fun to make and trade with friends.
Plus, they’re simple to make with affordable materials, so they’re perfect craft ideas for all ages.
Game Changers Series Bracelets
You’ll need:
- Stretchy elastic cord (0.7–1 mm)
- Letter beads
- Spacer beads
- Scissors
- Optional: jewelry glue or tape
Choose the colors for your spacer beads. If you’re making these with friends, you could all choose the same colors. Or your school colors!
And since we’re talking about hockey teams, you can theme your book bracelet to a favorite player and his team colors/number:
Ilya Rozanov: Black, white, and yellow, number 81.
Shane Hollander: Blue, white, and red, number 24.
Scott Hunter: Red and white, number 21.
Use the alphabet beads to spell out a team, message, or quote from the books. Some suggestions:
Community themes: “One Team,” “All In,” Game Changers,” “We Got This”
Book references:
“Hollanov” – Shane and Ilya’s ship name (Heated Rivalry and The Long Game)
“Blue Moon Over Brooklyn” – the blueberry-based drink Kip makes for Scott in Game Changer.
Lay out letter beads in order before stringing, then follow these steps:
- Cut elastic (10–12 inches)
- String beads: spacer → phrase → spacer
- Check fit (6–7 inches unstretched)
- Tie a secure knot
- Hide the knot inside a bead (optional glue)
Find the whole Heated Rivalry audiobook series on Hoopla. You can read the whole Heated Rivalry eBook series with Hoopla too!
ACOTAR-Inspired Beaded Tassel Bookmarks
Dive into the world of A Court of Thorns and Roses with swappable tassels that highlight the various courts in the series.
You’ll need:
- Strong thread
- Embroidery floss
- Beads
- Scissors
First, choose your thread and bead color combination based on the court you want to honor:
- ⚫🟣⚪⭐Night Court: Black, purple, silver, with star beads
- 🟢🫓🟡🌸Spring Court: Light green, cream, gold accents, with floral beads
- 🟠🟤🍂Autumn Court: Burnt orange and copper tones, with leaf beads
- ⚪🔵⚪❄️Winter Court: White, pale blue, silver, with clear or frosted beads
- 🟢🔵🟡💠Summer Court: Teal, aqua, gold, with turquoise and glass beads
Now, follow these steps:
- String beads onto strong thread.
- Loop the floss 10+ times over 1–4 fingers, depending on how long you want the tassel.
- Wrap one end (the tassel neck) with metallic floss, leaving enough of a loop to add a hanger.
- Cut the other end of the loop to make the tassel.
- Trim the long ends so they are even.
These tassels can be attached to bookmarks, keychains, and phones.
Because each design reflects the mood and identity of the courts, these tassels are fun companions for your next read.
Some quote ideas for ACOTAR bracelets (see instructions for Game Changers Series Bracelets):
“To the Stars Who Listen” (from A Court of Mist and Fury – Book 2)
“House of Wind Book Club” (Feyre learns to read during A Court of Thorns and Roses – Book 1 and Nesta reads while staying at the House of Wind in A Court of Silver and Flames – Book 4)
Make these crafts while listening to the ACOTAR series on audiobooks!
Bridgerton-Inspired DIY Craft Ideas
Create an elegant, Regency-inspired phone case based on the world of Julia Quinn’s Bridgerton.
DIY “Diamond of the Season” Phone Case
You’ll need:
- Clear phone case
- Small pressed flowers
- Pearl beads
- Gold accents
- Craft glue
Choose a palette:
Diamond of the Season (white, ivory, gold)
Garden Party (sage, blush, greenery)
Lady Whistledown: (cream, black, minimal gold)
Now, follow these steps:
- Arrange florals asymmetrically
- Glue flowers in place
- Add pearl accents
- Apply subtle gold details
- Seal with Mod Podge
- Let dry completely
Want to make Bridgerton bracelets? See instructions for Game Changers Series Bracelets.
Some quote ideas for Bridgerton bracelets:
“You vex me.” – Anthony and Kate in The Viscount Who Loved Me
“I love you. I’ve loved you for years.” – Colin and Penelope in Romancing Mister Bridgerton
Listen to The Viscount Who Loved Me and Romancing Mister Bridgerton on audiobook.
You can enjoy the whole Bridgerton series on eBook and audiobook with Hoopla.
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From ACOTAR-inspired quotes to Bridgerton elegance and Game Changers team spirit, these book bracelet and DIY craft ideas transform reading into something you can wear, share, and celebrate. Give these easy crafts a try and connect stories with creativity—and Hoopla!
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