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: Place the book back onto the folded paper. Open the front cover and fold approximately 2 to 3 inches of the paper's side edge over the front cover. Tuck the book's front cover into this newly created pocket.

To cover a book with paper (like a brown grocery bag), you typically need a large sheet of paper, scissors, and optionally tape. The general process involves sizing the paper to the book's height and creating "sleeves" for the front and back covers to slide into. Step-by-Step Instructions directions

: Mark where the paper needs to fold over the back cover (leaving about 2 to 3 inches), trim any excess paper, and fold the edge inward. Slide the back cover of the book into this second pocket. : Place the book back onto the folded paper

: While many paper covers stay in place via the pockets alone, you can use tape to secure the inside flaps to the paper itself. Do not tape the paper directly to the book to avoid damage. How to Make a Paper Bag Book Cover To cover a book with paper (like a

: If using a grocery bag, cut off the handles and the bottom. Slit the bag down one side or along a seam to create one large, flat rectangular sheet.

: Place your book in the center of the paper. Fold the top and bottom edges of the paper inward so that the height of the paper perfectly matches the height of the book.

: Close the book and wrap the remaining paper around the spine and back cover to ensure it is taut but not so tight that the book won't close.