Whether you’re looking to make a famous prop from your favorite movie or planning a Mean Girls Halloween outfit, a DIY Burn Book is a fun and creative project. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you craft your very own Burn Book.
Things You’ll Need
- Bright pink composition notebook or pink acrylic paint
- Black permanent markers (thick and thin)
- Printer and scissors (optional)
- Magazines (optional)
- Glue stick or hot glue gun
- Red lipstick
- Spray sealant or clear packing tape (optional)
Method 1: Wrapping the Book in Wrapping Paper
Step 1: Buy a Pink Composition Notebook
The original Mean Girls Burn Book is a bright fuchsia pink. You can find a notebook in this color online or at office supply stores. If you can’t find one, paint a regular composition notebook with pink acrylic paint.
Tip: If you’re making a Burn Book for fun, consider customizing the color for a personal touch.
Step 2: Doodle on the Cover with Black Permanent Marker
Decorate the inner corners of the book with geometric shapes. Pull up a picture of the original Burn Book and try to replicate The Plastic’s designs. Draw zig-zags, hearts, and squared swirls. Write words like “mean,” “stab,” and “eat me” for authenticity.
Tip: Use both thick and thin black permanent markers to match the original’s design.
Step 3: Glue the Title “Burn Book” onto the Cover
Print out the iconic Burn Book letters or cut them out from a magazine. Search for “mean girls burn book letters” online and select an image to print. Cut out the letters and arrange them on the cover using a glue stick, using a reference photo for guidance.
Tip: Use hot glue for a more secure hold, but be aware that it may cause the paper letters to bubble.
Step 4: Kiss the Center of the Cover
Put on some red lipstick and kiss the center of the cover, right between the words “burn” and “book.” Apply the lipstick thickly so it sticks cleanly to the book.
Tip: Use a long-lasting lipstick to prevent smudging.
Step 5: Seal the Cover (Optional)
To protect your Burn Book, consider adding a spray sealant or clear packing tape over the cover. This will help your book last longer, especially if you plan to use it frequently.
Tip: If using spray sealant, follow the instructions carefully. If using packing tape, wrap the ends over the edge to the underside of the cover to keep it from peeling.
Conclusion
Your DIY Burn Book is now complete and ready to be used as a prop, diary, or class book. Remember, while making this iconic piece from Mean Girls is fun, always use it for positive and creative purposes. Enjoy your fetch new creation!
