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Bookish Content Creation Starter Kit
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Wanting to start your bookish content journey? Here are some items to get you going from tools to aesthetic decor ideas.
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Flora/Fauna
 
Flatlay Decor
 
Backdrop
 
Tech/Tools
 
Editing Tools

Flora/Fauna

 
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A pop of green goes a long way and faux plants don't die!
Faux Greenery
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Pampas grass adds dimension whether laying down or placed in a vase
Artificial Pampas Grass
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Flowers can add a touch of elegance and these can be found in a multitude of colors
Faux Roses
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Use the portrait mode on your camera and hold baby's breath close to the edge of the camera to play around with depth
Babys Breath
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Pick your favorite flower or stock a variety of colors to match book covers
Artificial Peonies
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Flatlay Decor

 
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Use a tray, edge the corner in for added detail, or play around with a mirror effect for photos
Gold Mirror Tray
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Depending on your desired style pick one that best suits you but is still small enough to easily manuver
Mirrored Trays
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Use basket material for a warm rustic vibe
Basket Trays
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Faux or real candles add a touch of cozy to any photo or keep them unlit to fill the photo area
Glass Candle
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Play around with various shapes and textures for added dimension
Natural Wood Beaded Garland
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The best place to find old and well loved books is thrift stores! They can be stacked closed or open for added detail or play around with folding pages to create additional art
Vintage Books
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Keys are a fun way to play into vintage/steampunk styles
Antique Keys
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DIY it or buy pre dried fruits for added color if flowers aren't your vibe
Dried Orange Slices
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Find your style then add your beverage of choice or fill with beads/flowers/etc.
Teacups - Cups, Mugs, Saucers: Home & Kitchen
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All fantasy lovers need a great dagger in their collection! Check out letter opener options for a lower cost item
Daggers
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Frame your favorite art, a book page, use as a tray for small decor like jewelry or lay out on the outskirts of the photo frame for pops of color
Antique Picture Frame
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Unique decor pieces add great eye catching qualities! Sometimes all you need is a corner of somethin in the photo to make it more appealing
Vintage Phonograph Model Resin Figurine - Home Decoration & Birthday Gift | SHEIN USA
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Backdrop

 
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Elevate your backdrop while maintaining space with a fabric sample
1pc Satin Fabric Simulation Silk Wedding Dress ...
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Find an option that works best for you - there are some really cute ones out there that can be modge podged to a poster board or spread loose for a background
Vintage Paper
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No "perfect" table for photos? No problem! Find a few pieces of wood grain scrapbook paper to create a faux tabletop design
Wood Grain Scrapbook Paper
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More background options to fake a backdrop
Brick Scrapbook Paper
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Find fun patterns to edge in the sides of your photos or make them the main backdrop!
Black & White Checkered Scrapbook Paper - 12" x 12" | Hobby Lobby
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Fabric samples from craft stores are a cheap way to add texture and color too! Want that white sheet effect but don't have sheets?? Buy fabric! Hobby lobby fabrics always rotate being on sale
White Fabric By the Yard
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Retro/vintage paper can come in all shapes and sizes and adds the prettiest details!
30 Sheets Retro Purple Flower Matte Art Paper for Scrapbooking & Creative Projects
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Tech/Tools

 
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Get a wireless microphone for video filming to enhance sound quality! Once you use one it's hard to go back
Mini Microphone
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Lighting is crucial! Bad lighting will make or break a video so make sure your space is well lit
Ring Light
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Say goodbye to shaky videos! A phone tripod can be adjusted to many heights and will give you a steady video every time
Best Cell Phone Tripods
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Editing Tools

 
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Presets can make establishing an aesthetic easy or even help elevate your photo! Lou & Marks always has bundle sales that can be applied to editing apps like Lightroom!
Lou & Marks Presets: The #1 Best-Selling Lightroom Presets
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Lightroom is super easy to use and affordable for the pro version too! I upload my presets here and then adjust additional lighting/saturation details before posting
Online photo editor | Photoshop Lightroom
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Canva is a great way to create UCG or add details to your photos! I love a good trope graphic and Canva makes it easy! Pro is a bit pricy but depending on your usage it may be worth it
Canva: Visual Suite for Everyone
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Great for video editing or creating template reels! A good amount of free options but a wide variety included in the pro option
CapCut | All-in-one video editor & graphic design tool driven by AI
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