Painting or drawing art isn't exactly my strong point unless it is categorised under very very abstract art. If you have played Pictionary with me you'll know what I mean. So how could I decorate my bare white walls to give it life, excite my creative senses and fill it with a lovely homely feel without needing to buy expensive wall art or spend days making something? Here are 5 quick and easy ideas.
1. Interior Design & Colour Brochures
You can find some great interior design and colour brochures from your local hardware and/or paint store (which are free!) and simply stick these up on your wall using double sided tape. Easy peasy wall art.
I did this for the wall facing my work desk and used Scotch Restickable Tabs for Mounting so it wouldn't damage my walls. Much better than my previously white one! The brochures I used were the Taubmans Look Books which had great pictures, colours and design tips on the front and back so I got 2 of each brochure and cut it up to fit how I wanted to display it. On another wall in my room I also used a mix of Dulux, Bristol and Wattyl brochures, colour charts and paint swatches. Yes, I got a bit excited :)
Also check out how to create Modern Wall Art using Paint Swatches by Rachel from A Beautiful Mess.
I did this for the wall facing my work desk and used Scotch Restickable Tabs for Mounting so it wouldn't damage my walls. Much better than my previously white one! The brochures I used were the Taubmans Look Books which had great pictures, colours and design tips on the front and back so I got 2 of each brochure and cut it up to fit how I wanted to display it. On another wall in my room I also used a mix of Dulux, Bristol and Wattyl brochures, colour charts and paint swatches. Yes, I got a bit excited :)
Also check out how to create Modern Wall Art using Paint Swatches by Rachel from A Beautiful Mess.
2. Printed Fabric Covered Canvas
Have you got a piece of fabric you like? Get an art canvas frame (I got mine from a bargain shop) in the size and shape to suit your wall space, staple the fabric to the back with neat corners then just hang it up. How quick is that?
Well, let me pre-warn you though, when I did mine it didn't take long to staple together but the hard part was finding the right fabric print and material. This one here is fabric that I got from Ikea. I liked this one since it fit in with my colour scheme, the large print resembled a piece of art rather than the small repetitive pattern of typical prints used for clothing and it was well priced at $9.99 per metre too! You can use printed quilt covers, pillow cases, or an old favourite printed t-shirt.
Well, let me pre-warn you though, when I did mine it didn't take long to staple together but the hard part was finding the right fabric print and material. This one here is fabric that I got from Ikea. I liked this one since it fit in with my colour scheme, the large print resembled a piece of art rather than the small repetitive pattern of typical prints used for clothing and it was well priced at $9.99 per metre too! You can use printed quilt covers, pillow cases, or an old favourite printed t-shirt.
3. Textured / Patterned Place Mats & Table Runners
Place mats or table runners with interesting textures, patterns, shapes and colours can add an extra dimension to your wall space. You can hang them vertically/horizontally against the wall or even off the ceiling since they're light. I found this one made of red felt (I love red!) at a local homewares store for less than $5.
Here are some other placemat projects on Design Build Love and So Love That.
Here are some other placemat projects on Design Build Love and So Love That.
4. Toilet Paper Rolls
Source: The TP FLower Project by Tali of Imperfectly Perfect
It's amazing what you can do with the humble toilet roll! Who knew it could be wall art? The example here is from Tali of Imperfectly Perfect . She has great instructions on how to create this. You'll find a heap of others on Google too. I'm keen to try this project out since I am NOT in short supply of toilet rolls :)
It's amazing what you can do with the humble toilet roll! Who knew it could be wall art? The example here is from Tali of Imperfectly Perfect . She has great instructions on how to create this. You'll find a heap of others on Google too. I'm keen to try this project out since I am NOT in short supply of toilet rolls :)
5. Postcards
Source: Art Collage Postkort by Melissa of Ideas to Steal
Pulling together your stash of holiday or art postcards into a wall art collage adds a nice personal touch and a great way to reminisce and relive those fun travel adventures. The example here is by Melissa of Ideas to Steal.
Pulling together your stash of holiday or art postcards into a wall art collage adds a nice personal touch and a great way to reminisce and relive those fun travel adventures. The example here is by Melissa of Ideas to Steal.
So what do you think? Can you see other everyday items hanging around your house , hidden away or constantly being thrown out that might transform into a wall art master piece?
I wonder if I can do something with ...
xo Miss Freckles
I wonder if I can do something with ...
xo Miss Freckles
