Hanging Art On The Chalkboard Wall
If you read this post you know my initial shopping trip to find several frames was less than successful. Had I gone to Michael's first that wouldn't have been the case. After a stop there I came away with everything I needed to proceed with this project.
Now I can move on to art wall layout. Lengths of paper are rolled out and taped together, to replicate the size as the chalkboard wall.
Next the outline of the cabinet is drawn onto the paper...
providing a visual of what the art will be hung above.
Then I started playing around with the layout of the frames.
Adding more...
and more.
Roscoe had to come see what I was doing. Can you believe he later made a snack out of the small gold frame? I had special plans for that one, a small Valentine's Day gift for my husband. I'll try to repair it later today.
In the meantime, the layout isn't quite right yet...but I'll work it out. I'm realizing it was a good idea to use this paper rather than to randomly start hammering holes into the chalkboard wall!
30 comments:
LOVE it so far. Can't wait to see it compete. I wish you lived in Ohio ;)
I really like seeing the process behind this one. You really have some great content - the photos and images have a strong impact and man that is a cute dog!
Can't wait to see the finished product and your dog is ADORABLE.
Looks like you are on the right track for sure! Maybe Roscoe thought you were going for the distressed look!
Everytime I see a wall with lots of frame like this. I always admired how they incorporate small and large frames together. Did'nt occur to me that it would be this easy.
Great techniques. Thanks Janelle, i learn something today!
I think that is Roscoe's way of saying he like it. LOL!
Coming along..patience is a virtue. ;D I find it hard to maintain too. The continuity is great among the artwork and frames. Loving it!!
Oooh. This is going to look fabulous when it's done!
I'm enjoying seeing the progress. It's looking amazing (of course!).
:)
Roeshel
That is very smart way to do it !
we have one of these and i love it!
Laying out the wall on paper was a brilliant idea! Much better than a wall of holes! I can't wait to see how the wall turns out.
Chelsea
It is going to look amazing Janell!
xo,
cristin
Ooh tomorrow there's a big auction of frames here in Paris - I'm sure you'd find just the frames you'd need (check out the catalogue here -
http://www.auctioneve.com/html/index.jsp?id=6588&lng=fr
and photos here - http://catalogue.drouot.com/visitesdesalles/visite.jsp?su=6588&lng=fr)
I am excited to see the final result...I am the type that starts hammering, and then regrets my hastiness. I need to take a cue and plan it out ahead of time.
I had a question...the framed fabric in your daughter's room...what is it? I love it!!
THANKS!
Ooo - can't wait to see it! I love wall collages..
Danielle
I'm a planner too and would have done the same thing. Better to take your time than regret it! It's going to look marvelous.
So glad you found all the frames you need - I can already see it's going to look amazing.
Can't wait to see how it turns out! :)
This is great! I never would have thought of doing a a wall size mock-up complete with dresser. Thanks! I'm anxious to see how your wall turns out! Lisa
great idea!
you have way more patience that i do.
it is looking amazing, by the way.
What an interesting way to practice arranging! I've seen folks cut paper out in the shape of the frames and tape those on the wall, but I like this idea better as it involves an awful lot less cutting!
(And isn't it weird how blogging about projects really makes you dot all your "i's" and cross all your "t's"??)
I wish I had the patience to do this. You inspire me though and I will try it. I hope your gold frame is repaired.
This looks fabulous so far! My client turned me on to a site that sells pre-packaged frames and templates but this is so much more authentic. And I love the idea of leaving some of these frames empty...
Excited to see the outcome!
Marija
Looks great so far- I love that you gave the drawing of the dresser lots of detail too :)
Great idea. Love the look so far. I did something similar in my kids playroom recently but I traced the frames and stuck the paper on the walls until I was happy with a layout. Can't wait to see it finished.
Its getting there!! I can't wait to see it. Michael's ~ love that place :)
Paula Grace ~
looking good! I can't wait to see what you do with the cabinet!
I ADORE where this is going! I can't wait to see the finished results. :)
Cheers~
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There's that adorable BAD doggie !
Holy cow! Your work sheet is a piece of art! It's going to look stunning!
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