First off, thank you SO much for your kind comments and support on Sunday's post. I think I have the sweetest readers in the world. Thank you.
On to today's post. The master bedroom is actually finished, but it's not quite time for the reveal. However, I wanted to share one wall I did a photo collage on that I'm really excited about. On my husband's side of the bed there was a big empty wall and I couldn't decide what to put on it. I love art, but I always end up loving photos on the wall more than anything.
So, I pinned this picture below (from HERE) and took some inspiration from it.
So, I pinned this picture below (from HERE) and took some inspiration from it.
In the end, I decided to hang the photos in a really unique way, to create interest.
I took some shots of all of us and I cross processed all the photos at about 30-40% to give them some continuity.
I saw the superhero picture idea on Pinterest (originally from HERE) and had to use it, since it's so Rex. (It reminded me of that video we did with him.)
I had to squeeze in a cheesy one of Mr. Roar and I, since it's our bedroom :) I also took a picture of my wedding ring and added the letters to make it say "love."
I made the "We're better together" art on picmonkey.
So here's how I did it. I knew I would have to spend some money to get that many pictures up on the wall, but I tried to save where I could. I purchased the 8x10 frames from Wal-mart for $3 each. I spray painted them all white.
I printed up the photos at Costco ($1.50 for 8x10s). I used fabric scraps for some of the frames as well.
To be able to hang them exactly how I wanted to AND be able to change the photos out, there was really only one option. I used the Command Strips for picture hanging. They are pricier than using nails, but they are crazy easy to use and I can remove them when I'm done without leaving holes everywhere. I felt they were worth the cost. They have a sticky side and a side that's almost like velcro. You put one strip on the wall and one on the frame. Then they click together. I used two sets on each frame.
I love that I can change out the pictures easily when I want to.
And there you have it.
I can't wait to show you the rest of the room, but it'll be a couple of weeks.
Thanks for dropping in. See you tomorrow.
UPDATE: See the whole completed room now HERE.
UPDATE: See the whole completed room now HERE.
Linking to Tatertots and Jello
29 comments:
So crazy cute!!! Hope you dont mind if I copy you ;) I'm loving this!
I absolutely loooove this!!!!! And I love that picture of Rex sooo cute!
That is beautiful! I love the pics of you two kissing....great idea! The superhero picture of Rex is adorable!
I like how you did not make a solid mass of frames, like the inspiration photo. That looks fantastic!
I love the picture setup! :) Very cute.
oh dear me, i love it!!!
So cute, I love how it's different and not symmetrical. I've used those command strips before too and love them. I am sometimes scared to put holes in my walls so it's great. Can't wait to see the big reveal!
We've been talking about doing a collage wall in our living room. I love the pattern you used. Very interesting to look at.
Hey - regarding your inspiration pic from pinterest that you mentioned, there are the links to the original sources and ideas here: http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/flickr-find-photo-wall-97425
Yours came out absolutely adorable - congratulations! I think I'll schedule a "silly photo day" myself ;)
Nicely done! I like that it can easily be changed either by switching photos, painting the frames over, or just moving a couple frames.
Obsessed with this!
You did a great job. I bought those frames for a project but tried painting them with brushes instead of spray paint. Major craft failure! I didn't even think to use spray paint.
So regarding the pic monkey saying what do you use on for the backgrounds to put the words on? Every time i have tired it the resolution for the background is bad and the quote turns out horrid!
-shelly
I love it! What a fun arrangement!
Ahhhh I LOVE this ! And I need something for OUR master bedroom bare wall. I'm "borrowing" your idea and I'll link back to you on my blog when Im done !
Thanks for the inspiration...as always darling ! :)
wonderful! Both the original idea and your take on it.
Seriously?! Is there anything you CAN'T do?! You rock my DYI-ing socks right off! Lovely wall for a lovely family.
I love it!
Love love love it! It turned out super cute! Way to go Bear! I need those photos of the boys forwarded so I can put them up in our house please!
That is such an incredible collage! I LOVE it! I can't wait to see the rest of the room!
I LOVE it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Aljonushka from faraway Belarus
You are so creative in making your house a true 'home'...
Maybe I'm just a dork, but what exactly is cross processing? The finished effect, whatever it is, turned out so nicely!
this is the BEST photo arrangement/display ever. This is one i realy want to COPY. Thank you
Wow, that turned out amazing! I love that you went with it being unique instead of just a big block of pictures. Awesome!
Such a cute idea, and it looks great! Nice job!
Hey Shelly! I answered your question here:
http://www.iammommahearmeroar.net/2012/07/creating-printables-your-questions.html
I hope that helps!
Cheri
I L.O.V.E. that layout! Your pictures are adorable, too. It's a refreshing take on the gallery wall. Thanks so much for the inspiration.
Amy
Oh too funny Cheri! I have been following your blog for so long & I missed this post that included my sons Superhero photo that you used for inspiration! I love it! Every child LOVES it! I ended up making it into a "card" that my son can pass out to his friends. It includes his name, number, my email and what not so his friends can get in touch. As a 4x6 print it is SO easy to hang on the fridge & looks awesome. All his friends parents LOVE it! :)
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