Whether you are decorating a kids bedroom or are simply trying to showcase your personality in your home, hanging photographs is a great way to bring that something ‘special’ into each room in your home. Furthermore, having plenty of photographs displayed within your home could actually help you to feel happier, according to recent studies. This is due to the fact that you’ll be reminded of the happy memories contained behind the frame every time you walk by them.
However, while you may remember years of your school photos stacking up on your grandparent’s mantlepiece or windowsill, there are plenty of more inventive ways in which you can display photographs in your home. With that in mind, here are some top tips for displaying photographs in your home!
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Keep it simple with stylish frames.
As mentioned previously, there are plenty of ways to get creative when hanging photographs within your home. However, sometimes, you cannot beat the use of simple and stylish frames that give each and every photograph a sleek, professional finish. Furthermore, there are plenty of ways in which you can make a simple frame a little more creative – such as by adding a unique mounting to the back of the frame. For example, you could choose a unique pattern or bright colour. Click here for more details on all things framing!
Create a coffee-table book.
Coffee table books are becoming an increasingly popular decor choice. However, they can often be expensive, and while they look great, they also gather dust as it’s rare that guests actually pick them up to browse through them. However, by making your own coffee-table book featuring your favourite family photographs and memories, not only are you adding a touch of sophistication to your home, but you’re also giving your guests a reason to pick up the book in the first place – meaning it serves a purpose beyond being simply decorative. If you enjoyed putting together the book, they also make an excellent Christmas gift for friends and family members!
Create a wall collage.
Wall collages are another great way to display your photographs, though they do require some careful planning. For example, while arranging photos uniformly can look sophisticated, it’s also a little boring – and the best collage walls involve a mixture of shapes, textures and frames. For example, you could pair your photographs with a piece of complementary artwork to create a visual masterpiece that your guests will not want to take their eyes away from. Again, you should stray away from choosing photographs that are all the same size, too, as this allows you to experiment a little more with shapes and patterns. For example, you could create a wall collage in the shape of a heart. If you find that you are indecisive, use command strips or similar products to test out your design ideas before committing to hanging them properly. This is a great way to know you have made the right decision.
Cover the stairway in photographs.
Many people chose not to decorate their staircase to keep the space looking as clean and organised as possible. However, this also means that there’s often a lot of empty space in this area, which can make your home’s entryway look a little dull and uninviting. With that in mind, you can kill two birds with one stone by brightening up the space and displaying your photographs by hanging them in this area. Again, you could try your hand at creating some kind of wall collage or simply hang them in a simple diagonal line that follows the natural incline of your stairs.
If you’re not a natural at DIY – here’s a top tip: Start by hanging the photograph at the top of the stairs (i.e. the highest point) first. This will also help you to ensure that you can space out all of the photographs easily without having them all cluttered in one space. Of course, you should always try to use measurement tools too during this process for you to achieve a clean, professional finish.
Print some canvases.
Turning your favourite family photographs into canvases is another great way in which you can start to display your most beloved memories in your home. They can help you turn even the most simplistic photograph into a work of art, giving photographs you may have snapped on your phone into a professional work of art. Even better, you can now order photo canvases online and have them delivered directly to your door – which saves you a great deal of time and effort. Again, don’t be afraid to create a collage out of your canvases by selecting a variety of different sizes and then finding a unique way to display them. For example, you could place a large canvas in the centre of the room and a series of smaller canvases around it in a circle. In this case, you should ensure that the larger canvas is your favourite picture, as this will likely become the focal point that guests’ eyes are drawn to from the moment they walk in through the door. You should also ensure that the photographs complement each other nicely. For example, they may feature similar colours.
Create a photo garland.
Over the past few years, polaroid photographs have experienced a resurgence in popularity – meaning that you may find you have a lot of polaroids lying around the home that you’d like to display as opposed to simply putting them in some cupboard and forgetting about them. One way you can display these photos creatively is by creating a photo garland. For example, you could get your hands on some string, ribbon or even fairy lights and attach the polaroids to them at regular intervals. These garlands would look great in any area of the home but are particularly effective in bedrooms or studies. You may also find that this is a great addition to your teenager’s room, especially if they like taking photographs with their friends. If garlands aren’t their thing, you could stick polaroid photographs to their bedroom door or even their walls – which is another great way to show off their photography skills.
Create a scrapbook.
While a coffee-table book may scream sophistication, a scrapbook screams fun and creativity. This is due to the fact that it is often a little less uniformal, encouraging you all to let your creativity reign when displaying your photographs, memories or keepsakes. This is a fun activity that the whole family can get involved in, meaning that it is a great way for you to spend your time together. Furthermore, putting together a scrapbook is rather inexpensive – as at the most basic level, you simply need to get your hands on paper, cards, pens and sellotape or glue. (However, you shouldn’t underestimate the value of a bit of glitter). When you’ve completed your scrapbook, find a way to display them clearly in your home. For example, you could display them alongside your coffee table book or place them on your bookshelves.
As you can see, there are plenty of ways in which you can begin to display your photographs in your home. Doing so is important, as your memories deserve far more than becoming some forgotten folder on your computer or phone – they deserve to be seen. Finally, displaying them proudly within your home is a great way to ensure that they last forever – though you might want to make sure that you brush up on your photography skills ahead of time.
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