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Here's another great way to use scrapbook paper:

graphic scrapbook paper basic grey paper

I bought 12x12 frames from Michael's that are made to frame scrapbook pages - I think they were $10/ea. I went online to www.paperaddict.com, and bought about 50 pieces of scrapbook paper. I got multiples of some really graphic ones, like those in the first picture. Also, many companies sell papers in coordinating sets, like in the second picture - I can mix and match red, yellow, green, cream, etc., with those. The papers are about 75 cents apiece (give or take...). All I have to do is switch out the papers and I have a rotating selection of wall art to fit virtually any color scheme and interior design - from contemporary to traditional.

Hope you find this helpful!

Monica

Posted by Monica Murphy, ASP, IAHSP, RESA on 06/18/2008 10:47 AM

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28 Comments on More inexpensive wall art - follow up

JUN

2008

Great idea, Monica. I am an avid scrapbooker, and have a love for decorating. I see this as a potential tool for my listings that should make my Sellers happy for the help. Thanks for sharing!

Frances Sanderson, Franklin, NH REALTOR®, Certified EcoBroker^®

What a clever idea! Beautiful, tasteful and so inexpensive. Thanks for sharing.

Hey, Monica. What an awesome idea. Way to use your noodle. Have a great day, Jim

Thanks for sharing. They look great!

Monica,

Did you still use the styrofoam board underneath the paper? If so, what size foam was need to use the 12x12 frames?

Thank You!

Monica ~ I like this idea; I am going to have to check out the scrapbook papers in my area. I'm sorry to say I usually walk right past them as I am not into scrapbooking, but now that I know what else you can do with them. . . Thanks for sharing the idea and your pictures.

So sorry that was me posting w/out signing in above..........Your outcome on this project looks wonderful!!!

Monica these are great! I'm not familiar with these frames (not a scrapbooker). Do they have glass or plexi or ??? Do you glue to paper to a backing? I use canvases and wallpaper paste for a lot of art but this is another look that I hadn't considered. Will check out that isle in Michaels. Thanks for the photos.

Monica - those look fabulous.. I do not scrapbook - no time for it but I have always loved the beautiful papers and have purchased some, so now - I will have to try this.. God bless,

Those are great tips Monica. All these little tips help us agents ( if we can't get a stager ;-) ) to convince sellers to stage their home for sale.

nice bang for the buck!
Michael @ The Stage Coach

Cynthia - I just take off the backing, put in the paper, put the backing on again, and that's it - like a photograph. No foamboard here. The other idea is to paste the paper to 12x12 foamboard and cover the edges with ribbon, attach a sawtooth hook on the back and then hang. The frame idea is quick and easy, and the paper can be changed as needed - and you can hang as many as you want in whatever pattern that suits.

Ginger - I've read & bookmarked your other posts about posters and blank canvas frames, and I've been wanting to try that one, too. These frames have glass with them, and they come in black, white and red. No, I don't paste the paper to anything - I just put it in the frame like a photo.

Some great paper companies to look up for graphic paper sets are Basic Grey, 7 Gypsies, Daisy D's, and Anna Griffith. K & Company has some really cute things for kids, too - like cowboys, rockets, bugs. There's so much out there - but I would suggest you go to either AC Moore, a real scrapbook store or cruise on-line - the selection at Michael's is so-so.

Monica

Hi Monica -

What a great idea. I've done this with larger posters but the scrapbook paper is a whole lot cheaper and I like to group photos. Thanks for sharing with us.

I absolutely love this idea! Thanks for sharing it with us. I am going tomorrow to pick up a few frames and some paper. :)

Super idea & my daughter has loads of scrapbook paper. I am off to raid her supply!

Monica,

Thank you for the great idea. And I love it because it is cheap. What a great way to improve the look of a room and to impress our clients and not have to spend hardly anything. I will be making a trip to Michael's this week and get started. Thanks for sharing.

Monica,

I was looking at those at Michael's yesterday. They were on sale for $5 each. What a great idea! Inexpensive and yet versitile.

Monica, What a great idea! Thanks so much for sharing. I do scrapbook and now I'll have to search and see what I have.

JUN

2008

Great Idea...love the blue and white in the first bedroom..great job...

Off I go to Michaels...thanks for the great idea! I love the fact that it is interchangeable and so versatile.

Monica, Looks fantastic! I love the bedding, it is so beautiful. Thanks for sharing!

JUN

2008

Sharon Tara's blog referred me here. Thanks, this is great. It takes courage and you just gave me the impetus to try this. Great idea.

Fantastic! I've framed the photography type greeting cards and cut-outs from magazines, but never thought of all that beautiful scrapbook paper! Thanks for the great idea!

JUN

2008

These are great. I keep telling myself I am going to take the time to do them and then the next thing I know I am staging and they are not done. I am determined to do some while my daughter is off from school...thanks for the inspiration. Kym

HI Monica, I always wondered what my sister in law found so fascinating about scrapbooking. Now she will get the last laush seeing me make these for my Staging business! Too funny!!

Thank you for sharing. The blue bedroom is truly inspirational. I can't wait to find some paper today to start making inexpensive art. I love the graphics. I tend to use a lot of floral artwork so this will give my work the needed diversity in presentation.

You are one smart cookie!

Thank you, everyone, for your wonderful feedback!

I can't wait to see how all of you put the idea in action! Send photos, please!

Monica

APR

Very creative! The blue and white bedroom is beautiful, by the way!

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