how to create a chic & easy gallery wall
Gallery walls are a great way to add warmth & decorate a space. figuring out how to put one together can be a little overwhelming. where do you start? how do you lay everything out? how do you pick out prints? I’m going to show you guys how you can create a chic & easy gallery wall!
HOW TO CREATE AN CHIC & EASY GALLERY WALL
SHORTS <strong><a href=httpsbitly33YVY1U target= blank rel=noopener data lasso id=5214>REVOLVE<a><strong> BODYSUIT <strong><a href=httpsbitly3kTAn1O data lasso id=5215>REVOLVE<a><strong> SCRUNCHIE <a href=httpsbitly36fhnXk data lasso id=5216>IM WITH THE BAND<a>
what is a gallery wall?
A gallery wall is basically a collection of photos arranged on a wall. it can be framed artwork, photographs, prints, objects or personal treasures, all hung in a group.
Gallery walls have become super popular in recent years. if you’re on pinterest, you’ve seen them!
creating a gallery wall is a great way to update your interior design scheme. it’s also a great way to spice up a bland wall and give your decor an update.
Deciding on a gallery wall that fits your aesthetic & area isn’t always easy, so here are some ideas and tips!
where do i start?
planning is key. i don’t recommend throwing random stuff together when creating a gallery wall.
to put together a well designed gallery wall, Experiment on paper first. Trace the frames on paper and hang them on the wall with painters tape. if you don’t have kraft paper,
I RECOMMEND DOING THIS BEFORE HANGING ANY GALLERY. you can use wrapping paper too. you can move them around and experiment MIXING AND MATCHING with different configurations before commitTing.
what kind of art should i hang?
Option 1 – Go the diy route and find photos you love, that inspire you or are from your memories.
Option 2 – skip the work and buy a curated collection.
if you want to go with option 1, Your gallery wall can feature anything that makes you happy – family photos, your favorite prints, artwork, illustrations and even kids drawings.
if you want to go with option 2, there are tons of stores and websites that offer curated, ready to hang collections of gallery walls.
i personally love minted – they have such unique artwork & you get 20% off of your first order (saving money is always a plus.
framebridge is another amazing option – similar to minted, you get 15% off of your first order.
where should i put my gallery wall?
You can create a gallery wall wherever you want! just take the size of the wall into consideration when picking out the size of your art.
i recommend choosing a prominent wall so that you can enjoy it every time you pass by & it becomes a focal point of your space.
put a gallery wall near A staircase, above your couch in the LIVING room, in an entryway, above a bed or down a hallway!
where can i find artwork AND ART PRINTS for my gallery wall?
if you’re opting to use your own artwork, compile all of your pieces and have any additional artwork printed in the correct size, Then, buy frames or choose a premade frame set.
if you’re looking for a ready to go gallery wall set, here are some of my favorite site:
how do i figure out the layout of my gallery wall?
in my opinion, configuring the gallery wall is the hardest part. figuring out a layout that works can be time consuming. here are some gallery wall layout design ideas for you. they’re easy to follow templates with measurements that you can mock up in your own space before ordering or hanging anything.
small gallery wall templates
medium gallery wall templates
large gallery wall templates
don’t worry, amazon sells gallery walls & supplies too!
if you’re asking yourself… i know you love amazon erin, do they have gallery wall options? you’re in luck! they do have tons of frame sets & prints that are ready to go and super reasonably priced!
Looking for inspiration? check out my gallery wall pinterest inspiration board!
LOOKING FOR MORE HOME DECORATING CONTENT?
3 EASY BACKYARD UPDATES YOU CAN MAKE ON ANY BUDGET