DIY ~ Framed Scrapbook Papers

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I have a confession...I don't Scrapbook! I know it's hard to believe, I'm a Mom who blogs and loves to decorate, but doesn't scrapbook! I'm actually not real crafty, but more of a roll up your sleeves, DIY kinda gal!

So I was amazed the other day when I passed by the Scrapbooking section at Walmart and saw the most bee-eautiful Scrapbooking papers ever! And at 100 sheets for just $9.99... they were an awesome deal!

So I was instantly inspired and scooped em' up for a project in kid 2's bedroom!


The problem: The space above my daughter's bed is a very large massive bare purple wall. And to make matters worse, her bed doesn't have a head board. As a result, the bed is looking bland, bare and well, low.

So Design Intervention was needed ASAP to help fill the space, mimic the shape of a headboard, and bring some heighth to the room! Ack...that's a tall order with one project!


The plan: Frame Scrapbooking papers with 4 old frames painted white!


Step 1: Paint frames. Kid 1 & 2 got in on the action too!


Step 2: Create a design. I chose 4 papers to compliment the color scheme in the room. Look at all these stunning designs, honestly, this was the hardest part!  I finally decided on two solid papers and two patterned papers in pink and green colors.




Step 3: Frame papers with fresh white mattes.



Step 4. Hang Frames.


Step 5: Change the bedding. After the frames were hung, I turned my attention to the bedding. I used pillows to add volume to the bed... and act as sort of a faux headboard.

So there it is...kid 2's bedroom makeover! Well, the room still isn't completely finished. Next, I'll be painting the bed side table a fresh white. Ugh...my work here is never done!  Wow...amazing what some old picture frames, scrapbooking paper and pillows can do? I think it's a big improvement...and that's why I love DIY projects!