Looking for a way to fill that blank wall but don't have permission to paint? All you need is a trip to a major hardware store and an afternoon in front of a good movie to take care of that little dilemma.
Supplies Needed: Large frame with paper insert, a ton of pretty paint chips, double-sided tape squares, and vinyl letters appropriate to the size of your frame or phrase (4" - 6"). I went with a color scheme that involved a variety of tones from some of my favorite colors. It's basically a muted rainbow with plenty of lighter shades to keep things from getting too busy.
1. Experiment with your color layout. 2. Take a photo of your layout in case your dog runs across it and your colors get all mixed up.
3. Start in the top right corner and attach double-sided tape to each corner of each paint chip. Line the first one up and then use it as your guide to lining up the rest. When you add the second layer overlap the previous row so the names of each color are covered up. 4. Think of a phrase and cut out your vinyl letters to see how you like it. I just used double-sided tape to attach them to my paint chip background because they were see through. Once I was happy with things I framed it.
Paint chip art is a great option for renters looking to fill a big space without spending a small fortune! It's a fun way to personalize your space! xo. Rachel
Where do you buy vinyl letters? and is it OK to take that many paint chips from the store?
Posted by: R | November 10, 2011 at 02:31 PM
You could really colour match this to go into a kids bedroom too .... Brights, pastels, whatever! Great idea!
Posted by: Grace | November 10, 2011 at 06:21 PM
So fun!
Posted by: Bee. | November 10, 2011 at 06:40 PM
this is crazy cool!
Posted by: Oh Sweet Escape | November 10, 2011 at 07:26 PM
I love love love this! Could you be any more creative? Unbelievable.
Posted by: lauren | eyes/ears/mouth+lens | November 10, 2011 at 11:00 PM
I've been thinking lately of creating one. I'm still in the process of completing the materials that I will be needing for the project. I've been checking on blogs too and that's why I have searched yours...excited for my project now
Posted by: Cheap Insulation | November 11, 2011 at 03:59 AM
Such a cheap and cute idea!!! I'm liking this for my senior house next year!! Thanks!
Posted by: Nicole @ Giraffelegs | November 11, 2011 at 12:15 PM
Nice colors, cool idea for my office, but instead of "Me too!" I'll put a "yes!"
Posted by: Window Security Bars | November 11, 2011 at 12:41 PM
Love! I have long had an obsession with paint chips, but just collect them and eventaully lose them. Great idea!
Posted by: Liz | November 11, 2011 at 08:22 PM
Wow... I'm speechless... this is amazing! I'm definitely trying this out with some colored paper. :D
Posted by: Evelina | November 12, 2011 at 01:07 AM
I love this but I too would worry about taking so many paint chips...did you make lots of trips?
Posted by: melody | November 12, 2011 at 02:08 AM
I adore adore adore this idea - I'm going to do it :) le xox
Posted by: le | November 12, 2011 at 03:51 AM
Love, love, love, love this!
Posted by: Charissa Hogeland | November 12, 2011 at 11:53 AM
This is a great idea for all those left over paint swatches we seem to accumulate over time.
Posted by: Burn That Dress | November 13, 2011 at 09:42 PM
uh-maze-ing!
Posted by: laura | November 14, 2011 at 05:23 AM
This looks like so much fun! Great way to add some color to any room. :)
Posted by: Meli (Blush + Jelly) | November 15, 2011 at 10:14 AM
Fabulous idea! And talk about cheap and easy! We used paint chips for the seating chart at our wedding. It added a lot of color!
Posted by: Jennifer | November 15, 2011 at 04:51 PM
genius!
Posted by: toridawn | November 15, 2011 at 05:54 PM
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Posted by: Amy | November 15, 2011 at 06:35 PM
that is such an awaome idea!!!!
totally gonna try it, when i have more walls (currently i have a lot of windows in my apt) :)
Posted by: Hug | November 17, 2011 at 03:13 AM