Nov
13
2010
Large scale art can be expensive but you can create an easy and affordable art installation for your home simply by stretching a few pieces of your favorite fabric onto a canvas, like San Francisco based interior design firm Massuco Warner Miller did in the cozy living room shown above.
Start by finding an inexpensive fabric that you love and purchase about 3 yards. I recommend choosing a colorful patterned fabric like the KWID Imperial Trellis linen shown in this room. You’ll also need a few easy to find supplies which include 3 canvases from your local craft store (groups of odd numbers always looks best!), a pair of sharp craft scissors and a staple gun. Next, all you need to do is attach your fabric to the canvas using a staple gun, one side at a time, stretching it as you go around so the fabric lays taut across the canvas. After you’ve finished all three they’re ready to hang! How’s that for a bright idea?! And it’s really that easy!
Nov 13, 2010
Great idea! I’ve seen this done before and it is a great way to spruce up a room on a budget! I also love framing a piece of textile too (just blogged about that yesterday!)
Nov 14, 2010
cool idea!
Nov 15, 2010
It’s also great to add color for renters who can’t paint their spaces
Nov 16, 2010
That fabric is super expensive… Cheaper to just buy a canvas and go crazy on it…
I do like the idea though. And I have also framed textiles.
Nov 17, 2010
This is such an adorable idea! I love it!
Nov 17, 2010
Wow, this is really simple! thank you – I think you have inspired me to do this for my bedroom!! I LOVE fabric and it is a great way to show off pieces you love…:))
Feb 15, 2011
Fantastic idea! Have also framed wallpaper for artwork too x