20 Ways to Decorate a Wall

I absolutely love when I look at a wall and think, "yeah, that is just like (insert your name here). I love to see the character of a person reflected in the design on their home. Whether the walls be busy or stark naked it shows a lot about that person. So, instead of listing out general tips, I found the following list inspirations and design ideas.

My one tip is start with the largest!
This one is from homehints.com on decorating walls with images. I like their bit of advice on putting your largest object that you are going to hang first (as well as mapping out your composition on the floor, starting with the largest object first) and then working from there on placing the smaller ones. Then they suggest that once you get it all outlined use rub-off chalk to mark the top and side positions on the wall. This should keep your wall from looking like holey cheese.


Now to the rest.....

Using a frame to "hang" photos/drawings. I like the idea of being able to swap out the images, I also like the depth this gives the wall

Nice use of color and pattern on the plates.

Decorating a wall with stencils

The good idea of this is to use uneven numbered objects to hang on the wall rather than using even numbered objects. It just looks better...

I didn't think that I liked plates, but apparently in some cases I do. Try using plates that you like and hang them in an abtract pattern to liven up your walls.

Love how the leaf patters on the plates match with the pattern of the room and this lodge/wood type furniture.

It's not too clear, but the hanging lamp also matches the pater on the wall somewhat. Nice touch.

A wall of mirrors, but not a wall mirror... excellent

A framed wall mirror blends in nicely with the ceiling moldings... I like the design but don't agree to much about having mirrors in the bedroom...

See the odd number of framed mirrors on the wall? The frames match nicely to the rough wall background, has a rustic/aged look to it..

It looks like wall designs incorporate curtains and windows and lighting. The wall dressed up will give the room more focus and definition.

Shelving can be used to place objects of decoration and functional to create more "space". Again, notice the odd number of shelves.

A more mediterranean design in using iron shelves rather than wood.

Now this is a true space saver wall design idea.. Good modern contemporary touch.

I really like the use of small pictures here to create a single composition. I might like to see it taken a little farther, but part of me says too much.

The stencil and framed wall design..

This one uses a little bit of everything, shelves, picture frames, a bronze

plate... it seems a little busy to me but the point is... don't be afraid to go bold what matters is if you like it.

Using paint in creative ways along with matching picture frames adds a nice touch to a room..

If you have something to say, then put it on the wall... so everyone can read it? There are many other types of designs, the right words in the right color can look very nice.

There are many different ways to do it... What was your favorite?

Happy designing!

Baby's Nursery

Since both my sisters have had babies in the past two months I thought it might be appropriate to consider the baby's room.
A baby's nursery is a special place for a new baby and a new mom, especially in the first few months. It should be comfortable and provide for sleeping and storage for the new arrival.

Furniture that can serve multiple functions will work best in baby nurseries, such as a convertible crib that become a single bed and a chest that can serve as a changing table until it is no longer needed would be good furniture choices. Choose furniture that will not be out grown quickly.  A rocking chair or glider is a must!
When decorating baby nurseries use soothing colors, typically the nursery is painted in soft colors but bolder colors in small amounts can also be used.
Mom suit yourself when choosing nursery themes, this in probably the only time in your child's life that you would be able to do so. As your child grows, he or she will have likes and dislikes and will want say into what goes into his or her room.
With this in mind, make sure that the nursery theme and decor is easily changed. Children's interests are fickle.
Here are some rooms that I absolutely love. In all of these pictures the walls are painted to adapt to baby growing up. If you are interested in applying a more whimsical color to the walls, be prepared to repaint.



Note that the gender specific additions to this adorable room are also easily removed. Another thing that makes this room great is that even though it is a nursery, the accessories will work well for different ages If there was a bed instead of a crib this would be a very cute room for a young girl.

I love the sophistication that is brought to this nursery room. I also think that it would work well for a boy or girl. Again, the color scheme will work for years.


As I said earlier, a nursery is your chance to decorate your child's room. You will never get this chance again so make it a reflection of you. I don't know that all the white is practical, but I like the sentiment.

This one is just the more princess-y of all the rooms that I have looked at. It's elegant but not sappy and over the top. I love that it is a princess nursery without the pink. The furniture and fixtures are very feminine.