If your house is anything like mine you have an abundance of children’s artwork to deal with. Now this post is not about how to organize it, but rather how to take some of your favorite pieces, those you are most sentimental about, and turn them into treasures that will last for a long time and be well loved. Here are a few ideas that we have enjoyed using:
- Frame it: Actually have the artwork professionally mounted and framed. If the cost is prohibitive, you can often find beautiful frames with pre-cut mounting at framing and craft stores, and then do the rest yourself. I have three finger paintings done by one of my boys around age two on display in our home, and they are always a favorite among our guests. Framing them not only allows you to preserve and enjoy them, but it really makes the kiddos feel quite special and appreciated! These also make great gifts for grandparents.
- Embroider it: I took a drawing of our family, done by my then just turned 5 year old, and embroidered it. I hope to do this with future family drawings as a record of the progression in his drawing skills. One of my friends even recommended turning them into a keepsake quilt.
- Turn it into a lovey: Last year the boys and I together turned some of their animal drawings into their own special softies. First they drew the animals onto fabric with fabric pens, then together we cut them out and sewed them up, to turn them into their own homemade softies. You can take these a step further and embroider the drawings as well, to give them more texture and durability if you like. You could also use this idea to make t-shirts, bags, bedroom decorations, etc.
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Awesome! That is totally wonderful!! Thanks for the inspirations! :D
I know I already said it to you in an email, but I really loved this. Reminded me of SouleMama. :) Great inspiration here!
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Wow, Angie, what a wonderful compliment! I love SouleMama! :) Thank you!
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Adoring the embroidered art!
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These are wonderful ideas! Thank you for the inspiration!
Another option for finding matted frames is to look at Goodwill, etc. I have found several matted frames this way, and I took out the print in the frame to put in what I wanted to frame. I’ve even put together one beautiful frame (with an awful matting) with the matting from another (awful) frame. Also, you could paint the frames to match your decor or to tie together different frames for a more uniform look–so keep an open mind when you’re looking. :)
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