Creating a Photo Collage

Creating a photo collage on your wall can be a fun and rewarding project. Wall groupings, or collages, can be created with minimal expense and tailored to your style. To being, purchase and collect the following items:.

• Photos
• Frames
• Hanging fixtures or nails
• Hammer
• Spray Paint (optional)

The first step is to decide on which photos you want to display. These can be photos of your children, pets, family, or special events in your life.

Once you have decided on which photos you want to use, the next step is to select a wall to create your photo collage on. When selecting a wall. Make sure you choose one with enough room to display all of the photos you have selected. If you do not have a wall large enough, consider limiting your photo selection or choosing to create multiple collages.

Once the wall has been chosen, the next phase is to place the photos into frames. Many frames are somewhat expensive, but if you plan ahead, you can find some great deals on picture frames. If you are fortunate enough to live near a Hobby Lobby store or other local craft store, you can purchase frames up to 50% off at least once a month. You can choose from designer frames or you can choose to create your own frames. You may also just want to go with your basic, everyday, wood grain frames. When choosing designer frames, make sure the styles complement each other and try to avoid conflicting styles and colors.

If designer frames are out of your budget range but you prefer not to go with wood grain frames, try the following: purchase wood grain frames when they are on sale and use spray paint to achieve your desired color. One can of spray paint will cover up to 10 frames. Normally, you can find 8 X 10 frames on sale as low as $2.50, so for approximately $30; you can create your own custom frames. You can also add appliqués or whatever else you desire for an even more customized look.

Once your frames are ready and you have placed your photos into them, the next step is to lay out your pattern. Take measurements of the area you are going to use and create a diagram. You can either draw out a diagram or you can create a layout on the floor.

When you have decided on your layout, make sure to find the center of the area and work out from there. Try not to start from the left or right because your collage may come out uneven. It is best to actually measure for each photo to ensure uniform placement on the wall. Mark the location of each picture and either place a hanging fixture or nail in the desired location.

After all of the fixtures are in place you can start hanging your photos. Make sure to use a level to keep your pictures straight. If you have an older house or crooked wallpaper, you may want to eyeball them based on the vertical patterns instead to avoid the photos looking crooked.

That’s it! Creating a photo collage is simple and is only as expensive as you allow it to be. So have fun, and create a beautiful display of your photos for all to see.