DIY Large Scale Wall Art
Large scale wall art can be difficult to source at a reasonable price. I have more tutorials on my blog how to make large art out of a shower curtain.
In this tutorial I’ll share how to make a frame for an inexpensive wall mural from Society6 for under $50!
The mirror above our mantel is very practical – but I have never liked it, so I want to cover it up. The mirror emphasizes our unfinished landing upstairs. Instead of disposing of the mirror (my family likes it) I thought I could try covering it up with some DIY art.
I found these tapestries on Society6 which support freelance artists. The tapestry sizing was perfect for our mantel project. But the fabric is very new, pure white.
I've always wanted to try tea staining...and now was my chance!
I used about 5 teabags that I already had on hand. I did it twice, and it made the entire canvas look slightly aged. I dried it on our deck railing outside and shook off any tea leaves that got loose in the process.
This process emulated an aged, vintage vibe!
Once dry I ironed the tapestry. Then I constructed a simple frame using a Kreg jig. I teach the exact steps over on my blog.
Then I stapled it evenly to the frame making my own "stretched canvas" art. But once it was up, my family missed the mirror :)
If you need inexpensive art, this cost under $50, and it’s almost 55″ x 60″! Not bad for oversized art!
Thanks for following along…and if you missed it, be sure to read more about our basement accent wall (the art may end up in the basement at some point, too!)
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Beautiful!!
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I do love how this looks and admire the creative mind that produced such loveliness. Maybe it's just my eyeballs but I don't see any difference. If the after picture was the same as the before, meaning with no frame, etc., than maybe I could see what's different. But when the after picture is shown with the framing and painting already done it actually looks like the framing and presentation is what actually changes the look of the piece. No tea staining required.
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When you say you did it twice does this mean you used a total of 10 tea bags? This is lovely! It’s beautifully done.
How long did you soak the tapestry each time?
What color is your fireplace painted?? It's beautiful!
Thank you!