Display your children’s art work with pride!
Regardless of the number of children or grandchildren in your family, it’s likely you have more “artful creations” than you can handle! In my house, artwork is created on a daily basis, and much of it is truly remarkable. So, what do you do with these remarkable creations? Because artwork is an on-going process, here is some advice that will help you both display and store your little Picassos!
Picture Ledges
- Picture ledges will make your art display fluid, eliminating the need for new nail holes every time you want to change pictures. Very attractive picture ledges are readily available at reasonable prices. Check out: Linens N’ Things, lnt.com, for decorative ledges sold in sets of three in black, white or brown for $35.99 (pictured above); Target, target.com, for a gallery shelf that comes with three frames for $34.99; or Bed, Bath and Beyond, bedbathandbeyond.com, for shelves sold individually in black or brown or a four piece set in black or white.
- Look for a convenient place to hang your ledges. A kitchen, play room or family room wall might work well, or perhaps a wall that encloses a staircase.
Frames
- Now it’s time to choose frames for the artwork! I really like “Format” frames by MCS. These frames come in a wide variety of sizes, have glass panes and are really inexpensive. The best feature of these frames is the black cardboard backing. I just mount the artwork directly onto the backing and replace the glass cover. The black background sets off the art work and looks very professional. These frames can be purchased at Michael’s Craft Store or at pfile.com. The sizes range from 4″x6″ to 16″x20″ with nine sizes in between!
- You may want to consider that the MCS frames recommended above have panes made of glass. You will need to determine if this is a hazard for your family! Some might recommend avoiding this type of frame for a play room or a really busy spot in your home. Just keep this in mind as you choose a location for your art gallery! Frames with plexiglass are also available. Whichever way you go, you may want to use “blue sticky stuff” to tack the frames onto the ledge for added security.
Change Your Artwork Often
Once you have set up your display, change your artwork often! As new pieces come in, switch out the old! Make seasonal changes! Buy an artist’s portfolio for each child and as you rotate the artwork, put the retired pieces into their own portfolio. Whether or not you frame the artwork, you will have a nice place to preserve these priceless “art creations!”
Choosing to display your children’s artwork in a more permanent way will make your children feel honored and validate the worthiness of their creative work. It will also make your your home look cheery and lived in, which I personally think is very important. When you personalize your home in ways like this, guests will sense a warm feeling and the importance you place on your family. So, don’t hesitate to start an art gallery showcasing the greatest artists you’ll ever know!
Do you have an idea for displaying your children’s artwork? I’d love to hear!
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