This little project was inspired by a newspaper-decoupaged item I saw at Anthropologie. It’s the perfect way to fill up a small space in a gallery wall.
The gallery wall in our kitchen had one more spot I needed to fill.
I finally got my act together to finish this wall.
This decoupaged number is so fun and easy to make!
I bought an unfinished number 5 at Michaels and gave it a quick coat of Kilz spray primer. When the primer dried I Mod Podged newspaper to it.
I actually did cut out pieces of feel-good articles even for the base, because I don’t need to see words like “gangs”, “gun” or “robbery” on my kitchen wall, thankyouverymuch. The community and travel sections came in quite handy.
I cut the print into manageable strips, painted each one with Mod Podge and wrapped them around the number until it was mostly covered, then flipped through the paper and found some bolder happy words and phrases. It helped tremendously that I did this little crafty goodness during Valentines week (maybe I overdid “love” just a wee bit….I think the word appears four times!)
I also added this photo of a sign marking my dad’s village in Mayo, Ireland. It’s so special to me and also I am a big fan of any words, letters and numbers. It’s a sickness really. This was the perfect way to finish off this gallery wall.
Can I hear an amen for finishing a project that I started 4 months ago?
I love that the number 5 is unique and a bit whimsical for this fun family wall.
This gallery wall brings a pop of color and fun to our neutral kitchen!
Kristin says
amen, sister! love the finished product!!! & the number 5 is so cute!!! what a great idea. 😀
Anonymous says
Lisa!
I love your gallery wall! It is so warm and happy and special. Just like you!
Suzanne
Ann @ makethebestofthings says
I love projects like this, reusing and upcycling words and book pages in new and exciting ways. Your number 5 looks wonderful, creative and clever! It is perfect with your good looking wall gallery.
Alicia@ eco friendly homemaking says
I am so into reusing and this is such a great project! It turned out so cute.
Kelly at I Dream of Decor says
Love your gallery wall! that photo of the sign where your father is from in Ireland is really cool, love that idea!
Madeline says
Modge Podge is fantastic, isn't it? I love this idea, Lisa!! I think I may try it with an "A". Thank you!
By the way – let's see the hair!
Holly says
This is one of my favorite walls ever! I think your #5 is the perfect addition and love all the little phrases you found to incorporate.
A Vintage Vine says
Great wall…love the pic of your Dad's village….I love all things IRISH…a visit there is on my bucket list!
www.thisoldhouseinnewliberty.blogspot.com says
I love the grouping and your 5 is awesome!!!!
Nancy
classic • casual • home says
I love the photo gallery. Your family is darling! The number is five is ingenious. I like that your personality shines through.
Mary Ann
Anonymous says
I don't know how I came across this, but I really loved your art work.. Pretty realistic ideas!!! & yea No. 5 is a darling. 🙂
Go on for more!