Finished painting project, from idea to final product
The following is one of my latest decorative wall paintings, pictured and described step-by-step.
The reason you came across this lense is, you're likely to find an answer to one of your painting-related questions or - even better - one of my pictures or sentences might spark your own idea to do something creative with a paint brush and a bit of a color in your favorite shade.
Either way, I wish you the best of success and fun! I now have to go and start another project, turn it from theory into practice and than share it with everyone who might be interested.
Enjoy!
The reason you came across this lense is, you're likely to find an answer to one of your painting-related questions or - even better - one of my pictures or sentences might spark your own idea to do something creative with a paint brush and a bit of a color in your favorite shade.
Either way, I wish you the best of success and fun! I now have to go and start another project, turn it from theory into practice and than share it with everyone who might be interested.
Enjoy!
Contents at a Glance
- Paint decorating ideas
- Tracing first dove on the wall. If your walls are textured, this part might be a bit challenging.
- With fine brush and steady hand, this part is easy. Try to make the outside line look as smooth as possible.
Paint decorating ideas
I actually considered several different shapes to be painted - before making my final choice. I printed them all, cut out of the paper and tried them on the wall. On the photos below there are five of them. Just to give you an idea.
This is a good way to find out what would look best because some shapes look good on computer screen but are not all that recognizable on the wall. Or they just don't fit.
This is a good way to find out what would look best because some shapes look good on computer screen but are not all that recognizable on the wall. Or they just don't fit.
Idea #1
Idea #2
Idea #3
Idea #4
Idea #5
Tracing first dove on the wall. If your walls are textured, this part might be a bit challenging.
Tracing second dove on the wall. I realize this one can hardly be seen but I wanted to include every step.
With fine brush and steady hand, this part is easy. Try to make the outside line look as smooth as possible.
(I always liked coloring books as a child). Try to fill the shape you're painting with color so that strokes aren't visible.
Marked for more painting
Finished graphic wall painting
Just go and do it!
Some answers to - how to paint a wall
It doesn't have to be perfect and don't even expect for your first project to turn out so stunning that everyone would be amazed.
It doesn't matter!
Go choose your color palette, grab some paintbrushes and put some color on that wall. Under one condition - you have to have fun!
Some more things to consider before starting the DIY painting job:
It doesn't matter!
Go choose your color palette, grab some paintbrushes and put some color on that wall. Under one condition - you have to have fun!
Some more things to consider before starting the DIY painting job:
- sturdy, safe ladder is a must
- cover the floors and furniture - newspaper is fine
- choose quality paints and tools, not the cheapest ones
- use warm soapy water to wash the window sills, door trims, baseboards, paneling and such - they just might look so clean afterwords that you won't have to repaint them
- keep your pets away from painting areas and prevent them from messing up themselves or your (almost) finished painting project
Another neat home decor idea
Paint Your Own Home Decor Monogram Canvas Wall Art
Personalizing with monograms seems very tempting to me. Besides, everything you need to complete the project is included in this kit!
Amazon Price: $7.70 (as of 12/24/2009) 
Canvas Wall Art-Gerber Daisy/Fun Flower
Pretty canvas kit, perfect if you like flowers.
Amazon Price: $9.99 (as of 12/24/2009)
Canvas Wall Art-Aster Daisy/Fun Flower
Beautiful colors - if nothing else, you can use this product's photo as a palette idea.
Amazon Price: $9.99 (as of 12/24/2009)
Decorating tips, not directions
Everything you've seen so far is not meant to direct you in any way. I am a very practical person and usually discover my own ways to do things. They work for me - until I find a better way and might or might not be good for you.
But, guess what!
I am more than happy knowing that scanning through my lense you've had an idea that made you feel really excited. Perhaps so much so that you're already planning a project of your own...
As always, other people are coming up with their own creative ways and some of them I really like and that's the reason I'm sharing them with you.
Have a wider perspective and then make your choices.
But, guess what!
I am more than happy knowing that scanning through my lense you've had an idea that made you feel really excited. Perhaps so much so that you're already planning a project of your own...
As always, other people are coming up with their own creative ways and some of them I really like and that's the reason I'm sharing them with you.
Have a wider perspective and then make your choices.
How to Paint a Wall Graphic Flower Pattern
If you don't like pink, don't be fulled by its brightness. Final product in this video looks spectacular!
How to Paint a Wall Graphic Flower Pattern Decorative Wall Finish
http://handygoddess.com The Handy Goddess paints a flower graphic art wall pattern with the assistance of her young helper in this home decorating painting project demonstration. Go to http://fauxfun.com for more tips and demonstrations on decorative painting techniques and faux finishes.
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Paint the wall
If you can draw, this video is a must-see! :)
How to Contrast Wall Paint Stripes
Many people like stripes and this video offers some good advice about how to pursue the "striping" of your walls.
How to Paint Stripes on Your Walls : How to Contrast Wall Paint Stripes
Learn how to contrast wall paint stripes with different colors in this free video. Expert: Melissa Schenk Bio: Melissa Schenk te enseñará cómo presupuestar tus gastos en compras de regalos para los días de fiesta. Filmmaker: Melissa Schenk
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- Laniann Laniann Nov 26, 2009 @ 4:59 am
- Nice easy to following instructions. Shows you how anyone can make their rooms look great. 5*
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- GoodBug GoodBug Nov 22, 2009 @ 11:49 pm
- It looks beautiful. You've inspired me to have a go on my own wall!
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- KM9999999 KM9999999 Nov 15, 2009 @ 11:23 pm
- Your project came out looking really nice.
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- palaceofglass palaceofglass Nov 12, 2009 @ 10:26 am
- What a great lens! Your style is very appealing. Keep up!
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- Cutie-Patricia Cutie-Patricia Aug 20, 2009 @ 4:37 am
- Awesome I like it! super cool.
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- LaurieKristensen LaurieKristensen Aug 13, 2009 @ 10:13 pm
- I love your dove design, this is a great idea for a lens.... it's great to be able to spark other peoples' creativity! Thanks for stopping by my lens, too. ~ Laurie
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- eccles1 eccles1 Jun 4, 2009 @ 11:33 am
- they make it look so easy thanks
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- MiaBellezza MiaBellezza Apr 24, 2009 @ 3:10 am
- The doves are just beautiful - and thanks for dropping by!
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- a_willow a_willow Apr 13, 2009 @ 2:21 pm
- This is wonderful! And well done on using polaroids for tutorials! Angel blessing you Daria for all your work! :)
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