Getting closer to being done with our DIY project!
Along the way I’ve done some rabbit-trail projects that I thought you may want to try…or maybe you’ve already done them!
One big-bang-for-your-time project was the photo wall going up the stairs.
It used to look like this…
(This picture shows all we did on the stairway)
The frames were dark or gold which wouldn’t work but I love all the glorious texture.
So I used my 3 inspiration colors (Lots of posts on those colors HERE!) and painted those suckers! As you know, I use Behr Ultra Paint with Primer so they were easy to paint. If you use regular paint you’ll need to prime the frames first.
This was a fast little DIY that gave me instant gratification! Just my kind of project~
I’ll be linking…
Metamorphosis Monday , Treasures this Week!, Get Your Craft On, You Create , Transformation Thursday! I’m Lovin It
Have a gratifying Monday Peeps!
xo
cassie says
August 1, 2010 at 9:07 pmit looks adorable! such a lighter and happier look- love it! hopped over from met monday!
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August 1, 2010 at 9:34 pmThe frames look wonderful. Love the paint colors. Hugs, Marty
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Melinda says
August 1, 2010 at 10:12 pmThe frames turned out great. Love & blessings from NC!
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Carrie says
August 1, 2010 at 10:47 pmWhat a delightful transformation…the frames have nice updated look!
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Karie Jackson says
August 2, 2010 at 12:48 amLove the frames, great colors. Very nice. Thanks for sharing.
Vicky says
August 2, 2010 at 1:10 amThey really pop off those walls beautifully… but part of the appeal is of course the gloriously pretty babe Ellie in the midst of the frames…
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LdyDy says
August 2, 2010 at 1:26 amI gravitate to picture frames with textures like the ones you are sharing. I love those colors you have used on them. They look wonderful!! Great job!
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La says
August 2, 2010 at 8:04 amThese turned out awesome. I painted some frames this weekend that I am making into chalkboards. I think I am going to search for more frames and do a grouping like this going up our staircase.
Have a great week! La
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sherry says
August 2, 2010 at 8:05 amWhat a difference paint makes. It looks so much brighter and happier now. Thanks for sharing.
Julie Garmon says
August 2, 2010 at 8:14 amWow–Elllie looks like Baby Stephanie did!! Beautiful handiwork, Rob.
~ ~Ahrisha~ ~ says
August 2, 2010 at 8:34 amWow, What a change I love the colors and the end result is amazing!
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rose says
August 2, 2010 at 8:46 amthey just look wonderful and add extra charm to photos.
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Pinky says
August 2, 2010 at 10:02 amOh they look just wonderful! Isn’t it amazing what some paint can do to totally chnge the look of a space!!!! I love it!
Eileen says
August 2, 2010 at 11:00 amI LOVE this project! Fast and easy! And, the difference it makes it wonderful!!! This is one project I am going to have to try and I’ll definitely use Behr paint. It makes the job even easier. :0)
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Jeanine at One Cheap B*tch says
August 2, 2010 at 11:10 amGorgeous! Love their new look!
Jeanine
sarah h. says
August 2, 2010 at 11:17 amwow, such an improvement!
FAITH says
August 2, 2010 at 11:57 amRobin,
You’re frames look gorgeous! Since you are most definitely the queen of Behr paint w/primer now,wonder if you could give me some advice. I need the repaint 2 pieces of french provencial furniture and an iron bed. What would you recommend for a classic color for the furtniture for my little girls room? Also, have you painted on iron with that paint yet? Thanks for any help you could offer.
Jody Smith says
August 2, 2010 at 1:07 pmGreat idea! Love the texture of the frames too!
Jody
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Susan says
August 2, 2010 at 6:13 pmThese kids would be adorable in any frame 🙂
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Tammy says
August 2, 2010 at 7:23 pmWhen God gave you the word friendship for the year I don’t think he meant with Behr paint and a paintbrush! Ha! I did try the paint at Nathan’s house. I only had two days to get as much done as possible. It worked great! I was painting light colors over hideous dark beige walls and it only took one coat. So now that I am working on my house I am using it here. The only problem is our small town doesn’t have a Home Depot so I have to drive to the city to get it…oh well. So worth it. Next time I am in Atlanta, I want to see it in person!
Carmen says
August 3, 2010 at 1:50 pmI like the frames so much better painted. Lovely!
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Katy says
August 5, 2010 at 11:16 ami love the colors and the texture!! 🙂
Kristy says
August 5, 2010 at 3:31 pmI love the lighter look. Very nice!
TidyMom says
August 6, 2010 at 7:19 amIsn’t amazing what some paint can do? I LOVE the new look!! I was JUST looking at my picture wall yesterday thinking I should do the same thing!
Thanks for linking up! Have a GREAT weekend!
Leticia says
August 6, 2010 at 3:23 pmWow! Love these too!
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gitz says
August 7, 2010 at 3:49 pmGirl, this is so awesome!!! I’m amazed at all you have done, and I have so much to catch up on I know I’ve only seen the tip of the iceberg.
When mom and dad were here the Sunday before he died we laid in my bed and talked about how my place feels to dark and we decided on a blue [much like your blog background] to paint my bedroom. I think you and I have had the same feeling mode of needing a lift. 🙂
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gail says
August 7, 2010 at 9:16 pmhow precious! looking good!
gail
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