Ages ago, I mentioned a window picture frame I made for our gallery wall. Since I wanted to add some texture and other interest to the space, I decided to make some initials. I went with an art nouveau font, chose a letter for each of our last names, and printed them in a large size.
I drew the letters free hand to opened diaper boxes; cut the letters out; then used glue, tape, and scrap cardboard to secure all the fold seams, free edges, and flaps.
I cut up brown paper bags, tore any straight edges, and dipped in watered down glue. I applied two coats to my letters, letting each layer dry. The second layer covered any holes or bubbly edges from the first.
I experimented with paint washes and dry rubbing and, in person, the letters look a great deal like leather!
I tacked them to the wall and, using paper cut to size of the frames I intend to use, I figured out how I wanted the gallery wall to look.
This changed a lot before we settled on one. I want to show how I turned two drawers into shelves before I reveal the finished wall. Stay tuned!
The best thing about this project is it was nearly free! I got to use trash and supplies on hand. I did have to buy another bottle of glue, but $2 is a great price for some large decorative pieces! Yay!