HOW TO: MAKE SMALL ART or PRINTS LOOK BIGGER (without enlarging image)

You found a print or painting you love, but…it’s too small for the space you need.

HOW TO MAKE YOUR PRINTS AND ARTWORK LOOK BIGGER:

Here are a few simple tips to create a larger piece for your space:

1. If it’s a print, contact the artist or supplier to see if larger formats are available.

2. If it’s a painting, you can contact the artist to see if they can create a similar commission piece in a larger size.

3. If none of the above works, you can take a small painting or print and create a large piece by following these steps:

EXAMPLE: an 8” x 10” artwork matted and framed in a larger frame.

STEPS TO MAKING A PRINT OR ART PAINTING LARGER (without enlarging the image)

1. Decide the size you need in the final finished format. If you need something 16” x 20” or larger and the painting is only 8” x 10” you have options!
   

2. Purchase a frame with a mat in the final size needed. For this post, we’ll us 16” x 20”
   

3. Be sure the frame has a large mat or you can buy a separate mat.
   

4. Undo the back of frame locks and remove cardboard backing
   

5. Place the mat in the frame. It should fit perfectly. For example, a 16” x 20” mat will fit into a 16” x 20” frame.
   

6. Position your art/print in the window of the mat opening.
   

7. You can use removable tape to secure the corners or seal it all around. Use removable just in case you need to move or re-position the art.
   

8. Replace and secure the frame backing.
   

9. Turn over and check placement.
   

10. Hang!
    
    You can make a small piece somewhat larger or a large piece even bigger with a mat and a frame.

    NEED IT EVEN BIGGER?
    
    You can make it even large by double-matting the image:

In this example, a print of 12” x 12” was matted in a 16” x 16” mat and then matted again in a 24” x 24” mat and then framed.

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SIMPLE TIPS TO CREATING A CALM SPACE (Home, Apartment, Office)

Calm, Soothe and Renew With These Simple Steps:

7 SIMPLE STEPS TO CREATING A CALMER SPACE:

• DECLUTTER - Create a "blank" canvas

• GO NEUTRAL: Choose a Neutral Palette

• CREATE CALM: Use Soothing Colors & Elements

• COLOR: Color Clusters

• LIGHT: Utilize Natural Light

• CREATE WARM & COZY: Candles

• NATURAL: Bring the Outdoors inside
  
  
  
  

Your home is your private sanctuary where you expect to relax after a long day so make it light, soothing, calming and what you love.

Ambiance can make or break your energy levels, so choose wisely when decorating. Your spaces (living room, bedroom) should have a serene feeling to help you recharge and refresh yourself.

Simplicity is key in creating a soothing and calming space

Creating a tranquil feel is easier than you imagine; all you need to do is focus on simplicity. It will take you a step closer to de-stressing and calming.

Decor experts offer simple tips to help you create a soothing ambiance for your living space.

DECLUTTER

Create a sort of "blank" canvas by purging anything you no longer love, want or need.

Do this seasonally to keep everything in alignment. Every 3 months, you should take a good look around to make sure things are starting to clutter again. This will help keep the feeling of space and calm.

Doing this, you will have a clean slate for adding peaceful decor.

Choose a Neutral Palette

After decluttering,it is time to paint the room. Choose colors that are neutral and have undertones you love. You don't have to pick boring white and beige; a soft grey or blue or green is often a beautiful back-drop to a peaceful feeling.

Muted neutral hues enhance relaxation; this makes them perfect for your sanctuary. Keep things from being one-note and dull with unique textures in various neutral tones to bring depth to the room.

Use different fabrics, textiles and subtle patterns for the drapes, pillows, rugs, etc. Warm hues such as pale yellow, light tan, sea green, and gold can keep the room from looking too sterile.

Neutral walls shouldn’t lack the element of interest. You can use wall hangings in neutral tones or subtle color. Bright pops of color should be used sparingly, as these fight against calm and create energy (great for other areas of your home).

Choose coastal abstract paintings as they are a soothing style of decor. This form of artwork takes you to another place (your last vacation?), and you feel relaxed by simply looking at the colors and tones of water, the beach, the ocean. Look for a painting that shows the serene waves instead of a stormy shoreline.

Create Color Clusters

Color can play a key part in creating a peaceful space. Peaceful decor is not just about light and soothing colors for the walls. Add some brightness with your favorite tones of yellow, green, turquoise, pink, blue.

Vibrant accessories such as throws and cushions to bring a punch of happiness and positivity to the space. Smaller things like pottery, table accessories, and upbeat artwork in brighter tones can make your place warm while avoiding a "loud" feeling.

Create color clusters to maximize this in a room. An entryway console table or a fireplace mantel make great places for creating these clusters. For example, a cluster of yellow candle or a bunching of small tuquoise bud vases. Decor specialists use the "theory of threes." Create your small color clusters in sets of three items.

Natural Light

Natural light is almost always preferred over artificial light when it comes to creating a soothing ambiance. Possibly rearrange your decor and move the furniture pieces around to maximize the flow of natural light.

Sunlight: Open the blinds and curtains during the day to let the sunlight naturally light the room. It will create a warm energy. In the evening, you can use soft lighting.

SUNSHINE- Look for elements that bring in the gentle, warm light of the sun. Morning or evening, good lighting makes your home appear inviting and well-decorated.

Create Warmth with Candles and Light

Whether real or battery-powered, the soft glow of candles can seriously create instant ambiance. They add warmth and happiness to the rooms. You can have them in your living room, bedroom, bathroom and even the kitchen.

Stay away from heavily-scented candles and choose unscented or natural, essential-oil infused versions. Artificial scents can be over-powering and cloying.

BRING NATURE INSIDE

Bringing elements of nature inside the space can help it feel more organic and liveable. Plants, flowers, nature-inspired colors area all things that will create the feeling of nature inside your space.

One popular idea: Floating shelves housing a vertical garden. Plant your favorite herbs in clustered vintage coffee mugs or pottery, and place them on the shelves to create a lovely space.

Keep fresh flowers from your garden add them to bud vases (in clusters of 3).

REVIEW:

• DE-CLUTTER

• GO NEUTRAL

• CHOOSE ELEMENTS OF CALM

• USE LIGHT

• BRING THE OUTSIDE IN

Be sure to choose decor elements that are soothing and appealing. Keep it minimal: minimalism will help keep your space looking calm and peaceful.

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