Five creative ways to use leftover wallpaper
Virginia MacDonald
Easy makeovers are just a roll away
Sure, it’s got wall right there in the name, but that roll of wallpaper is good for so much more. From headboards to framed art, the paper possibilities are endless. Here are some simple ways to enliven your space with your leftover pieces.
Turn it into art
Cut out wallpaper pieces with your favourite designs and frame them for one-of-a-kind art.
Source: Centsational Girl
Create a headboard
Custom design a cool and inexpensive headboard using wallpaper. For a simpler look, cut a rectangle-sized shape fit to the width of your bed frame. Or use this template to get an arch headboard design.
Source: The Etsy Blog
Make over your closet
Give a room an instant facelift by dressing up the closet doors with colour and pattern.
Source: Rosy Little Things
Chic side table
Cover up water stains and scuffs by creating a new top using patterned wallpaper. Tip: Add a piece of custom glass on top to preserve the paper.
Source: Eddas
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