This weeks project is a fun set of 3 framed map prints, from an antique Map of London.
The map came out of an antique London tour guide, that I actually rescued from the trash years ago.
I’ve included a supply list and instructions below:
Supply List:
1) Three 4″ x 6″ frames, I got mine at Ikea, they’re called “Clips” and cost only .99 cents for 4 of them.
2)Krylon- UV – Resistant CLEAR or whatever brand you like (I got mine at Michaels crafts)
3)Scissors or a Paper Cutter
Step1: Click on the images above to enlarge them, and then save to your computer. You will need to print them out at 4″x6″ or at whatever size the frame is that you are using. (The files may take a few minutes to load, I made them quite large so that the quality will be super high for your art)
Step 2: Spray the printed images with a UV protective spray in a Matte finish to protect it from fading. (This is optional, if you change your art out often you may not need to do this)
Step 3: Cut out your images. I used a paper cutter but scissors are fine too.
The frames I used from Ikea are shown above. They are called “clips”.
Step 4: If you are using the “Clips” frames, punch the holes out of the cardboard backing before framing.
Step 4: This is how the clips should look when you have them in place. This might be self explanatory to some but, there was no photo in the packaging and it took me awhile to figure out which way they went! The hole on the back of the metal clips, also works as a hanger for your nail.
All done! I hope you like this super easy cute project, these look great grouped together on a wall. They look even better in person than in the photo, it was getting late when I took these photos and the lighting was not ideal!
XXXOOO
shannon says
Oh I love the map! Fabulous!!
flyingheartfield says
I like this…great idea!
Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says
These are great, Karen! I love the old look to them.
Mandy says
Oh – LOVE!
I am definitely going to try to use these! Thanks!!!
Jane says
I love old maps and these are great. Some of our good friends moved to London in August so we are planning a trip there in March 2010….these maps might just have to be the book covers for my London scrapbook!!!
CreativeBusyHands-Scrapbook Freebies Search says
Great idea. You so thoughtful reminding us of the UV protection. Thanks so much for sharing.
Jennifer Juniper says
Isn’t IKEA the best? I love it! I have some french maps I might try it with.
vanessa says
I love framed maps–this is wonderful!
Julie says
Karen–this is fantastic! I love London, and London vintage-style is even better! I think I’ll be doing this project–thanks for the visual how-to and being so generous with your fabulous finds!
Artist Class says
I love your DIYs! And who doesn’t love a Baedeker’s? The teensy text is almost as good as the maps!
steve the builder says
Craft Project – London Map Decor – DIY
Thanks for sharing!
Lori says
those look great…i love that kind of frame
Rita Kent at TesoroFino.Com says
Thanks for the map and such a great craft.
Shannon says
Great idea, I can imagine a lot of possibilities.
I added my link for Brag Monday however for some reason when I tried to copy the required link to my blog I got an error.
Thanks for sharing all the wonderful projects and graphics.
pk says
I love maps and this is a great project! Thanks for sharing it. Have a good day…
pk @ Room Remix
Nissa says
Those look great, I love old maps! I’m thinking those maps would also look cute mod podged onto some coasters. hmmm…
Robin Ennis Willson says
neat maps, thank you!
Dragonfly Treasure says
Gorgeous!!
*hugs*Deb
Delightful Dwelling says
How neat, I love this! Thanks for sharing the images.
Condo Blues says
Fabulous! I love old maps. I used old maps from outdated travel guides as wallpaper in my powder room.
Nicole @ BugaBoos says
I love maps and this is Awesome!! What a great idea!! Thanks for sharing!
ClassyChassy says
Years ago, no one would have thought to use maps for decorations, but this looks great!
Nerissa Alford says
Karen
I love you & your clip art & your craft projects!!
Nerissa
Janice says
Fab image
Melissa says
WOW! I can’t believe someone would throw that away! What a find!!!!!
i LOVe what you did with it.
melissa
Tiffany says
I love how those turned out. Great choice of frames, so cheap and perfect for the project! What a great find! Old maps are so neat! Thanks for sharing! : )
Heidi says
That is a great idea! I’ve been using those clips frames for years to hold my daughters’ early childhood artwork, so easy to change out when the mood strikes! I love the idea of framing the map in 3 parts. My hubby is crazy about maps and I’ve been trying to figure out a clever new way to display some of his. Thanks for the inspiriation!
Hope you’ll stop by sometime.
XO
Heidi – Heart and Home
Jan @ bobbypinsboardwalk says
Who says that artwork has to cost a fortune? These are have a very upscale look and the tutorial was excellent. Thank you. I always say that if I learn one thing from a blog, I will follow — so I’m following you now! Thanks for the great idea.
Sarah says
that is such a brilliant idea! i wish i had one of those paper cutters at home 🙂
Gina @ The Shabby Chic Cottage says
I am SOOOO gonna use these!
deborah says
Very, very clever idea, I love the dividing it into threes! Thanks so much for sharing this idea! Deborah
Ms Joey says
This may have been done 9 years ago but it is still making people smile because of our love of maps old and new.. Thank you so much, it is just what I needed for my journal. Have a wonderful day!!!!
graphicsfairy says
Oh I am so glad Ms Joey, have fun with your journal 🙂