Maps... they bring me a sense of excitement. Probably because my husband & I love travelling so much. So when I see old maps used in clever ways, it really brings a smile to my face.
Here's several favourites I've spied over the last little while...
Cover some old shoe boxes in maps & use as a nifty storage solution.
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Cut out a bit of several maps that represent your favourite places
and frame them together as a nice reminder of your travels.
Frame a vintage map.
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Use a map to brighten up a drab dresser.
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Cover some wooden letters spelling out the place on the map.
Cut an old globe in half & use as a bowl.
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Cut letters out of an old map (or sheet music) to add a nice alternative to a gift tag.
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Cover an old trash bin with a map.
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Add some fun colour to a monogram.
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Make some pretty pinwheels for your desk.
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Make light pennants from an old globe.
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Wrap a gift with a map. Wouldn't it be fun if the gift was a trip or some airline tickets? Or perhaps a travel book?
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Line a drawer with an old map.
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Make a Christmas ornament.
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Line a table top.
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Make a set of coasters. Another great way to remind you of your favourite travels.
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Which was your favourite? Have you made any projects involving maps? Please let me know! I'm always looking for fresh inspiration. :)
I've actually been working on my own map-themed project this past week.
I hope you come back to check it out next week!
Enjoy your day!
Fun! Adding maps add a lot of great color. I may have to incorporate some in my boys bedroom. BTW I am loving your blog this is my first visit and I just got to follow! I look forward to seeing more of your projects! Also I noticed you like cooking. I am starting a link up next Thursday called "Nutritious and Delicious" where you share any recipe that have made healthy or that you made a little healthier. I would love it if you would take the challenge!
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The map pinwheels are my favorite!
ReplyDeleteWe used a large globe (hard to find) to make a pendant lamp in my boys room. Super cute! And I decoupaged our kitchen table with old maps a couple of years ago. I get lots of compliments on it. Thanks for these great new ideas. Gonna do a lamp shade and probably frame some old maps hubby loves. Will be following you!
ReplyDeleteI love all of these ideas!!! Wow. I'm going to try one of these and let you know which one I end of doing! :-) Thanks for posting such a fun idea!
ReplyDeletegood idea.ı will try this tahnks..
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