Wednesday, January 18, 2012

On A Map Quest

  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!

5 comments:

  1. 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!

    http://fitcraftystylishandhappy.blogspot.com/ 

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  2. The map pinwheels are my favorite!

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  3. We 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!

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  4. I 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!

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  5. good idea.ı will try this tahnks..

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