If you are a proud parent or grandparent you have probably come across this scenario too many times to countā¦
Your little one comes running into the room with a huge smile on their face and their little fingers tightly gripped to their latest “masterpiece”. Eagerly they yell, “Look what I made you!”.Ā
You gasp in awe and commend them on yet another job well done. Then you look around your kitchen and hope to find the smallest section of a wall or corner of the refrigerator that isn’t already taken up by their numerous other masterpieces.
You cringe ever so slightly about the fact that your kitchen now consumes more artwork than it does dishes, but you try not to give it another thought because after allā¦ you know you will one day miss the constantly cluttered mark your little one left. Ā
Don’t worry, there is hope!
If in fact, you are shaking your head in agreement, recalling this exact scenario in your mind. I am happy to share that you can have your cake and eat it too!
You can (and should) continue to showcase your child’s masterpieces for years to come. In fact, the showcase often only grows as they age, switching from noodle crafts and fingerprinting to poetry, research papers, and self-portraits.
However, a proud parent/grandparent no longer has to equal a cluttered kitchen. Instead, find that perfect nook or corner in your house and turn it into your child’s “Art Gallery”, the perfect kids art display.
How I created a Kids Art Display
After a recent home renovation left me with an unused corner, I decided to take advantage of the empty space. What was previously my command center (check out my new command center), now was unused and awkwardā¦ begging for a practical purpose.
I hemmed and hawed about what could possibly go into this space when my toddler came running into the room with a recent artwork in hand, “Look what I made mommy!” and it hit meā¦ I needed a space to display her art that would not only declutter my kitchen but showcase her talents… the ultimate kids art display.
The entire process was very quick, painless, and best of allā¦ inexpensive!
I simply went to the local lumber store and picked up pieces of wood (approximately 3 inches wide) and cut them to the necessary lengths. I opted to purchase white pre-painted lumber to save myself the hassle and purchased a pack of clothespins. I grabbed my hot glue gun and glued clothespins equal distance across the boards. Next, I recruited my husband to help me make sure all boards were level (always helps to have another set of eyes) and secure them to the wall (only requiring a couple of screws) and the “hard” part was done!
Lastly, I painted a personalized gallery sign, framed a couple pictures of our local artists (i.e. my children), and hung two picture frames on the wall at the center of focus. Another glued clothespin to the center of each frame and the entire project was done!
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Now each and every time my daughter comes running with a new masterpiece, I simply place it in our kids art display and enjoy it each and every day.
Don’t have an empty nook begging for a purpose? No worries! Any open section of a wall will do!
Do you have another fun and unique way you created a kids art display? Please share!
Love this. Cute and actually easy to make. Bravo! I’m always looking for ways to decrease clutter.
Thank you!! Best of luck when creating your own!
This is one of the cutest ideas I have seen in a long time. Thank you for sharing.
Aw, you are too kind Miriam! Thank you!
Such a cute idea! And definitely a great option for those who want to keep their kids artwork on display in a nice neat manner. I actually put the kids artwork on. Display in their room by creating a magnet wall. That way they get to choose how long it stays up. (And it’s conveniently out of view in the main living area) š Thanks so much for sharing at the #happynowlinkup!
What a brilliant idea! I love that, Leslie!
What a lovely way to display the children’s artwork and I’m sure they feel very proud seeing them in their ‘art gallery’. Thanks for sharing with us at #BloggersPitStop and have great week!
Thanks, Sue! You are so right! They love seeing their work!
Thanks for sharing this at the Inspiration Spotlight party. Pinned & sharing I would of loved this when my kids were little. Great idea & looks nice too.
Thanks so much, Theresa!
That is a very smart ideaLindsay. I remember when I had little ones the fridge was plastered with artwork. And after that it started to creep into the dining room and living area. We have an open plan space with few walls. This is really clever and a great way to show the little ones just how much you appreciate their work.
Thanks, Mary! Same thing was starting to happen with all our displayed artwork before the gallery went up!
Oh I love your idea!! YES…my kitchen wall contains all the artwork. The problem I with the kitchen is that it’s such a mess anyway ALL of the time, extra papers on the wall clutters my brain:) I have to find such a nook you describe. I will be going through the house asap! ha. Thanks so much for the idea. So cute! pinned!
Aw, Iām so glad this was able to inspire you Kathleen! Best of luck when creating your nook!
I love this idea Lindsey, wonderful way to encourage creativity. This time goes by so quickly, embrace it whole heartily while it’s here! Thanks for sharing your project at #fridaysfurniturefix!
100%, Brenda! Thanks so much for the reminder!