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August 8, 2013

How to Make Framed Fabric Wall Art with Target Kitchen Towels!


Today I’m showing you how to make framed fabric wall art for inexpensive and custom art!

How to Make Framed Fabric Wall Art with Target Kitchen Towels

It seems like it’s been an eternity. No really…an eternity, okay well actually it’s been 393 long days.  393 days of no house projects, crafts or decorating. 393 days of passing seasons and cute new product lines and I watched them all slowly pass. Do you know how hard it is for a DIYer to sit twiddling her creative thumbs while she watches all of her amazing and talented friends crafting, and remodeling and designing…it’s torture I tell ya!

So, I’m so excited to get to work in my new house doing what I love to do best…with shopping coming in at a close second! 

It’s scary having so many stores available to me…literally two of everything including Target! Have you SEEN Target’s Threshold lines?! I’m in LURVE!!

I saw these super cute  Threshold Spoon Kitchen Towels and knew I had to have them, but once I got them home I just couldn’t bring myself to dry my dishes with them…they deserved more of a place of honor than that.  A place like my wall!

Target Threshold Spoon Kitchen Towels

If you’ve ever purchased art, you know how expensive it can be!  But creating your own framed fabric wall art is an easy, inexpensive and custom solution! It’s a fun and quick way to add color to any space, and if you are trying to brighten up a neutral area a great way to add pop to plain walls.

Here’s how to make frame fabric wall art with any fabric you choose…even kitchen towels!

How to Make Framed Fabric Wall Art with Target Kitchen Towels tutorial

Supplies:

Fabric of choice
Poster frames (purchased at WalMart $8.99 each)
Iron and Ironing Board
Spray paint in color of choice
Krylon Easy-Tack Repositionable Adhesive Spray

Directions For Framed Fabric Wall Art:

Carefully remove cardboard backing and acrylic “glass” from frames.  Spray several light coats of paint onto frames, being sure to get all of the inside edges of frame. Carefully iron fabric so there are no creases or wrinkles in fabric. Lightly spray adhesive spray on cardboard backing and lay fabric in the middle smoothing out all wrinkles from the center out. Wrap excess fabric around edges and cut off any excess.  Place acrylic and fabric covered cardboard back into frame. Hang where desired!

How to Make Framed Fabric Wall Art with Target Kitchen Towels

I have so many fun ideas in the works for the new house…are you as excited as I am!? 😉
What are some of your favorite DIY art ideas? 

Here’s some more fun and inexpensive art projects to check out:

My Framed Chalkboard Art
Sand and Sisal’s Framed Shower Curtain Fabric Art 
Four Generations One Roof’s DIY Wall Art
Pretty Handy Girl’s Easy and Stylish Sun Print Art

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For more wall art ideas be sure to visit our sponsor Leen The Graphics Queen and see her amazing selection of vinyl wall art!

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  1. Jordan@the2seasons says

    August 8, 2013 at 5:20 AM

    Ok this is so cute and easy. My type of project! It was lovely to meet you ladies in person at Haven. We had the best time and looking forward to next year! Have a great rest of the week. Cheers!

    Reply
  2. Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says

    August 8, 2013 at 5:33 AM

    Those towels are really cute, Heather! Perfect to make some wall art for the kitchen, too.

    Reply
  3. Shelli says

    August 8, 2013 at 5:40 AM

    Very cute, Heather!! I’ve seen wall art done with shower curtains too. I love turning things in to something other than what they were meant for! Happy decorating!!

    Reply
  4. Ann says

    August 8, 2013 at 5:45 AM

    Oh Heather…I’m so happy to see you getting your craft on again! Love these towels and the wall art. I made something similar for my daughter’s bedroom. So fun and colorful!

    Reply
  5. Shirley@Housepitality Designs says

    August 8, 2013 at 5:51 AM

    Heather…I have framed fabric before, but never thought to frame dish towels…great idea!!….I love the colors and patterns…So happy that you are getting to finally do what you love!

    Reply
  6. Judy says

    August 8, 2013 at 5:53 AM

    Love those kitchen towels – they look awesome on the wall and, I agree, are way too nice to use to dry dishes.

    Reply
  7. Kim @ Sand & Sisal says

    August 8, 2013 at 5:55 AM

    Framing fabric is so fast and easy and smart! I love the colors and prints you chose and how you grouped them into a wall gallery! Looks great! Thank for the shout out too!

    Reply
  8. Jill Flory says

    August 8, 2013 at 6:30 AM

    HEATHER! Welcome back! So good to see you 🙂 And I must say you look fabulous – and so does your project. You haven’t lost your touch!
    I think my favorite wall art I’ve done is pics of my kids in vintage frames. I have a several of them. I have a great place local that does custom framing at very reasonable prices and they don’t mind me bringing my rickety, chippy vintage frames to them to use!

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  9. Thistle says

    August 8, 2013 at 6:40 AM

    Heather,

    Seriously? Sooooo cute! I love everything Threshold (including that soap dispenser)!!!!

    Happy day to you sweet friend!
    karianne

    Reply
  10. Yvonne @ StoneGable says

    August 8, 2013 at 6:42 AM

    So easy… and so so cute!!! I’m going to have to check out Targets new line! Stop by StoneGable… TUTORIALS TIPS AND TIDBITS is going on now. Your tea towel art would be a very welcomed addition!!!

    Reply
  11. Kim says

    August 8, 2013 at 6:50 AM

    Heather, those are so cute. Great idea!

    Reply
  12. Shannon - AKA Design says

    August 8, 2013 at 7:02 AM

    What an adorable project! Love those kitchen towels too. So happy that you get to play around and decorate your house!
    xo,
    Shannon

    Reply
  13. Pam @ diy Design Fanatic says

    August 8, 2013 at 7:39 AM

    You’re right Heather, they are too cute to dry dishes with. The dish towels look so great as art! It was so nice to meet you at Haven!

    Reply
  14. Pfister Faucets says

    August 8, 2013 at 9:03 AM

    Love this idea so much, we’re pinning it to our creative upcycles board…as soon as Pinterest is back up and running. Thanks so much for sharing!

    Reply
  15. Angelina-JoJo and Eloise says

    August 8, 2013 at 9:04 AM

    Oh My Goodness!!!! So SUPER cute.. I can literally feel your excitement and energy. I can’t wait to see all the Yummy Goodness you are going to be sharing with us. I totally know what you mean about having stores in Abundance.. I have 4 Targets within 15 minutes of me.. Talk about SCARY!!
    Have a Fabulous rest of the week!!
    xoxo

    Reply
  16. Amy says

    August 8, 2013 at 10:20 AM

    Those are SO cute 🙂 I saw your sneak peak on instagram and was wondering what they would turn into—LOVE the idea of framed towels! Kitchen art is so fun. Though am dying as I am traveling and NO WHERE near a TARGET to go find those adorable towels!
    XO Amy

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  17. Kristin @ Yellow Bliss Road says

    August 8, 2013 at 10:40 AM

    So cute Heather! I LOVE Threshold, but I haven’t seen those towels. I am changing my colors in my kitchen and those would be perfect!!

    Reply
  18. Tracy says

    August 8, 2013 at 11:24 AM

    As a momma of 4 (yougest is 4 months), this is something I can do in a pinch with a great impact. Thanks for the idea! Whoo-hoo, Target here I come!

    Reply
  19. jessica @fourgenerationsoneroof says

    August 8, 2013 at 12:21 PM

    Cute! 🙂 Thanks for the link girl!

    Reply
  20. phyllis says

    August 8, 2013 at 12:34 PM

    Love ;your wall art from target, wow you are so creative,, they look so expensive and chic, what a wonderful idea…

    Reply
  21. Missy says

    August 8, 2013 at 1:05 PM

    Soooo jealous! We are in month 3 of selling our house and I am going crazy. Can’t wait for a new place to let out this decorative energy!!!! Love the spoon towels, I have towels with coffee cups just waiting for a project! Can’t wait to see all your new ideas!!!

    Reply
  22. Kristin @ bliss-athome.com says

    August 8, 2013 at 2:08 PM

    Heather, it was great to meet you at Haven! Love your blog. I just added you to my reader 🙂 xo Kristin

    Reply
  23. Shannon @Fox Hollow Cottage says

    August 8, 2013 at 3:59 PM

    So cute Heather! Love the bright, vibrant choice!! Had to PIN it 😉

    Reply
  24. Trish @ Uncommon says

    August 8, 2013 at 7:27 PM

    I am so in love with this its not even funny! I need more wall space!! Hope you are doing good!

    Take care,

    Trish

    Reply
  25. gertie @ The Old Block House says

    August 9, 2013 at 7:11 AM

    I love this & it’s so fresh & fun looking! We’ve used this with vintage towels, sacks & such, but I love your colors!

    Reply
  26. kelly arent {copper roof interiors llc} says

    August 9, 2013 at 7:22 AM

    I too am loving the Target Threshold line! I adore the wall art you made outa these towels. Colors are great and the size is perfect. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  27. Kelly @ thelilypadcottage says

    August 11, 2013 at 4:26 PM

    I’m so in love with these!! I haven’t seen them at Target but I’m totally tempted to go pick them up, genius idea!

    Reply
  28. Jennifer Martin says

    September 2, 2013 at 10:10 AM

    LOVE LOVE LOVE THESE TOWELS!!!! I bought these towels to use for a different project, but took them back. The holes from the hang tag were right in the middle. Did yours have holes?

    Reply
  29. Kitchen Scramble Cheat says

    November 16, 2013 at 2:45 PM

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