An old "Hot Toddy" idea in ReadyMade reminded us of our grandmother delicately removing the tape from each gift so she can save her wrapping paper for later use. We bet she'd never use it on her walls, though. But for the edgier ReadyMade reader under age 92, the idea of preserving beautiful paper and showing it off on your walls is quite appealing. Todd Oldham offers up some simple instructions:
How To...Reuse Gift Paper For Your Walls
1. Cut out your chosen shapes from gift wrap, either in a repeat motif or something more scenic.
2. Using a paintbrush or sponge, apply a thin layer of adhesive to the wall and lay the paper pieces on top, pretty sides facing out.
3. Using the pad brush, smooth out any air bubbles, moving from the center to the edge of the shapes.
4. Allow to dry.
We loved this issue of ReadyMade, have gotten a lot of great ideas, and as always, gained inspiration for fulfilling all of our untapped DIY ambitions...
(Re-published from a post dated 12/5/06)
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nice idea, but where does one get pretty gift paper? Aside from online shopping, around here we just have Walmart, Target, Hallmark and Kmart, basically. So some good web recommends would be much appreciated.
I am addicted to paper. Here are some of my favorites:
Paper Source: http://www.paper-source.com/cgi-bin/paper/giftwrap/index.html
Broadway Paper: http://shop.broadwaypaper.com/browse.cfm/2,94.html
Just websearch giftwrap. The best sources will be at the top of the list like Paper Mojo and Kate's Paperie.
I'm going to line my built-in hamper with a Smith & Noble print.
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But what's the adhesive"? That would seem to be a piece of key information.
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okay, this is too weird. i just decided two days ago that im going to wallpaper my kitchen with paper from Paper Source!!
i looked around at wallpaper paste, but its all too intense and stinky. so i found a great recipe by googling "wallpaper paste recipe". its basically rice flour, water, alum, and a few drops of clove oil, which'll make the whole project smell great!
check www.mylittleapartment.blogspot.com for updates!
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