Crushing On: Wall Hangings

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Hey Guys!

Last week I shared a tutorial (with a video!) for a moroccan wedding blanket inspired wall hanging. It turned out beautifully and since posting it, I've had wall hangings on the brain. So I set out to find gorgeous inspirational spaces to share with you and tips for using wall hangings in your own home.

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9 Ways To Use A Wall Hanging


Centered Over A Dresser: Add symmetry to a space by centering a decorative wall hanging over a larger piece like a dresser.

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To Accent A Space Within A Space: This desk space is defined by the fabric wall hanging hung behind it.


[caption id="attachment_909" align="aligncenter" width="650"]blue-patterned-fabric-wall-hanging-accent-behind-desk AN INSPIRED, BOHEMIAN HOME IN THE CALIFORNIA DESERT Design*Sponge[/caption]

 

Display In A Collection: Create a gallery wall effect by grouping a few smaller wall hangings and throw in a complimentary piece or two in similar colors.

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To Fill A Small Wall: Got a small wall? Fill it with an intricate wall hanging to add color, texture and interest to the space.

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Add Height To Shorter Furniture Pieces: Tall and Short walls can benefit from this trick. A shorter piece of furniture can have big impact by hanging a large wall hanging above it.

[caption id="attachment_912" align="aligncenter" width="650"]add-height-to-a-shorter-piece-of-furniture-by-hanging-a-large-scale-wall-hanging-above-apartment-therapy Lauren and Chad's Vintage Comfort Apartment Therapy[/caption]

Center Above A Bed to act as a Visual Headboard: Honestly, who needs a headboard nowadays? This cool wall hanging brings focus to the bed, which is the focus of the room traditionally.

[caption id="attachment_913" align="aligncenter" width="650"]center-a-wall-hanging-above-a-bed-to-act-as-a-visual-headboard-apartment-therapy Carrie & Hal's Modern Bohemian Home Apartment Therapy[/caption]

To Make A Statement: Conversation piece, amiright?

[caption id="attachment_916" align="aligncenter" width="650"]statement-giant-macrame-wall-hanging-apartment-therapy Carrie & Hal's Modern Bohemian Home Apartment Therapy[/caption]

Add A Pop Of Color: Tie in a pop of color by using wall hangings to pop the color throughout a space. It looks great against an otherwise neutral space.

[caption id="attachment_917" align="aligncenter" width="649"]rug-to-wall-hanging-adds-pop-of-color-to-neutral-space Lauren & Stiles' Southwest Bohemian Homestead Apartment Therapy[/caption]

To Share A Positive Message: Wall hangings with messages can bring a positive vibe to a space.

[caption id="attachment_918" align="aligncenter" width="650"]wall-hanging-with-a-message-make-someone-smile Jo & Hamish's Cosy Cottage Charmer Apartment Therapy[/caption]

Add Texture & Interest Behind A Side Table: The wall hanging adds texture and looks interesting against the stark chrome lamp in front of it.

[caption id="attachment_919" align="aligncenter" width="650"]add-interest-behind-an-end-table-wall-hanging-add-texture Jess' Colorful Urban Townhouse Apartment Therapy[/caption]

So now you've got all the ways you can use a wall hanging in your space. So go on and find one, or better yet, make one!

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