Map Crafts

map crafts
It's not a new concept to use old maps as art, but I've recently seen a few unique ideas for how to personalize them to make great conversation pieces. Here are a few ideas for adding DIY wall art and other accents to your abode:

map hearts artwork

Cut hearts out of favorite vacation spots or other significant locations to remind you of all the places you know and love.

map string art

Martha Stewart suggests stitching thread along a map to use as a visual trip down memory lane. Make several of these for a gallery wall that also displays memorabilia.

map coasters

Martha strikes again by showing us how to decoupage maps onto cork tiles to use as coasters.



You could also use maps to decoupage letters for a typographical ode to a favorite spot. These are from Urban Outfitters, but you could easily make your own.

map letters

Little White Dog on Etsy also has some that are more 3D.

map wedding art

DIY Newlyweds has a tutorial for how to use a map of your honeymoon destination to mat a favorite photo.

large map wall art

Or just use one large map as an impressive wall hanging as shown on Decor Pad...

framed nautical map

and here on Jenny Castle Design.

Finally, you could use maps to refurb a tired or boring piece of furniture. Check out this dresser and coffee table.

map dresser

map coffee table

Where do your maps take you?

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