This time of year is all about spreading the love! 😉 So, I thought I would switch up my mantel and add some interest. I decided to take a store bought, new map and make a new piece of artwork…who knows, it might even last after February 14th! (This could also be a great project for a soon-to-be-bride…hint, hint.)
Here’s how I made it…
I started by trimming the map (I got it from a teaching supply store for around $4.) to fit my frame. In this case, it was mirror that I was covering and taping the map into place. See it here.
I distressed the map. (Get the tutorial HERE.) Then I just free handed, “LOVE conquers.”
I did it first in pencil, then traced it in Sharpie, using a straight edge. The lines on the map were a good guide to follow.
To add some interest, I colored in “LOVE” with a gold marker, then outlined it in embroidery floss.
To make the paper more sturdy, I used a heavy tape on the back.
And finished it off by slowly stitching around each letter.
This was a fun little project that only cost me $5! The stitching did take some time, but I just did it while I watched TV one night.
To be honest, I got the idea while I was watching a Disney movie! Do you remember the part in Robin Hood, when they kiss and Klucky yells, “Love conquers all”? Yeah, I have kids… 😉
Just goes to prove that inspiration is all around us!!
~Angela
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What a great idea for a unique piece of art. We both love maps and our family room walls are almost covered with them. Thanks for sharing this great project.
Thanks, Paula!! 🙂
Such a darling project Angela! It would be a perfect wedding gift! I just shared it!
This is such a cool idea! I love maps,what a fun way to create art!
What a fabulous project… and thanks for the best tutorial! I’m going to put this on my must-try list. I’d love to make a map of the US. LOVE the gold LOVE! Thanks for sharing this LOVE-ly diy!
Such a neat and creative idea, Angela! I love it!
This is marvelously creative! Love your love conquers art craft for Valentines – a marvelous Valentine Tour post,
Kathy
Thanks, Kathy! So glad you stopped by!
What a fabulous idea! Great job on that darling map.
OMG I love this! I love old maps 😉 Sharing on my FB page today.
Hugs,
Jamie
Really original idea Angela! I love maps. So nice to be touring with you!
Kelly
What an awesome project! I “LOVE” it! Would also be great in a child’s room with their name or place of birth! ~Christy
What an unusual and creative project…love it! Thanks so much for joining us…hugs…Debbie
I love your adorable Valentine map. So clever!
Thanks, Sharon! 🙂
Great use of a map! So clever! Happy to be on the Valentine Home Tour with you.
I love anything that has a map! What a clever and creative idea for Valentine’s!!
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