As someone who loves, playful childlike artwork anyways, I adore the idea of using kid's art to decorate the walls of a home. I think it looks colorful and modern. I also just love that it adds a personal touch to your home and makes kids feel like they've contributed to the process.
Photos: 1. The Selby via Rummey Bears. 2. Sixx Design. Disclaimer: The Sixx Design book was sent to me by the publishers.
fantastic idea. As an art teacher this is how I covered my walls, and it made me smile every day. the kids were so proud too!
Posted by: In Honor Of Design | February 04, 2010 at 03:44 PM
yes! so gorgeous - it makes me smile!
Posted by: Jane Flanagan | February 04, 2010 at 04:44 PM
Ooh, I especially love that second one--I like the floor to ceiling approach!
Posted by: blue bicicletta | February 04, 2010 at 05:32 PM
I really love the inclusion of kid's artwork. The 3rd one is a perfect feel.
Posted by: Fee-AMore | February 04, 2010 at 07:06 PM
I love children's art. I always have it around the house on magnet boards but I'm thinking of making a wee gallery with frames. Love it!
Posted by: Alisa: a pina colada | February 04, 2010 at 09:31 PM
My parents have kept a lot of my painting/drawings/sculptures from when I was a child and framed them. It's a great thing to have in the living room!
Posted by: Gali | February 05, 2010 at 04:26 AM
That is so beautiful. I wish I'd kept more of my art from childhood now! xoxo
Posted by: Melissa | February 05, 2010 at 07:51 AM
Fantastic... going to have to tell the hubby to make a mental note for the future. ;)
Posted by: myra :: twigs & honey | February 05, 2010 at 10:54 AM
Love it!! Your blog is gorgeous!
Posted by: In the Hammock Blog | February 05, 2010 at 11:48 AM
Love it!!! Also, along the same lines, check out www.MyKidsArtOnCanvas.com where you can turn your kid's artwork into a little masterpiece on canvas. Just like you said, besides it looking stunning and totally personalizing a home, it is a great way to encourage little artists' creativity and boost their self-esteem. With many options ( colors, frames, borders, personal captions,...etc.) to choose from, it's a unique gift idea for grandma or simply great pops of color for any room.
Posted by: Sabine Schoepke | February 05, 2010 at 12:49 PM
I completely agree - nothing makes a home more 'lived in' and family-friendly than kids' artwork. My son made a paper flower when he was two and it's still tucked into our bedroom mirror 18 months later. Whenever he sees it he tells me he made it for me... so cute.
Posted by: lucyatfourwallsandaroof | February 07, 2010 at 09:48 PM
This is how our dining room walls look...it's also sweet when the little artist likes to write "love" somewhere in the artwork.
Posted by: Chloe | February 08, 2010 at 02:39 PM
love this idea. I may start hanging a few today.
Posted by: paula | February 09, 2010 at 08:14 AM