It’s no secret that we love paper around here. Case in point… remember our Tissue Paper Tassel Garlands? How about our Wrapping Paper Flags? Or our Parchment Paper Envelopes? Those were epic. Well today my friends, let me introduce or reintroduce you to contact paper. You guys are going to be best friends… trust us! We’ve got 20 of our favorite DIY ideas to do with contact paper. So warm up that Pinterest page and get ready to be inspired!
1. Color-Blocked Toe Kick: Can we get a hallelujah? Holy Moses this toe-kick is incredible! Truth be told… this little number inspired this entire post! (via Oh Joy)
2. Jumbo Gold Polka Dot Wall: This wall would add just the right amount of pizzazz (how about that for a throwback word?) to an office, bedroom, or living room. It had us at gold. (via Lauren Conrad)
3. Wall of Triangles: We love the way the green in this Wall of Triangles ties in that phenomenal geometric gold and green pillow. This DIY project is done with vinyl, which can be easily swapped for contact paper. (via Oleander and Palm)
4. Chevron Serving Tray: This chevron serving tray is lovely indeed. It’s just the thing for serving up drinks or appetizers when hosting a party. (via Lovely Indeed)
5. Bright Polka Dot Wall: This would be adorable in a children’s room or in your own room! It’s a fabulous way to cheer up a space! (via Pillow Mint)
6. Black and White Geometric Embellished Bookshelf: IKEA hack alert! This DIY project might take you an hour… if that! (via My Second Hand Life)
7. Gilded Pet Bowls: Pets should be stylish too … don’t ya think? Have your pooch eat in style with these DIY Gilded Pet Bowls. (via Brit + Co.)
8. Embellished Kraft Notebooks: We are suckers for gorgeous notebooks around here, and these certainly don’t disappoint. Grab some washi tape and contact paper, and you are ready to begin crafting these beauties! (via My Second Hand Life)
9. Clothespin Place Card Holders: Proclaimed as the easiest place card holders you will ever make by Emily Henderson. I can totally believe it. These look like a sinch and are totally chic! (via Emily Henderson)
10. White Confetti Backdrop: We love the combo of kraft paper and white. This looks like a fantastic way to set off your next fête. (via A Bubbly Life)
11. Cloud Wall: Making clouds out of contact paper is so clever for a baby or kid’s room. And it has our heads racing as to what other use could be had from these cuties! (via Pillow Mint)
12. Ampersand Lazy Susan: This was done using vinyl. However, we think contact paper could easily be swapped out to make this lazy susan just as fabulous! (via Whipperberry)
13. Gold Striped Door: Oh Joy has knocked our socks off again on this list! This project is just a-door-able. (via Oh Joy)
14. Wood-Grain Laptop Wrap: Want to be the most hip gal at the coffee shop? DIY this wrap and you will surely win the prize, but don’t forget your skinny jeans! (via Fine & Feathered)
15. Black and White Washer and Dryer: We let out a collective gasp at Brit + Co. when we saw this washer and dryer! Talk about creative chops! (via A Beautiful Mess)
16. Room Divider: Seriously… how do you think of something like this? It’s hands down amazing. (via Apartment Therapy)
17. Gold Polka Dot Wall: This gold polka dot wall is subtle and chic. Note to self … it looks amazing next to a piece of furniture with a pop of color! (via The Homes I Have Made)
18. Wood Grain Chevron Wall: The nice thing about this project is it’s just manly enough to not cause a fight around the house. We love it, and we think your man will too! (via Apartment Therapy)
19. Resolutions Subway Art: While those resolutions are still in full effect, whip up this resolutions subway art with some contact paper, paint, and wood. Blogger, Ashley, also has a subway art pillow tutorial to match. (via Lil Blue Boo)
20. Rose Gold Dotted Wall: As much as we love gold around here, rose gold might be taking the lead these days. This wall looks adorable paired with a gallery of frames. (via Oh Joy)
Will you be making contact? Stick your thoughts in the comments below!
It can be intimidating to step out on your own and build a business from the ground up. As part of our collaboration with Office Depot, we're talking with Selfmade alum and solopreneur Colette Lawrence, the faith-based motivator and relationship builder behind The M.E.E. Movement, about ways in which women in business can find success.
B + C: How did you know M.E.E. Movement was your business to start?
The M.E.E Movement represents motivation, empowerment, and encouragement for women. It is what represents me. I did not know at first that it was my business to start, but then the thought of monetizing what I loved came to me. It scared me, however. I registered the business in July 2020 and have been slowly building my wings since.
B + C: What's one strategy that's helped you start your business?
Thinking through and researching what the requirements are to start my business, and then asking questions of people who are in the business. Not all advice worked; however, it helped me to figure out what I needed to do and not to do.
B + C: Did you always know life coaching would be your entrepreneurial path?
(Smiles) No, I did not. I 'stumbled" on it. I knew that people were always coming to me for advice and I found that I loved having conversations with them, especially with women, young and old.
B + C: What was your most valuable takeaway from Selfmade?
My most valuable takeaway was the first day of training: Get out of your own way. There were a lot of great moments and important takeaways from every presenter. However, getting out of my own way, pushing past doubts, was for me my most valuable takeaway. Doing something that I had never done before took courage. If I do not focus on what is happening with me mentally then I cannot deliver to my clients successfully.
B + C: What's one piece of advice you would give to female entrepreneurs on the brink of starting?
Get out of your head. You have something to offer. You have what you need to succeed so go ahead and do it.
B + C: How do you stay motivated?
I stay motivated by listening to music and listening to motivational speakers, and sometimes someone will just reach out and talk about the impact that I made in their life. That adds the extra juice or sauce I need to pummel through the day.
B + C: What's your best organizational tip?
Keep a diary and journal. It's the best way for me to keep organized and it also provides a source motivation as I record not only my "losses" but my wins as well.
B + C: Who inspires you in the entrepreneurial space?
Shirley Toliver – She motivates and empowers and makes me always want to show up.
B + C: What has receiving the Office Depot scholarship to Selfmade done to help you start or grow your business?
The scholarship was a blessing in that all the areas that were covered offered valuable information that I needed, from social media to HR. As a new business owner, I needed to know this to increase my own personal awareness in what it takes to run a successful business. The candidness of the presenters made it easy to see myself in their shoes and helped me to realize that I can also get there.
Thanks Colette! You can follow The M.E.E. Movement on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
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