A picture is worth a thousand words, but we like to combine our words and pictures into awesome pieces of typography wall art. From inspirational quotes to putting our name up in lights, we believe in art that really says something. Check out our favorite DIY projects that are easy to make but make a big statement. Get it? Statement? Ok, we’re done.
1. Renter Friendly Fabric Typography: Here is a pretty solution that won’t harm your walls and definitely makes a big impact, without a single hole or drop of paint. (via Curbly)
2. Folded Alphabet: Create the illusion of letters just by folding down different edges. (via Weekday Carnival)
3. Big Impact: This project is really simple — just keep layering and collaging until you love what you see, then blow it up even bigger! (via A Beautiful Mess)
4. Resolution Banner: What a wonderful way to remind yourself of what’s really important. (via Breathe Happiness)
5. Gold Typography: You know how much we love gold art, and this is a fun way to get creative with gold foil. (via Macted)
6. Wire Word Art: Who knew electrical wire could be so darn cute? (via Brit + Co)
7. Fairy Lights: Display a favorite word or name in pretty lights. (via Apartment Therapy)
8. Faux Moss: Make people think you have moss growing on your wall with this creative piece of typography! (via Crafted)
9. Gold Thumbtacks: Inexpensive, simple and with big wow factor, this DIY project ticks all the right boxes. (via Live Love DIY)
10. String Art: We love the colors and textures of this super fun typography project. (via Brit + Co)
11. Gold Glitter: If you can trace a line, you can make this elegant framed typography piece. (via Sincerely Sara D)
12. Distressed Gold Letters: We love the casual way you can stack and lean these letters on your mantel or bookcase. (via Nouvelle Daily)
13. Wooden Letters: It’s so cool how these plywood letters just seem to jump off the wall. (via Vintage Revivals)
15. Open Book: Take advantage of those pretty antique books at the thrift store with this clever DIY. (via Handmade Mood)
16. Bright Lights: Get your name up in lights with these awesome marquee letters. (via Brit + Co)
17. Moss Graffiti: Try your hand at living art with this easy moss garden wall hanging. (via Free People)
18. Set In Stone: We had no idea concrete could look so… pretty! (via Wit And Whistle)
19. Air Plant Art: Combine string art, bright paint and a tiny plant for a super awesome piece of art. (via Brit + Co)
20. Yarn Letters: Get that warm fuzzy feeling with these yarn wrapped letters. (via Daily Fix)
What letters or words would you put up as art? Let us know 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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