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)

14. Neon Wood: Mix and match patterns for a fun gallery of colorful typography! (via Brit + Co)

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!

Kate Thorn
Kate Thorn is an illustrator, foodie, photographer, and blogger at Create & Kate. She loves creating art, traveling, and all things chocolate. A native to the Great Northwest, she is currently living in London and pretending to be a mature grad student.