Dinomite Decorating!

Posted on May 27, 2014 by admin

Dinosaur Expedition Wall Decals via WallPops

Crafting the perfect kid’s room or playroom is always a challenge when faced with so many options. Do you go with simple and sweet or fun and daring? Choosing a theme that can also transition from exciting to educational tends to be an important factor for many when narrowing down such a broad selection of ideas. So whether you’re planning for your next little one or looking to spruce up your child’s space, adding a touch of prehistoric charm with a dash of learning and adventure may be just the thing you’ve been looking for.

Room Inspiration via Pinterest & WallPops (bottom right Dino Red Peel & Stick Border coming soon!)

Steeped in both ancient history and scientific discovery, these exotic animals are a wonderful way to bring a world of exploration and creativity to your little one’s room while still maintaining an element of fun. With an array of curious species that include Tyrannosaurus Rex, Triceratops and Stegosaurus, our colorful assortment of dinosaur decals makes it easy to tie the look of your room together by adding cute, simple touches to rare and unexpected places. Watch below as these land before time creatures inspire a world of enchantment on walls, dressers, bookshelves and more.

Bring dinosaur adventure to a toy chest for a playful accent to your child’s room (image via WallPops)

Add clever detail to a neutral lamp or lampshade (image via WallPops)

Let your child create their own masterpiece on walls (Dino Blue Wall Stickers coming soon to WallPops

Still unsure on where to begin? Start by adding these radiant glow in the dark Dino decals to your child’s ceiling or wall and watch as their eyes light up!

First Impressions: Dazzle Your Entry Way

Posted on May 21, 2014 by admin

When you first enter a space, that is the magic moment where the ambiance is set, as if a spell has been cast. The first impression of your home establishes a tone for the whole house and, as the saying goes, “you never get a second chance to make a first impression”. Whether you have a formal foyer or a casual entrance hall, or even if you enter directly into a living space, it is a design opportunity to make your home memorable and chic.

Foyer Decor Idea DIY Entryway Decor with Frames

Memorable Entryway Decor via Brewster Home Fashions

The entry above uses color, lighting and an artful arrangement of white frames to greet homeowners and guests with an inviting and pretty look. The mix of modern and shabby-chic elements is a fresh way to establish personality in the space, while the colors welcome you with a well-styled warmth. Be conscientious of lighting. An entry way should provide ample light without being so glaring as to feel unnerving and create harsh shadows.

A stylish foyer with striped walls and fresh flowers via wallpops.com

A dynamic entryway that mixes stripes into the mix via hgtv.com

Stripes are timeless and chic! The foyers above show how classic and fashionable stripes are, making a dynamic look for any style space. The color and scale of your stripe design can create any look from mod black and white to nautical blues or serene neutrals. A striped feature wall or all over stripes makes a graphic impact in any space, especially an entryway. WallPops stripe decals come in a continuous roll that makes creating a DIY striped wall simple and fun! Just peel & stick for perfect lines in any color.

colorful foyer decor idea with designer impact

Jonathan Berger pink foyer via housebeautiful.com

Pop of color on pure white foyer walls by Jonathan Adler for wallpops.com

Banish boring! Make your space pop using color as an invigorating element of surprise. Both of the spaces above are remarkable because they use color to wow! If you cannot or choose not to paint, you can add a pop of punchy color with vibrant wall art or bold lacquered furniture. If you want to set the mood for stunning, vivid accent colors in an entryway are a perfect way to get the style party started.

Add a resplendent detail to your entryway with botanicals

eco-fresh foyer decor idea diy wall decor idea

Add an eco-fresh look year round with botanical inspired art image via wallpops.com

Plants bring instant personality and beauty to any space. Adding a touch of eco-chic greenery actually makes people happy! Whether you live in the country or the city, a fresh plant will look lovely in your entryway. If you truly don’t have the light or the inclination to keep a plant alive in your foyer, botanical inspired decor accents or a vase of flowers will do the trick too!

Trending: Parisian Décor

Posted on May 13, 2014 by admin

Parisian décor inspiration

Paris, the city of love, where vintage and modern coexist and “organized clutter” is seen as stylish and chic. Old clocks to beautiful fabrics to gilt picture frames, chandeliers, black, white, gold and purple, all mix beautifully together to inspire a perfect Parisian look. Although the Eiffel Tower may not lay outside your doorstep, achieving a look that’s both old and new, eclectic yet romantic can be done with just a few simple touches using some of our peel and stick decals!

Sketch of a Parisian inspired room

The easiest way to bring Parisian style home, is to bring to your room pictures of French landmarks including Paris and the Eiffel Tower, black and white vintage photographs or paintings of the French countryside. Nothing speaks more to Parisian culture than the beautiful sites and scenery of the city itself!

Paris Wall Mural via WallPops

A romantic Parisian bedroom featuring the Tour Eiffel Wall Mural and Jonathan Adler Love Kit

Offsetting a modern room with vintage details and accessories is another common theme that can be found throughout Parisian homes. By bringing in items and furniture that have a time-worn elegance, you can layer in the old with the new and start to create a mixed look that’s both unique and stylish.

Blue ottoman and emty frames on the wall

Antique vintage keys hung above a modern chaise lounge

A vintage boudoir fashioned with a modern floral decal

Last but not least, incorporating raven colored accents throughout your room work to tie the whole Parisian look together. With a chic touch of black on picture frames, lamp shades or even pillows, the plain becomes glamorous and the old becomes new.

Notice how subtle black accents work to tie this stylish Paris apartment together

Use the Baroque Wall Art Kit for a stylish pop of black

Make sure to check out the “Refashioning with WallPops: Parisian Decorating” video on our YouTube channel for more Parisian décor ideas!

Bargello Waves

Posted on May 8, 2014 by admin

Our Bargello Waves is a designer wall art kit by Jonathan Adler for WallPops! This mod geometric print is like a granny gone wild needlepoint design for your walls. The Bargello waves motif was inspired by a set of embroidered chairs found in the Bargello palace of Florence, Italy. It is also sometimes called Florentine Flame Stitch, and Hungarian Point. The kit comes with 18 separate decals on two large sheets and no two are exactly alike! You can arrange these groovy pieces to make your own statement piece, and to fit your space perfectly. You might even end up with extra pieces left over to add an unexpected pop of mod style to a table or shelf. Below we have compiled a few of our favorite room shots, each showing a unique style, as well as a quick video to showcase how simple and fun these decals are to install!

Desk Decor – Refresh Your Work Space

Posted on May 1, 2014 by admin

If you are anything like us, then your desk is probably where you spend A LOT of time! While inspiration may strike at any moment, out getting coffee, drifting off to sleep in your bed, driving, or jogging through your neighborhood, your desk is most likely where that idea begins to flourish. We work, study, message our family and friends, browse the web, watch videos, SHOP and DREAM at our desks. This is a spot that should inspire you! If your desk is cluttered or bleak, it is a missed opportunity! Your work space should be well organized and engaging, giving you a sense of pride and motivation! At WallPops we are obsessed with a well appointed desk! We have a whole line of peel and stick dry-erase decals including calendars, message boards, maps and organization kits specifically designed for your office, home or dorm organization. Not only are these items super functional and helpful, they are also attractive and fun to work with! We have also seen our decals used in creative ways to add a splash of color and sass to ordinary items. Check out the video above and some of our favorite desk spaces below:

DIY Coffee Table Upcycle

Posted on April 23, 2014 by admin

This video shows several ways to totally reinvent furniture with our decals. From adding a seasonal splash of color and design to creating a chic stained glass effect, this video shows how easy it can be to reinvent your current pieces.

The upcycling movement is all the rage in the arts, crafts and building world. It has taken the DIY movement to a new height of eco-chic accomplishment, repurposing items to brand new functions and forms, with eclectic and remarkable results. Before you buy new pieces, we recommend “shopping” your own home to see if you have anything that could be reinvented with a chic new identity. You can also save money and achieve a fulfilling sense of accomplishment by purchasing a used piece and making it your own with personalized upgrades. Painted furniture, for example, has been trending in home decor. Outdated wood pieces, especially, have enjoyed a renaissance of style after receiving a fresh coat of paint in an a la mode hue.

DIY painted bureau upcycle coral turned to design blogspot

image via turnedtodesign.blogspot

WallPops are the perfect asset in DIY upcycling projects! They are not just for walls & will stick to most smooth, flat surfaces – including painted furniture, cabinets, appliances and most treated woods. Here are a few of our favorite WallPops upcycles on ordinary items:

DIY filing cabinet project with WallPops by Jonathan Adler

santorini ikea hack DIY ikea medicine cabinet upcycle

ikea hack via idqa blogspot with Santorini WallPops by Jonathan Adler

DIY stairs upcycle with WallPops Tangier stripes decals via Pinterest

Safari Bureau Kids dresser DIY decor project with Wallpops

DIY Bureau Project with turquoise paint & Zoe Stripes by WallPops

Under the Sea: Ocean Inspired Décor Ideas

Posted on April 14, 2014 by admin

Sea Inspired Décor via Pinterest

Take me to the sea! Don’t wait till summer for that relaxing beach getaway. From beach scenes to coral reefs to nautical charm and more, adding a touch of seaside splendor to your home can transform boring walls into picturesque seascapes and colorless rooms into vibrant underwater adventures. Perfect for bathrooms, bedrooms and even living rooms, our variety of ocean inspired WallPops will bring R&R home to stay.

Sea Paradise Wall Mural via WallPops

Sea Dream Wall Panoramic via WallPops

Nothing is more serene than a striking view of the ocean. Whether hung above a bed or placed as a living room’s focal point, this visual representation is both breathtaking and glamorous. Adding a beautiful beach scene into your décor boasts effortless style that’s forever timeless.

Under the Sea Kit via WallPops

Regatta Dots, Blox & Stripes via WallPops

Creating a nautical themed bathroom or bedroom with WallPops Wall Art Kits or Dots, Blox and Stripes, is not only fun but allows you to bring undersea adventure to your walls in a personalized and colorful way. From tropical fish to stylish shells, have a blast designing your perfect beach haven. Wonderful for inspiring creativity in your little one or wowing friends and guests, take a vacation everyday with these ocean inspired designs.

Coral Decal Kit via WallPops

The wonder of the ocean comes from its vast and unending beauty and the same goes for ocean inspired décor. There are no limits or guidelines to creating that perfect room or wall. Decorating with WallPops allows you to dream up new concepts and patterns that fit your individual style, so peel, stick, mix and match until you reach that winning combo!

April Powers! Bloom Some Spring Cheer

Posted on April 7, 2014 by admin

image via wallpops

The beginning of April marks a renaissance of life outdoors! While natures first greens of the season are unfurling and purple hyacinth are popping up outside, the interior of your home should also enjoy a refreshed look. This is the time to let the light in, swapping out thick curtains for sheers and lace, and sprinkle your home with inspiring pops of pretty! Here are 5 ways to use Springs color and home decor trends in your space for a rejuvenated style.

Splash of Color

pastel color trend in home decor via Pinterest

image via Pinterest

This Season, pastels are bathing everything in delicate hues of pink, pistachio, baby blue and lavender. These midtone versions of Easter candy hues are delightful and chic, adding a creamy dream soft beauty to everything from swimsuits to kitchen appliances. Somewhat reminiscent of the 1950s, these tender hues have an inviting and fresh feel. Try painting a wooden chair, making a feature wall, or introducing a new accessory into your home this season in a pretty pastel tint.

Blossoming Branches Or Potted Bulbs

Decorating with potted bulbs spring decor trends idea

image via Brewster Home Fashions

It is widely known that a vase of fresh flowers brings a room to life. This year, think outside the bouquet and try decorating with branches or potted bulbs instead. Not only do these options last longer than cut flowers, they also have a sophisticated whimsy. Spring sprigs, like pussy willows, almond tree boughs and flowering cherry tree branches add height and enchantment to decor. Buy cut branches or snip your own to enjoy the gradual blossom of nature unfolding indoors. Potted bulbs provide a similar sense of charm, building anticipation as a spike of fresh green leaves slowly buds into a colorful posy of flowers.

Floral Prints

Fresh floral wall art new design ideas spring decor trends

image via wallpops

Florals never really go out of style, they just take on new tendencies each season. This year it seems watercolor florals, pixelated graphic florals and vintage chic retro florals are all the rage. Pick your passion or fee free to mix and match, because you simply cannot go wrong with flowers in the Springtime. Try mixing floral prints into the room with a tablecloth, a framed piece of art or wall decal kit, a garland of blossoms strung across a window, or in accent pieces like plates, vases or even napkins.

Pillow Update

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We recommend swapping out pillows often! It is one of the quickest and most effective ways to renew a space. In the Winter we like to cuddle up on the couch, surrounded by fabrics like fur, velvet, and warm knits. April is the perfect time to trade these pillows for bright and cool new looks, with seasonally appropriate fabrics like linen, cotton and lace. Experiment with the seasons fascination with metallics, mixing pastels with gold accents and fun florals with shimmery sequins.

Bowl of Beauty

pier one candy dish with pastel candy almonds

found on pier 1 sweet spring theme dish with pastel candy almonds

Is there anything more welcoming than a bowl full of treats to enjoy? Think of the sweet lady who always has candy on her desk, your favorite neighborhood restaurant with the delicious mints, or your Martha Stewart channeling relative who always has little snacks out to enjoy. Get seasonal and sweet with your own little dish of goodies – it’s an opportunity to bring out your cutest dish and to make somebody smile – even yourself! Or, for a purely aesthetic display, try a bowl of floating blossoms, artichokes, or moss. To make your own decorative vessel check out our video on updating plain vases with designer decals. The results are gorgeous!

Walls that Inspire with Words to Live By

Posted on April 3, 2014 by admin

Imagine walking into a room and being greeted by the decor. Literally. The walls look back at you and seem to smile, with a cheerful affirmation such as “All You Need is Love”… or “Be Your Own Kind of Beautiful”. With the right quotes, your walls can truly inspire you and your guests. Wall words can include snippets of favorite songs and poems, like “We Can Be Heroes” from David Bowie, classic nursery rhymes like “Row, Row, Row your Boat” for a darling baby decor idea, and expressive wall quotes. Love being unique? Remind yourself and your roommates everyday with the “Never let Anybody Dull Your Sparkle” design. Bringing together decorative fonts together with the art of poetry, a wall quote is artistic and thought provoking.

If you want to spell out your own message, you can bring any phrase to life with the alphabet wall decal sets. With multiples of each letter, and several colors and fonts to choose from, these letters let you express anything from a simple and unique name to your personal mantra or favorite saying. You can even move the letters around if your sentiment changes from time to time. Change your mind? Change your design!

We also love the concept of using letters and words to personalize items, designate an area, or make a seasonal sentiment. We have seen decals used at baby showers to declare exciting news, such as “it’s a boy!” We have seen fun rooms that added a festive phrase like “merry and bright” or “happy Easter” to walls during the holiday season as part of the decor. Adding a name to your child’s door or a piece of furniture can be a great use of font as art, as well as a way to keep things organized.

DIY Easter Decor and Craft Ideas

Posted on March 25, 2014 by admin

Easter is especially fun to decorate for because it comes at the cusp of Spring. By April we are so ready for pastels, fresh flowers, and bunny rabbits, and Easter arrives with the perfect excuse to get glittery and colorful. It is also a really cute holiday for kids crafts, presenting so many adorable traditions like egg dying, Easter baskets, and Easter egg hunts. Here are a few darling ways to bring an Easter flair to life in your home this year!

Make an Easter Theme Mantel

image via Better Homes & Gardens

Lots of people decorate their mantels for the winter holidays, with stockings and candles, ornaments and garland. An Easter theme mantel decor is just as fun, with a whole new color scheme! Pick a theme, or cultivate a scene with decorated eggs, bunny knick-knacks, flowering branches, and fresh flowers. All of our favorite examples here also use a cute swag to complete the look. This can be an easy and fun DIY project on its own, one you can re-use from year to year. The mantel to the left uses colorful ribbon and strips of craft paper in pastel prints tied to a piece of yarn. Below, the letters S-P-R-I-N-G provide inspiration for a festive pennant, while the felt carrots on a green ribbon make a playful statement piece in the bottom image.

image via sugarpiefarmhouse blog

image via detailedpartymom.blogspot

Use Your Cake Plates to Create an Easter Display

viapinterest Cake plates are beautiful! We are guilty of having several tucked away in our cabinets, and we love any excuse to show them off! Why wait for cake? Take them out now and create a tiered display. The cake plates themselves have a cheerful and decorative look, especially when used to display your Easter eggs in a pretty nest, or topped with tiny vases of tulips. Cake plates make a gorgeous tablescape idea for Easter decor, and we love an excuse to have them out of the China cabinet so that we can admire them! This also saves room on the table because you can take advantage of vertical space, creating tiers of cupcakes, eggs, flowers, appetizers and more, with lots of layers of visual interest.

Cake Plate Easter Egg nest Easter Display DIY decor idea

image via birdsparty blogspot

Cake Plate Easter Table Decor DIY Decor IDea

image via Martha Stewart

Add a Pop of Pretty to Your Walls with Removable Wall Art

Happy Easter DIY wall decals eggs decor Your walls are the perfect palette for your pastel and glitter Easter whims! Hang up home made art by your kids, nieces and nephews, or create your own. Or, make your own peel and stick eggs by cutting our WallPops wall decals like we have done here. Have fun decorating your egg shapes with polka dots, stripes, and mini flowers. You can stick them to kitchen cabinets, mirrors, appliances and walls without worrying about damaging your paint with tacks or tape. Or, for a ready made Easter and Spring theme, try our new Flutterby Butterflies or the Patchwork Daisy pastel pennant decals. You might end up wanting to keep this sweet wall art up year round! If not, you can always stick it back to its protective backing and put it up again next year!

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