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DIY: Geometric Art

by Amanda on May 15, 2013
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My favorite kinds of DIYs are ones that anybody can do, even the most crafty-impaired. And this is one of them. If you can draw a straight line using a ruler, you can do this project. Plus, it’s super affordable! I used a combination of paint and Scotch® Color & Pattern Duct Tape to mix up the textures a bit in this simple piece of art. And since the tape requires no dry time, this project took me less than an hour! So let’s get started with this DIY project, perfect for adding some color to your bedside tables or your walls.

Supplies

scotch tape diy project

Step 1

Start by drawing lines in various directions to create an interesting geometric look. Grab a pencil and a ruler to keep the lines super straight. Once you draw the lines, decide which section is going to be what color.

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Step 2

Do the Scotch® Color & Pattern Duct Tape sections first, before painting. Apply the tape over the area(s) you choose, making sure to overlap the tape slightly each time. Apply the tape in the same direction (I chose to do mine vertically) to keep it looking clean.

scotch tape diy project

Step 3

Use your ruler and x-acto knife to trim the tape into the shape you’d like. Flip the wood panel over and cut the excess tape off as well. Make sure you put something sturdy underneath so you don’t cut through the table!

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Step 4:

Peal away the excess tape to reveal your shapes.

scotch tape diy project

Step 5

Use ScotchBlue Painter’s Tape to prevent your paint from running into other sections. Once you’ve painted all the sections you want, let the paint dry and remove the blue tape.

scotch tape diy project

scotch tape diy project

I’m so happy with how this DIY project turned out. Geometric art is one of my favorite trends right now, so being able to create it on my own with simple materials like Scotch Duct Tape is super rewarding. I decided to set my piece of art on top of a small dresser in my bedroom where I keep my perfume and some accessories. The dresser was a bit one-dimensional and was definitely lacking color. I think this project completes the look I was going for and really adds a touch of style to my room. I love it!

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Beautify Your Ugly Apartment Kitchen

by Amanda on May 2, 2013
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It’s unfortunate just how ugly your kitchen can be when you’re renting an apartment. From puke colored linoleum floors to old wooden cabinets and I-don’t-even-know-what countertops, you never know what you’re going to find when renting. But at our age, you can’t really base which apartment we choose to rent off of the color of the kitchen cabinets. We just don’t have that luxury.

So to make these unwanted kitchens feel brighter and more like home, there are things you can add to distract from the dated tile and awful color scheme. First, choose a color scheme that livens up the space but doesn’t clash with it. Not as easy as it sounds, I know. But here are some options below on what to pair with some common ugly kitchens you might often find in an apartment.

Cool Colors

If the cabinets and tiles in your kitchen are on the cooler side of the color wheel, stick with a color scheme of blues and greens. Keeping with the same tone can make that ugly tile look better, while throwing in a bright orange for example can simply highlight how ugly the kitchen actually is. It’s also smart to throw in some neutrals, especially light neutrals like white and tan, to brighten up the space and keep it looking clean.

apartment_kitchen_ideas
Coasters | Towel | Dip-Dyed Serving Utensils
Egg Crate | Bowls | Serving Dish | Cooking Utensils

Warm Colors

If you’re kitchen is unfortunate enough to come with deep reddish brownish tiles like mine (oy vey), again, stick with the warm tones. Choose modern hues and bold prints to distract from the rest of the kitchen. Warm oranges and reds won’t clash with the existing colors but will bring the focus back to the fun items you place around your kitchen. A good rug is also a great way to cover up the tile and set the tone for the rest of the room.

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Wooden Slab Cutting Board | Soap Dispenser Set | Rolling Pin
Cooking Utensils | Coaster | Rug | Drying Rack

How do you beautify your kitchen?

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