![]() – 4 x diagonal support pieces with 45* corners so that it could brace against the exterior frame The exact sizes don’t really matter as long as they functionally support the frame. Then I used the cut-offs from the two 1x2s that I got the 60″ pieces from to create diagonal support pieces. If you have a small frame, then you can get away with just little diagonal support pieces in the corners, but if your frame is as large as mine or larger, then you’ll also need additional support pieces so I also cut an additional 1×2 in half to create two more support pieces. I wanted mine to be about 5ft x 4ft so I cut two 1x2s down to 60″ each and another one in half (two 48″ pieces) and used that for the exterior frame. Determine how large you want your canvas to be.Nailer & nails if your canvas is smaller.Screwdriver & screws if your canvas is large.Cotton canvas fabric: I got mine from a small fabric supply store a long time ago but I think this is the same or similar: Amazon | Amazon.1×2 wood: Home Depot (My canvas was 5’x4′ so I needed 3 for the frame + 1 for supports).If you want to make your frame though, you’ll need these materials: Canvas & frame set: Michaels | Amazon (largest I could find).Here are a few that are very similar to the ones I made: I actually couldn’t find one that was the size I wanted (5′ x 4′), but depending on what size art you want to make, it may be easier to just buy one. Note: if you don’t want to make your own canvas from scratch, you can totally just buy one. Ok so I literally made everything out of scrap wood and unused materials that were lying around my house but in case you don’t have these things on hand, I’ve tried to find sources for as much as I could. How to Introduce New Kittens to Older Cats.How to Stop Cats from Playing with Decor.How to Stop Cats from Scratching Furniture.How to Cat-Proof Christmas Trees & Decor.How to Build a Wood Christmas Tree Collar Box.How to DIY a Modern Mantel Christmas Tree.How to DIY a Nightstand Charging Drawer.How to Build a Farmhouse Table and Benches.Now the hard part is deciding which room to start painting now. Of course there are plenty of other beautiful neutrals to choose from however these tend to be my top 4. Pale oak is a go to colour for me just because it works so well in multiple spaces and you never get tired of it. I have used this in kitchens, bedrooms, nurseries and much more as it tends to bring a subtle comfort to a room which is highly desired. Pale Oak – Pale Oak is a very timeless colour that is so versatile in every which way. I do love how the full spectrum colours change from day to night and seems to always be changing with a unique richness to it. It gives off a comforting feel and provides dimension to a room although it is a simplistic colour. It offers a warmer tone while keeping a room calm and at ease. Sea Salt – Sea salt is also a part of the full spectrum collection by Benjamin Moore. I have this colour in my own home in my office and absolutely love it! This colour offers a subtle boldness and renders as a rich lather on walls. ![]() These colours such as Plaster of Paris will render differently in each room/space so always be sure to test a swatch first before going ahead with painting the rest of the room. Being a part of this collection means there is a particular recipe to each colour that allows it to be richer, fuller and more vibrant. Plaster of Paris – this warm grey tone is a part of the lovely Benjamin Moore full spectrum collection. If you’re looking for a colour that goes with almost everything, this is it! It renders beautifully and creates a warm glow throughout a space. It also has a slight green undertone and creates a bit of an earthy feel to it. Revere Pewter – Benjamin Moore – this colour acts as a perfect balance of grey and beige and looks great in any setting. Below are some of our favourite colours that work exceptionally well in almost any space and still make your home warm and inviting. This being said, it can be difficult to choose the right neutral for a space as there are so many to choose from, each colour having a slightly different undertone. A great quality of neutral colours is that they pair well with almost anything which makes them very versatile and desirable. ![]() Neutral colours are great for creating a base for the overall design, they can also be used in correlation with each other to create a relaxed harmony within the home and cohesiveness. Although these colours are very simplistic and calm, they create a beautiful blank canvas in the home for which allows you to further develop a base foundation and bring in other elements such as pattern and texture. When we think of neutral colours we tend to think of white and beige, and they somewhat lack character and drama in the room but this is not true.
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