While I’m giving a face lift to my office/craft room, I’ve been looking for ways to include budget friendly decor pieces. Using a couple of old frames and some peacock feathers, I created two pieces of wall art that will go well with the theme of the room. This Simple DIY Peacock Decor was quick and easy to put together.
I’ve got quite a few old frames that are stored and are just taking up space. It’s hard to resist them when I spot them at Goodwill for less than a dollar. These two are gold and I knew that I could give them a paint job that would be just right for the space.
I removed the glass from the frames because I want these to be open frames. I used Waverly Chalk Paint in Peacock. I brushed it on one side of the frame at a time.
To get the look I wanted, I used a lint free cloth to wipe away some of the paint, allowing some of the gold to show through.
After I finished painting and wiping away paint, I liked the look of the frames.
To add a little sparkle to the frames, I cut a sheet of card stock to size and used it as backing for each frame.
The finishing touch was to add a couple of peacock feathers to each frame. I positioned them the way I wanted and then lifted them up to add a small line of hot glue to hold them in place.
I’m using feathers that Gloria used for my birthday party decor last year.
This was definitely a budget friendly way to add some peacock decor to the space. I had everything on hand, so it didn’t cost me any extra money to make these. The room is coming along. I’m currently in the process of painting the very large desk in the room. It’s tedious, but I’m making progress. Taking breaks from painting to create a few simple decor pieces keeps me moving along.
Using old frames for new decor pieces is a simple way to coordinate the look of any room. Instead of peacock feathers, any item that reflects the overall decor of a room could be used in the frames.
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DIY Peacock Decor
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Looks great, Beverly – very stylish and trendy! Can’t wait to see the finished room!
Great Upcycle Beverly. They must look so great in your office. I’m feeling like I need to make these.
Thank you, Michele! They are quick and easy to make!
Thanks, Gail! It was super easy to put together!
Beverly, I love the technique you used to paint the frames! The glam backdrop is so pretty with those gorgeous peacock feathers! Great way to reuse them for stylish decor! I seem to collect a lot of frames from the thrift stores too.
Thank you, Laurie! I liked that some of the gold on the frames still comes through. These frames were just right for this. I’m enjoying finding ways to use what I already have for the room.
Beverly, you are so creative and I love your simple and affordable crafts. These beauties would make great Christmas gifts. Thank you for sharing with us this week at Celebrate Your Story and we hope you will join us again next week.
Thanks so much, Sandra. I love the challenge of finding ways to add to my decor on a budget. Thanks for the great party each week. Hope you have a lovely weekend.
Great transformation of otherwise plain frames. Love the peacock feathers against the glittery background. Visiting from Snickerdoodle party.
Thanks, Victoria. I liked how it turned out, especially since I had all the items on hand.
I love how you wiped away some of the paint to let the gold shine through. The frames are just perfect that way for showing off the feathers! 🙂 Lisa
I was pleased that it worked out well to wipe off some of the paint and let the gold show through. Thank you, Lisa!
So simple but so chic and beautiful!!!
Thanks, Christina! I love how they turned out.
i’m in love with this piece of décor! it’s not only budget friendly and easy to DIY, but also absolutely gorgeous! I mentioned this in this week’s friday favorites linky party: https://be-alice.blogspot.com/2017/09/friday-favorites-week-388.html
I hope to see you at the next party!
*Maisy
Thank you, Maisy! Thanks for the mention at the party!
These are beautiful Beverly. I have a soft spot for peacock feathers since we used them in my daughters wedding. She still has some, this would be a great way to display them. I really like your paint color and the technique you used on the frames. this is my kind of crafting and decor! #merrymonday
It’s great to be able to find ways to use items that have special meaning. I love peacocks and peacock decor-what a pretty wedding theme! Using thrift store frames and items I had on hand kept this very budget friendly. Quick, easy, and inexpensive-that’s my kind of craft, too! Thanks, Shirley!