Happy Wednesday, Friends! Are you ready for the latest 15 minute fix? I'm sure you won't be surprised that today's simple project pairs two of my favorites: a thrift store reject and a dollar store decal....
![Learn how to upcycle a thrift store canvas with a dollar store decal to create lovely new art-in less than 15 minutes! 15 minute thrift store canvas upcycle](https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-KF9Ezi9xiuM/Wm4xrmaRjAI/AAAAAAABs_Q/xFRMLWri9WIIelE8iaZpXuNh0jy1voszACLcBGAs/s640/Lead-canvas-art.png)
Y'all know I love me some dollar store crafts and the possibilities are endless with these thrifty wall decals. I used one to create this charming Home Sweet Home sign...
![Check out these simple tutorials using dollar store decals to create lovely signs or art for your gallery wall! 15 minute dollar store decal sign](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VsqiK4xLgfw/WQJbKJv9DSI/AAAAAAABSs8/pNmulUpIU-8yDW_HspoIsITNPV4zVbNCQCEw/s640/Better%2BHome%2BSweet%2BHome%2B.jpg)
...and another to upcycle a vintage plate.
![Check out these simple tutorials using dollar store decals to create lovely art for your gallery wall! dollar store decal upcycle](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Q4ogM45Mfag/WdhICgMVqlI/AAAAAAABhK8/dkmzGjNX_Y8YV6B2S74KBCjm873BCgJagCPcBGAYYCw/s640/Brighter-grateful-plate%2B.jpg)
It makes my day when I receive a comment from a reader who was inspired to try a new project after reading my blog. Likewise, I want to give a shout out to Katrin from Kreativ K as it was her lovely reversed canvas art that inspired me to hunt the thrift stores until I found a canvas for my own version. It took awhile but I finally found one for $1 and thanks to Katrin, I saw potential under the layers of paint!
![Learn how to upcycle a thrift store canvas with a dollar store decal to create lovely new art-in less than 15 minutes! 15 minute thrift store canvas upcycle](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-BQXhk_AFOqc/Wm4_TFdlViI/AAAAAAABs_g/5E5diAcDlsUffgrwVub82qBW8VdGM_xsgCLcBGAs/s640/Before-canvas-art%2B.png)
Ready to make one? You'll need a canvas that's in good condition--used is fine, but be sure to check the view from the back. Select a decal that will fit inside nicely.
![Grab a thrift store canvas and a dollar store decal to create fresh new art in just 15 minutes! 15 minute thrift store canvas upcycle](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xkA844FaWYs/Wm5Cr0ozmpI/AAAAAAABtAA/RthneNXQLmIOJzQLCHou-P1fnBndBuMIwCLcBGAs/s640/Decal-canvas-back.png)
If desired, paint the wood frame before arranging the decal. This step is optional if you prefer the natural wood. Since I planned to hang mine on my gallery wall, I gave it a sheer coat of white to match the existing upcycled frames.
![Learn how to upcycle a thrift store canvas with a dollar store decal to create lovely new art-in less than 15 minutes! 15 minute thrift store canvas upcycle](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-K7ZRoJT6lOk/Wm5F7n1SvrI/AAAAAAABtB0/Vnf74Wz6dZQm4qdKYKGBtTigHEnVdUzeQCLcBGAs/s640/Painting-canvas-frame.png)
Once the paint dries, carefully remove the decal and apply it to the canvas.
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Here's a view of mine hanging on the gallery wall above my winter white mantel.
![Learn how to upcycle a thrift store canvas with a dollar store decal to create lovely new art-in less than 15 minutes! 15 minute thrift store canvas upcycle](https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-8mJYxgS9MAk/Wm6jDSSmvoI/AAAAAAABtFE/J0Tzr3seZsMKahaaiQifOtAye6jdPSpVwCLcBGAs/s640/Canvas-art-mantel.png)
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![To create this look in less than 15 minutes just grab a thrift store canvas and a dollar store decal! 15 minute thrift store canvas upcycle](https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-uiI6NQF9ai0/Wm6pC42w3OI/AAAAAAABtFo/7T7hfS4lFLwuChf8eLzcPifbM5-iS_uugCLcBGAs/s640/Pin-hello-love-canvas.png)
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What a sweet idea. I love the vintagy garland as well.
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What a great idea and I absolutely love the wall display!!
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Debbie
I love this....a frame in a frame is always such a fun display. Love your wall. Is there a trick to those decals? All of the ones I put on my painted wood boards buckled and peeled :-(
ReplyDeleteI have yet to make a reverse art canvas but I love the idea!
ReplyDeleteCecilia, your canvas art is so so pretty, your whole gallery wall is!! thank you so very much for mentioning me and my blog, I am so happy that you got inspired <3
ReplyDeleteGotta love those dollar store decals! And your doily garland is dreamy!
ReplyDeletelove the canvas art mixed in with all the lovely goodies. I love the doily garland, such a fun vintage feel
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Your project looks amazing! You are very talented! It's fun to see the pictures before and after through the process.
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I love this! I see those decals all the time but I refrain from buying them cause I might not stop lol Love how it looks on your gallery wall and you KNOW I love that fireplace! xo Kathleen|Our Hopeful Home
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