Styling a Gallery Wall

I’m back today to talk about styling a gallery wall, and believe me it’s a constant work in progress.  I figure sharing my tips along the way is a win – win for us both.  One thing I have learned is they are ever changing, but that’s the point right?

Nobody Even Notices That

Two things jump out at me in this photo.  One, I haven’t found the right piece to finish the bottom shelf and two, I hate the vent return.  I asked Glenn if I could just cover that up, and he said no 🙁  “No one even notices that,” he said.  Someone needs to invent a stylish covering for these inconvenient rectangles 😉

Styling a gallery wall should tell a story.  Your gallery wall should show reflections of who you are, and what makes you the happiest.  As you can see family and the beach take top priority for mine.

Focal Point

Styling a gallery wall is fun, because there are no rules.  You can start out small and build your way up.  One thing I do think is important; however, is a piece that will take center stage.

When I saw this amazing wood sign by Aimee Weaver Designs, I knew right where to make it’s home.  “This is the Life” was made from reclaimed barn wood and hand painted.  I love that it was made from old barn wood for a few reasons, but mostly because no 2 signs will be the same!!

It measures 26″w  x  30″h, and let me tell ya, it isn’t light!  Choosing which sign wasn’t easy, but when I saw these words they spoke the love of family to me.  Plop me on a beach anywhere with my family and you are sure to hear the words, “This is the Life”.

The Finishing Touch

Are you sick of seeing my Swingasan yet?  I hope not, because I can’t tell you how happy this piece of furniture makes me 😀

Just look at how that cute hanging chair finished this space.  Everything finally looks balanced, and there is still room to build on to the gallery wall if I choose to.

Christmas is Close!

With the holidays quickly approaching (sorry, I hate the thought of that too) Aimee Weaver Designs is a great place to find unique handmade gifts.  I highly recommend her product, so please go browse her unique selection.

Have a great week! I’ll be back soon to share my mantle decked out for fall, I changed it up since last post 😉  To see the rest of my living room decorated for fall, click here.

*Disclosure – This post was done in collaboration with Aimee Weaver Designs.  All opinions are 100% my own.

Author and Photos – Martha Knake

Chief Editor – Emily Schunke