How to Hang Cardboard Art: A Step-by-Step Guide!

Create a unique and dazzling wall feature with your own two hands! By learning how to hang cardboard art, you can bring innovation and personal style to any room.

You can make beautiful art to adorn your walls with just a few materials. Imagine the feeling of accomplishment when you see the finished product, all thanks to your creative vision and hard work.

Let’s begin!

Gather Necessary Materials

To make your own DIY cardboard wall hangings, you’ll need a few materials: cardboard, wooden dowels, clay, acrylic colours, and varnish.

Start by getting a piece of cardboard that measures 19.5 cm square. This will be the starting point for your wall hanging.

Next, draw your desired pattern on the cardboard.

To create the frame, you’ll need wooden dowels that are 15 cm in length. Use hot glue to stick the dowels to the cardboard, leaving a half-centimetre gap from the top.

Now, it’s time to work with the clay. Mix the clay with resin and hardener to make it malleable.

To attach the clay to the cardboard, roll it out using talcum powder and stick it down with craft glue.

Once the clay is in place, you can use clay tools and a sharp head pencil to engrave and cut out your desired motifs.

To add colour to your wall hanging, use poster colours and a touch of gold acrylic colour for an antique look.

Spray varnish over the entire piece to give your wall hanging a finished and shiny appearance.

Finally, mount your wall hanging using double-sided tape.

You can create unique cardboard wall hangings with these simple tools and materials.

Draw Patterns

Draw a pattern onto the 19.5*19.5 cm cardboard to create a traditional Indian motif, like a Toran Gate. Spend some time crafting a design that’s uniquely yours.

Use acrylic paint to fill in the details and brighten up your creation. You can easily mount your cardboard art using double-sided tape or hot glue with a few simple solutions.

Take your designs to the next level by incorporating creative details and solutions that make your wall hanging stand out. Experiment with different shapes and colours to make your wall hanging truly unique.

With imagination, you can craft a one-of-a-kind wall hanging that will impress you.

Frame Making With Dowels

You can easily create beautiful wall hangings using simple materials and a few tools.

Start by glueing wooden dowels of length 15 cm onto each side of the cardboard for framing, leaving a half-centimetre gap from the top.

Then, use a binder clip to hold the dowel piece in place while you use a glue gun to secure it to the cardboard.

After that, use a drill to make pilot holes for decorative clips to hang the wall.

The final product will be a stunning wall hanging tailored to your style and space.

You can transform your walls into a work of art with a few simple steps.

Get creative with your chosen colours and materials, and have fun adding your unique touch to your wall decor.

All you need is a bit of patience and creativity!

Prepare the Clay

Mix resin and hardener equally for a clay that hardens in 30 minutes. You can use air-dry clay for this project. This is a great creative solution for those looking to add a unique touch to their wall decoration. Sprinkle some talcum powder on top to make the clay easier to roll out. With the help of some bulldog clips, you can easily glue the clay onto the cardboard surface. You can use clay tools or a sharp head pencil to engrave the details on the motifs. When you’re done, mount the wall hangings with double-sided poster strips. This is a great way to make beautiful, creative wall hangings to make your walls look amazing.

Roll the Clay

Rolling the clay out evenly is the first step in crafting DIY wall hangings from cardboard. Sprinkle talcum powder to ensure the clay does not stick to the surface. Here are the five steps to rolling out the clay for your cardboard wall hangings:

• Measure the size of the cardboard before rolling the clay.
• Sprinkle talcum powder on the surface to prevent stickiness.
• Roll the clay from the centre to the outside, making sure the clay is of uniform thickness.
• Use craft glue to stick the clay to the cardboard surface.
• Cut the clay with a clay cutting knife or paper cutting knife.

Once you’ve rolled the clay, the next steps involve cutting, engraving, and colouring the motifs. You can hang the finished product using various methods, such as double-sided tape or a picture rail. No matter the method, you can be sure that your unframed prints will look beautiful when hung on the wall.

Cutting, Engraving, and Coloring the Motifs

Cutting out the desired motifs with scissors or a hobby knife is the next step in creating DIY cardboard wall hangings.

You can use clips to hold the cardboard art in place to add a unique touch to the design. Then, use a hobby knife to engrave the design onto the cardboard.

Once the engraving is complete, it’s time to add colour. Acrylic colours are best for this as they give a vibrant finish. Start by painting the middle parts of the motifs white and then add crimson red, chrome yellow, light green, and ultramarine blue. Give the colours a double coat and let them dry completely.

To add an antique touch, apply black acrylic colour and gold acrylic colour to the motifs and frame.

Finally, apply varnish and add decorative items like glass mirrors for a stunning finish.

You can easily create beautiful and unique cardboard wall hangings with simple steps.

Adding an Antique Touch to the Frames

Give the frames an antique touch by applying black and gold acrylic colours. Upgrade your simple cardboard art projects with this easy technique!

First, apply black acrylic paint to the frames. Then, take it a step further by adding gold accents as an antique finish. Not only does this add a unique touch, it also offers a great contrast to the black.

Here’s how to get started:

• Use dental bib clips to hold the cardboard frame in place.
• Place gold acrylic paint on the cardboard and use a dry brush or your finger to spread it to the desired area.
• Paint the dowel with gold acrylic to give it the same antique look.
• Apply the gold paint lightly for a subtle yet stunning look.
• Incorporate a picture or box into pieces to complete the look.

Adding gold accents to the frames is an easy way to bring a modern look to your cardboard art projects. This technique offers an innovative way to make your frames stand out. So grab your gold acrylic paint and get creative!

Applying Varnish and Finalizing

Now that you’ve added an antique touch to your cardboard art pieces, it’s time to finalize your project.

To give your art pieces a polished look, apply a coat of varnish over the cardboard pieces. Varnish will add a protective layer and even the weight of your art pieces. Make sure the room is well-ventilated when you use spray varnish.

Once your varnish is applied, stick the motifs to the cardboard pieces with hot glue. You can add glass mirrors to your art pieces for a decorative touch.

Mounting the Wall Hangings

To finish your project, you can use different methods to mount the DIY wall hangings onto the wall. One option is to use double-sided tape, which provides a quick and easy way to stick the hangings in place. Another option is to use sawtooth hangers or clip frames, which offer a more secure hold. If you choose to use clip frames, you can attach them directly to the wall. You can use sawtooth hangers by nailing them into the wall for a more traditional approach.

Before mounting the wall hangings, it’s important to prepare them properly. Start by printing a template for the hangings using cardboard and craft glue. This will help you visualize how the hangings will look on the wall. Additionally, measure the wall space and determine where the hangings should be placed. To achieve an aesthetically pleasing look, it is crucial to ensure that all items are evenly spaced and aligned on the wall.

To mount the hangings, follow these steps:

1. Measure out the wall space to determine the placement of the hangings.
2. Print out a template of the hangings on cardboard using craft glue.
3. Attach sawtooth hangers or clip frames to the wall according to the desired placement.
4. Use double-sided tape to adhere the wall hangings to the wall. This will provide a secure hold and prevent them from falling off.
5. If you use clip frames, you can skip the double-sided tape and attach the frames directly to the wall.
6. Apply craft glue to the frames to secure them to the wall for added security.

Conclusion

With just a few materials and time, creating beautiful cardboard art that can proudly adorn your walls is easy. This project is perfect for spending time with loved ones and can add a touch of elegance to any space. On average, completing a wall hanging takes about four hours. So why not give it a try today?