As parents, we treasure every scribble and painting our children create, but let’s face it – the growing pile of artwork can become overwhelming. Worry not! We’ve compiled 10 imaginative and heartwarming ways to preserve, display, and enjoy your child’s artistic masterpieces. From everyday household items to unique keepsakes, these ideas will help you declutter while holding onto those precious memories.
- Art Book Compilation: Transform piles of artwork into a sleek, professional art book. It’s a perfect coffee table addition and a great conversation starter. I love this idea because it can be as simple as getting a scrapbook and gluing the artwork to the pages or better yet, get scrapbook page protectors that let you insert the artwork without gluing. You can also send photos of the artwork to a printer and have it professionally done.
- Wall Collage or Gallery: Create an art gallery at home! Framing their best pieces not only showcases their talent but also adds a personal touch to your décor. Or you could use wall putty or doulbe sided tape and make a collage on one wall.
- Customized Gifts: Print their artwork on mugs, t-shirts, or tote bags. These make thoughtful, personalized gifts for family members.
- Coasters or Placemats: Laminate their favorite drawings to create unique coasters or placemats, a daily reminder of their creativity. You don’t even need a fancy laminating machine. They sell packs of self adhesive laminate sheets that you can just insert the artwork inside and voila the artwork is laminated.
- Seasonal Decorations: Turn their art into holiday ornaments or seasonal decorations, bringing a homemade touch to your celebrations.
- Digital Slideshow: Make a digital slideshow or screensaver. It’s a modern way to enjoy their art without physical clutter. Plus you could make one of your favorite drawings your phone wallpaper…and win the parent of the year award (of course!)
- Custom Puzzle: Turn a cherished drawing into a jigsaw puzzle, perfect for family game nights.
- Fabric Transfers: Use their art to create one-of-a-kind fabric items like pillowcases or curtains, bringing their creations into your everyday life.
- Art Quilt: Sew a quilt using fabric printed with their artwork for a cozy, sentimental piece. If a quilt feels a little overwhelming (lets face it, that’s a huge project) you could make quilted pillows, placemats or table runners instead.
- Annual Art Calendar: Select twelve artworks and create a custom calendar, a practical and delightful way to enjoy their art year-round.
Embracing these ideas not only declutters your space but also celebrates your child’s artistic journey. Which one of these will you try first?
