Turn A Few Simple Paintbrushes Into Colorful Flower Wall Decor

The kind of artwork you have on your wall can change the entire look and feel of a room. For instance, if you put up a moody self-portrait, it'll make your space seem a bit dramatic. Similarly, if you want your interiors to look lively, having flowers grace your blank walls will help. But what do you do when you're tired of the usual decor pieces and don't have the mental bandwidth to build a flower wall? You try something new, like turning a few simple paintbrushes into colorful wall decor.

All you have to do is grab a few paintbrushes, such as Tool Bench's 3-inch Paint Brushes with Wooden Handles, from your local Dollar Tree. They retail for $1.50 each and are also available in 1-inch and 2-inch sizes, so you can vary the scale. Get at least three for a balanced wall decor. However, if you're on a strict budget, get Tool Bench's 3-piece set of Paint Brushes. Although they have a plastic handle, the pack retails for $1.50. You'll also need a canvas for your base. Any old artwork you don't like anymore will work perfectly. In case you can't find one at home, check your nearby thrift stores. Any old canvas will work for this project as long as its frame is solid. Another item you'll need is imitation florals. Choose colors and styles that match your space, and opt for ones that look the most natural to make your artificial flowers look real. You might also want to get some filler, like Floral Garden's Floral Moss, to give the impression of a lush decor.

Once you have everything you need, lay down an old newspaper or cloth to keep your workspace from getting covered in paint. If your canvas is a blank space or has neutral art on it, you can probably use it as-is. However, if there's something too bold or the colors are too chaotic, decide whether to paint over it or keep it. Consider the room you'll be hanging the decor in and make a decision accordingly. In case it seems too much, give it a few coats of white paint and set it aside to dry.

Meanwhile, take your Dollar Tree paintbrushes and coat the bristles in a shade of your choosing. That being said, don't pick a polarizing shade. Choose colors that complement your overall design and go with the flowers and theme you have in mind. Examples include covering them all in green or coordinating each brush to the color of your imitation florals. You can even trim the bristles a bit if they seem overly long.

Then place the brushes on the canvas to test your layout. Decide whether you'll be gluing your paintbrushes vertically or horizontally. Based on this, determine how you'll use fake flowers to create inexpensive wall art. Play around with different compositions till you find one that you like. Next, take a picture before you start hot gluing them in place. Keep a steady hand and be patient. The arrangement doesn't have to be perfect, but it should look neat and intentional. Throw in some filler, too, for a fuller landscape.

This paintbrush-flower wall decor offers a stunning way to decorate your home with flower garlands and standalone pieces. So, to make it your own, try a few customization ideas. For example, if your living room has a rustic decor theme, sand down your brush's handles. This will make them look slightly weathered and lend them some character. You can even stain or paint them in a neutral tone so they match your interiors perfectly. Another idea is to draw designs on them prior to coloring them (tiny colorful flowers will go well with this DIY). Alternatively, stick decals on top to give them a quick upgrade.

Moreover, you don't have to keep the bristles on your paintbrush if you don't want to. You can cut them off entirely and glue flowers in a way that makes your brushes look like small vases holding cut blooms. You can also add battery-operated fairy lights to light up your flowers when the sun goes down. Finally, update your frame and give it a fresh coat of stain or paint. Otherwise, glue small decorative beads and mirror pieces along its perimeter, depending on how extra you want the wall decor to be.