Creative Ideas for Maps

Before I was married, maps were never a part of my life.  I guess because I never went anywhere that required visual aide to get there.  Not that I would have actually been able to read a map anyway.  That would mean knowing if I were headed North, South, East or West.  I’m lucky to know my left from my right.

But when I met my Hubby, one of the first things I learned about him was is love of maps.  Whenever we went anywhere, here or in another country, his favorite phrase would be “Let’s consult the map”.  And he would hold it in the palm of his hands, up to the sky, like it was a little piece of Heaven.  🙂

Now maps are in my life too.  Not to read them of course, but to use them as inspiration for DIY and decorating!  (You didn’t really think I have learned which direction is which, did you?)  😉

I found some very creative and inspiring ideas to do with maps.  Some of which I can’t wait to get started!  Click on the picture to see the source and directions.  (If there is not a link, it’s because I could not find one.)  Enjoy and create!

Hubby loves maps and I love pillows. It’s a perfect match!

This is beautiful!

Map Chandelier

How cool is this?

Map on a canvas.

This is HAPPY on a wall! I’m doing this!!

Decoupage dresser.

I posted this fabric map before. Still on my list of crafts to do! It’s one of my favorite ideas!

Map letters.

This is from Etsy. A perfect piece to store all your travel treasures.

Light fixture cover with circles of maps.

decorating a door with maps.

Love this table. I think I have found my unfinished round table inspiration!