{"id":148175,"date":"2016-04-24T08:30:41","date_gmt":"2016-04-24T12:30:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/?p=148175"},"modified":"2019-10-02T14:30:57","modified_gmt":"2019-10-02T18:30:57","slug":"21-ways-to-display-collections","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/design\/21-ways-to-display-collections","title":{"rendered":"21 brilliant ways to display collections"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Collections were meant to be appreciated, not shoved away in a box! Display yours using one of these creative ideas.<\/p>\n

1. Use chalkboard paint to mark and label your antique\u00a0cameras.\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"vintage<\/a>Photo: Shawn Hoke\/Flickr<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Check out Shawn’s film photography website here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u00a02. Own a few vintage suitcases? Turn them into a side table.<\/h2>\n

\"vintage<\/a>Photo:\u00a0wheremyheartresides.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Read\u00a0the full post here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

3.\u00a0Keep crystals and minerals organized in a glass display case.\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"mineral<\/a>Photo:\u00a0danslelakehouse.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

More styling tips here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

4. Scour thrift stores for a\u00a0spoon holder\u00a0and update it with spray paint.<\/h2>\n

\"spoon<\/a>Photo:\u00a0tonyastaab.typepad.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Additional\u00a0pictures here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

5. Turn your childhood\u00a0toys into an awesome lamp.<\/h2>\n

\"PicMonkey<\/a>Photo: bobbbins\/Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

6. Create instant wall art with hats.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"hats<\/a>Photo: tumblr<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n

7. Or, do the same\u00a0with ceramic plates.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"plates-compressed\"<\/a>Photo:\u00a0thethriftycouple.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

More photos\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

8. Seashells look striking when placed in a glass display case.<\/h2>\n

\"seashell<\/a>Photo: imgur<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

9. Built-in shelving makes this colorful teacup collection pop.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"teacup<\/a>Photo:\u00a0surroundingsinteriorsblog.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

10.\u00a0Take your\u00a0skateboards out of the garage and onto the wall.<\/h2>\n

\"skateboards-compressed<\/a>Photo: imgur<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

The above photo is of skateboarder Rob Dyrdek’s impressive collection.<\/p>\n

11.\u00a0A shadow box is perfect for showing off\u00a0vintage keys.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"vintage<\/a>Photo: imgur<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

12. Spray paint bulldog clips and attach them to the wall with\u00a0sticky tack to create a gallery wall with Polaroids.<\/h2>\n

\"polaroid<\/a>Photo:\u00a0meetmarloes.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

DIY tutorial here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

13. Antique clocks lend rustic charm to a fireplace mantle.<\/h2>\n

\"clock<\/a>Photo:\u00a0sweetpeahome.blogspot.ca<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

See more photos of this shabby chic dining room reveal here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

14. Frame your map collection to\u00a0make a gallery wall.<\/h2>\n

\"map<\/a>Photo:\u00a0thehouseoffigs.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

See more photos of this home office reveal here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

15. Antique mirrors are\u00a0especially pretty when hung from a\u00a0peg coat rack.\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"vintage<\/a>Photo:\u00a0inspirationivitt.blogspot.ca<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Additional photos here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

16. Hang guitars on the wall to save space and add personality.\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"display<\/a>Photo:\u00a0myhousemycanvas.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

DIY tutorial here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

17. Group cow skulls and antlers together to make\u00a0a feature wall.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"cow<\/a>Photo: Pinterest<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

18. Make this DIY clothes pin scarf holder to show off your faves.<\/h2>\n

\"scarf<\/a>Photo:\u00a0sallyannk.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Watch\u00a0the video tutorial here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

19. Use\u00a0a recycled bottle as a picture frame *and* a vase.\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"picture<\/a>Photo:\u00a0lobsterandswan.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Check out the genius tutorial here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

20. Hang antique license places with pegboard.<\/h2>\n

\"license<\/a>Photo: imgur<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

21. And finally, DIY these vinyl display rails using aluminum channel and drywall screws.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"vinyl<\/a>Photo: imgur<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

More detailed instructions\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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