Making your house feel like a home requires a bit of effort. While things like furniture, carpets and wallpaper help, the only real way to make it feel homely is to fill the walls with family photos. We love displaying canvas prints and photo tiles to give our house a personal touch.
We were lucky enough to receive 2 photo canvases and four photo tiles from My-picture.co.uk. We’re planning on moving very soon, but we can’t wait to get into our new place and get them on the walls. Having family photos up is the best way to settle in to a new home.
A house move can take some time to adjust to, but if you can surround yourself with family pictures, you’ll quickly feel settled.
My-picture.co.uk Review
We chose some photos of our children that we took over the last year to make into canvases and photo tiles. The order process was really easy and only took a few minutes from start to finish. It probably helped that we knew which photos we wanted to use as we’d been meaning to order some canvases for a while.
The canvases arrived and they were beautiful quality. Every photo was clear and the colours remained unchanged. I think this is a very important point to make, as sometimes canvas printing companies don’t manage to keep the vibrancy of a picture. These photos from My-picture.co.uk are probably the best I’d seen.
The canvas prints were a great price, as were the tiles, but for an extra little treat, use promo code PATERNAL15 to get 15% off your order (valid until 31.12.24). This discount is an additional 15% off on top of any active promo on the website.
I will definitely be using these guys again for more photo canvases.
Ways to Use Canvas Prints to Make Your House Feel More Like a Home
Below are some ways you can use canvas prints in your own home to make it feel more homely.
1. Selecting Meaningful Photographs
The first step in creating a home adorned with family photo canvases is to curate a collection of meaningful photographs.
Choose images that evoke cherished memories, celebrate milestones, and capture the essence of your family’s journey.
Whether it’s a candid snapshot from a memorable vacation, a joyful moment shared during a special occasion, or a timeless family portrait, each photograph should tell a story and resonate with the hearts of those who inhabit the space.
We especially liked the photo of my daughter on the beach and ever since we took it, we knew we wanted to put it on a canvas.
2. Choosing the Right Display Locations
Strategically selecting the locations for your family photo canvases can significantly enhance their impact and create a cohesive visual narrative throughout your home.
Consider placing larger canvases in prominent areas such as the living room or entryway, where they can serve as focal points and set the tone for the rest of the space.
Smaller canvases can be arranged in gallery walls or displayed on shelves, mantels, or side tables to add depth and personality to various rooms.
I think we have grand plans to hang the photo tiles on the wall beside the stairs and keep adding to them.
3. Creating a Gallery Wall
Gallery walls offer a creative and dynamic way to showcase a curated collection of family photo canvases.
Arrange canvases of varying sizes and orientations to create visual interest and balance. Mix and match photographs with different themes, colors, and styles to create a cohesive yet eclectic display.
We like how the photos we’ve had printed this time all have complementary colours so would look great if they all went on the same gallery wall, rather than splitting them up around the house.
4. Customizing Canvases to Suit Your Style
Family photo canvases come in a variety of sizes, finishes, and framing options, allowing you to customize them to suit your personal style and home decor aesthetic.
Choose a canvas size that fits the scale of your space and select a finish that complements the colors and textures of your surroundings.
5. Rotating and Refreshing Displays
As your family grows and evolves, so too will your collection of family photo canvases. Keep your home decor dynamic and meaningful by periodically rotating and refreshing your displays.
Swap out photographs to reflect new memories, milestones, and seasons, ensuring that your home remains a reflection of your family’s journey and values.
Don’t be afraid to experiment with different arrangements and compositions to keep your displays fresh and inspiring. Just keep taking photos!