Brass Plates + Picture Frames

Do you remember a couple of weeks ago when I shared the great brass plate find? I snatched up a bunch of the brass plates knowing that I could use them for a million different things. The first place they have turned up is on our gallery wall going up our staircase. I first shared the gallery wall with you right here.

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These were the packs I picked up for only $1 at Staples. They each came with six plates which is really a great deal.

The gallery wall is filled with special photos and items that really mean so much to our family. I thought it would be fun to add the date and or place of the photo on each one. As time passes, it’s always hard to remember the exact year the photo was snapped {especially if you have my memory!}.

 

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I also really love the detail it adds to each frame. The brass plate just adds an extra unexpected detail. The nice thing is that the simply stick to the glass and can always be removed.

 

For the label, I decided to print them out on my computer. I created a text box that was the exact size of the inserts they came with. This ensured that when I typed in the center of each text box they would fit the opening. I saved the document so that if I ever switch out the photo I can retype the label. If I do switch them out, I can glue the label to the back of the photo so we always know the when and where.

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I also have a gallery wall of places we have traveled in our powder room. I was thinking it might be fun to label each city we have traveled to. I’ll keep you posted. In other news, we are cooking up some changes in my daughter’s room and plan to show you our plans later in the week!

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oh and if you haven’t already found me on pinterest or instagram, come check it out. we are sharing our three of our favorite things right now!

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