Floating shelves can hold anything from collectibles to stuffed animals.
Floating shelves fit over the installation hardware so that they appear to float on the wall, hence the name. Floating shelves come in different sizes, and you can paint or stain them in any color you like. If you paint floating shelves the same color as the walls, your items will "pop" and appear to float in thin air. Another approach is to choose shelves in stains that match the rest of the wood furniture in the room. Hang your floating shelves in symmetrical or asymmetrical patterns, depending on your decorating style and needs. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
1. Gather the items you want to display on your floating shelves. Group the items according to their likeness, color, texture, size, shape or any other similar characteristics. They should also complement the style, colors and theme of the room.
2. Anchor your floating shelf display with a large item in the back, such as a framed picture, mirror or artwork. If you choose a picture or image, choose something that goes with the items you're grouping with it. For example, pictures of the beach would complement seashells, starfish or other beach collectibles.
3. Display your favorite books in unexpected ways on a floating shelf. For example, stand them up, stack them on their sides or prop your favorite up so the cover is visible from across the room.
4. Group vases together on a floating shelf to create depth, texture and color. For example, three vases of different sizes, heights, widths, shapes or patterns can complement one another if they have something in common. They can stand alone, hold flowers or display small collectibles if they're clear.
5. Add flowers or small potted plants to your floating shelf. A single bud vase can add charm, while a small potted plant can bring life and nature into your decor.
6. Display collections together. For example, use one floating shelf to display your crystal collection, one for a group of candles and another for your wrought iron sculptures. Grouping items together creates a larger impact. If the entire collection is about the same height and size, use small boxes or stands to display the items at varying heights to add interest.
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