Paint Chip Art

 I wanted something new to hang above my mantle, and a project that I saw a while ago came to mind. Use paint chips to make a collage. Since I own a paint store I have access to a secret stash of paint chips with no writing in the face of them. I saved all the past seasons of Pottery Barn colors (Benjamin Moore) because I just couldn't throw them out (must be the crafter in me!)

After trying several different layouts I decided on a paver pattern.

They are mounted on the foam core of a disassembled piece of art. I spray-glued the board then worked as quickly as I could to get them down before it dried. It got a little hairy at times! 

After they were attached I wiped a layer of stain over the whole thing. It gives them the look of stacked blocks of wood.

Here it is, framed and hung on the wall. I really like how it turned out...and it was FREE!! Now I need to work on a mantle scape for spring. I don't feel very spring-y today with the snow coming down, but I know it will be here eventually!

Have a great afternoon!!