Hallway Gallery Wall
How I Created My Hallway Gallery Wall (and Had an Excuse to Go Thrifting!)
There’s just something about a well-curated gallery wall that makes a home feel extra special! I’ve been thrifting and estate sale-hopping for months, collecting frames and unique pieces, but even after all that—I still didn’t have enough to finish my hallway wall. So, naturally, I had to take another trip to my favorite antique shop, Queen of Hearts, and grab a few more fun finds. (I mean, twist my arm, right?)
Once I had everything, it was time to get to work! Here’s how I put it all together:
Step-by-Step: Hanging a Gallery Wall Like a Pro
Trace & Cut – I traced each piece onto brown paper and cut them out individually. Pro tip: Mark the orientation on each paper cutout, so you don’t accidentally hang anything upside down later.
Plan Your Layout – Using painter’s tape, I arranged and rearranged my paper cutouts on the wall until I found a layout I loved. The best part? You can move them around as many times as you want before committing!
Toothpaste Trick for Easy Nail Placement – This hack is a game changer! I dabbed a little toothpaste on the back of each piece where it hangs on the nail, then gently pressed it against the wall. When I pulled it away, it left the perfect little mark for where to hammer my nail!
Hang It Up! – I removed the paper cutouts, hammered in my nails (or used hooks where needed), and hung each piece. A handheld level helped keep things straight, but if you have a laser level, even better!
How I Hung My Pieces
None of my pieces were too heavy, so I used a mix of:
✔ A picture hanging kit
✔ Velcro Command Hooks for 1-2 pieces
✔ These awesome new plate hangers I found (a great way to mix in non-frame pieces!)
And that’s it! My gallery wall is officially up, and I LOVE how it turned out! There’s even a little room at the top to grow—which means more thrifting trips in my future. (Like I needed an excuse!)
If you’ve been thinking about starting a gallery wall, do it! It’s such a fun way to showcase your style, and with these simple steps, it’s easier than you think. Happy decorating!!
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