One of my favorite spots in our new home reminds me every day of the place and people I love.
Near the end of our trip to Kenya this summer, we visited a local market and negotiated for a lovely piece of painted rolled canvas.
My kids and I didn’t have much time for art this summer, but I couldn’t wait to bring this piece back home and hang it.
This was our first time to stretch a canvas and I couldn’t believe how easy it was.
Supplies Needed:
- canvas
- 4 wood slats (we got ours from Hobby Lobby in the frame department for around $2.50 each)
- staple gun and staples
We slid the wood slats together and pulled the canvas tightly over the edges and stapled. It was that easy!
It captures the stunning beauty of the Kenyan people!
It’s a simple, inexpensive way to make art!
What works for you?
How awesome that you brought that home! I’ve never attempted to stretch my own – but wow – it sure looks easy. Gorgeous art, and thanks for the link up, as always!
Such a beautiful painting. Thanks so much for hosting. Hugs, Marty
I love making art – it’s so much more personal and cost effective!
What a nice keepsake from your time in Kenya. That is a beautiful piece of art. Thanks for hosting each week!
I love this idea!
Thank you for the chance to link up! Such great ideas! ~Angie @ The Dating Divas
Beautiful work of art! Congrats on getting that stretched on your own. Thanks so much for hosting! Hope you have a fabulous week!
Blessings,
Nici
Thanks for the fun, practical canvas tutorial – will have to keep this in mind in the future. And thanks for the linkup!
Thank you for hosting a link up! I am a painter, but have never stretched my own canvas. I may have to try this!
Glad you posted this. I brought home a rolled canvas from Haiti this summer but didn’t know how to tackle stretching it but I think I can do it. Off to Hobby Lobby!