In my last post, I mentioned that I was looking for a floral paper to use for the back of my secretary shelves. After reading Emily’s suggestion to try a bright floral, I knew this would be a great option for the room. The wood is a very dark mahogany which I love, but the accessories were getting lost in the space.
Before the Paper
I didn’t want to choose anything permanent, because I didn’t want to ruin the wood finish on the antique piece. How can I make this paper removeable without compromising the wood underneath? Blog friend Pam suggested using double stick removeable poster tape. I went to Jo Ann fabrics, and did just that! While I was out, I thought I might browse through their fabrics to see if I could find something to line the back of the shelves with. I did find some great fabrics, but didn’t want to spend $20-$40 on something that I might want to switch out later. {By the way, did you know that Jo Ann Fabrics now sells an HGTV line of fabrics? They are pricey, but beautiful! I think I’ll wait for a great sale!} So back to the drawing board. I left with the tape and decided to go into Target, since they usually have pretty cool wrapping paper. And there it was- a beautiful vintage looking wrapping paper for $3.99! I immediately loved it and decided this was the one! And if I didn’t love it on the desk, at least it would be great for wrapping presents. Here is the paper and tape I found…
The Materials
Since this paper has a white background, I knew it would brighten up the dark wood and make a difference in how the accessories stand out. Luckily, the shelves slide right out, so it was easy to place one large piece of paper on the back of the shelves. Here is the process..
Without the Shelves
I needed about a 2×3 piece of paper for this project. I cut it to size and made minor adjustments to the paper before attaching the tape to the back of the desk. I placed about 9 pieces of double stick tape to the back of the desk, making sure I got the corners and the center. When the shelves are put back into place, I knew that would also hold it well.
Attaching the Tape
Those little square pieces you see are the double stick tape. It was great to work with, because if I didn’t get the paper in the exact spot I wanted, it was easy to remove and start over. {Which happened about 3 times!} Here is the paper all ready and wating for the shelves…
Paper is Up
And here is the desk with the shelves installed…
Shelves Are In
Julia Konya says
Oh looks so pretty. Love the colors!
And yes I have used wrapping paper to line my secretary desk back but now I replaced it with shelf liner.
Emily A. Clark says
It turned out so pretty! And, I love that paper with the blue lamp.
thefarmfiles says
Looks great! My favorite aspect is that it can be changed anytime you want. Thanks for sharing the idea and the "how-to"!
Hope your week is off to a nice start.
Karen@StrictlySimpleStyle says
Love the floral, so unexpected-and I always love an inexpensive, temporary fix.
pam {simple details} says
Such a pretty update for spring, Amber! Your styling is fabulous, too. That tape is different from what I used, I love that it's reuseable!
Kim@Chattafabulous says
I just love what you did with that wrapping paper. It makes all the difference and I'm totally stealing that one when I do my dining room!
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Just pinned it.
McKae @ Kaes Corner Design says
It looks so pretty! I love the paper you chose, it makes such a huge difference!
Patty Lunz says
I adore your style. Thanks for all of your work on this beautiful blog.
Lynford Rozario says
Looks so gorgeous..:)
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Luci @Bungalow At Home says
Came over via Simple Details to check out your transformation…
I like that you chose a floral for this piece, it just goes with it so much better than the more popular geometrics that are in right now.
modern jane says
I am in love with this paper! What a great update! You've inspired me:)
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