How to Make Inexpensive Minimalist Wall Decor

Minimalism is a growing trend in interior design, offering mental clarity through a clean, simplistic environment.  In a minimalist home, there's a calming lack of clutter and unnecessary decorations, along with a liberating amount of clear and open space.

In a fair world, simple would equal cheap!  But unfortunately, decorating like a chic minimalist can cost a pretty penny, especially with regard to art.  Including artistic elements of interest can also be a challenge in a room with scantily clad ideals.  Fortunately, I've found a way that works exceptionally well - and the best news is, it won't break your bank.  Not even a little bit!

What you'll need:

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  A Computer and Printer
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  Matte Photo Paper or Card Stock (a cheaper alternative that works almost as well)
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  4 or more 4x6 Black Format Picture Frames from Walmart (Online, a set of 12 is $9.00, but they can be purchased individually in the store for a dollar or two each.  Also, if you want to create a larger statement, purchase the optional 8x10 sized frames)
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  Images - I like to find art online at deviantart.com or compfight.com.  Of course, you can find digital artwork anywhere you please, and can even use your own art (In which case, you won't need the first two items on this supply list!)
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  Scissors (optional)
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  Small Nails
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  Hammer

The frames are geometrically 3-dimensional with clean, bold lines.

Find images that you love, and print them out on the photo paper or card stock in the size needed for the frames you selected.  To create interest and dimension, it's a good idea to use some portrait images and some landscape images (tall vs. wide).  Cut them out if needed, and secure them in the frames. On a flat surface, plan and lay out how you will arrange the images on your wall - Do you want the overal statement to be abstract? Organized? Circular?  Using the hammer, drive the nails into your wall with the pattern you laid out in mind, and hang the frames from them.  Voila!  Your very own minimalist decor on a dime.  Best of luck!

If you're interested in reading about the benefits of minimalism, visit the blog, Becoming Minimalist. There's a great list of pros that are very logical and convincing. Because of it, I may even be clearing out some of my own clutter this weekend!