You know those days when you wake up feeling a bit, I don’t know, lost? I sure do. I’ve been thinking lately about putting together a motivational wall, a special place just for quotes and images that pump me up and remind me of my dreams. I mean, who wouldn’t want a daily dose of inspiration at a glance? What if I could look up and see things that spark joy and ignite passion? It’s like giving my walls a new voice, one that shouts ‘You got this!’ whenever I’m feeling down. I remember the last time I felt stuck—I pasted up a little note that said ‘Believe in yourself’. I swear, just seeing it there made me smile. So, why not go big? Let’s turn this wall into a burst of motivation that reflects my journey, one snazzy little detail at a time!
Items You’ll Need
- Corkboard or Poster Board
- Push Pins or Thumbtacks
- Markers or Pens (various colors)
- Printed Motivational Quotes or Images
- Sticky Notes
- Scissors
- Glue Stick or Tape
- Decorative Items (e.g., stickers, washi tape)
- String or Twine (for hanging items)
- Clips or Clothespins
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Gather All Equipment
I started by collecting all the materials I would need: the corkboard, push pins, markers, printed quotes, sticky notes, scissors, glue stick, decorative items, string, and clips. Having everything in one place will make it easier to create my motivational wall.
Step 2: Choose a Location
Next, I found the perfect wall space in my room that gets plenty of light and can be a focal point. I wanted it to be a spot that inspires me every day!
Step 3: Prepare the Background
If I'm using a corkboard, I decided to decorate the edges of it with washi tape to make it colorful and inviting. If it’s a poster board, I’ll paint or color it in my favorite hues.
Step 4: Create Motivational Quotes
I took some time to write out my favorite quotes in different colors with the markers. Each quote will be a reminder to stay positive and motivated.
Step 5: Print and Select Images
I printed out some uplifting images and quotes that resonate with me. This step added a visual appeal that I can’t wait to display on my wall!
Step 6: Cut and Arrange Everything
Using the scissors, I carefully cut around the printed images and quotes. I laid them out on the corkboard to see how I want to arrange everything before attaching anything.
Step 7: Attach Printed Quotes and Images
I started using push pins to secure the printed quotes and images to the corkboard. I made sure to vary the arrangement so it’s visually appealing!
Step 8: Add Sticky Notes with Personal Goals
On colorful sticky notes, I wrote down some personal goals and dreams, and pinned those around the quotes for an added layer of motivation.
Step 9: Incorporate Decorative Items
I brought in some decorative items like stickers and fun patterns of washi tape to add an extra flair to my motivational wall. I carefully placed them around the quotes to make my wall pop!
Step 10: Use String or Twine for Creativity
I decided to string some twine across the corkboard and use clips to hang smaller inspirational cards and notes, giving it a unique and dynamic look.
Step 11: Final Touches and Review
Finally, I stepped back to review my motivational wall. I added or rearranged a few things until I felt completely happy with the layout. Now it’s a vibrant source of inspiration that I can look at every day!