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I painted the WORLD!

I'm madly in LOVE with this wall art!
This project took less than 2 hrs and $10!

What you need is a projector, pencil, paint and an image.
First I borrowed a projector from my hubby's work
or
Most public\college libraries will rent out the older projectors but you will need to use transparent paper with that style of projector.
See my older post about that technique HERE

I found a few images of world maps on the web. I hooked up the computer to the projector and projected my
favorite image on the wall
Use your pencil to trace.
This took about 10 mintues to trace...
Paint!
I outlined in paint first just to be sure I was gonna like it...
There might be a few extra islands.....
But hey I'm all about changing the WORLD!
Enjoy

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69 comments:

  1. SherrieDecember 26, 2010 at 11:26 PM

    It's beautiful Michell! The propeller adds that extra touch! it's awesome! Good Job!

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  2. AnonymousDecember 27, 2010 at 5:37 AM

    Wow, that looks fantastic! Great job!

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  3. AnonymousDecember 27, 2010 at 6:27 AM

    This is what I call thinking different! I liked this idea a lot and yes, you've done a good job! :)

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  4. KarlaDecember 27, 2010 at 7:39 AM

    Very cool!

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  5. UnknownDecember 27, 2010 at 9:46 AM

    This is SO cool! Please come on over and link up to MMM :)

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  6. MelissaDecember 27, 2010 at 2:59 PM

    OMG that is so wonderful. My kids would love to do something like this. I will have to see if I can find a projector to borrow.

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  7. TraceyDecember 27, 2010 at 4:33 PM

    This is very cool! Great job.

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  8. UnknownDecember 27, 2010 at 10:38 PM

    Thanks for linking up to MMM! This is so cool... I am featuring it next Monday!!

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  9. ChrissieDecember 28, 2010 at 9:09 AM

    This is so cool! I love it!

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  10. SommerDecember 28, 2010 at 9:33 AM

    That is amazing! I asked for a projector for christmas but I didn't get one. Guess I was a bad girl *giggle*.

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  11. maleahblissDecember 28, 2010 at 10:49 AM

    This is awesome!! I love the addition of the prop above it!
    I love for you to come link this to my new linky party!
    http://littleeme.blogspot.com/2010/12/ok-now-that-i-have-tuted-your-turn-to.html

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  12. Ami AllisonDecember 28, 2010 at 10:57 AM

    WOW!!! That looks amazing! I love it! :)

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  13. Bella @ Bella before and afterDecember 28, 2010 at 11:46 AM

    Awesome, imagine the possibilities with this. How perfect GIRL IN AIR, and the world on your wall, LOVE IT!!!

    Thanks for linking up to **Amaze me AUgust** I actually added this to my party, which I didn't have up in time, sorry, he he:)

    HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

    BElla:)

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  14. Jennifer JuniperDecember 28, 2010 at 5:10 PM

    I L.O.V.E. this!

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  15. UnknownDecember 28, 2010 at 5:32 PM

    that looks great. i actually found one of those propellers by the roadside. have to redo it and you've given me a great idea.

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  16. SaraccinoDecember 28, 2010 at 6:13 PM

    That's really cool! Want my own world... ^^

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  17. BrandiDecember 28, 2010 at 9:40 PM

    amazing job! looks great!

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  18. maleahblissDecember 29, 2010 at 12:30 AM

    Thanks so much for linking up!! I have a large open wall in my kitchen that just might need to have a map painted on it too!

    I hope you'll come link up again next week! :)

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  19. ChristineDecember 29, 2010 at 7:43 AM

    This is awesome! I have always loved maps as art, it never occurred to me to actually paint one on.

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  20. Amber StarrDecember 29, 2010 at 4:45 PM

    I LOVE this! This is exactly what I was thinking about doing in our office! Thanks for the wonderful inspiration!

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  21. UnknownDecember 29, 2010 at 5:11 PM

    I love this. I am featuring it at somedaycrafts.blogspot.com. Grab my "featured" butotn.

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  22. theisiwayoflife {isi}December 30, 2010 at 5:27 AM

    Ohh great DIY, I have already a real world map but maybe I'll change it now =)

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  23. UnknownDecember 30, 2010 at 6:43 AM

    I love that! The possibilities are endless when you use a projector:)

    Miranda
    www.justdrinkacoke.blogspot.com

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  24. Titti @ Shoestring PavilionDecember 30, 2010 at 9:05 AM

    Love that wall, propeller and all :)

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  25. AllieMakes!December 30, 2010 at 5:51 PM

    This is AWESOME!!! Fabulous job! Thank you for sharing your techique!
    You should come link this up to my weekly Thursday Making It With Allie Link Party! I think it would make a Fabulous addition!
    AllieMakes.Blogspot.com

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  26. Maryann @ Domestically-SpeakingDecember 30, 2010 at 7:06 PM

    Love it! I need to find somewhere to do this in my house. I'm putting your mural in the PoPP Spotlight.

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  27. Alison AgnewDecember 31, 2010 at 7:02 AM

    That is brilliant...so doing it in my son's room redo! Thanks! Now a follower over from Chic on a Shoestring!

    Alison

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  28. Peter GeorgeDecember 31, 2010 at 7:54 AM

    Amazing! It came out great :)

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  29. Lori@Paisley PassionsDecember 31, 2010 at 9:08 AM

    WONDERFUL! I love it! Thanks for linking up and sharing on Thrilling Thursday @ Paisley Passions :) Hope you stop by again soon :)

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  30. UnknownDecember 31, 2010 at 11:57 AM

    Love it! What an ingenious idea!

    Radhika
    http://houseonashwelllane.blogspot.com/

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  31. Becky@Beyond The Picket FenceDecember 31, 2010 at 12:10 PM

    I love this--what a great,hip project. Thanks for linking up to Beyond The Picket Fence.

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  32. UnknownJanuary 1, 2011 at 8:09 AM

    This is simply stunning Michell! This is such elegant decor!

    Thanks so much for linking up to Free for All!

    Hannah @ http://youngancrafty.blogspot.com

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  33. UnknownJanuary 1, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    wow! this is so pretty! I would love to try it one day! would love for you to link up at our crafty saturday link-up. thanks!

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  34. PammaJanuary 1, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    I love it! What a great project.

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  35. UnknownJanuary 1, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    thanks for linking up at Crafty Saturday at TSWL! it's so great to see so many inspiring and crafty ideas like yours! happy new year!

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  36. Serendipity Chic DesignJanuary 1, 2011 at 9:38 PM

    What a unique way to display art....It is especially great because you were a flight attendant....

    Happy New Year....

    Lisa

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  37. Kim @ Starshine ChicJanuary 1, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    Fabulous!!! And I loved the comment about always wanting to change the world. Too funny!

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  38. decorating diva {aka deanna}January 2, 2011 at 12:18 AM

    love it! great wall art for so little $$$!!!!

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  39. Shelly {makingthemomentmatter}January 2, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    This is so creative an so cost effective! Love it! Nice work!

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  40. Nikki ~ Let's Craft!!January 2, 2011 at 1:48 PM

    I finally got around to visiting you! This is totally awesome!! Thanks for sharing!! I just saw your in Sheridan... Small world cuz i'm in Cody!! LOL

    ~ nikki

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  41. MaryJanuary 2, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    Hi, I found your blog at My Romatic Home. I love your wall world map, too cute! I would like to invite you to post this over at my new link party, Masterpiece Monday, at my blog, Boogieboard Cottage. The link is already up. I hope you can join the party!

    Happy New Year,
    Mary

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  42. Gillian LayneJanuary 2, 2011 at 11:57 PM

    Adorable-you should be so proud!

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  43. Shelly @Crafty Creative StudioJanuary 3, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    Fantastic! I love it! More islands to hang out on -how cool is that? When I was a kid, my dad painted a jungle scene with acrylic paints on our front entry hall, (using a projector also) -it was AWESOME! Yet, he wasn't 100% pleased with it, so after a couple of months -he painted over it -ugh! Yeah that your family will get to enjoy yours for much longer!

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  44. Ashlee MarieJanuary 3, 2011 at 5:35 PM

    I LOVE it! I have been wanting to create a map themed bathroom for awhile now. We won't be able to remodel for a little longer still, but I am keeping this in mind for when I'm ready for it! Thanks for linking up to Topsy Turvy Tuesday's! I'm featuring these on my blog tonight!

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  45. annies homeJanuary 3, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    very cool I love the way the art is done on the wall i am sure makes for a wonderful conversation

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  46. GingerJanuary 3, 2011 at 6:35 PM

    Very cool! Thanks for linking up to Mad Skills Monday!

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  47. jodi @ back40lifeJanuary 4, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    love it - great job!

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  48. DonnieJanuary 4, 2011 at 2:09 PM

    What a great design. You are very talented.

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  49. Sue@Uniquely ChicJanuary 5, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    What an awesome idea! It came out fantastic!!!!

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  50. Allison @ House of HepworthsJanuary 5, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    I loved your project so much I Featured it this week!!!

    Come grab a button if you'd like! You deserve it. ;)

    ~Allison @ House of Hepworths

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  51. Staci @ Life's Sweeter with ChocolateJanuary 5, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    That turned out so great! I learned that technique in middle school but had forgotten all about it until now! Thanks so much for linking this!

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  52. Bella @ Bella before and afterJanuary 6, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    Hey Michell, I just wanted to let you know I FEATURED you today, and I know you already got featured like so many times, BUT, I couldn't help it, when you are good, you are GREAT!!

    Come grab a button girl,and display it proudly. Hugs, !!!

    Bella :)

    Oh, and girl, if you haven't already, I would love you to come enter my giveaway for 3 FREE months advertising on my blog, you know just saying with your ETSY shop in all, I thought you might be interested, he he. :)

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  53. Life in RehabJanuary 7, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    LOVE this. I know you've been featured everywhere and have a ton of comments, but this is just flippin' cool, so I had to pop over and tell you.

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  54. Honey I'm Home BlogJanuary 7, 2011 at 7:18 PM

    Love it! It turned out great!

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  55. UnknownJanuary 8, 2011 at 7:41 AM

    Hi! we have featured your project. I hope you could grab our feature button when you have time! Can’t wait what you have for this week! ^^)

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  56. kim westJanuary 9, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    featured this adorable wall on my blog today

    http://www.kimboscrafts.blogspot.com

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  57. GingerJanuary 9, 2011 at 6:19 PM

    You have been featured at SSB! Check it out here:

    http://superstinkyboys.blogspot.com/2011/01/mad-skills-monday-link-party-40.html

    Please snag my I was Featured button for your blog and stop by again soon!
    xoxo
    Ginger
    SSB

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  58. Allison {A Glimpse Inside}January 22, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    That looks absolutely fabulous! Love that you painted it on there and it isn't just a normal picture! Great job! And thanks so much for linking up! Always nice to see a new face and thanks for following! :)

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  59. chrisJanuary 22, 2011 at 10:17 AM

    This is fabulous! I need to find a projector, asap. I can think of a few different designs I'd love on my walls.

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  60. Marcie @ DWYHJanuary 22, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    This is amazing! This would look awesome in my husband's study! Very creative:)!!!

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  61. Liz @ the Brambleberry CottageJanuary 22, 2011 at 8:07 PM

    That turned out really great. I've wanted to try a project like that for some time, but haven't done so yet. Seeing yours tempts me to do so all over again!

    Liz @ the Brambleberry Cottage
    http://thebrambleberrycottage.blogspot.com/

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  62. DANAJanuary 28, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    You have made the finals! Check it out!

    http://www.thesaturdaymorningsblog.com/2011/01/finalists-for-week-four.html

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  63. Angela@the crazyness that is meFebruary 6, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    This looks awesome and I love how you can see New Zealand (where I am from) some people leave that out! Adding islands is awesome but not leaving out whole countries! Have a great day

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  64. DodaFebruary 16, 2011 at 2:19 AM

    What a great job you've done!

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  65. Selina@CreativeJuicesDecorMarch 25, 2011 at 12:21 PM

    Ah! I can see you DO like maps! Very cool - thanks for stopping by my blog. I see you like digital scrapbooking. I am having my first give a way and you'd have a great chance at winning b/c hardly anyone has entered! It's cool stuff.

    http://creativejuicesdecor.blogspot.com/2011/03/my-first-giveaway-studio-gypsy.html

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  66. KimbaMarch 31, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    Oh my word! I am in love with this project! I'm bookmarking it to show hubby for our basement.

    LOVE! LOVE! LOVE!

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  67. Angie HoldenMarch 31, 2011 at 2:01 PM

    Absolute gorgeousness!! Visiting from Kimbas party!! :)

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  68. Ms MuffinApril 18, 2011 at 4:43 PM

    I am SO loving this!!!
    Thanks for sharing it ... will have to make something like this once we moved! :-)

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  69. BrianSeptember 30, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    That is a really neat use of a projector! I hadn't thought of it for tracing large images.

    I work for a place that rents them out if anyone else is interested in trying this project: http://www.atsrentals.com/cat--Rent-Projectors--108.html

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