Inspiration boards are a great tool for any creative project. In fact, many people find that creating their inspiration board is the most fun part of the process. These boards are often built like a collage. Simply find any images or ideas that inspire you, and add or subtract images to create a coherent project idea. However, digital and virtual inspiration boards, which allow users to gather images, links and other resources, are also extremely popular.
Creating an inspiration board has many benefits. By combining all of the visual elements of a project together, inspiration boards help DIY-ers make decisions and coordinate details. It's better to know ahead of time if any project elements will clash. These boards also help form a concrete plan and budget for a project. When all of the project elements are clearly defined and in one place, it's much easier to calculate costs for materials and labor. Finally, an inspiration board does what its name implies: It provides inspiration. If a project takes a long time or a lot of effort to complete, keeping an inspiration board handy can help you envision the final product and stay motivated.
Because inspiration boards help coordinate multiple elements of a vision, they are best for large projects that have lots of details. Interior designers use inspiration boards regularly, but that doesn't mean that you need special training to make your own inspiration board for a room. Layer paint colors with fabric swatches and pictures of your desired furniture to plan out a room. Event coordinators, also use inspiration boards to organize all details of an event. Brides planning a DIY wedding will find that collecting images of flowers, color inspiration, bridesmaid dresses and venue information together will make it easier to remember everything that needs to be done. Even smaller projects can use an inspiration board. For a closet rehab, create a board of your favorite runway looks to help develop a distinct personal style. Having a series of ideal outfits can make clothes shopping and wardrobe organization much easier.
Many people already keep files of inspiring photographs or ideas. Putting these ideas on a board brings every aspect of a project together and helps prevent forgotten details or unexpected issues. Whether you feel more comfortable with an old-fashioned board made from your favorite magazine or printed images or a digital board that keeps all of your links together, try using an inspiration board for your next project. Take a look at an example board below.
Spring Break Inspiration Board
I’ve been trying to put together a last minute Spring Break getaway. I don’t need to be in the tropics; I would be happy with anywhere that had sunny skies and no snow! My idea of a vacation is relaxation. I’m new to golf, but I find it very relaxing. I’ve been learning at Shenendoah, which is a Central New York Golf Club. They’ve got great instructors, and several courses to practice on. Since relaxation is the main thing I look for in a vacation, golf might as well be the focus of my inspiration (see below course picture). I like being able to enjoy the outdoors, but not a strenuous level :). I love to read on vacation, so I’ll be sure to pick up a good book from Barnes and Noble. Nicholas Sparks is always a good read for me, and I’ll maybe read up on some new healthy recipes to try. As I get older I’m learning better ways to protect myself from harmful UV rays. Problem is, I love the sun: to compromise, I bought a floppy beach hat (similar to the one pictured from Wet Seal) to help shield my face and eyes. But relaxation would not be complete without a delicious, cold, fruity cocktail, as I lounge in my hammock watching the sunset.
Photo credit: (Golf Course | Sunglasses | Floppy Hat | Beach Hammock | Books | Cocktail )
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