The Places You've Lived Map Decor Template
Ooh, I’m excited to share this with you today. I added this fun piece to my life preserver gallery wall recently over at Made From Pinterest, and now I get to bring it home here. It’s really added to the feel of the wall and the room, and it’s so easy to make, especially since I’ve got a free Illustrator file for you to use. 🙂
Hi!, it’s Lisa from Mabey She Made It again. I love looking at and using maps and globes. They’re so fun and a great way to add color to your decor–especially if you love aqua as much as I do. I’ve also been eyeing those super cute home decor pieces where you cut out pieces of maps where you’ve lived like this one from Not on the High Street. You can buy one of hers, or you can make your own–with a little twist!
Ever since he graduated a few years ago, my husband’s job has taken us to different locations. And one of the things I’ve loved is getting to know each new place and love it as a home–even if it was only temporary. So this idea of remembering all the places you’ve lived resonates with me, especially since the list may continue to grow.
So simple, and yet meaningful. I love how this quick project lets me remember all the places we’ve been and that no matter where we go, I’ll be able to create home since I’m with my family.
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Oh very cool!!! I think we could put together quite a collection - I love it!
Thanks, Gina. Have you lived lots of places?
Yes - about 9 different cities in our 19 years together & we both moved a lot before we met too. But all learning experiences & always an adventure. :) So this would be such a fun project.
That would be awesome! You could even divide it into yours, mine, and ours. I think these get more interesting the more places you've lived.
Super cute idea! Pinning!
Thanks Ashley! I appreciate it!
So special! This is such a nice way for you to remember the places you've been. I've only lived in my hometown town and college town so my framed art would be a little sparse :) Your gallery wall is looking fab!
Places you've traveled would also be a fun one if you haven't moved much (which would kind of be nice, actually). :)
I love this! My son is in the military and they move a lot so I am sharing this with them. Love it!
Thank you, Laura! This would be awesome for a military family.
wow! what a fun idea. i love how you clipped out the city you lived in instead of the state. the circles are just the right size...you can always add more.
That's what I loved about it too, Jessica. It's so easy to add another row when you're ready!
Oh gosh this is such a great idea! I need something like this for my home.
Thank you, Stephanie--I love that it can be so personal and so simple at the same time. :)
Love this! You used one of my fav crafting tools...circle paper punch.
Sometimes the simple tools are the best! I love my circle paper punches too. :)
This is such a neat idea! Pinning!
Thanks for pinning and commenting, Lisa!
This would be a fun project to do! I have an old road atlas that I could use to find the places we have lived. Thanks for sharing with us!
Yea! I love it when you already have the main parts of a new project. :)
What a unique idea! That's truly a special decor piece!
Isn't it fun that it can be simple and so unique to each person. Thanks for leaving me a comment!