Crafts for a map

This Etsy listing gave me a great idea for the maps I've collected for other projects. In the past, I've cut out places on maps and framed them so Kev and I could look at tokens of the trips we've taken.


I like the idea of not only cutting maps and repurposing them, but cutting them in various shapes. Placing these in a pattern on a wall would be a great way to show off your favorite places and bring lots of color to a room.

One of my favorite Christmas gifts.

I don't know why, but I've wanted a globe for a long time. Kev acquired a big map from work this summer that we tacked up in the living room, and it satisfied my globe craving for a while.

Additionally, I picked up a France atlas at WSU's book sale this fall and plan to use the maps for all sorts of projects (in the past I've made great use of maps customizing frames).

For Christmas, I hit the jackpot. Kev did some thrifting and surprised me with this absolute beauty.

Its condition is exceptional, and the globe rotates perfectly on its axis within the wooden frame. I love it so much that I put away the Christmas decorations earlier than usual so I could have space to display this. It complements the existing decor in the living room and it just makes me happy to look at it.

Merry Christmas to me.