20 Genius DIY Uses For Leftover Wallpaper Scraps

Create a triptych using three consecutive panels of wallpaper. It looks like an expensive installation, but you can make it yourself.

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Wallpaper should never go to waste! Add it to the undersides of shelves for a fun surprise when you look up.

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Apply wallpaper to plain hangers for an added burst of color to your closet. So pretty!

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For an unexpected twist, add wallpaper to the drawers of your dressers and nightstands. By keeping the rest of the furniture plain, you make a stylish statement.

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Protect your furniture and add some color and style when you line your drawers with wallpaper. You'll avoid a mess and it will always make you smile.

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Adding wallpaper to one side of blinds lets you control the amount of color and pattern in a room. Flip them closed to block the sunlight but keep the pattern in.

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Wallpaper is comprised of gorgeous prints, why not spotlight one? But cutting it up and putting it in a frame, you have a simple piece of art at a fraction of the cost.

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We love the idea of a completely designed bookshelf. After color-coordinating all the items on the shelf, take it one step further and choose pink wallpaper to tie it all together.

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Adding wall paper to stair risers is an unexpected and understated way to add pattern and color. Step to it!

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You've seen wallpaper for lining shelves, you've seen them brighten up the front-facing side, but now try wallpaper on the side of dresser drawers. The pop of color is seriously unexpected and fun.

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Upgrade plain white lampshades with wallpaper and you've got the easiest way to upgrade a room. The possibilities are endless.

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Don't think that wallpaper can only be square. Cut out the shapes within the paper and wrap them around places, like this bright candle.

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Wallpaper that might be too bright for an entire wall is perfect to jazz up a bookshelf. Subtle sparkle is really effective.

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We can't guarantee pretty wallpaper on a clock will make you on time, but at least you can enjoy checking it when you're rushing out the door.

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Remember those covers you bought to protect your textbooks? These are the sophisticated version that will change your life (or at least your bookshelf).

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Use decoupage glue and wallpaper to brighten up a tired table. Instant upgrade.

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If you went with an all-white kitchen but need some extra color and pattern, lining your kitchen cupboards with wallpaper is just subtle enough.

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Afraid to do an entire wall? A door can get dressed up in paper and still offer a big design impact.

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No corner or drawer is too small to add some wallpaper personality. It's a great way to use those little scraps.

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Wallpaper makes for some of the most affordable and effective art there is. Use wallpaper to make wall panels that make a big impact with little effort.

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