The Nest

Monday, May 14, 2007 4:48 PM

We have more pictures than we know what to do with! Any suggestions for arranging them?

You’ve got photos. He’s got photos. And now there are wedding photos to add to the mix. We totally understand your quandary. Try these ideas.

Gather up all of the pictures you have and start grouping them by theme. Pull together your favorites from each group, and see if you can develop a visual “story.” Your family of photos will get its polish from coordinating frames and mats. This easy technique will keep your photo arrangements cohesive and looking professional.

Before you start putting holes in the walls, figure out your layout. A helpful trick is to cut out the shapes of the frames in newspaper and tape them to the wall. Experiment with different configurations until the display feels right.

Because all of your pics probably won’t fit on the wall, stylish floating shelves or shallow picture ledges are another hip way to display pictures. They’re great for defining awkward spaces, plus they allow you to rotate your photos on a whim.

And don’t forget about the other surfaces in your home that are just begging for photos. Side tables and mantels are the usual suspects, but we also like the idea of creating a virtual headboard with a wall of pictures behind your bed, or investing in a coffee table that comes with special picture slots.