A common suggestion is to paint the backs of your bookshelves. This creates a “pop of color” or simply adds interest. Some people have upped that by adding wallpaper or attaching fabric to the backs of their shelves.
via Eddie Ross
from Domino
All of these are good suggestions, yet I think wrapping paper may be a better solution. It’s cheaper, readily available and comes in all sorts of colors and patterns. I found three rolls at Target that were half off and all the rolls shown below are less than $3.00. Here are my TJMaxx and Target suggestions:
Red trellis… do it.
I bought three rolls of this. Then, I went to Fabric House and found the fabric below for $23.99 a yard.
TJMaxx had the best options, including this teal leopard print.
Colorful Vera Bradley paisley
faux python…pow!
R.A. – Thank you for doing all the leg work on this great idea. Looking forward to seeing your “after” photo using the red trellis paper and fabric!
Cheers!
I may just use the rolls I bought to actually wrap presents. However, I think it is really pretty. I could put it on some bookshelves we have in the office. So many projects…so little time.
The fabric I happened upon. I didn’t get any of it. However, it would be really pretty on a chair. A chair I don’t own.
May I be impressed at your self restraint? Not having the chair…..hm. That’s never stopped me!
I like this idea as I’m in the midst of looking for bookcases for my office area.