My favorite interior designer [kreyv] is guest blogging on my blog today.  If you haven’t had a chance to check out her stuff head over here now or follow her on Facebook.  She is amazing, oh and she is my sister so she ROCKS!

Layering is one of my favorite ways to display photos, and the good news is that it is easy, requires zero to minimal holes in the wall, and is easy to change and switch out.  Photo layering can also be displayed anywhere from a ledge, mantle, dresser, or even the floor.

(1) Vary the size and height of your frames.  Start simple.  Use a large, medium, and small frame, then add from there.

image from Apartment Therapy

(2) To create the illusion of one large piece, use same-sized ledges or shelves on an open wall.  The ledges/shelves will serve as your outline or frame, and your photos will fill in the empty spaces.

image from Pottery Barn

(3) Use similar or the same colored frames. While this isn’t always necessary, using the same frames will create a streamlined, cohesive look.

image from Crate & Barrel

And, finally, be creative and make it your own!  Use these guidelines, and then add your personal touches, such as a monogram, mirror, or other items you want to incorporate.

For more ideas on displaying your photos, visit me at http://tocrave.blogspot.com/.