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DIY Washi Tape Diamond Wall

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before after of diamond wallI wanted to share with you the little decor DIY I did the other day. I get so many useful, practical ideas from Pinterest. It is sometimes overwhelming. This washi tape diamond wall was on my list for a while. I thought it was a perfect project for a renter like me. I also liked this stripped wall and neon pink random lines, but as a first project, I decided to go for a simple diamond for this small kitchen/dining area.

Here are some “in progress pictures”. On the left, can you see that the lines are not perfectly perpendicular? the “simple diamond” didn’t turn out to be so simple for a beginner. On first try I attached the washi tape using rulers (24cm width apart), but after a few lines were completed, I looked at them from a distance, and they look completely juvenile. I took a break, calmed down, took off the tape and started over again. The great thing about washi tape is that it is very easily removable. For my second try, I used a canvas (used for this art project here), and that helped. I was able to get the lines perpendicular to each other.in progress of diamond walldiamond wall after1diamond wall after2 diamond wall

I used 4 rolls of gray washi tape. I have another black and white patterned tape, so I decorated the mirror with it and attached it to the wall for more source of lighting. Our first floor kitchen/dining area is dark, so anything to add brightness to the space is a plus.

I made those pillow case covers too! Do you recognize the fabrics (stripes and blue picture print)?
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Lastly, based on this tutorial, I decorated my light switch plates. I love this little DIY. I think patterned washi tapes work the best for small spaces like light switch plates. decorated switch plateChieSignature

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Before and After:: Triangle Wall Decal

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DIY triangle wall decal for kids room by vivat veritasWall decal is such a great decorating item for renters. It is relatively inexpensive and you can remove and attach new decals whenever you want without scratching or ripping the wall paper. Kiko’s last room before our move had a castle decal, but ever since I saw this pin (and this and this), I wanted to go for a triangle wall for her room this time.

I bought my decal on etsy, VinylConcepts. It arrived within a week from the U.S. to Japan. I love how the small details like this add the brightness and fun to a simple white wall. ikea pinapple light by vivat veritas ikea pinapple light2 by vivat veritas triangle decal before and after by vivat veritas triangle decal before and after2 by vivat veritasChieSignature

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Vivat Veritas on Maisha Magazine

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vivat veritas on maisha magazineFrom almost 5 years of blogging and reading various blogs, my interest has expanded from just sewing to fashion, DIY, design, art and most recently, decor. I get most inspired from browsing through pinned images of lovely homes (here and here) and reading blogs like Apartment 34 or Made By Girl. Japanese magazine, Maisha (マイシャ) has been on my reading list for a while, and although I rarely buy magazines, Maisha has been an exception. Partly because with the purchase of the magazine for 500 yen, it gives you a gift certificate worth 1000 yen at FrancFranc(フランフラン). I find it to be a pretty good deal!

I would describe the magazine’s style to be a mix of modern and vintage with a hint of whimsical and kitsch details. I am happy that the September 2013 issue of the magazine which was published on the 25th is featuring my home. The place that was featured was my old place before our move to Tokyo last week. Although we left the place for a good reason (it started to get small for three of us), I still miss the relatively spacious living room (at least in Japanese standards), high ceiling and loft bed.

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