Simply Galleries--An Easy Way To Create Canvas Wall Art

Earlier this week I wrote about Simply Galleries, a new site that helps you create beautiful canvas galleries.  They had their official launch this week and have been giving away a ton of great prizes.  Pop on over to their site to register before it is too late.

Anyway, I love the idea behind Simply Galleries which is to basically help you get those photos off your computer and onto your walls in gorgeous groupings.  I completely understand that figuring out what to print let alone how to group your images can be tough, but that is where Simply Galleries comes in.

Their site allows you to upload photos, choose room designs (or even upload an image of your own room) and drag and drop your images into a number of different pre-designed templates (the galleries are customizable too) until you find the look that best fits your room.

Next, place your order and as they say, "Do a happy dance."

Well, that is exactly what I had the opportunity to do and boy oh boy am I doing a jig especially now that I received these beautiful canvases and have them hanging on my wall!

The entire process was super simple.  The hardest part was deciding on the images but once I got that figured out the rest was a breeze.

I really wanted to see how the canvases would look on my wall so I uploaded a photo of my bedroom and started playing around with the various designs.  Here were a couple ideas I contemplated.

I thoroughly enjoyed going through the different layouts and decided on the top grouping.

Within a week the canvases arrived on my doorstep.  Each canvas was meticulously wrapped and attached to cardboard to ensure a safe arrival.  

After locating my tape measure and nails, I got to the task of hanging my collection and I couldn't be more pleased! The canvases are beautiful...the color stunning and the workmanship is top-notch.  I forgot how much I love wrap-around canvases. 

Here's a photo to show you how beautifully the image wraps around the edges.....

I truly appreciate how Simply Galleries takes the guess work out of creating your photo groupings.  You truly get to see how it will look in advance, just look at the comparison below......

Here is how it looked on my computer....

And here is the real deal on my wall (I'm kinda patting myself on the back for hanging it so well) .  Love it!  

So give them a try, I know you'll be thrilled with the results! 

In addition to writing about photography tips and tricks here at Moms Who Click, you can also find me musing about my latest photography projects on my website Kristina Rust Photography, Facebook Page and Google+.

Disclosure:  I was provided with this beautiful gallery in exchange for this review.  The opinions are entirely my own and I will definitely be ordering from them again.  Thank you so much Chris and Adrienne! 

Simply Galleries--An Easy Way to Display Your Photos

If you have been meaning to get those photos off your computer and onto your walls, you NEED to check out Simply Galleries.

Simply Galleries is a brand new site (it officially launches today) that takes the guess work out of creating canvas galleries to hang on your walls and the best part is you don't even need a tape measure!

Designing your wall art is incredibly easy!  Just upload your photos, choose one of their room backgrounds (or even better, upload an image of your own room) and scroll through a variety of templates and decide which fits best on your wall.

Check out this video below and you'll see how incredibly easy it is to create a beautiful gallery in minutes.



I recently ordered a gallery of images from my trip to New Zealand and I can't wait to get them.  Below is a sneak peek of what I ordered.  I love the fact that I was able to see what it is going to look like on MY WALL before I even placed the order (yep, that's my bedroom).  

Check back soon because I'll have a follow up post as soon as they arrive and I have them hanging on my wall.  Can't wait!!


In addition to writing about photography tips and tricks here at Moms Who Click, you can also find me musing about my latest photography projects on my website Kristina Rust Photography, Facebook Page and Google+.

$40 Free Gift at Paper Coterie (New Customers Only)

We mentioned this great freebie earlier in the month but wanted to bring it to your attention one last time because the offer expires on September 23.  If you have not tried ordering from Paper Coterie, now is the time to do so.  They have a special offer where first time customers will receive a $40 credit off their first order....just use the code WELCOME2012 at checkout (standard shipping rates still apply)!

Their products are fantastic.  I have made photo books, canvas prints, wall art, memory boxes and calendars as gifts for family and friends and they have all turned out beautifully.   Speaking of canvas prints, for those of you who already know and love Paper Coterie there is a great deal waiting for you too......

Get 75% off canvas prints now through September 22 by using the code FALLWALLS at checkout.

So get started on that photo project you've been meaning to do by clicking here.  And let us know what you decided to create.  We can't wait to hear!

The Paper Coterie Winner Is.....

Congratulations to Becky!  You are our lucky winner.  Using randomgenerator.org, your comment number was chosen....lucky #1.  We will be in touch with you shortly with all the details on how to receive your personalized, canvas wall art from Paper Coterie!

And for those of you who did not win and are first time customers to Paper Coterie, you can receive a FREE journal. Just click here to choose one of their many wonderful designs and enter the code welcomejournal at checkout. *cannot be combined with any other offers,  valid for first time customers only.

Paper Coterie Personalized Canvas Giveaway

I love Paper Coterie.  They have the most wonderful photo books, memory keepers, journals, cards, etc.  And now they have added a new line to their fantastic collection.....personalized wall art.   These are great for brightening up any room in your home and come in both a self-adhesive, fabric poster ($18) as well as canvas wrap ($79).  Just look at these adorable designs!  So cute!

We are so excited to announce that  Paper Coterie  is giving away one personalized, canvas wall art (valued at $79) to a lucky Moms Who Click reader (note:  winner must pay the $12.99 shipping and handling fees).   All you need to do is LIKE our Facebook page and leave a comment below letting us know that you did.  Deadline to enter is July 30 at midnight PST.  The winner will be announced on Tuesday, July 31.  Good luck!


Disclaimer:  I did receive one free personalized poster which my daughter loves and has hanging in her room.  However, all the opinions are my own and I am a HUGE fan of Paper Coterie. 

Canvas Press Giveaway

I love canvas prints.  Taking a favorite photo and turning it into a piece of art is something that not only we should offer our clients, but something we should do for ourselves.

Fortunately for me, I was recently contacted by the generous team at Canvas Press and asked to do a product review and giveaway.  Needless to say, I jumped at the chance.  I knew right away which photo I would want to have turned into a new piece of artwork.  


Working with Canvas Press was so easy.  I was thoroughly impressed from start to finish.  Uploading my photo to their website was a snap--their user interface was simple and straightforward.   They even provide free image consultations.  I received my canvas within a week and it was packaged so well.   I was so excited to rip open the box but their top-notch packaging made me have to slow down.  They went out of their way to ensure that my new piece of artwork was well protected.


When I took out my canvas, I was immediately in love.  It was gorgeous! The colors are perfect, the texture divine and the 16x20 size really makes an impact.   The photo below does not do it justice.  It looks fantastic on my mantel!

I chose a 1.5" wrapped edge finish--love it!

Canvas--up close

And to top it all off, a week later, I received a lovely note from Melissa at Canvas Press.  She said how she liked my photo and loved how the light reflected off the water.  It made my day to have her send such a sweet note, complimenting my work. Thank you Melissa!


And now, I'm thrilled to announce that one lucky winner will receive a  FREE 16x20, 1.5" Gallery Wrap Canvas Print (valued at $110.00) from Canvas Press.  And all of our readers can receive a 10% discount on their orders by using the code MWC10.  


To enter the giveaway, please do the following: 

• For one entry, leave a comment  below letting me know what photo you would choose to have printed and be sure to include your email address so I can contact you if you win.
• Receive extra entries for  "Liking" the Canvas Press Facebook page and Moms Who Click Facebook page and be sure to leave a comment below letting me know that you did.

The deadline to enter is Friday, March 23 at Midnight Pacific.  The winner will be chosen using random.org from all eligible entries and will be announced on Monday, March 26.   

Disclosure:  I was provided with one 16x20 canvas print free of charge to facilitate this review and giveaway.  However, all of the opinions are my own.  I truly love my canvas print!