A few weeks ago I saw a picture similar to this in a Better Homes and Gardens magazine:
...a faux fireplace!
And I thought...why couldn't Darren and I build something like that? And the answer is...WE CAN! So...WE DID!! :)
The before picture (just a blank wall)
The process and materials:
mantel shelf painted white and hung on the wall
foam board ($ store)
Crown molding (Home Depot) glued to the foam board with wood glue.
And the end result:
Darren drew the fire. He's quite the artist!
I think it turned out great! And all for about $10. I LOVE it in our living room!
It makes the room feel so quaint and cozy. If only I could justify leaving it up all year long. :)