Nursery World - Show it off

Art is made to be seen, and putting children's work up on display is the finest finishing touch, says Hilary White Displaying children's art in the home is a great way to ensure that their work is properly admired. There are all sorts of display techniques you can use, although you must get your employer's permission before drilling holes in the wall or rearranging the mantelpiece!

Displaying children's art in the home is a great way to ensure that their work is properly admired. There are all sorts of display techniques you can use, although you must get your employer's permission before drilling holes in the wall or rearranging the mantelpiece!

The following ideas are quick to carry out, and you can also involve the children in planning their own little art exhibitions.

MOUNTING

Mounting a picture is well worth the effort if you want to set off children's work effectively.

You will need: different types of paper, such as coloured card, handmade and textured papers, coloured tissue, metallic papers, corrugated card; glue; felt pens, including gold (optional); stickers (optional); ruler and pencil; scissors

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