September 2018 Customer Photo Winner

That shelf with all the Winnie the Pooh characters (swoon!!) paired with that amazing quote is just perfection! I just love how Julie paired all the items to create such a special place in her home. 

Julie won the $50 in shop credit for our customer photo giveaway this month! Make sure to send in your photos to enter our drawing! Just email them to info@wallquotes.com. Or, tag us @wallquotes on Instagram or @belvederedesigns on Facebook

Cheers!

Liz

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This Let's Stay Home Wall Quotes™ Decal is super cute and available here.

Here are some of the designs I have had my eye on for around the house this fall. 

What are you favorite new designs?

This one is going to look great beside my coffee maker. I am not a morning person and maybe this will get me laughing while waiting for my morning cup. Get it here.

I think I want to put this one in my bathroom to see every morning and remind me to stay humble and kind. It is a challenge for all of us some days! Check this one out here.

I definitely need this one above my desk! Work hard every day. Get it here.

This is a quote from a Nobel Prize winner in Literature. It makes me feel smarter even having it near my bookshelf. Get yours here.

And this one just has to go by my front door. Love and laughter are prevalent in our home. This one is available here.

You can see all of our New Arrivals on the website here. There are so many more great designs and many of these start out as customer requests! 

What quotes would you like to see us add next month?

Cheers!

Liz

Belvedere Designs Team

February 2017 Customer Photo Winner!

Ashley posted a picture of her Home Sweet Home Leaves decal as part of a review on Etsy. I think her display is looking great already and can't wait to see what else she adds to it. She got the 18" tall x 18" wide size in White. This is also a great idea if you want to switch out your decor or use it seasonally - put it on a chalkboard like Ashley did so you can move it around your home.

She said:

"My display is not yet done! But I love this decal - it was super easy to install and looks like I bought this decal on my chalk board! Love love love it! Thanks so much!"

She is winning our $50 credit for this month! Who will be March's winner? Don't forget to submit your own photo of your new decal in action for the chance to win! Tag us @wallquotes on Instagram or @belvederedesigns on Facebook, or email them in to info@wallquotes.com

~Liz

December 2016 Customer Photo Winner!

Elizabeth posted this picture of her new Hello Arrow WallQuotes Decal on Facebook and tagged us. We are so happy she did - we fell in LOVE with her GORGEOUS Black front door! So classic! Sometimes a little element like this makes all the difference.

She is winning our $50 credit for this month! Who will be next?

Don't forget to submit your own photo of your new decal in action (teehee) for the chance to win (wahoo!). Tag us @wallquotes on Instagram or @belvederedesigns on Facebook, or email them in to info@wallquotes.com

We can't wait to see what our customers come up with next! 

~Liz

October 2016 Customer Photo Winner!

When Crystal contacted us for a custom Wall Quotes™ decal - I was excited to see where she was putting it. When I saw her Mirror, Mirror on the wall... decal in her bathroom, I was so excited for her! What a great way to update a bathroom when you can't gut and re-do the whole room. 

Did you notice the crown in the soap dish?! LOVE! And I definitely need that mirror in my life! Great job thinking outside the box Crystal! We love it all!

Want a custom design of your own? Contact our designers at info@wallquotes.com and work with them one-on-one to bring your vision to life! 

Don't forget to submit your own photo of your new decal in action (teehee) for the chance to win $50 in shop credit (wahoo!).  Or, tag us @wallquotes on Instagram or @belvederedesigns on Facebook.

We can't wait to see what our customers come up with next! 

~Liz

Why Do Quotes Inspire or Motivate Us?

Make The Days Count Wall Quotes™ Decal

 The Meaning Behind the Meaning

Famous quotations come from all sorts of places, people, and circumstances and cover all kinds of topics and issues. We use them to pick ourselves, to motivate ourselves and others, to express our deepest feelings and best ideas, and to prove a point. Familiar quotes often become mantras we follow for the rest of our lives. They can be powerful and inspiring, moving and motivating. But what is it about them that makes them so reflective of us and our values?

Homonymic Phrases

Homonyms are words with similar pronunciation, but very different meanings (think stalk or left, for example).  A homonymic phrase then is a saying that relies on the double-meaning of an idea or word that then elicits a strong response (often like the punch line of a joke). For example, one of our Office Wall Quotes designs uses this text: “The only place where success comes before work is in a dictionary.” This phrase inspires because it is accurate on multiple levels; success certainly does come before work, “s” definitely occurs before “w” in the dictionary, and no one can be truly successful at anything if they don’t put in the work first. Because these kinds of quotes are a play on words, they stick with us.  And because they also ring true to our known values and ideas, we feel we can apply it to ourselves, creating self-efficacy, or our belief in our own ability to succeed. This also contributes to the quote’s “staying power” and why we continue to remember it.

The Coaching Factor

Sometimes phrases are structured as instructions with a heavy use of verbs. This is especially the case for many of our Sports Wall Quotes designs. When a trainer coaches a team or an individual, he issues commands over and over to push them and to remind them of their goals and the victory that awaits them if they’ll work hard for it. Quotes like “Work. Sweat. Achieve.” and “Don’t limit your challenges, challenge your limits” work because they mimic the coaching experience with strong, imperative verbs.

 

Primal Instinct Resonation

We humans are aspirational creatures. We want to be the best at what we do and we choose role models and leaders among those who are the best at what they do. Quotes that come from great political leaders and sports figures hold a lot of weight because of their experience.  Their accomplishments and experience have earned them the right to offer advice. Additionally, phrases and sayings attributed to someone with a recognizable name resonates more with us than those that don’t. One of our Sports Wall Quotes designs, “You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take” is pretty inspiring on its own, but it’s even more powerful because it is Wayne Gretzky, an NHL hall of famer, who said it.

Whether it be in a corporate boardroom, kids’ bedroom wall, kitchen, or living room, quotes can motivate and change how we think and how we see the world around us. Vinyl wall decals are one of the very best ways to display those quotes that mean the most to you and your family. They’re affordable, easy to install, and offer a big impact in any room. Choose from our well-curated collections, or design your very own quote at wallquotes.com.

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Some of Our Favorite Presidential Quotes

Election season is upon us; whoever you may be inclined to vote for, it's always inspiring to look back on past presidential wisdom and insight. Here’s a reminder of just how inspiring our team of presidents have been:

“Conformity is the jailer of freedom and the enemy of growth.” –John F. Kennedy

JFK uttered these words in the United Nations General Assembly on September 25, 1961. Timeless, these words ring true for anyone who reads them; in every generation lives mindless conformism, deterring free thought and revolution. It is important in these circumstances for us to not be complacent to our environment and seek internal and external change.

“You lose.” –Calvin Coolidge

Notoriously introverted, Coolidge would often be called “Silent Cal” for being adverse to small talk. A legend of sorts is that a woman reached out to Coolidge at a dinner party stating she made a bet that she could get him to speak more than two words, this particular quote being his infamous response.

“Believe you can and you’re halfway there.” –Theodore Roosevelt

Arguably the most quotable man, Roosevelt didn’t kid around when it came to confidence. I mean, how can you not trust the words of a man who won a Nobel Peace Prize? It’s no wonder everyone always throws around “fake it ‘til you make it’; that seems like Teddy’s mantra!

“Tell the truth, work hard, and come to dinner on time.” Gerald R. Ford

The most moving of quotes come from the humblest of places—Ford had a short term, but he served as an honorable, albeit modest, president.

“Try and fail, but don’t fail to try.” – John Quincy Adams

John Quincy, a diplomat and a consistent advocate against slavery, had strong opinions but an even stronger determination to act for what he believed in. Change is prompted by desire to act.  

“Elections belong to the people. It’s their decision. If they decide to turn their back on the fire and burn their behinds, then they will have to sit on their blisters.” – Abraham Lincoln

Democracy requires participation; get out and vote!

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September 2016 Customer Photo Winner!

We received this photo from Diane who put her new Wall Quotes™ decal - Give me Jesus above her headboard. This is the perfect place for this quote and looks amazing with that colorful bedspread! 

She ordered the 17" x 26" size in Teal and it is the perfect compliment to her room!

Diane put some other quotes around her home too!

I Love You a Bushel and A Peck

16" tall x 12.5" wide

Chocolate

We have lots of quotes that would look great on a gallery wall!

All Things are Possible 

18.5" tall x 30" wide

Burgundy

And another great place for a quote is always above the headboard. 

Strength of My Life

8" tall x 27" wide

Persimmon

Don't forget to submit your own photo of your new decal in action (teehee) for the chance to win $50 in shop credit (wahoo!).  Or, tag us @wallquotes on Instagram or @belvederedesigns on Facebook.

We can't wait to see what our customers come up with next! 

~Liz

June 2016 Customer Photo Winner!

We've got another Nursery photo for you this month! We received this photo from Erin who wanted a custom design for her baby's first and middle name with the definitions. I think this is such a sweet customization! 

Erin says: "I'm really thrilled with how this has turned out and I can't thank you enough for all your design advice."

Remember you can contact us at info@wallquotes.com with your custom idea and we will make it happen! Our designers are ready to make your ideas come to life. 

Don't forget to submit your own photo of your new decal in action (teehee) for the chance to win $50 in shop credit (wahoo!).  Or, tag us @wallquotes on Instagram or @belvederedesigns on Facebook.

We can't wait to see what our customers come up with next! 

~Liz

March 2016 Customer Photo Winner!

We received this photo from Tina who put her new Wall Quotes™ decal - Grateful Thankful Blessed - on an old window! This is a GREAT idea especially for those of you in an apartment - take your quote with you when you move! 

She ordered the 16" x 12" size in Black and I think it is the perfect size for her window. It's definitely a statement piece!

Don't forget to submit your own photo of your new decal in action (teehee) for the chance to win $50 in shop credit (wahoo!).  Or, tag us @wallquotes on Instagram or @belvederedesigns on Facebook.

We can't wait to see what our customers come up with next! 

~Liz

Hot Off The Press: 10-17-2014

by Raelene

Know what I love about Disney's Frozen?  It's an inter-generational kind of movie. Do you know what I mean?  Our family saw it in the theatre and loved it.  My boys thought Olaf was the funniest. thing. ever.  But even my husband and I thought it was wonderful.  Of course, now that we've watched it 3 billion four hundred seventy three million eight hundred ninety one thousand five hundred twenty six times, the magic may or may not be wearing off a little. Fine, maybe that was a wee bit of an exaggeration, but if your house is like mine, we've seen it a few times.

Regardless.  A few weeks ago we were asked to put together a collection of vinyl wall decals inspired by the movie, the characters, the themes.  We had so much fun!  And we might have watched the movie - with snacks - a few times for inspiration (grin).  Plus, creating snowflakes and winter designs was lovely wishful thinking in the blistering Vegas heat.

And so we thought we'd show off a little today and introduce you to some of our favorites from our new collection of Frozen-inspired Wall Quotes™ decals.  We hope your little ones'll love them as much as we loved creating them.  Wahooo!

Sister Friend Snowflake Wall Quotes™ Decal
Sisters are the best of friends.  And the sweet snowflake accents make this the perfect accent for a room little girls share.

Sister Princess Snowflake Wall Quotes™ Decal
Don't you just love the scripty cuteness of this design?  Besides, if we learned anything from the movie, it's that it really is more important to be a good sister than to be a fancy princess.

Snowflake Custom Princess Wall Quotes™ Decal

This design is one of our most popular nursery vinyl wall decals.  We thought it only fitting to modify it just a little by adding whimsical snowflakes - for Canadians who enjoy long winters (I'm one of them!) and little girls who love Disney's Frozen.

The Royal Playroom Wall Quotes™ Decal

This design isn't exactly Frozen related, but goodness - what little princess wouldn't love to have a Royal Playroom.  Fabulous, darlings.

On Trend: Stylish Fall/Halloween Decor For the Home

by Linda

It's Fall, y'all! Which means it's time to start thinking about adding some Fall and Halloween decor to your space. Whether your style is modern, eclectic, cottage, or you have a style all your own (go you!), we're here today to share some of our favorite seasonal decor items from around the web. Let's get started.

1. Put down the knife and pick up your palette. Painting your pumpkins, especially if you choose unexpected colors, is an easy way to add a modern twist to your Halloween decor. Chatelaine shows you how to get the look.

2. Seasonal vignettes don't have to be fussy. A few coordinating elements is all you need to achieve a festive look.

Our own Whoo Wants Candy Wall Quotes™ decal is ideal for a simple indoors vignette, but would also look great on your front door to welcome trick-or-treaters to your home.

Thrifty & Chic shares their take on a no-fuss Halloween vignette (and also includes a free printable--yay)!!

3. Decorative wreaths are a quick and easy way to add modern seasonal flair to your home decor. This Candy Corn Wreath from House of Smiths is a favorite of mine-super cute!

Or how about this gorgeous ruffled wreath from Positively Splendid? LOVE that fabulous wood-grain fabric she used to hang it!

4. Art prints are another way to add stylish seasonal flair to your home for the holidays. Just add a frame and you're done!

These Halloween art prints are part of our new collection at WallQuotes.com! Find the Spooky Pumpkin Chevron Wall Quotes™ print here and the Subway Art Wall Quotes™ print here.

This enchanting art print from matte art on Etsy would be perfect in about 8 different spots in my home. 

My kitchen NEEDS this Hot Apple Cider print...such lovely, hand drawn work is the perfect piece to coordinate with any decor style!

Hot Off The Press 9-26-2014

by Raelene

We seem to be rolling out new designs every few weeks, but don't always get the chance to showcase them, so we're starting a new series: Hot Off The Press.  We want to show off the newest designs we've got in the shop and we know you'll love 'em.

Today, because we posted about using arrows in home decor earlier this week, I thought I'd round up some of our newest designs featuring arrows.  Some are whimsical, some modern, some rustic - but all really really cool.

Everyone Is Important WallQuotes™ Decal
'Cause really - who doesn't love Dr. Who?

I Am The Optimist WallQuotes™ Decal
Such a great affirmation - and perfect in the home office or a crafting space like this one.  It's got just the right statement with just the right kind of funky and whimsical design elements.

Get Stuff Done WallQuotes™ Decal

It's like "get 'r done," but prettified (grin).  I've got this one in my office 'cause some days I just need a little extra umph, and this pretty little decal does it for me every time.

Go Your Own Way WallQuotes™ Decal
Wouldn't this be so great in a little boy's room?  It'd be perfect on the wall next to a reading tent/fort like this one, or this one.

Hearts & Arrows Wall Art Decal
How's this for simple and sweet, eh?  I'd love it over a console table or a toddler girl's bed.  In White or Blush, and paired with sweet feminine and flowery accents like the ones all over in this bedroom, it'd be the perfect finishing touch).

There are more arrows designs on the site too.  Come check us out - you'll find something perfect to spice up whatever space needs a little love in your home.

On Trend: Arrows in Home Decor

by Raelene

Arrows.  We're seeing them everywhere these days - on walls, on pillows, on prints, on furniture.  And they're made of almost anything - pallets and Popsicle sticks and paint (just to name a few).  They're adorable in a nursery and fashionably modern/rustic in grown up living spaces.  I'm totally crushing on 'em.

Here's a quick round up of easy (and a few slightly more complicated) ways to incorporate this fun, whimsical trend in your own home decor.

1. A whimsical arrow wall decal from WallQuotes.com makes a big impact, but is still affordable and easy to apply.

Use a single set above a crib, changing table, console table, or desk as an accent, or for maximum impact, use multiple sets to cover an entire wall.

2. Bring on the texture and up the impact in the nursery by using this sweet arrow baby bedding (in mint, navy, or coral) from Caden Lane.

Or, for the grown-ups (and mostly grown-ups), this duvet cover from Urban Outfitters will do the trick.

3. For a more subtle look, try a print like this one from LaLuna Designs on Etsy.

Or this arrow print from WallQuotes.com.

4. Soft, cuddly, and lots of great impact, this quilt from Cluck Cluck Sew would be perfect. It's an adorable way to add a little arrow love to any room - just switch up the fabrics. (Confession: this project has been on my to-do list coming on three years now. Sigh)

Speaking of fabric - check out these arrow print fabrics from the Fat Quarter Shop here, here, and here.  Coral - check. Aqaure - check.  Even a little vintage vibe - check.  I see window panels, pillow covers, even a little skirt?  Oh, the possibilities.

5. And sure, it's rather easy to add arrows to kids' rooms - but check out this stylish arrow jewelry holder by Lemonade Makin' Mama.  Best part?  It's a $10 project.  Woot.

6. Speaking of projects, why not make your own wooden arrows?  See what I mean - totally stylish and yet the perfect blend of modern and rustic here in Amanda's living room.  Love.

7. Or, add a little arrow love with a vinyl decal from WallQuotes.com.  We've got so many to choose from.  My favorite?  This arrow-inspired vinyl decal, hands down.  It's got that modern/rustic feel going for it in spades (see what I did there?) I'd put it in an entryway.  Or over a console table.  Or, well, almost anywhere, really.

And there you have it. Seven relatively easy ways to add a little arrow whimsy to your home.  Happy hunting! (ha! Did it again).