People Are Obsessed With This Whimsical Art Hack, and This $36 Anthropologie Find Makes It Even Easier
As much as I love a DIY decor project, there’s no denying the draw of a one-and-done find. So when I stumbled upon this Pattern Drench Frame at Anthropologie, I was immediately sold. It’s an easy (and surprisingly affordable) alternative to the DIY art hack that I’ve been seeing all over TikTok, where you cover mats and frames in maximalist printed fabrics. Doing it yourself is always an option, of course, but if you’re a beginner like me who wants the look in less time, I’d grab one of these frames before they start selling out.
What Is the Anthropologie Pattern Drench Frame?
The Pattern Drench Frame comes in 10 designs, each “drenched,” mat and all, in a playful pattern (like bold stripes, ditsy florals, and gingham). They give you the whimsical handmade look of the viral DIY in virtually no time at all. Anthropologie makes it in a range of sizes, from 8×6 to 12×12, so it’s practically made to be artfully arranged on a gallery wall; but it can just as easily hold its own on a table top or dresser, thanks to the convenient kickstand.
With the exception of the 8×6 and 8×8 frames, which are $28, the rest of the Pattern Drench Frames will cost you $36 apiece. And if you prefer solid colors instead of prints then the retailer carries these Color Drench Frames, which start at $38.
Why We’re Into It
For starters, the patterns are to die for. Whether you want to go all-out on stripe drenching or prefer a cute, cottagecore aesthetic, there’s a frame that speaks to your decor style. The patterns would bring a bit of whimsy to my bare apartment walls, and add instant interest to my photos and artworks (even my niece’s crayon-drawn doodles would look gallery-ready in one of these playful yet polished frames!).
The frame is also quite affordable compared to the store’s normally higher prices. Considering what I might spend on paint, paper, fabric, and frames to make it myself, it might even be a cost savings (which is rarely the case at Anthro).
I’ll admit it: I’m not the most DIY-savvy person, so the fact that the Pattern Drench Frame gives me the same stylish look of the art hack, without the effort, is a huge selling point. No glue, no fabric, no complicated measuring — just add your photos and you’re done. It’s the easiest, most low-lift way to level up your photos and wall art.
Buy: Pattern Drench Frame, $28 – $36