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February 11, 2015

Just Call Me Stencil Queen

I’ve taken on quite a few (thousand) stencil projects in my 33 years.  I think I lost count after about number 12.  I’ve always, or maybe the last five years or so, LOVED wallpaper.  However, we couldn’t always afford it and seeing that I love a good house project once every few hours or so, stenciling seemed to be the perfect fit.  The problem though is that I absolutely detest painting.  Maybe because I am such a perfectionist or maybe because  it takes five times longer to tape off the room than to actually paint, whatever the reason I usually dread stenciling.  HOWEVER, that lasts about five minutes and once I get everything prepped, taped and ready to go I honestly love the little creative getaway.  You can see some of my previous stencil endeavors HERE.

For this project, my very first stencil project in our new home might I add, I teamed up with Cutting Edge Stencils to bring you a fresh take on stencils!  Forget the ivy kitchen borders and red apples of your past, there are so many amazing options and the pattern/color combinations are endless.  Of course I had to get a bit colorful, but I LOVE the finished product and I challenge you to try this at home and share it with me! ([email protected])

Before

photo 4

Formerly Known As “After”

Stencil 1

Material List

Stencil Prep 1

Wall Color: Pageant Green by Behr

Stencil Prep 2

Supplies:

(I HIGHLY recommend Cutting Edge Stencil’s “Stencil Essentials Kit” Pictured Above)

4″ Dense Foam Roller w/ Handle

Extra 2-4″ Foam Rollers (I used one per color)

Clip on Stencil Level

Stencil Brush (for touch-ups)

Stencil Prep 3

Paint:

Anita’s Metallic Craft Paint- Classic Gold

Anita’s Metallic Craft Paint- Bronze

Anita’s Metallic Craft Paint-White

FolkArt Acrylic Paint- Spun Sugar

Symmetry Allover Stencil

Cutting Edge Stencil’s Symmetry Allover Stencil

The “How To”

 Here’s a fun little video tutorial…

*CLICK THE BOX IN THE LOWER RIGHT HAND CORNER TO MAKE THE VIDEO FULL SCREEN*

In hopes that pictures speak louder than words, and seeing as though I took A LOT, I will let you see most of the process for yourself.  Here’s my tips for the perfect stencil project…

1.  Lay out the stencil AS SOON as you receive it to make the stencil as flat as possible.

2.  Using stencil tape or painter’s tape and a level, tape the stencil to the wall or desired area.

3.  For large stencils, I suggest taping across the stencil as well and moving it as you move along.  This keeps the stencil even flatter against the wall.

4.  Use even less paint than you’d think.  More paint on the roller tends to pool up and drip behind the stencil.

5.  I usually suggest starting in the center of the room or desired stencil area.

6.  Once I complete the large full stencil areas, I cut down the stencil to fit the remaining narrow and small areas.

7.  Once all stenciling is complete, simply touch up any drips or smears with wall paint.

8.  Pat yourself on the back and e-mail me pictures of your project!

Stencil 3 Stencil 7 Stencil 8 Stencil 10 Stencil 12 Stencil 21Stencil 25Stencil 33 Stencil Wall 12

Addison’s Dress: Swanky Baby Vintage

Pink Leg Warmers: Grace & Lace

Flower Headband: London Raquel

Stencil Wall 10

After

SHOP OUR FOYER:

Stencil Wall 1Stencil Wall 2Stencil Wall 3Stencil Wall 4Stencil Wall 5Stencil Wall 6Stencil Wall 7Stencil Wall 8

SHOP OUR FOYER:

XOXO, Brittany Hayes

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  1. Haley B. says

    February 11, 2015 at 4:05 pm

    Awesome job!! Its amazing how much the look of it changes, step by step! How did you choose which color to paint in your pattern? Are they at random?

    Reply
    • Brittany Hayes says

      February 24, 2015 at 6:51 pm

      Awe thank you! I knew I wanted to do a range of metallics since there is already so much color in that area so I chose pearl, white, bronze and gold. As far as the pattern, there really wasn’t any method to the madness. LOL! I just tried to put each color in random spots on the first stencil and then from there I could tell what color each triangle was on the stencil so I kept with that same pattern. Hope that makes sense!

      Reply
  2. Emily, Our house now a home says

    February 12, 2015 at 2:04 am

    This is amazing! I have not tried too much stenciling, but you make it look so easy. I love the color’s you chose for this.

    Reply
  3. Raven says

    February 12, 2015 at 1:07 pm

    I love your home! I’m from Ohio and am currently redoing our home to be more shabby chic!

    Reply
  4. IrisNacole says

    February 12, 2015 at 1:11 pm

    Following along from TX! Love the wall!!

    Reply
  5. Cindy says

    February 12, 2015 at 1:12 pm

    Well done! I really enjoyed scrolling through your posts. You’re quite talented! The stencil wall looks amazing!

    Reply
  6. Amanda Jones says

    February 12, 2015 at 1:13 pm

    I’m reading this over in Texas! 🙂

    Reply
  7. Stacey Shipley says

    February 12, 2015 at 1:35 pm

    Acworth, GA

    Love the stencil project ❤️ entering to win!!

    Reply
  8. Aimee says

    February 12, 2015 at 1:38 pm

    Here in texas!

    Reply
  9. Michelle H says

    February 12, 2015 at 1:46 pm

    I’m from Tennessee!

    Reply
  10. Erica says

    February 12, 2015 at 2:00 pm

    Brittany! I would LOVE to win this! Dying to do some stenciling in my daughter’s bathroom. I’m a reader (and a blogger) currently living in Kansas with the good ole Army.

    Reply
  11. Alaina says

    February 12, 2015 at 2:07 pm

    Love this idea over wallpapering! Hope to do it in our new home in South Carolina!

    Reply
  12. M. LeBlanc says

    February 12, 2015 at 2:08 pm

    As always, absolutely beautiful. We used to be able to afford wallpaper, but since having three kids within 22 months (one set of twins), that changed. ;). We are in Nevada. Thank you for sharing.

    Reply
  13. Leslie Petersen says

    February 12, 2015 at 2:38 pm

    I love this look! I’m reading from north central Texas!! 🙂

    Reply
  14. Kaitlyn @freshandvintageliving says

    February 12, 2015 at 3:07 pm

    That looks so good!!! & love the colors you picked!!! Reading here from North Texas!! 🙂

    Reply
  15. Tori says

    February 12, 2015 at 3:14 pm

    Tennessee here! Love the stencil:)

    Reply
  16. Alesha says

    February 12, 2015 at 3:23 pm

    Utah!!!
    I love what you have done

    Reply
  17. Krista says

    February 12, 2015 at 3:24 pm

    I am following your blog from OKLAHOMA!!! Thanks for the chance to win something so fun and creative. 🙂

    Reply
  18. Jessica M says

    February 12, 2015 at 3:43 pm

    I follow from right outside Seattle, WA! I love to watch the things you create. If only I were so creative. HA! Thanks for letting us follow!

    Reply
  19. Amanda says

    February 12, 2015 at 4:02 pm

    Daily reader from Ca!

    Reply
  20. Bee says

    February 12, 2015 at 4:09 pm

    avid reader from arkansas! After building 8 years ago, my home needs an entire overhaul. I’m still building up confidence to take the plunge and love your blog for inspiration!

    Reply
  21. Bridget Allen says

    February 12, 2015 at 4:18 pm

    I’m from Kansas. I love home projects! My 14 year old would love something like this for an accent wall in he room!

    Reply
  22. Shari L. says

    February 12, 2015 at 4:18 pm

    Another Texas reader! Love your style!

    Reply
  23. stephanie elam says

    February 12, 2015 at 4:19 pm

    Faithful follower/stalker…lol…from good ole’ KY!!!

    Reply
  24. Krystal Mills says

    February 12, 2015 at 4:30 pm

    Kentucky!!!..The Bluegrass State Baby!!!

    Reply
  25. Jennifer Foust says

    February 12, 2015 at 4:57 pm

    I’m reading/watching from Arkansas and I’m obsessing over this!!

    Reply
  26. Lindsey Mascieri says

    February 12, 2015 at 5:10 pm

    i love torturing my husband with DIY projects! I made him stencil all the walls in my 4 yr olds room! It’s time to do under the stairs just like you!!! Jersey Girl!!!

    Reply
  27. Cassie says

    February 12, 2015 at 5:42 pm

    Loving it from Georgia!!

    Reply
  28. Toni says

    February 12, 2015 at 6:12 pm

    Reading from right down the street from you in Georgia!

    Reply
  29. Kristina says

    February 12, 2015 at 7:01 pm

    reading from Florida))

    Reply
  30. Sydney S says

    February 12, 2015 at 7:29 pm

    From Illinois – love this!

    Reply
  31. Tori Minton says

    February 12, 2015 at 8:03 pm

    Athens, Georgia!
    Love this stencil so much! cant wait to do something similar for my babys room

    Reply
  32. Diann says

    February 12, 2015 at 8:27 pm

    I love this. I would love to do a wall in our AL home.

    Reply
  33. Haley B. says

    February 12, 2015 at 9:28 pm

    Haha, I totally missed the giveaway part, guess I was so mesmerized!! Reader from Texas!! 🙂

    Reply
  34. Tammy Damore says

    February 13, 2015 at 12:30 am

    WOW, this project has really peeked my interest. I spent may years stenciling, but in the past years it seemed to kind of go out of style. This however is a brand new modern version of a past love of mine. I would love to win, and do a project wall in my new study. I am just starting a remodel of this room and I am going French inspired. I wonder what your friends would recommend for me???? Do tell!!! Any way love what you did with the place.

    Reply
  35. Maggie says

    February 13, 2015 at 1:29 am

    Love your chic & fun style! I follow your blog from Indiana:)

    Reply
  36. Kathryn Goldberg says

    February 13, 2015 at 1:29 am

    im reading from Richmond, va. Absolutely love ur blog.

    Reply
  37. Ginelle Bathauer says

    February 13, 2015 at 1:36 am

    loving your blog from Columbus, GA! Hugs!!

    Reply
  38. amy says

    February 13, 2015 at 1:45 am

    i love this! i’m curious, too – how did you decide which colors to put where? is there a method to the “pattern?” it looks great!! and of course – i’m reading from GA 😉

    Reply
    • Brittany Hayes says

      February 24, 2015 at 6:47 pm

      Hey girlie! I knew I wanted to do a range of metallics since there is already so much color in that area so I chose pearl, white, bronze and gold. As far as the pattern, there really wasn’t any method to the madness. LOL! I just tried to put each color in random spots on the first stencil and then from there I could tell what color each triangle was on the stencil so I kept with that same pattern. Hope that makes sense!

      Reply
  39. Jayme says

    February 13, 2015 at 2:09 am

    I stumbled upon your blog a while ago and I’m so glad I did! Love that stenciled wall, hail from good ole Oklahoma!

    Reply
  40. Ashley says

    February 13, 2015 at 2:16 am

    Northwest Ga Girl here!

    Reply
  41. Tori says

    February 13, 2015 at 2:26 am

    Love it. Following from Destin.

    Reply
  42. Liz Beaton says

    February 13, 2015 at 2:41 am

    Following from Ontario, Canada. I don’t know how you do it all! So fab.

    Reply
  43. Tammy says

    February 13, 2015 at 3:59 am

    McDonough, GA

    Reply
  44. Mona Weeden says

    February 13, 2015 at 1:21 pm

    Love your work here in Mississippi. My Grandaughter has your baby bedding line. It’s just beautifu.

    Reply

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