Friday, February 3, 2012

My Stenciled Entry


Today I want to share a project I completed before Christmas. Due to the busy season I am just now getting it posted.

There are so many beautiful stencil projects in blog land to inspire, here are a few of my favorites…


hbx-entry-brown-wainscoting-0212-harper06-lgn



eclectic entry by Janell Beals - Isabella & Max


You can see why adding a stenciled wall (or ceiling) to your home is a great way to add interest and style. I had been wanting to re-paint my entry way and decided a stencil would be the perfect touch. Once again, Janell over at Isabella & Max Rooms, was my favorite inspiration. After seeing her “how to” post on stenciling a wall, I was motivated, and ready to begin! I purchased the Mirium stencil from Whitewall & Co. Check out her step by step tutorial here.

I decided to use the same colors of paint I used in my hallway on the horizontal stripes project seen here. The base color is Sherwin Williams Universal Khaki - SW 6150 and the stencil color is Sherwin Williams Shoji White – SW 7042.

I am really happy with the results…

image

image

Since my entry does not get a lot of natural light, I opened the door in the above shot. Adding the stencil has amazingly “opened up” the space and actually makes it feel larger. I love it when that happens!
I like the way the shadows move around the space during the day and cast different light on the newly stenciled walls…

image

image

These are the very first pictures I have taken with my new camera! Still learning how to use all the features – but so far I love it!

image
Hello Kitty!



at

13 comments:

  1. cathhasablog@gmail.comFebruary 3, 2012 at 5:20 PM

    I love the one from Shabby Nest (and the pillows too! I wish I could find that fabric...I should check online...hmmm) Oh! Anyways! Really enjoying reading your blog and look forward to all your future posts! I am one of your new loyal followers! When you have a chance come on by and check out my blog (and make sure to say hi!). If you like my blog, I would love it if you would follow me back! Cath @ Home is Where my Heart is: http://cathhasablog.blogspot.com/

    ReplyDelete
  2. ElleFebruary 3, 2012 at 5:39 PM

    This is really, really well done -- kudos! I love that you "went big" with the stencil; it has such an impact that way. Also, I adore that mirror!

    Congrats on the camera, too. I just got a new one recently too and it has been a bit life-changing.... :)

    ReplyDelete
  3. CatherineFebruary 7, 2012 at 1:19 AM

    Just beautiful! I love the design you chose, and I love that mirror too!

    ReplyDelete
  4. aimeeFebruary 7, 2012 at 2:48 AM

    looks great xxx

    ReplyDelete
  5. UnknownFebruary 7, 2012 at 7:06 AM

    Love it! I love the stencil you choose and it looks great with your wall color. Beautiful!

    ReplyDelete
  6. Gabbi @ Retro Ranch RenoFebruary 7, 2012 at 11:19 AM

    What a great job!! I want to stencil somewhere in my house, but after doing the stripes on my bathroom walls, I'm not sure I have the patience to tackle another project like that just yet! :)

    ReplyDelete
  7. Kristin @ My Uncommon Slice of SuburbiaFebruary 7, 2012 at 8:51 PM

    I just love your entrance and going up the stairs. The stencil makes such a impact, so pretty!
    Thanks for linking up!
    XO
    Kristin

    ReplyDelete
  8. Laura@Elegant NestFebruary 9, 2012 at 7:54 AM

    Thanks Gabbi! I am really happy witht the results too!
    Your bathroom looks great!
    I know how challenging painting stripes can be...I recently updated my hallway

    http://elegantnest.blogspot.com/2011/09/hallwaybefore-after.html

    It was alot of work but so worth it!
    Thanks for visiting ~ Laura

    ReplyDelete
  9. White Ironstone CottageFebruary 11, 2012 at 9:32 AM

    Very Pretty love the colors
    great job
    xo
    Pam

    ReplyDelete
  10. JazMarch 16, 2012 at 8:09 AM

    I love the statement this big stencil makes. You did a fantastic job.

    -Jazmine
    keepitkrafty.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  11. Suzy www.savedbysuzy.blogspot.comMarch 21, 2012 at 5:11 PM

    Wow! Nice work! I've tried two different stenciling projects and they were both failures, so I'm super impressed with a good stenciling project. It's not easy!

    ReplyDelete
  12. UnknownMarch 26, 2012 at 4:01 PM

    Wow, high impact. I haven't stenciled in years (when did my little girls' room)

    Laura
    cookiecrumbsandsawdust.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  13. Tiffany @ {Living Savvy}January 8, 2013 at 8:01 AM

    Oh I love it Laura! I think I will keep it like yours...sort of mono chromatic! Thanks for the inspiration photos!

    ReplyDelete