It's done! It's done! I can hardly believe it!
I'm thrilled with the outcome!
I decided to just stencil the stairway
I think if I would have done all 4 walls it would have been overkill.
This was one looooooooong project.
Between driving the kids to and from school, helping with homework, cooking, cleaning and daily life this took days to complete.
The weather didn't help much either!
Here's a picture of what it looked like before:
I was initially going to paint it the color you see there in the middle section...
And now:
I'm already thinking of my next stencil project, master bedroom or my princess' room?
Now to decorate these barewalls...
Here's my stencil review:
I will definitely be buying another stencil from Cutting Edge Stencils, the stencil was very easy to use and to CLEAN! I must have washed/rinsed it over 20 times and every time I did, clean up was EASY! My stencil is still in perfect condition, no rips or tears!
The top stencil was very convenient. You will need it for the top of your project!
The clip on level was super helpful! I think its a good purchase to buy it along with your stencil if your thinking about buying one. If you've got OCD like me you will thank me for it!
Do not expect to be done with a project this size in a day.... if you want it to look nice you will definitely be taking a few breaks!
Their instructional video was extremely helpful (so please make sure you take advantage of their free video! If you follow it, your project will have a great turnout!
Here's how you can win a $50.00 credit (plus free shipping) towards your purchase of a Cutting Edge Stencil.
(Followers only please)
- Check out Cutting Edge Stencils and come back and tell what pattern you love!
- Like Cutting Edge Stencils on Facebook.
Please don't forget to leave me a way to track you back! I'm so excited to share this giveaway with you! Giveaway is open until February 22, 2012.
xoxo
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wow! that is amazing. you did a fabulous job. you made it look easy, but it scares me! lol
ReplyDeleteHi! I liked Cutting Edge on FB and I love their floral designs. I love the allium gladiator stencil... So beautiful...
ReplyDeleteWOW! I LOVE IT!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a tedious job in between juggling everything else. You did a fantastic job!! Love the stencil.
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Mary Alice
Oh My Goodness...this is beautiful!! This is the same stencil I have wanted for the longest time. The "Anna' is my favorite! Please enter me in your giveaway..I am a follower and I Like Cutting Edge Stencils on FB. xo, Sherry
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I love the Marrakech Trellis all over stencil!
ReplyDeleteI love this stencil. It coordinated really nicely with you banister too. May I ask, what are the things hanging on the wall in the before pic upstairs? I like the look of them.
ReplyDeleteThank you! Those are flowers I bought at Kirklands a few years ago. They had two sizes, you can see a close up of one on the mantel next to the paper whites.
DeleteAmazing job! It reminds me of those vintage wall-paper you could find in beautiful houses...
ReplyDeleteI like the Birch Forest stencil!
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Great job! It looks awesome! My favorite stencil is the birch forest all over stencil!
ReplyDeleteAwesome!! I thought it was wallpaper at first. Nicely done.
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I like the spring songbirds wall stencil!
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Amazing Artwork! I like cutting edge on Facebook and the Alladin is my favorite!
ReplyDeleteWOW! You did an amazing job!
ReplyDeletePS: I am your newest Linky follower.
Mrs. Delightful
ourdelightfulhome.blogspot.com
I am a new follower and I love so many of their stencils! Marrakech trellis, moroccan dream, zagora, and nagoya to name just a few. This makes your handrail stand out and look so beautiful, amazing job!
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Wow! They have some NICE stencil designs.. :) I love the Duchess Damask stencil..
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This is absolutely brilliant...just a wonderful effect. Your did an amazing job.
ReplyDeleteI'm not joining the giveaway....however I have to say your staircase looks absolutely AMAZING!!!! I can't believe you stenciled all that....very impressive :o)
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~Des
Oh, WOW!! What a huge difference...that is GORgeous! Amazing job!! I bet that took forever, but it's worth it! Thanks for sharing...would you consider sharing here?
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I like the Rabat Craft stencil and the Cassablanca!
ReplyDeleteWow! We have almost the same foyer and you have inspired me!
ReplyDeleteMy favorite stencil from Cutting Edge is "Wispy Leaves."
Donna
http://thewonderofhome.blogspot.com/
I just did a very similar stencil in my living room. A few breaks? Yes, they will need to be taken!
ReplyDeleteLooks great!
Wow! So much work. It looks beautiful! Hopping over from sassy sites and following through linky now xo
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ReplyDeleteI love the Zinnia Grande Flower Stencil...I'm expecting my second and hoping for a girl...this would be so cute to do on one wall in the nursery...i'm a follower
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I like cutting edge on FB
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I love the Anna Damask Stencil and would use this behind the bed in the guest bedroom.
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ReplyDeleteholy cow!!! WOWEE! thanks for linking up to Make it monday! I've shared it on the Brassy Apple FB page!
ReplyDeleteGreat job on your stenciling. I am in love with damask but have been leery of stenciling. I might just give it a try now!
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Linda
I'm lovin' the Aladdin Craft Stencil.
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Linda
Just started following your blog, love the staircase. I'd love to win the Marrakech Trellis Allover Stencil.
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ReplyDeleteWow, what a huge impact! I'm glad you went with just the stairwell, the pattern can really pop that way.
ReplyDeleteFabulous! I love it. Hugs,
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It is gorgeous! You are a brave lady! I stenciled my dinning room walls last year and it about killed me! LOL You did a great job! Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteGORGEOUS!!! your walls look divine.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! I'd love to have you share your projects at my party...it just opened!!! XO, Aimee
ReplyDeleteI liked Cutting Edge Stencils, I am your follower, and I cannot figure out which stencil is my favorite, I like soo many its hard to choose!!!
ReplyDeleteYour stenciling job was a labor of love, but so worth it, looks gorgeous!
I am in love with the trellis all over stencil
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ReplyDeleteWow! What an impressive design....it makes such an impact. It gives the space such an expensive, elegant feel.
ReplyDeleteI'd love to get in on the give away...I already Like Cutting Edge on FB. I would love to get my hands on the ceiling medallion stencil.
Thanks so much for sharing your design and this fabulous give away at Show & Tell.
Sharon @ mrs. hines class
SO BEAUTIFUL girl!!! I'm so impressed. I'm thinking about doing another stencil soon and I think you just convinced me! Thanks for linking up this gorgeous project :)
ReplyDeleteWOW! What a statement that stencil has made in your staircase. I'm putting your project in PoPP Spotlight this weekend. Thanks for linking up...
ReplyDeleteBeautiful. Love the damask stencil. I want to do this going up my stairs but I am too afraid!
ReplyDeletebeautiful job with your stenciling! oh my! I did a huge mirrored closet door and it took me 5 hours. I can appreciate the time spent on this.
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Oh this is gorgeous! I just stenciled one little wall behind my bed recently and thought I was gonna see the 4th of July before I saw the end of it! It DOES take a long time, but it's oh so worth it! What a beautifully dramatic entrance you have now.- Visiting from Traci's DIY party!
ReplyDeleteyou did a great job. i really like the marie antoinette grand panel. it is just beautiful. please enter me in your giveaway.
ReplyDeleteI'm a little jealous that you have a staircase. There's something about stairs that makes a place seem larger to me. :)
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