Do you remember my post about my wall of mirrors? Did you notice the walls?!? I am in LOVE with the new color and design. When I started planning out my bedroom, I knew I wanted to go dark and somewhat dramatic…dark walls and light furniture. I also wanted to add some texture to the walls, but didn’t want it too high of a contrast.
The solution was to use a stencil. I decided to get the Antico Allover Wall Pattern from Cutting Edge Stencils. I watched a few of their videos and got to work!
I got a clip-on level and it made the job go such quicker and easier. I was amazed at how fast I got a wall done!
NOW to clarify…I like imperfect! The more it was not uniform the better, for me. So, doing it quickly was good and gave me the desired effect that I wanted.
I used Valspar Signature Dove Gray in eggshell for the base coat, then stenciled with a custom color. For the custom color, I had them mix a small quart in satin a shade darker.
What do you think?
It took me a little time but I saved a ton compared to wall paper! (AND I can just paint over it when I want a change!)
I have been following Cutting Edge on FB for a while. I love them and can’t wait to use them in my home!!!
http://www.cuttingedgestencils.com/heritage-grill-allover-stencil.html
The heritage grill all over is my favorite.
Oh!!! And I am subscribed to their blog under an old email addy!!!
TODAY, I would pick the Wall Quotes stencil, “BE SILLY…” . They are all wonderful!!!! Thanks!!
I like the Moroccan Dream All Over stencil!
I liked Cutting Edge Stencils on Facebook and left them a message also. Love their stencils.
I am following Cutting Edge Stencils and subscribed via Email. love them
Casablanca is my favorite
I went to the website, liked (loved!) them, left a comment and am leaving a comment here too, as I wasn’t really sure where I was supposed to leave the comment!! There are so many wonderful stencils and I am going to have a tough time picking which ones to start with! Thanks!!
I’ve been following Cutting Edge Stencils on Facebook for a while. Love their stencils!
Too many gorgeous stencils to choose from, but one of my favorite is the Rabat Pattern.
Ok, I have subscribed to the blog. This is so fun – I haven’t found anything so inspirational in a long, long time!!!
I visited the site and love the stencil Home Is Where The Heart Is Quote Stencil! Thanks for the giveaway!
Liked them on facebook also. Thanks again.
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Love the paisley stencil!!
Love it! I’d go with “Fuji” or “Chevron” I have two particular pieces in mind that I need to paint 🙂 What a fun giveaway!
I’ve purchased twice from CEStencils, great products! I would pick HAPPY HOUR Wall Stencil – this is for my next project!
I’ve “Liked” Cutting Edge Stencils for some time now 🙂
Following Blog 🙂
The ‘Chinese Ginkgo’ is lovely-I’m a great admirer of this ancient tree. Since I’m an advid gardner and nature lover, this would be perfect for my bedroom.
Love what you did! I just did something similar with flat and gloss with the Zagora stencil. I’m hooked now! I think I’d go for the birds if paradise damask stencil for my next project. It looks very similar to turn of the last century wallpaper patterns.
I love the large CHEVRON ALLOVER STENCIL PATTERN
Like CES on facebook
follow CES blog
Love the Zamira stencil!
I follow them on FB!
I’m in love with the dandelions and the seeds blowing away! Love love love!!!
I love the tone on tone…. I always like dark colors in rooms… I’ve used navy blue but I think I’m going to try your gray and black colors next… very chic!
Saw the Zinnia used in a model home and fell in love!
Favorite Stencil: Rabat Overall Love it!
Already Like them via Facebook!
I follow there blog!!
I love the cats!
Already a blog follower!
Already a facebook follower!
Anna Damask and Fleur all-over are still on my list. I have already purchased and used the Zamira and Indian Inlay.
I’ve liked (and loved) them for a long time.
I love the Chevron Allover stencil pattern!
I just liked Cutting Edge Stencils on FB:)
Just saved CE Stencils on my blogs bookmark page!
I would choose the moroccan allover stencil!
I like CES on Facebook 🙂
I follow their blog via email 🙂
I love the simple elegance of the Chandelier Stencil! Beautiful!
It is so hard to pick just one. But being as I will be painting my son’s bathroom next, I am going to pick my favorite stencil for that project. 🙂 I would use the “Zulu Allover Stencil.” I imagine doing a robot shower curtain as such with it. 🙂
http://www.cuttingedgestencils.com/geometric-modern-stencil-zulu.html
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The Valspar Signature Dove Gray base coat with the custom stencil color sounds like a perfect balance between elegance and subtlety.
That stencil looks incredible! I’m a huge fan of the imperfect look too, it gives a room so much more character than a flat paint job. I tried a similar dark-on-light theme in my study last year and found that the texture really hides those little everyday scuffs. While I was waiting for my supplies to arrive, I had a bit of a delivery hiccup and spent a frantic afternoon searching for the roadie customer service phone number to track down my package. The Dove Gray base you chose is perfect, it keeps the drama from feeling too heavy.