Thursday, September 20, 2012

Paint a Rug Party : Inspiration

Linda of My Crafty Home Life invited me to join a rug painting party, and since I am never one to pass up a project beyond my skill set, I said "sure!"

For a while now I have had my eye on this rug:

via Elle Decor



via Fresh Quince

via Design Manifest

I could buy the Madeline Weinrib version for a gazillion dollars.  Ikea supposedly has a similar version, but I have scoured the Ikeas of four states for the past year and they are always out of stock, so I think Ikea is only pretending to sell that rug.  Rugs USA also has a navy blue version.

My one concern with this rug is that it looks like it will use a hella amount of Frog Tape, does it not?  I reserve the right to change my mind to a less tape-involved design.

I will probably not paint it black, but I do like the three rows of alternating stripes.  I can't decide if I should attempt this with a rug in my master bathroom, or in my foyer.  Check back next Thursday and find out which one I pick.

You can check out other participants in the rug party:









18 comments:

  1. Wow, I'm in awe that you are attempting this and I can't wait to see the results! I just checked and the rug is available at my local Ikea here in NJ..
    By the way, I came over via Simple Details and just became your newest follower.

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  2. Looks like we're on the same page with this project!

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  3. I considered doing this too. It's going to look great!

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  4. Love this pattern! Your rug will be better than that Ikea rug when it is all said and done. Can't wait to see what colors you choose.

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  5. Can't wait to see what you go with!

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  6. Good luck Lisa! Have fun.
    Nancy
    Powellbrowerhome.com

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  7. I love this rug too! I am doing stripes as well. Great choice!

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  8. I think it does use a ton of tape...not sure, either. Looking forward to you attack.

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  9. I've always loved that rug! Good luck, anxious to see your color!

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  10. I want some Madeline Weinrib, too! The rug you like is one of my favorites, but it makes my brain hurt thinking about trying to replicate. I can't wait to see what you do!

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  11. can't wait to see what you come up with! love these challenges from ms. linda!

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  12. I was going to use this rug as my inspiration too, but I'm way to lazy to tape off all those lines! I'm sure it'll look amazing though - can't wait to see your progress next week!

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  13. Dang girl, you are ambitious! That tape job would put me in a straight jacket. Anxiously awaiting the update! Have fun.

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