Family Picture Wall
I have a built-in nook in my family room. I’ve never done much with it since we have lived here.
Then I got my new canvas from the Canvas People and knew that I wanted to do something fun with that space.
Cutting Edge Stencils sent me a wonderful new wallpaper stencil to try out as part of The DIY Club and I thought it would be a perfect place to add a little personality to the room. It is the Parsley Blooms Wall Pattern Kit.
This is what the nook looked like before.
The first thing I did was paint the alcove. I used Mythic Paint’s flat indoor paint and the color is Aquarium.
I love the soothing blue-green tones. I also love Mythic Paint because it is no odor and toxic free so it’s safe to use indoors and around my kids.
Once I got the wall painted and it had dried I added a little white paint to the Aquarium color and created a couple different, lighter shades to use the Cutting Edge Stencil with.
I taped the stencil to the wall using blue painters tape. Then I rolled the paint onto the stencil. And Cutting Edge Stencils are so easy to work with. They are virtually goof proof. I started at the edge of the wall and did each color about 4-5 times with the stencil, spacing the flowers out pretty evenly. I didn’t want it to seem too uniform, so I had the stencil overlap in a few places. If you haven’t tried Cutting Edge Stencils, you really should. I say this because I have used their stencils for a few projects and every single time the stencil has turned out great.
They are so easy to use.
Then I hung up my pictures and plates! I used DISCHangers to hang up the plates. They are wonderful! You just put a little water on the back and then wait a few minutes and you are ready to go!
So now I have a real focal point in my room.
I *really* don't know how you do it, Jen! I know how I do it (by neglecting things like, oh, house cleaning and decorating) but your house always looks amazing! 🙂 Great makeover!
which* Ugh I hate when I proof after I send!
I sometimes feel so unworthy to even be in your presence! Jenn~this is absolute beautiful and I really love what you did with that space…although I liked the before picture witch kind of brings me back to the point that I do not feel worthy…hugs and happy week end to you! If you get a chance come over and see what I made while on hold!!!…lol
What??? Why have I never heard of adhesive plate hangers??? Awesome!
I love this! I am going to feature it on somewhat simple!
so cute Jen! You have been busy! I love it!
So pretty Jen! Love the color 🙂
Looks great!!! Awesome links. I was wondering how you did your plates.
Wow! What a difference! Love it!
Love everything about your wall makeover! Great colors and fun family pictures!
Wow, this is really fabulous! It adds such a punch of color. Love it!
What a great transformation! I love the stencil and the colors you used. I bought some dischangers a few months ago and I LOVE them! I think I need to order some more:)
It turned out great! Is it funny that my favorite part is your polka dot plate? Where did you get it? (c:
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Looks GREAT!
I need to invest in those DISChangers! Do they have a "weight limit" or anything? Or have different sizes?
I love how this turned out! Love the wall color, especially with the pictures from your canvas. Beautiful!
That looks so nice.
You have me convinced to try stencils – now to convince my husband. He is not an easy sell!
Can you come help with my house now? I'll feed you. 🙂 I love so many things about this little space and have had some similar ideas, love how you've pulled it all together.
This change sure made a huge impact.Really really nice. Terry
Wow, what a difference! Love what you did Jen.
This looks lovely!!! And the canvas came out SO nice! I want one now! 🙂
THAT is adorable!!! I love it.
And, I see you have a scentsy…I love scentsy. LOL
Oh my goodness, I LOVE it!!! I especially adore the stenciled wall and hanging plates. And I took advantage of that canvas deal too. Thanks! 🙂
LOVE the update! thanks for inspiring 🙂
SO SO SO SO pretty!
Oh my goodness Jen! It looks so good! I love it! Great job!
I can't wait to see your mantle and advent calendar.
Merry Christmas!
Natalie
ooh i love the vinyl chandy!
Gorgeous! I love the stencil work! And the color is beautiful – it adds a totally different feel to the wall. Awesome job!
Can't wait to see what else you've been working on!
Love the new wall color! Makes everything really stand out.
It looks fabulous, Jen!!!!
I LOVE it! I also redid my family gallery wall this weekend. Yours looks cuter (sniff). But, I'm not jealous…much.
Fabulous makeover! I love that little nook area, and the pop of color really makes it stand out. The colors really show off your canvas!
That looks great! Love the stencil.
Looks fantastic Jen! I love the stencils! Can't wait to see your other creations! Just wondering about your wreath storage. Do you have a large moose with very large antlers that are fab wreath hangers in your garage too?
Happy Week!!
It's really wonderful! I love the whole arrangement.
Nice pictures, nice family, nice colors.
It's crazy, few changements make the difference.
All is in harmony. Thanks for sharing.
Very nice Jen!! I love those canvas pictures and really need to order one. I love the stencil design on the beautiful blue.
I love this space. The colors you chose, the stencil, even the items and how they are arranged. Could you please come do my house? Pretty please…….lol
love, love, love the wall! what a great idea! where did you get your plates? did you buy the 6 and the chair plate like that or did you make them? it looks great!
LOVE the new wall! It looks beautiful!
I am IN love with this!!!! We are about to move and once we get to our new house I have so many fun projects floating through my head. One of which is doing canvas wraps. I also want to do a plate and framed fabric wall in old frames.
This is an awesome creation! Beautiful job!!!!!
Love this! I have been wanting to try a stencil for sometime now, and you've motivated to do so!
Looks beautiful! Good job, and great photo! 🙂
It does look great! I thought it was wallpaper from the first few pictures! Great idea and one I'd love to try, but that will have to be a "next house" project. {We're going on the market again after the holidays}.
That looks great Jen! I can't wait to see all your projects!
I love the stencil and the way it looks on your wall and the aquarium color is so soothing 🙂
~Crystal~
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I love it Jen! You are such a wonderful decorator/craftsperson! You amaze me! xxoo
Wow! I love the new look of your nook (I sound like Dr Seuss)! That color really makes your canvas pop. Such a sweet picture.
By the way, I'm your newest follower!
this is awesome!
i love the color you picked & that stencil is amazing. it has alot of whimsy to it. 🙂 you know i love some whimsy.
i can't get over all the projects you've done. gosh, you are super woman!
can't wait to see them all.
kellie