A few weeks ago I was contacted by Cutting Edge Stencils about doing a review and giveaway and I was over-the-moon excited! If you have not yet heard of Cutting Edge Stencils you are missing out big time-they have an amazing selection of on-trend stencil designs that you just can't find anywhere else. (And not just large wall stencils-they have smaller craft-sized stencils and stenciling supplies as well!)
My hubby and I had been planning on painting some tone on tone stripes on one wall in our Master Bedroom per our eDesign with Amber of Simple Dwellings but Amber thought the stencil would work well too so we decided to go for it using the Turkish Tulip Allover wall stencil.
When I received the stencil I was really pleased to see that not only was the large wall stencil in the package, but it also comes with a smaller piece for edging as well as a single of the design (which I of course had to craft with and will show you soon!). Last Tuesday while hubby was working I decided to start. Enter life and three sick kiddos and seven days later I finally finished! This might give you a little hint of why it took me so long!
While I may have said a few choice words during the process I am in love with how it turned out. This was my first time stenciling and if I can do it, anyone can! Here are a few tips and things I learned along the way:
- I highly recommend using Cutting Edge Stencil's clip-on stencil level if you are doing an all-over design like the one I used, it was so helpful.
- A dense foam roller and stencil brush are must-haves as well to get a good end result.
- Cutting Edge Stencils has a wealth of info on their site including tutorial videos. These people do this for a living-take advantage of their suggestions and watch the tutorials before you begin!
- Don't freak out if you think the stencil doesn't look perfect as you are painting-this isn't wallpaper and it is not going to be exactly perfect but you won't be able to notice at all once its finished-believe me! This was such a cause of concern for me during the process and once the wall started filling up you couldn't tell at all where those tiny imperfections were. I actually prefer the slight variations in the paint over the flat look of wallpaper.
[email protected] says
Love the paisley allover stencil!
Inspire Me Heather says
Oh Melissa, your wall looks gorgeous! I like just the one feature wall done too, so beautiful!
Janel from NellieBellie says
It looks fabulous!!! I have gotten the fish scale but I want the kitty stencil. I don't know why...but I do!
Ellen Casper says
Love the Diamond Damask Stencil! Thanks for the chance to win!
Crystal says
It looks awesome!! I would love to do this in my bedroom and/or study!! I love the Marrakeh Trellis Allover pattern. Thanks for the giveaway!!
karen says
Love these stencils! How much is too much?? I want to stencil every room!!! I hope I win!
Nichole says
There are so many I love it would be hard to choose - I love this one and the Morrocan especially.
Jan says
Love, love the citrus leaf stencil for the ceiling. We are renovating a 100 year old house and I can see this would look beautiful in the dining room. Thanks for the opp.
Courtenay says
Oh. Boo! I can't enter! Still pinned it! Look how pretty and serene your bedroom looks now! Love it!
Penelop says
Fun! I've been wanting to try some stencils and haven't had the chance yet. I'm thinking a table top....
sandra k williams says
i like the fossils for i am doing my boys room and he likes fish, ocean, etc.
Nicole w says
I love the Nagoya all over stencil
Amber B @Simple Dwellings says
This looks amazing! I love how it turned out. Thanks for the shout out! 🙂
barbara n says
I love the Dandelion Stencil
Jessica Peeling says
I love the Diamond Damask Stencil! [email protected]
Cori Westphal says
I think I'd choose the Birch Forest Allover Stencil!
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Amy Lee says
I like the chandelier stencil!
JuneA** says
I really like the LILY SCROLL ALLOVER STENCIL--thanks for the chance to win!
Kelley Roach says
lily scroll alll over stencil
Jenn Scott says
I love the Naya Damask stencil. Anything Damask is AWESOME!!
Sunnie says
I like the new paisley pattern
Michaela says
I'd love one of their craft stencils!
Sue Bunting says
what stencil I would pick if I win is Wall Stencil Cordoba!
Alaine says
I'd choose the Nadya stencil!
Julie says
all over poppy stencil thanks
Gina Arkell says
I really like the Harlequin trellis allover stencil
Heather R says
I would love the SPRING SONGBIRDS WALL STENCIL
kimber says
Probably the poppy stencil. What fun!!!
[email protected] says
Your wall turned out great! Glad to hear it is not hard to do.
Stephanie W. says
Your bedroom looks amazing! I love the look of the wall with your headboard, so chic!
All of the stencils on their site are inspiring for home DIY I'm not sure how I would pick but I am immediately drawn to the Casablanca Allover (plus its one of my favorite movies too!)
Lisa M says
Love the CASABLANCA ALLOVER STENCIL
RCform - Bud L
PS Love your tips
Monica says
Love the Acacia Allover Stencil!!
Andrea says
I like the Outside of the Box stencil
Michelle Carter says
I love the Rabat Allover Stencil.
Jennifer says
I Love these! I would pick the birch forest all over stencil!
Amie Laventhall says
i like the Butterfly and Dragonfly Stencils, 4 pc kit and the Casablanca Allover Stencil
Ginger Furr says
I really love the tree and branch stencils and the fresco and mural stencils!
IRENE CYPHER says
Flower and Vine stencils.
Mindy McCrea says
I would pick the Birds on a Branch Wall Stencil for my son's room!
Mindy McCrea says
I would pick the Birds on a Branch Wall Stencil for my son's room! Very cute!
Gale says
I'm not sure which one I'd get, but Fuji would definately be a consideration.
kelly tillotson says
birch forest all over stencil
*kelly
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Ashley p says
I love the rabat all over stencil!
Michelle Gregory says
I like the Funky Wheel Wall stencil.
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Nancy says
I might get the Nadya Damask Stencil.
Diana Hatch says
I love the paisley all over stencil
Julie says
lvoe the Ammonite Large Fossil Stencil
Shar says
I like the Casablanca Allover Stencil. (Also like the Casablanca Craft Stencil too!)
Jessica Davis says
Paisley Allover Stencil
Sue Hull says
There's so many to choose from. I liked a lot of the Damask ones. I also like the Candy Cane and Snowflakes Kit. I'd have to say my fave is the Butterfly and Dragonfly Stencils. Thank you so much for this Awesome giveaway! 🙂
Claire says
I would love the SPRING SONGBIRDS WALL STENCIL
Cathy Johnson says
I would love to win any of the paisley stencils!
Fiona N says
I really love the Floral Filigree Wall Stencil! It looks super cute!!!
Thank You So Much for the chance!
Gina R. says
I love the sweet dreams stencil.
Sarah Yurga says
Nadya Damask Stencil
Theresa Curry Wheeler says
FUNKY WHEEL WALL STENCIL
Nichole Bentley says
Love the Wise Owl Stencil. Thank you!
Shar says
Wooooooohooooooooooooooo - so excited ----Thanks!
Damask Dude says
Good looking wall mellisa. The room is very inviting. Thanks for sharing.
Leslie Stewart says
What a gorgeous stenciled wall! Love the design. Your headboard is awesome! I would like to invite you to share this at my party, Twirl & Take a Bow at http://www.houseontheway.com. Hope you can join in on the fun!
Leslie
Recreate and decorate says
Love the stencil wall! Great job!
Mariah in Louisiana says
I love how your walls turned out! I want to do this myself. Did you use two different colors of paint? Did you use a different finish for the stenciled part? Thanks!
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