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:

Luci @Bungalow At Home September 20, 2012 at 4:03 AM  

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.

Julia {Pawleys Island Posh} September 20, 2012 at 4:24 AM  

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

charmaine September 20, 2012 at 4:51 AM  

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

Cathy Wall September 20, 2012 at 5:41 AM  

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.

Tiffany September 20, 2012 at 5:45 AM  

Can't wait to see what you go with!

Nancy September 20, 2012 at 5:51 AM  

Good luck Lisa! Have fun.
Nancy
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Beth Connolly September 20, 2012 at 6:21 AM  

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

My Crafty Home Life September 20, 2012 at 6:40 AM  

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

pam {simple details} September 20, 2012 at 7:04 AM  

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

The Pink Pagoda September 20, 2012 at 7:45 AM  

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!

Heather Moore Grahling | Vivid Hue Home September 20, 2012 at 8:07 AM  

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

Sam @ The Junk House September 20, 2012 at 9:38 AM  

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!

Junell September 21, 2012 at 12:44 AM  

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

Lisa Mende September 22, 2012 at 8:50 AM  

Can't wait to see your rug!

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