…And a Simple Stencil Review
At our Inspiration Friday party last week, Heather shared with you more about our wonderful Sponsor
She also informed you that there are thousands of ready-made stencil options as well as the opportunity to create your own custom design. My favorite part of the entire easy-peasy ordering process was getting to use this fantastic tool you see below.
Getting to see exactly what your stencil choice will look like against your wall color was so awesome! I actually created about a dozen different looks just for the pure fun of it.
But, I knew I wasn’t going to be using MY stencil on a wall.
As soon as I saw that Jennifer also had gorgeous Monograms, my plan was hatched!
But, you know what they say about the “best laid plans”, right?
You see, my youngest rascal is getting her room changed up a bit and I have always wanted her to have a little spot in there for having tea parties with her friends (a.k.a. dolls, stuffed animals, sometimes Buzz Lightyear, etc.). And Mommy is usually invited too!
So, I set out to find her a little round table and chair set for just such occassions.
Well, do you know how hard it is to find round children’s tables?
VERY HARD!
And the ones I did find were serious budget busters.
Then the other day Heather and I were brainstorming on the phone about how to make one and the lightbulb went off in my brain! It doesn’t happen very often, trust me.
I remembered that I have 3 or 4 of those Round Wooden Decorator Tables stored away.
You know the ones I’m talking about.
Could my solution really be this easy?
Why, yes it was!
Why, yes it was!
Because simply by cutting down the legs (based on measurements of other children’s tables) a bit and giving it a coat (or 2) of paint in a lovely shade of sage-y green, I transformed that plain piece of particle board into
THIS!
THIS!
Perfectly ‘Tea Party‘ sized!
But, I wasn’t done yet.
Because with my Simple Stencil Monogram, I knew I could give this little table just a bit more personality. After all, it’s new owner is not lacking in the Personality Department!
I have to tell you that this was HANDS-DOWN the easiest of these types of wall decals I have ever used! The last time I attempted to try something like this (from another company) it went horribly wrong and until I used my Simple Stencil, I was pretty sure that I was to blame. But, now I have been vindicated!
Because this could not have been more….well…SIMPLE!
TA DA!!!
Isn’t that darling? I am crazy for monograms!
And I was able to choose from a wide assortment of fonts and sizes. The double circle around it just adds so much impact don’t you think?
And here it is all ready and waiting for the tea party, which we had right away! We used pillows and a footstool for chairs but I am on the lookout for just the right ones.
We may have to see if Papa will make us some…hint hint…
So, what was my darling Princess up to while Mommy was working on this?
I thought she was quietly painting but when I went back downstairs I found this waiting for me….hmmmm…doesn’t that look like the beginning of a trail?
I thought she was quietly painting but when I went back downstairs I found this waiting for me….hmmmm…doesn’t that look like the beginning of a trail?
Let’s follow it!
Now you know why she is called Rascal #2!
Even Princesses have their moments.
Be watching for an INCREDIBLE GIVEAWAY coming up soon for our friends At The Picket Fence courtesy of The Simple Stencil! We’d love you to pay a visit to The Simple Stencil. You can visit them from the link in our sidebar.
I think you’ll be as impressed with them as we are!
And don’t forget, not only will we be having our regularly scheduled party this week
(link goes up Thursday afternoon!).
We are super excited to be bringing you another installment of
Very pretty .. thanks for sharing the stencil site.
What a great idea with the table. Absolutely love the stencil. I actually gasp when I saw the paint trail. Too cute (easy for me to say from this side of the computer monitor). Luckily it looks water-based so hopefully it cleaned up easily.
Vanessa that table turned out so cute and I LOVE that big ol monogram!! Looks like someone wanted to paint a table for mommy too:) Martina
That’s a great idea for an inexpensive table, and super cute with the monogram too. Might need one of those for my little girl!
Amy
The table turned out really cute. What a great idea!
Vanessa this is so adorable!!! What a great idea to use that little table! See how creative you are! 🙂 I loved the paint trail, just know that this happens quite a bit at my house too. Either paint or dirt or one time it was lotion! 🙂
Enjoy your tea parties!!
Hugs!
Love the stencil tea table,and soo cute to follow the paint trail,I think she heard something outside,and went to investigate.hehe
If you have time,check out the herb garden me and the Mr made.
~Jo
Lazy on Loblolly
What a great blog….glad I popped in! I have one of those little three legged tables; and I forsee and Monogram on it SOON! Too cute about your painting little princess. She’s trying to be just like Mom! I’ve added myself as a follower…hope you pop over and see me sometime soon! Happy Spring Ya’ll from Houston!
My kind of project there. I love me some stencils. I will have to check them out some time!
WOW!! I really love this! I want to thank you guys for your precious comments over on my blog. So excited to have found you!! I’m now your newest follower! YAY!!!!
Great use for that table. I think I have 2 or 3 of those suckers stashed away. Remember when EVERYBODY had at least ONE or TWO of those? lol
Love your stencil too-you are right-it came out perfect! And while you were making a perfect little table your little doll was making a perfect mess! Love it! xxoo Diana
The tea table is so sweet, Vanessa. Your rascal trail is too funny!
Hi Vanessa! I think it’s great that lately stencils have been making a come-back. I did my first stencil in our first house back in the late 80’s. They were very country then…the ones now are so much better. I love the way your little table turned out. I’m a sucker for a monogram! I’ll be back on Friday. ~Ann
Hi Vanessa, The little tea table turned out so cute! I love anything with a monogram. Thank you for joining my party and sharing this adorable table.
xo,
Sherry
Darling tea table. I love stencils.
The table is perfect as is the idea for making it. We had many a princess adventure trail around here when the girls were little too.
Our play table is actually a nice sturdy round one. I’m glad I held on to it for the next generation if they are not easy to find these days.
Hi Vanessa! Oh, this little table is just the cutest thing! Love it. Now it looks like the Easter bunny has been to your house early as I’m seeing where he must have painted some eggs and got a wee bit messy? I know no darling tot did this! 🙂
Thanks for popping in to see me and for your sweet comments on my bedroom. I’m honored.
Be a sweetie,
Shelia 😉
You love monograms, so you are DEFINITELY a Southerner! 🙂 Love the table!
Kelly
I absolutely adore this project~ it’s an “L” after all! I am hosting a Springtime Craft and Project linky party today and I would love it if you would particpate.
There is a giveaway involved. 🙂
Love this sweet table Vanessa! Absolutely darling~ thanks for sharing at my party!!! 🙂
Thanks for coming by with your darling little table!!!!
Blessings,
Linda
Great use for the table! I have one of those too and haven’t come up with a project for it. But cutting the legs is genuis! So simple and easy but I would never have thought of it. It really is perfect for children.
Awesome job and thanks for the sweet compliment about my table. I hope someone here likes it as much as you do! And is willing to pay for it :).
Emily
Thank you for the idea! I wasn’t sure if paint would work – even with a primer..? Now I know 🙂