Simple DIY Painted/Stenciled Rug

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DIY Painted_Stenciled Rug

I have been seeing painted rugs all over blog land for quite some time now. I wasn’t exactly sure how to go about it, but decided to give it a try. I decided to test it out on a small rug/doormat I already had.

Here is the original ‘greige’ (grayish beige) rug.

Grayish Beige Rug to be painted

There are many ways you can paint a rug. You can tape a design, either straight lines or some pattern, and paint over it. Using spray paint would be faster, I guess. But there are many tutorials out there, that recommend using a paint roller for the best results. Or you can try stamping or even stenciling a simple design. To me, that seemed the easiest, non-committal way to go.

I chose this round plastic thingy (that came as some sort of shipping material) as my stencil. I used a small craft brush dipped in mint green paint to create the dots.

Stenciled Rug With Plastic Stencils

Now the smart thing would be to seal it with a clear fabric protector spray once the paint dried.

Simple DIY Painted_Stenciled Rug

Till then, it can survive in a low-traffic area.

DIY Painted Rug

It is such a fun, easy update. Have you painted a rug yet?!!

Check out another fun and easy DIY – Updated Wall Art.

DIY Bubbles Wall Art 3

Here’s another fun DIY paint project – Painted Jewelry Box.

Painted Wooden Jewelry Box with Jewels

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38 thoughts on “Simple DIY Painted/Stenciled Rug”

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  13. I had to click on this b/c I have been reading a lot about painting/stenciling/stamping on fabric. I would have never thought to try a rug! Rugs are so expensive, so this would be a great way to make a cheap rug look fabulous! This week on my blog I shared how I was looking for interesting things around the house to stamp on fabric. That little thingamajig you found is very nifty! 🙂 I’m a new follower on bloglovin’!
    Gina @ Gina’s Craft Corner (I’d love for you to come visit me sometime!)

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