I’ve searched…and searched…and searched for a stencil for my utility closet, and I simply cannot find one that just knocks my socks off.
There are plenty that I really like. For example, this Nagoya allover small scale design from Cutting Edge Stencils is one of my favorites:
And of course I love this Rabat allover small scale stencil, but I think the problem with this one is that it looks like a hundred other stencils I’ve seen used lately all over the blogosphere:
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I have absolutely loved this stencil from Royal Design Studio ever since I saw it used at Peacock Pavilions. This pattern is called Skylar’s Lace. But I’m afraid it’s too busy for such a small space like the one I have.
Of course, these aren’t the only ones I’ve considered. I’ve looked again and again at these two websites, in addition to a couple of others, for the perfect stencil.
I think there are two things holding me back. First, stencils seem to be everywhere right now. I think I want something different. Second, I have such a tiny space to make a big visual impact. I’m just afraid that these stencils—even the “small scale” stencils—will be too big to make any kind of design statement in my utility closet.
Then I remembered a room that I pinned on Pinterest recently with a wall treatment that I absolutely LOVE. And since it doesn’t require a stencil, I could scale it to whatever size I need for my closet. It’s timeless. It’s classic. It’s…
ARGYLE!
I love this! I also like that I don’t have to purchase a stencil (which may or may not end up working for my tiny space), and that all I need is painters tape (which I already have plenty of), and that I could use any combination of colors.
Every time I thought I found a stencil that I really liked, I would come back to this picture, and I liked it so much more. So I think I’m gonna go for it!
Do you like argyle as much as I do? Or does it remind you of a sweater (or pair of socks) you owned in the 80s?
Edit: I just realized that my blog design even indicated how much I love argyle! My blog banner has an argyle background. The separator between posts is a strip of argyle. Yep, it’s meant to be.
12 Comments
Ange
October 20, 2011 at 2:06 pmHow fun! Can't wait to see your wall!
Kristi's Mom
October 20, 2011 at 3:46 pmI think you should do it like you did your bedroom wall in Oregon, alternating between the glossy and flat paints in the same color. That would be pretty in a small area.
Susan
October 20, 2011 at 5:35 pmI love the argyle! It would be perfect. I love it in this bedroom as well.
kitchann
October 20, 2011 at 6:19 pmThat is a great picture – can't wait to see the closet.
Barb T
October 20, 2011 at 7:26 pmI just bookmarked a tutorial for an argyle felt pillow this morning! I might even try this paint treatment in my powder room. I had looked at stencil designs too and, like you, the ones I love, I see everywhere… You go first with the painting and let me know how it works out!
Meredith Resnick
October 20, 2011 at 11:04 pmI think argyle is a great idea for a wall. I can't wait to see how it comes out!
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A Creative Spirit
October 20, 2011 at 11:13 pmI love argyle and I LOVED my argyle sweater… and aren't they in again???
Kristi @ Addicted 2 Decorating
October 20, 2011 at 11:19 pmI think so. I sure HOPE so!! 😀
Lori
October 21, 2011 at 3:05 amHi Kristi, I liked Skylar's lace the best, but I agree it may be to busy….what about free handing a large floral pattern similar to Skylars lace, but a little less busy…I know you could do (Kristi can do anything!:)
Melissa Birchfield
October 21, 2011 at 3:23 amI am with you. I love argyle!!!! Go for it! I am sure it will be great!
Melissa
October 21, 2011 at 3:28 amI am with you. I love argyle!!! Go for it. I know it will be great!
Erin @ How to Nest for Less
October 21, 2011 at 12:04 pmLOVE the argyle!!