I love this blanket! I'm always looking for new ways to decorate our living room without spending too much. This design is bold, but still cute. You can make one too, here's how...
1. Supplies: throw blanket (we picked up a simple blanket at Target), Martha Stewart All Surface Paint
, paintbrush, scissors, cardboard, and cork. 2. Begin by cutting out various shaped hearts. We made three sizes to create a gradient design. Add corks to the back to make a handle for the stamps. 3. Begin adding layers of paint to the hearts and stamping them onto the blanket.. 4. Continue stamping until you have a pretty pattern! We did a fun pattern of large, medium, and small hearts. Touch up any spots with a paintbrush.
I'm not the only one who likes our new blanket....
When I walked by several hours later, this is what I found! (heart=melted) ♥ Hope you have a lovely day! Elsie
Thats beautiful! what a sweet idea.
Zoe
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Posted by: Zoe | May 12, 2012 at 11:18 AM
so cute!
Posted by: lindsay ann hinkle | May 12, 2012 at 11:21 AM
I like this DIY. It's simple and easy :)
Posted by: Kathleen Rhea Galeos | May 12, 2012 at 11:26 AM
LOVE that blanket. LOVE that puppy. LOVE that aqua chair!!! :) Thanks for sharing!
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Posted by: Kate | May 12, 2012 at 11:33 AM
love the tutorial, and my goodness that pup is so stinkin' cute!
Posted by: april | May 12, 2012 at 11:37 AM
So will the paint come off when you wash it?
Posted by: Sandi | May 12, 2012 at 11:46 AM
Nice! Great DIY!!!
Lili
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Posted by: Lili | May 12, 2012 at 11:47 AM
what a beautiful idea, and your dog looks so cozy.
Posted by: claire | May 12, 2012 at 12:09 PM
that is so sweet!
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Posted by: Mrs. Baker | May 12, 2012 at 12:15 PM
Cute and simple - a nice DIY
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Posted by: Katharina | May 12, 2012 at 12:19 PM
simple yet awesome! Thanks Elsie! I wanna try this tomorrow :D
Rima
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Posted by: Rima | May 12, 2012 at 12:39 PM
I love when my dog figures things out herself! so cute
Posted by: em | May 12, 2012 at 12:45 PM
So cute! I think I'll try a dark throw blanket with gold triangles to match my decor :)
Posted by: Kate K | May 12, 2012 at 12:55 PM
Q: So will the paint come off when you wash it?
A: Martha Stewart craft paint can be used on all surfaces, including fabric. I haven't tested whether handwashing or machine washing works better, but this blanket is something I would probably hand wash anyway! XO!
Posted by: elsie | May 12, 2012 at 01:05 PM
awwww such a cute dog and the blunket is just perfect for him!
Posted by: nitsan | May 12, 2012 at 01:20 PM
Such a cute blanket (and so simple) and such a cute little doggie too!!
Sarah
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Posted by: Sarah | May 12, 2012 at 01:29 PM
I love the color of your couch! And I love that your puppy found that cute blanket...ha!
-Ashley
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Posted by: ashley baker | May 12, 2012 at 02:26 PM
So cute! I love this blanket. I have 3 special blankets, 1 was made when I was a child, 1 was made out of my mum's clothes after she passed away, and 1 was made out of our wedding fabrics for our bed as a wedding gift! They are all so special to me in different ways! Handmade blankets rock!
Love
amy
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Posted by: amy | May 12, 2012 at 02:43 PM
♥♥♥
Posted by: fräuleinwunder | May 12, 2012 at 03:07 PM
SUCH a gorgeous DIY, so sweet! And your puppy is absolutely adorable!
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Posted by: Kate | May 12, 2012 at 03:28 PM