Painted Rug!

I painted my rug!

I finally took the time to paint it, and I'm so glad I did!

On our covered deck outside, we have had this woven rug for years.

It had become so filthy, it was embarrassing!

The rug was rubber matted, so I didn't need to put anything underneath it.
I simply taped off the edges and rolled on a light creamy paint color.
About 2 coats later, the rug looked so much better!

Using black paint, I painted the border of the rug.

I then measured out 5 equal stripes.

To help me keep track, I put X's on the stripes that would stay cream.

Using the same black paint from the border, I

painted 2 big stripes.

And here it is!  Can you believe it?  It looks brand new!

My 'Do Anything' Dad found this old window for me years ago.

I loved the glass shapes and the thick frame. 

I was storing it in the garage and it almost got thrown out!

Right then and there I decided I better do something with it...quickly!

I gave it a bit of sanding and a couple coats of black paint.

AH (Awesome Husband) hung my window right onto the side of the house.

It looks perfect.

So does the rug! 

If I knew it would have looked this good, I would have painted it sooner!

Original inspiration for this project came from The House of Smiths.

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