Drop Cloth Area Rug

Today i ll share how to make a west elm inspired rug that won t break the bank or take a lot of time.

Drop cloth area rug.

While the drop cloth is running you ll want to prep your workspace. Ci carla wiking canvas drop cloth painted patio rug draw stencil step1 h create stencil if you would like to make our moroccan inspired design you will need to start with six circles measuring 5 diameter. For this method you need to get a drop cloth that is double the size you want it to be width wise. Adding an area rug to a space is the perfect way to add warmth and character to your home but they can be pricey.

I ll be folding the extra length under to create a double layer around the edges but you can use a smaller drop cloth too. This will prevent any shrinkage in future washes which will protect your design. That way you can fold it down the middle resulting in a thicker rug. Both were scotch blue painters tapes.

If you re looking for an inexpensive non committal solution try making a drop cloth version. My drop cloth is 12 x 15 for an 8 x 10 rug. With basic crafting skills and a. Wow this is by far the best looking drop cloth rug i ve seen.

Mar 8 2019 explore linda sue west s board drop cloth rug on pinterest. See more ideas about drop cloth drop cloth projects drop cloth rug. The size i used was a 6 9 feet i folded it in half so it is now 6 4 5 feet. If you re looking to make a larger area rug they also have a 9 x 12 cloth for only 18 47.

If you ever plan on washing your drop cloth be sure to prewash it before you paint it. A drop cloth rug painted with bright colors is a good addition to a child s bedroom or playroom. It may seem. I made one last year in chevron but i didn t paint the entire surface or use sealer because i was worried it would feel too stiff under foot.

1 lined canvas drop cloth in the size of your choice 5x5 drop cloth via amazon or grab at your local home depot painters tape i used two different sizes of painters tape to add variety to my rug stripes though you only really need one. Materials needed to make a rug. 1 measure the area to be covered with a tape measure to determine the size of drop cloth needed. I was wondering does the texture of the cloth feel stiff since you painted sealed the entire surface.

They have a few different sizes available but since the rugs i wanted to make are more like runners the 4 foot wide drop cloth was perfect.