DIY Stencil Pillows

It is absolutely amazing what pillows can do for a couch. In our case (no pun intended), pillows have blossomed our little, tiny, hand-me-down couch into a cozy, festive spot to hang out!

These fun DIY throw pillows add the perfect amount of TLC! 

The burlap pillow covers are especially awesome for the fall/winter season because they have a fun texture and are easy to add personality by stenciling fun designs and words!

Here is the blank slate I started with. It doesn't look terrible, but this pillow definitely looks a little homely and is missing the finishing touch.

Let's get this stenciling party started!

Materials:

-Pillow cover

-Cardboard

-Stencils

-Acrylic paint

-Sponge brush

Directions:

Step 1) Place cardboard inside pillow cover to provide support to stencil on and prevent bleeding

Step 2) Place stencil on desired position on pillow. Make sure to measure the placement so it is symmetrical and balanced!

Step 3) Holding stencil in place, dab paint onto stencil until completely covered. Remember, dabbing is the key to stenciling--strokes just make it messy!

Step 4) Add embellishment stencils around the word to give it more visual interest

Step 5) Let air dry about 30 minutes and put pillow cover back on. You now have a finished product that looks absolutely fabulous!

Isn't getting crafty the best?