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March 4, 2013 56 Comments

DIY Stenciled Arrow Pillow

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Today, I want to talk about trends. Well actually, one trend, arrows. I’m seeing them everywhere in home decor and I’m loving it. Recently, Beth from Home Stories A to Z shared a wonderful round up of Arrows in Home Decor and I was completely inspired to begin a project showcasing arrows. Say hello to my DIY Stenciled Arrow Pillow

DIY Stenciled Arrow Pillow

I’m currently updating my living room and I’ve introduced some coral (LOVE) and I wanted to incorporate arrows into my living room update as well. And you know I love a good DIY project! So…I ended up creating this DIY stenciled arrow pillow as a throw pillow for our sofa, and I am in love.

DIY Stenciled Arrow Pillow

For my pillow, I already had an 18×18 in. pillow form so I wanted to make my pillow that size. For this size of pillow I created a stencil approximately 11.5×11.5 in, using my Silhouette Cameo. The arrow designs were purchased in the Silhouette web store. I printed the stencil on freezer paper. Freezer paper is an awesome tool for making stencils. Jessica at Mom 4 Real recently shared an awesome tutorial on creating and using a freezer paper stencil. Definitely check it out if you haven’t used freezer paper before, you’ll love it.

DIY Stenciled Arrow Pillow

As I mentioned, I choose to make my pillow 18×18 in. To do so, I cut two pieces of drop cloth canvas material, the same size, 18x18in. I like my pillows to be a little poofy so I leave little room in there.

DIY Stenciled Arrow Pillow

Once my stencil was firmly in place, I started painting on my design. I used a one inch foam brush because it’s what I had on hand. They do make stencil brushes that work great as well. To paint on the design, I lightly sponged paint into the stenciled area until it was completely filled. I did this with all four arrows.

DIY Stenciled Arrow Pillow

Once the paint had dried I peeled off the freezer paper and it was ready to be sewn up! Sewing instructions for this pillow are identical to another pillow I made for Christmas so I’ll direct you to that tutorial for sewing, but it’s simply, pin all four sides, right sides together. Sew all sides leaving a small hole for stuff, and close up with a blind stitch.

DIY Stenciled Arrow Pillow

I’m so pleased with the result and feel so trendy.

DIY Stenciled Arrow Pillow

What do you think? Are you loving the DIY Stenciled Arrow Pillow? Or are you loving any other trends? I would love to hear how you are incorporating them into your home decor!

 

I’m sharing this project at some of these parties and The Scoop, Knock Our Socks Off, Coastal Charm, The Shabby Creek Cottage, Inspire Me Please, That DIY Party

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About Chelsea

Chelsea Coulston is the resident decorator, baker, and pillow hoarder around these parts. A wife to an active duty Sailor and mom of two girls, Chelsea's got a knack for decorating even the most challenging spaces (just see her military base house!) She's inspired by cool beach tones and warm natural elements that remind you of a day at the beach. After living in a half dozen rentals, she's enjoyed spending the last few years in a cute ranch style home that she and her husband have almost completely renovated themselves. Chelsea lives in sunny Jacksonville, Florida with her husband and two daughters.

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  1. Jodi says

    March 4, 2013 at 1:31 pm

    Love it.. The coral color just makes me looking for spring even more.

    Reply
  2. Paula Kathlyn says

    March 4, 2013 at 8:09 pm

    This is absolutely adorable!!! Great job…caught my eye immediately 🙂 (visiting from knock our socks off link up!)

    Reply
  3. Jen @ Eat. Sleep. MAKE. says

    March 5, 2013 at 4:56 am

    I love arrows (and freezer paper stenciling!) The Silhouette makes it so much easier, doesn’t it? Your pillow is a great statement piece!

    Reply
  4. Thalita @ The L.O. says

    March 5, 2013 at 6:08 am

    How incredibly adorable!!! I love the pattern and the colour you chose. So darling. I don’t have a Silhouette myself (yet), but I’m sure this can be pulled off with some creative stenciling! Thanks for sharing such a great idea!!

    Reply
  5. Meeha Meeha says

    March 5, 2013 at 6:44 am

    Your accent pillow is great, it looks beautiful on the matching chair and on the contrast dark couch, as well!

    Reply
  6. Tanya says

    March 5, 2013 at 6:56 am

    Chelsea your pillow turned out SO cute!! Loving the arrows and coral too 🙂

    xo, Tanya

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  7. Angelina - JoJo and Eloise says

    March 5, 2013 at 9:52 am

    So Cute, Chelsea!!! I LOVE the color choice for the arrows –>>
    Thanks for also stopping in and linking up!
    xo
    Angelina

    Reply
  8. Sherry says

    March 5, 2013 at 11:12 am

    This is so fresh and fun! I”m loving this coral color. I’ve yet to try the freezer paper stencil method. Turned out wonderful!

    Reply
  9. Kelly @ View Along the Way says

    March 5, 2013 at 1:06 pm

    SUPER cute!! Looks like you picked it up at some pricey but adorable little gift shop. Love it!

    Reply
  10. Debbie says

    March 6, 2013 at 10:55 am

    That’s a great looking pillow Chelsea! I love freezer paper stenciling. I did it many times before I had a Silhouette, and now that I do, it’s so much less expensive than the vinyl for projects like that. Love your choice of color too. The coral is so spring-y. Great job!

    Debbie

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  11. Marni @Haberdashery Fun says

    March 6, 2013 at 2:54 pm

    Hey this is great! Your project is really cute. I love using freezer paper and have been wanting to buy a Silhouette Cameo. You’ve convinced me to get one!

    Reply
  12. Monsterscircus says

    March 6, 2013 at 10:31 pm

    So lovely stencils!!! And love the color, I really admire them, ymmy a feast for the eyes, thank you for sharing and have a great day!

    Reply
  13. Christina @ I Gotta Create! says

    March 7, 2013 at 3:36 am

    I’m loving the arrows lately, too. So I’m pinning this cutie.

    <3 Christina @ I Gotta Create!
    Wildly Original party is open.

    Reply
  14. Kim @ Two Ten Designs says

    March 7, 2013 at 6:37 am

    Oh. I can’t. I have also been noticing the arrows popping up all over, and I LOVE this pillow and the colors. I am definitely pinning & following for more ideas 🙂
    Thanks for sharing!!
    Best-
    Kim @ Two Ten

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  15. Shelly says

    March 7, 2013 at 12:44 pm

    This is a fabulous pillow! I am pinning this so I remember where I found it when I have a chance to make one.
    Thanks for the fabulous idea!

    Reply
  16. Jill @ Create.Craft.Love. says

    March 7, 2013 at 6:44 pm

    Adorable! I’m lovin’ the coral too! I still need to try a drop cloth project…

    Reply
  17. Taryn @ Design, Dining + Diapers says

    March 7, 2013 at 9:17 pm

    I have a slight obsession with drop cloth pillows. This one turned out great! I love the peach color that you used, perfect for some spring decor. 🙂

    Reply
  18. Holly Lefevre says

    March 7, 2013 at 11:00 pm

    I am beyond in love with these pillows

    Reply
  19. Tabitha says

    March 8, 2013 at 5:56 am

    Love this so much! I’ve really wanted to do this with a stencil for a pillow! I love the arrows! Super trendy! Visiting from 36th Ave Link Party!

    Reply
  20. Jennifer says

    March 8, 2013 at 6:18 am

    This is so cute. My daughter would love this.

    Reply
  21. domestic bliss squared says

    March 8, 2013 at 7:51 am

    Love this! It’s gorgeous and so on trend. I may want to try this on a T shirt.

    Reply
  22. Brenda @ChattingOverChocolate.blogspot.com says

    March 8, 2013 at 6:47 pm

    I absolutely adore this your sweet arrow pillow!! Nicely done! ;*)

    Reply
  23. Jessica @ The Junk Nest says

    March 9, 2013 at 7:10 am

    I love this so much! The colors and the stenciling. Perfect!

    Reply
  24. Chelsea says

    March 9, 2013 at 8:22 am

    What a great idea! I’d love for you to check out our Pattern Party! Those with patterns and templates to share are invited to link up!
    http://getyourcraptogether.blogspot.com/search/label/Pattern%20Party

    PS I love your Name!!

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  25. [email protected] says

    March 9, 2013 at 6:34 pm

    I love everything about this pillow…so sweet!

    Reply
  26. Morgaine says

    March 10, 2013 at 3:54 pm

    This is just too cute! (found you via “Happy Hour”)

    Reply
  27. Jenna says

    March 10, 2013 at 5:58 pm

    Love, love, love this! I am SO loving arrows right now and this is great! Pinning!

    Jenna @ http://rainonatinroof.com

    Reply
  28. Rachel says

    March 10, 2013 at 7:56 pm

    I love this idea! So awesome!

    Reply
  29. Linda says

    March 10, 2013 at 8:47 pm

    How beautiful is this? and you show exactly how to make it also. Very cool. I’d love for you to share this at What to do Weekends party also. Following on several platforms. Linda

    http://www.craftsalamode.com/2013/03/what-to-do-weekends-9.html

    Reply
  30. Jennifer @ Dimples and Tangles says

    March 11, 2013 at 5:08 pm

    Ha! Visiting from My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia where I linked up a pillow I made using a freezer paper stencil, and then looked back through the links and yours caught my eye! LOVE your arrows, and the color! Freezer paper is my new favorite thing!

    Reply
  31. katie says

    March 13, 2013 at 12:02 pm

    I love your stenciled arrow pillows!!! Love using drop cloths!

    Reply
  32. Sarah @ Just The Bee's Knees says

    March 13, 2013 at 12:02 pm

    Love this pillow Chelsea!! I just did a round up of arrows in home decor for a Trendy Tuesday series I write and featured this project! Here’s the link if you want to check it out:)
    ~ Sarah

    http://www.justthebeesknees.com/2013/03/trendy-tuesday-arrows.html#

    Reply
  33. katie goldsworthy says

    March 13, 2013 at 11:26 pm

    Love this pillow! Sharing it on Twitter!

    Reply
  34. Anja says

    March 15, 2013 at 7:16 am

    So cute! Love the colors and the design, and your room looks lovely =)

    Reply
  35. Sarah @ Alderberry Hill says

    March 16, 2013 at 3:51 pm

    Thanks so much for linking to Make the Scene Monday @ Alderberry Hill. You are being featured later tonight!
    I hope you are having a wonderful weekend, and join me tomorrow evening for Make the Scene Monday #66!

    Reply
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    April 9, 2013 at 9:00 pm

    The next time I read a weblog, I hope that it doesnt disappoint me as a lot as this one. I mean, I know it was my option to read, but I truly thought youd have some thing interesting to say. All I hear is a bunch of whining about something that you could fix if you werent too busy searching for attention.

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  37. Kayla says

    August 12, 2013 at 1:59 pm

    This is SUCH a good DIY. I love it!!

    Reply
  38. Cindy says

    December 29, 2020 at 7:59 pm

    Do you think you can make me gold arrow pillow case
    and I will purchase from you ?

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