Thursday, April 25, 2013

Hand Painted Walls

Are you like me and love the look of wallpaper but dread the expense/task of putting it up - and worse- one day having to remove it? Well, I've found some smart and courageous folks who have found a way around the heartache of wallpaper installation and removal. They created their own wallpaper with a little paint and a lot of talent.
Shannon Berry Designs
Exhibit "A".  North Carolina designer Shannon Berry recreated Schumacher's "Birds and Butterflies" with a Sharpie.  And some paint.  Inspired?  The link below the photo will take you to the tutorial. 

Mrs Blandings
Who could resist Patricia Shackleford's interpretation of her favorite Gracie paper in 2011?

Krystin at Lil Luna

I absolutely adore this rendition of Oh Joy!'s Petal Pusher.  

My friend Cris was inspired by the papers of de Gournay when she designed her new dining room.
Cris Angsten Interiors


Gorgeous Shiny Things

And of course, the mother of all hand-painted walls that launched a bizillion blogger "swoons", Danika Herrick's recreation of Schumacher's Chiang Mai Dragon.

I started a little hand-painted wallpaper project of my own but it fell by the wayside about an eighth of way through because of a little "Challenge" I was participating in.  I chose a pattern that I think might be foolproof.

Meredith Heron

I'll let you know when that project is back on track.  

The Green Room Interiors provides Interior Decorating and Design services to happy homeowners in Chattanooga, TN.  If you'd like to experience the joy of living in a well-designed home, contact Kim Lemmon at 423.653.3186 or email thegreenroominteriors@gmail.com

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22 comments:

  1. Tiffany LeighApril 25, 2013 at 4:21 AM

    This would take some serious patience! The result is super gorgeous though, and cost effective! Love all these examples.

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  2. A Flair for Vintage DecorApril 25, 2013 at 4:32 AM

    Oh, can't wait to see!! Unfortunately, I cannot draw at all....but wish I could re-create wallpaper on one of my walls! Take care, Caroline

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  3. UnknownApril 25, 2013 at 5:34 AM

    Love original treatments on walls. Love these images. Have a great weekend Kim.
    xo Nancy
    Powellbrowerhome.com

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  4. UnknownApril 25, 2013 at 5:40 AM

    Every one of these examples is stunning! I have no patience for such projects so I can't wait to see what your "foolproof" adaptation is all about!

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  5. Kerry Steele- Design du MondeApril 25, 2013 at 5:55 AM

    I really want to hand paint a wall or walls in my house. I just need to give up sleep altogether to get it done. Maybe some day.

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  6. AshleyApril 25, 2013 at 6:02 AM

    I'm no where near talented enough to pull this off, but I would invite any of these bloggers to come to my house to hand paint my walls!

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  7. charmaineApril 25, 2013 at 6:06 AM

    A lot of talent and patience involved here. Love it all!

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  8. Elizabeth @ The Little Black DoorApril 25, 2013 at 7:02 AM

    Shannon's has always been a HUGE inspiration to me. But it was a great lesson to me in knowing my limitations. :) I don't have that kind of talent.

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  9. The enchanted homeApril 25, 2013 at 7:08 AM

    I always marvel at anyone who has the talent to do such work...beautiful!

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  10. Patty Day @Pattys EpiphaniesApril 25, 2013 at 7:36 AM

    OH to be able to "Draw"!!!!
    The PERFECT solution to the wallpaper saga!

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  11. mom23April 25, 2013 at 8:51 AM

    Love the one you're working on!!

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  12. Linda {Calling it Home}April 25, 2013 at 10:17 AM

    I'm with Elizabeth on this one. I already know I can't do this. It is fantastic to look at!

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  13. Bethany [at] Powell Brower HomeApril 25, 2013 at 12:03 PM

    oh i just love this post! great inspirational pics. i would love to see what YOU are working on :)

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  14. UnknownApril 25, 2013 at 3:20 PM

    Whoo - gorgeous to look at!! I definitely wouldn't have the patience to do it, but it is so lovely.

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  15. Carol@6WilsonBlog.comApril 25, 2013 at 5:55 PM

    Okay, I am seriously so in love with that first bathroom that I can't even breathe. Every.single.element is spectacular. SUCH creativity. I am completely inspired. Thank you!

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  16. FranApril 25, 2013 at 7:11 PM

    Can't wait to see your next project!! Oh, if only I had the talent, patience and time to try something like this!

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  17. KimApril 26, 2013 at 4:42 AM

    Okay ... love the idea and using it in a client's home as we speak!! But I hired someone ... I have no talent in painting!! Love your plan!! xo

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  18. My Interior LifeApril 26, 2013 at 6:28 AM

    Great inspirations. Can't wait to see your project. I'd love to try Les Touches on some vinyl I have. Need to work on that.

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  19. AndreaApril 26, 2013 at 6:33 PM

    Wow, wow, WOW!!! All of these walls are absolutely AMAZING!!! I am so impressed. Goodness, I wish I had some artistic talent, and a little more patience. I am seriously considering using that beautiful blue and white Sherwin Williams Easychange wallpaper that was featured recently in Matchbook. It is exquisite, the price is unbeatable, AND it’s a cinch to remove! http://www.matchbookmag.com/boutique/884-kathy-ireland-grand-estates-collection-easychange-in-pattern-sw8eg5382

    XOXO,
    The Glam Pad

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  20. pam {simple details}April 27, 2013 at 1:56 PM

    Oh, I'm such a fan ~ can't wait to see what you're keeping from us over there, how about a little peek? :)

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  21. shannonApril 30, 2013 at 7:28 PM

    Thanks so much for including my little bathroom, Kim! It's so fun to see other creative wall treatments. Funny...I'm terrified to wallpaper my own walls but have no problem drawing with a Sharpie all over them :)

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  22. Cris AngstenMay 11, 2013 at 10:31 AM

    Thanks for including my dining room! I am so impressed by everyone's art - the Dragons and the bathroom in particular - wow! Very much in love! xoxo-Cris

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