Learn how to paint a coir doormat to add color, personality and a homemade touch to your entryway.
Remember when I introduced you to LZ from the Summery Umbrella and told you what a great source she is for original hand lettered SVG files and prints? Well, today you’ll find me over on The Summery Umbrella sharing my first monthly DIY project.
Learn how to paint a coir doormat!
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For this month, I used The Summery Umbrella’s “Wipe Your Paws” print, uploaded it to Cricut Design Space, cut out a stencil with my Cricut Explore and painted on the coir doormat. In today’s tutorial you’ll also find:
- Step-by-step instructions with lots of photos on how to upload and edit an SVG file in Cricut Design Space.
- Step-by-step instructions with lots of photos on how to paint on a coir mat using a vinyl adhesive stencil.
- A list of recommended supplies.
- A list of other design ideas for painting on a coir doormat.
Not familiar with a coir doormat? I bought mine at Home Depot for under $10.
I have to tell you, I was a little intimidated to try my hand at painting this mat. I just knew the stencil would bleed something awful, but it didn’t. You’ll have to hop over to The Summery Umbrella to read all about it! Be sure to scroll down to the bottom of the post to read my tips, too!
By the way, this is our German Shepherd Dog Zoey in the photograph. She was a reluctant model, but still adorable, don’t you think? Don’t be fooled by her demeanor though, she is the mighty huntress. She is ever vigilant and always on duty. She can be quite the sweety, too; unless, of course, you happen to be our mail carrier. We have the world’s nicest young man for a mail carrier and Zoey absolutely does not like him. But, that’s a story for another day.
So, what design will you use for your custom coir doormat? If you do make one, I’d love to hear about it or see pictures. Feel free to leave a comment below or share on Facebook via A Handmade Home’s Group Page.
Til next time…
