So I'm going to need an extension here my dears.
My rug is, in fact, not complete.
This is the problem with starting a new project the night before it's due.
You run out of time or supplies.
Or in my case, both.
Whooops.
Maybe I can just lose a letter grade and still swing a B because this baby is going to be an A+ when it's done.
Let's just look at my inspiration one more time for good measure.
But fear not, we are so totally on the right track here loves and I promise this fabulosity will be well worth the wait. In fact as you're reading this, I'm counting down the minutes until Hobby Lobby opens back up and my babes get put in their cribs for naptime so I can finish this project up.
Before we get onto my progress shots, how adorable is my budding
designer? She got these from her room and placed them on the rug
herself while I was getting dressed. She clearly thought our new runner needed some pizazz as well.
Basically, I've taped up my rug remnant and begun the process of dyeing it with Rit Dye. I was off to a freakishly slow start using a paint brush but soon replaced it with a sponge brush. Much better. Much more ink was seeping into my runner. But alas, less ink was being left in my bucket.
I think I'm going to buy two more bottles of dye although one should really do it. Just in case.
Can't you just tell isn't going to be insane?
It's dyed so it actually looks amazing in person, very professional if you ask me. And it hasn't changed the texture at all which was very important for me. This is a barefoot zone and I didn't want to feel like we were walking on a painting.
Two more things I learned this week, besides procrastination is not always beneficial to meeting deadlines.
1. Check your bottle, when it says navy, it means it's navy. Not black. Right.
2. When the directions say to dilute with 1 cup of vinegar, they don't mean two. Riiiiiight.
Please be sure to check out the other ladies to see if they were able to finish up on time!
It's going to look great when it's done, Julia! You can do it, you can do it, you can do it!
ReplyDeleteI like the little pop of pink from your wee decorator!
So fun!!! Can't wait to see it finished up!!! How did the tape work? Leave a clean line?
ReplyDeleteSuch a fun idea! xx.
ReplyDeleteMegan
www.forallthingslovelymr.blogspot.com
Your procrastination is def gonna pay off! Can't wait to see it!
ReplyDeleteWOW!! I can't wait to see it finished!
ReplyDeleteVery cute. I love that you used dye. I might have to try that.
ReplyDeleteYou can do it! Can't wait.
ReplyDeleteSuch a cool project!! I can't wait to see your finished project.
ReplyDeleteIt is going to look amazing! If I had participated you know mine would not be done either. Im impressed you attempted it! Bravo oh and love Wells additions.
ReplyDeleteThis is going to be insane for sure!!!!
ReplyDeleteLove how long this runner is and how it is going to look! Good luck with the finale!
ReplyDeletexo Nancy
Powellbrowerhome.com
Holy moly, that's like two rugs! I cant totally picture it, good luck with little helper, too! :)
ReplyDeleteIt's going to look awesome! Will the dye rub off though?
ReplyDeleteI can not wait to see the finished product!! I love your inspiration.
ReplyDeleteXo-L
simplylowcountry.blogspot.com
Dang that's a long hallway. This will be an A+. I would work outside or in the garage. You will hate me forever if your hardwood floors get dye on them. I also love the pink addition your daughter suggested.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see it!
ReplyDeleteIt's going to be ah maze! I can tell already. And I think you should get an extra week cuz that is one long rug girlfriend! :) Can't wait to see it!!
ReplyDeleteLooking GOOD Julia. Go girl. BTW, our Target didn't have the dress. :(
ReplyDeleteI am the queen of procrastination too! Good that you did not rush to finish this, the results are going to be amazing and the dye was a great choice. What a bold, graphic and soft choice!
ReplyDeleteCathy @ Room Rx
It's gonna look gorgeous. Can't wait to see!
ReplyDeleteLooks great so far!!! Can't wait to see the final product!!!
ReplyDeletexo, Emily
bluedogbelle.blogspot.com
Looks great so far!!! Can't wait to see the final product!!!
ReplyDeletexo, Emily
bluedogbelle.blogspot.com
keep at it and like you said, your loving the way it looks, so forge on! Again, you all still deserve the recognition for being brave enough to try this! Good luck and cant wait to see it all done. :-)
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see it all done!
ReplyDeleteit is going to be off the charts insane!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see the finished product! I know it'll be fab. Hang in there sista
ReplyDeleteI know it is going to look fantastic! Can't wait to see it. Your daughter has a great eye already....following in your footsteps! So cute.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see the finished product. I love seeing everyone's rug reveals and finding new blogs to follow - Brandy@ChateauÀGogo
ReplyDeleteIt's going to be awwww-some!!! Good call on the dye. I know my bare tootsies would appreciate it!
ReplyDeleteWell I can totally relate...cause I did not finish my ORC in the end either :) But it is going to be great when you do finish!
ReplyDeleteIt's going to look great when it's done. I can't wait to hear more about using the dye because paint was pretty difficult. Good luck finishing up!
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