So, I finally have my OWN Silhouette Machine! My first project for it was a stenciled pillow. I just love these Pottery Barn pillows but I will never own one because they are too rich for my blood!
That’s where my Silhouette comes in handy:)
I purchased this pillow at Target for $17.00
I used contact paper to cut this pretty butterfly stencil.
Then, I dry brushed over the stencil using Lamp (Ebony) Black acrylic paint by Americana.
To dry brush, just blot your stencil brush until it has just a bit of paint on it, then brush over the stencil.
After a thin coat of the acrylic paint, I peeled the stencil away.
I followed the same steps to add the middle of the butterfly. I had to cut two separate stencils to get the butterfly the size I wanted.
Done! Easy as that:)
I paired my new pillow with these two ruffled pillows I found at Pier 1 when they were 20% off! I love, love, love my new pillows. They aren’t an exact match to my first loves but they are exactly the look I wanted at a third of the price!
If you want your own Silhouette machine to play with you can enter our giveaway HERE for your chance to win a FREE machine!
We hope you all have a great Easter Sunday! Thanks so much for stopping by:)
Matthew 28:5-7
5 The angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. 6 He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay. 7 Then go quickly and tell his disciples: ‘He has risen from the dead and is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see him.’ Now I have told you.”
That looks amazing!!! Reason 56328656 I need a Sillhouette!
Thank you Maureen:))) I LOVE mine…didn’t think I would love it as much as I do though;)
I’m usually not one to comment however… YOU are sooo lucky to have that machine! I’m a tad bit jel.. in a non hatin’ way!
your pillow is too cute. Happy Easter 
LOL thank you Elizabeth!
I’d love to win this machine!!!! Ash and Whit, yall are so talented….I can’t believe we’ve gone from creating tasty sandwiches at Chick-fil-A to cute home decor!!! I <3 yall!
LOL! Thanks Kim! Click the link up above and leave a comment on the Silhouette Giveaway post!
so cute! i am asking for a silhouette for mothers day – i hope i get one! i have seen so many amazing projects on the blogs i follow -
Thanks so much Marilyn! I hope you get one;)
Hey ladies! I am now following you on twitter! Please put me in the drawing. THANKS!!!
Thanks for the follow Elizabeth! Click on the link above “here” and comment on the Silhouette giveaway post to enter:)))
Cute pillow; those silhouette machines are awesome. I am headed over for the giveaway; I would LOVE to have one!
Happy Easter
Jodi
Thanks so much Jodi! Good luck:)
I just got my silhouette two weeks ago and have not used it because i CANNOT figure it out!! I ma so jealous. I read the instruction videos but it is for the old software, so it is not helpful. I cannot figure out the proper settings for vinyl. URGH. looks great though!!
http://excusemeatthetableandplease.blogspot.com/
I’m sorry Stefanie! Try choosing a thin setting….
You did a great job! I’ve been getting into silk screening with my new Yudu machine. But this machine looks interesting!
Thanks so much Donna! It is soooo fun!
LOVE it!!!
Thanks so much;)
I love how you used this stencil! I’m now following you with Google Connect.
Thank you Doreen! Happy to have you!
This looks lovely! I love how simple and sophisticated it looks in just one color. And it looks so fun with the gorgeous ruffle pillows!
xoxo,
Amy
Thank you Amy! I’m in love with the ruffle pillows:)
CUTE! And thank you for the beautiful Easter passage as well!
Thank you Bethany:)
I love this! I like it even better than the Pottery Barn ones, actually. Man, do I need a Silhouette! I am going to go over to the giveaway now…thanks for sharing your great idea!
Thanks so much Amy:)))
oooh I luv it, I luv the subtle shading, what size did you cut the stencil?
I would luv for you to join our celebration party by adding your project into our linking post.
http://www.passionatelyartistic.com/2011/04/celebrating-your-talent-with-linking.html
Have a great week,
Maggie
http://passionatelyartistic.com
Thanks so much Maggie! I don’t know the exact size but it took up the whole piece of contact paper!
Congratulations, your beautiful pillows made this week’s top hits @singingwithbirds.com. Thanks for sharing such a fabulous idea with us!
Thanks so much:)))
Very Cute pillow. I love pillows in the living room. Im always finding new ones I love
Thank you Angie;) Pillows really can change the look of a room!
Your pillow turned out beautifully! Nice work! I’m off to read about this giveaway you speak of!
Best Wishes and Blessings,
Amanda
I just found your blog and am your newest follower. Thanks for creating such an inspiring blog. I LOVE the pillow!!
Thanks so much Brandy! So happy to have you!
Absolutely love this!!!
Thanks so much Deanna:)
Completely inspired! Can’t wait to try this project.
Found you via Shabby Nest!
Great minds think alike:) A Sillouhette would have been much easier:)… love the pillow!!! If you have a chance… check mine out!
http://ladycrafter14.blogspot.com/2011/03/pier-1-inspired-butterfly-pillows.html
What fun! I love that you were able to stencil the design. Enjoy your pretty pillows!
Thanks so much Chris;)
I lke your pillows. Using just the black gives it that rustic French look that’s in right now. I could also see painting the different sections the different colors if you had that kind of patience. I probably wouldn’t, but I’m usually afraid to paint on fabric since it’s a one shot deal. You were brave to try it, especially on pillows that you bought for this. Love the color of your other pillows too!
I too have been in love with those Pottery Barn pillows. Very cute! What a geat machine!
What a gorgeous pillow. I have a Silhouette that I need to get out and use! I’ve been so busy with my girls I haven’t had a chance to play with it!
Awesome idea on the pillow. I’ve been drooling over those same pillows too. I just purchased a Silhouette and had no reason to take out of the box until today. Thanks so much for the inspiration!
Jan @ thebellacasablog.com
Thanks so much Jan:))) Good luck on yours!