Fabric and Vinyl Rug Inspired by Pinterest
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I was looking everywhere for a new kitchen rug in bright, vibrant colors that matched my kitchen and I was having no luck. And then I came across this pin on Pinterest and was inspired to make my own rug!! I was so excited to get started because I love a good DIY project.
Diane over at In My Own Style shares an ingenious tutorial on how to make your own rug using fabric and vinyl flooring. I immediately headed to Joann’s and picked out my fabric. Then I went to Lowe’s to get the vinyl remnant, spray adhesive and water based polyurethane.
I loved the fact that I could pick any fabric that I wanted and I could make it myself for a fraction of the cost. How much better can it get?
Diane gives very detailed directions in her tutorial HERE but it really is pretty simple. I put newspaper down and did it all on my dining room table.
- Cut your vinyl remnant to the size you want. Mine measures 3 ft x 4 ft.
- Spray the vinyl with spray adhesive.
- Spread your fabric out over the vinyl and smooth out.
- Apply two coats of polyurethane
- Once that is dry, flip over the vinyl. Spray more adhesive to the edges of the fabric, fold over and smooth the fabric out. Then use duct tape to make sure it sticks to the vinyl.
- Apply two coats of poly to the fabric edges.
- When dry, flip over and apply a few more coats of polyurethane. I did 3 more coats like Diane recommended.
- The only thing I added was a rug gripper to the back so my rug didn’t slide around. I just wanted to make sure it didn’t move around in my kitchen.
I absolutely love my new kitchen rug!! I love the fabric. It is so bright and cheery. I smile every time I walk in the kitchen and look at it. Plus it is so easy to clean. The best part is showing it off to everyone that comes over.
If you need a new kitchen rug, I definitely recommend making your own. I think you will be really happy with your finished product. And I have to add that I don’t know what I would’ve done if I hadn’t found this tutorial on Pinterest! I’d probably still be looking for a rug so thank goodness for Pinterest!!
Um, AMAZING! I would never think to make my own rug – this is so smart and you make it look easy. Thanks for sharing!
This is brilliant! I’ll be looking at fabric with a whole new eye now. I wonder how long it will hold up? I like the idea of making it non-skid.
Awesome! I love the idea of this. The fabric you choose is so colorful LOVE that! I would love it if you would be willing to link up to our new party going on now. Thanks.
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I love your new rug! I recognized the fabric from fabric.com, I spend way too much time looking at fabric online just for fun 🙂 I need a kitchen rug too, but I’m having a hard time finding the perfect size, even if I am going to just paint it or cover it in fabric!! I’m your newest member 🙂 If you have a moment I’d love it if you visited me at AllThatBringsJoy.blogspot.com 🙂
That looks fabulous! I may have to try this!
Thanks for linking up to this week’s Catch a Glimpse party! I will be featuring this tomorrow! 🙂
What a clever idea! I love Pinterest too! Thank you for sharing this one.
This is awesome! I love your fabric too.
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Hi, Kara
I love your fabric and it looks amazing!
Vanessa
I love the bright colors too – store bought rugs are usually so bland!
This is such a great idea. Yours looks great. Thanks for linking to Things I’ve Done Thursday.
Melanie
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Amazing!!! New follower here!!
Donna
This is beautiful!! Can’t believe it!
What an awesome idea!! Thanks for sharing!
Merilee
I love this idea, and the bright colors you chose. WELL DONE
What a terrific idea! I’m going to try this, for sure.
Wow! That is such an awesome project! Love how easy it is to customize by picking the perfect fabric for your room. Featuring your post on my Facebook page today!
Jenn
Oh, brilliant! We have a very small spot for our kitchen table, and a standard-sized rug is 4 inches too long. I’ve been looking for a size that might work for months now – this looks like a great solution to choose my own size!
So if I am reading this right, it should be spill-resistant as well with the polyurethane, right? (My one-year-old has just learned the dog LOVES when she throws the food she doesn’t want to try, LOL!)
Adrianne
http://www.happyhourprojects.com
Love your choice of fabric! Really terrific job! Thanks so much for sharing at Taking A Timeout Thursday!
This is SOOO great! I’m pinning it (and stealing it) to use for my laundry room makeover!
Thanks for the inspiration!
And thanks SO much for linking up at Feature Friday Free-for-All this week!
~Abbie (www.fivedaysfiveways.com)
Love the fabric choice! Very cool!