Make Hand Painted Floor Cloth

Aug 1 2016 explore sabrina spencer s board painted floor cloths followed by 246 people on pinterest.

Make hand painted floor cloth.

Painted floorcloths hold up to substantial use. I am hoping to make many more. What a simple stunning alternative to a pricier outdoor rug. And fell in love with them.

Hand painted floor cloths are a great alternative to area rugs. Not only are they economical and simple to make they re also a perfect combination of beauty and practicality. Canvas paints and sealants backed with recycled felt non skid backing and crafted into a colorful floor mat. I have made a few of my own and really enjoyed working on them.

My designs are unique whimsical and joyful. I like the folk colonial designs the most but they can be made in any design that is desired. Distinctive hand painted canvas floor cloths. Vintage vinyl floor cloths by spicher company are a great reasonably priced alternative to traditional cottage rugs for family rooms kitchens baths offices and high traffic areas.

The trick for painting a floor cloth is to make sure that the edges of the tape and labels are well adhered to the canvas. See more ideas about floor cloth painted floor cloths painted floor. They are very durable and have an easy to clean non slip vinyl surface. The one drawback to these hand painted cloths is that they tend to be quite expensive you could easily pay 1000 2000 for a cloth to cover your kitchen floor.

Floor cloths originated in france in the 1400s and were introduced to the american colonies in the early 1700s. The flip side to that however is that they are relatively easy to make yourself. Nov 17 2016 i discovered this craft art form when i lived in upstate n y. Ps contributor megan from the homes i have made is here today to show you exactly how it s done.

Hand painted floorcloths are made of simple materials. Make a striking painted canvas floor cloth for your outdoor space with a bit of paint and a drop cloth. See more ideas about floor cloth painted floor cloths painted floor. They can be a strong design element in a room or in contrast just a wonderful accent piece.

Many of my early paintings are still serviceable after 30 years. Originally made from recycled ships sails they were used to cover dirt or wooden floors in early american homes. Painted canvas can be custom designed in any size color or design.