Friday, June 6, 2014

Reversible Outdoor Placemats

Hi Friends,
Are you glad it's Friday?

Yesterday I stenciled a set of 4 place mats for our outdoor patio table.
The table has a top with tiles in a sand color and I added a few extra terra cotta tiles left from our
inside floors to tie the look together as you walk outside.

Last Fall I found this set of four place mats perfect for the season
with a animal print background and sunflowers.
I think I found these at Home Goods.

Sure wish I could have purchased 2 more for when we sit 6 at this table.

Anyway, the  backside was a nice burlap.

So I decided to make them reversible with a design for the season.


I started by measuring and stenciling this design to the center.
 I had this one in my stash for a long time and I liked the flower style design
for the idea I had.

I used acrylic paints to do all the details.
I did not mix the paint with fabric medium this time
because I didn't  need a soft application.


Then to each side I added another design of a flower stem and leaves
using the stencil in reverse for the right placement.


Next I added a terra cotta flower to pull together the color of the tile
on the table and patio floor.
With the blue of the pool this terra cotta color is a great coordinating accent.



So at this point it looks like this below.


It's okay, but doesn't really look finished yet.


So I added a little off white sand color with another flower and added dots.
Dots can always make a design look complete.


After all were dry, the 4 place mats look like this on the table.


 Love the look with this pillow I found recently at Kohl's.

They were having a half price sale and I loved this pillow and knew the color would be perfect.

Up close you can see the flower is created in a crewel work design which 
gives the pillow a handmade look.

So that's it~
A reversible set of place mats.


Hope you all enjoy a great weekend.
See you soon.

Blessings and Southern DayDreams

Celestina Marie









25 comments:

Sola Scriptura said...

The placemats look so pretty as well as durable. And I just adore that pillow! Have a wonderful weekend!

Anonymous said...

Good Morning, Celeste. I love the placemats and the colors of the pillow are perfect. I hope you enjoy the upcoming weekend.

Jan Hermann said...

Oh Celeste, I love what you did to make the placemats reversible! That pillow you found is beautiful and goes along with all of your colors perfectly. Enjoy your weekend outdoors!

Hugs,
Jan ♥

Liz@ HomeandGardeningWithLiz said...

Very cute idea! They look perfect on your table. Have a wonderful weekend!

LJS said...

Celestina Marie, I was so impressed when I walked out on the patio last night to see your newest creation. I can't wait to have dinner with you and use the new place mats tonight. B.G.

Linda @ Life and Linda said...

What a great idea. You should be called the Stencil queen. Love the pillow too, makes for a lovely addition. xo

Valerie-Jael said...

They are fantastic, what a wonderful idea! The pillow is lovely, too. Hugs, Valerie

Bargain Decorating with Laurie said...

Wow! I'm going to have to look at the backs of my placemats in a different way now. These look so attractive, and you got another set of placemats without spending any money. Love it! laurie

Denise said...

Very nice.

FABBY'S LIVING said...

I am impressed pretty lady...what a lovely job you did, I love them!
The idea is also clever...I'm gonna check out the backs of my placemats, asap!!! Lol!
Have a wonderful weekend.
FABBY

Castles Crowns and Cottages said...

YOU are so, so good. These look like something from a shop! And what a lovely pool! I am really enjoying your creativity here, Celeste! XOXOXO

1CardCreator said...

I spotted that matching pillow right away, what a beautiful set and you are so smart to add the white, it is perfect! ~Diane

Debbie said...

The placemats look perfect with your pillows, and patio set, Celest! The light color added the perfect touch. I enjoyed reading your previous posts also. Looks like you've been busy here. Everything is so pretty for summer entertaining.
Have a wonderful weekend.
Debbie
xo

Debbie Harris said...

Just lovely Celestina! You have such beauty in your talent. It is always so enjoyable to see the creations of others.
Have a beautiful week-end!
Blessings, Debbie

Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions said...

Very pretty and a clever way to get another look with the placemats, Celeste! I like that you've basically got two looks for the price of one. The terracotta color in the flowers goes very well with your table.

farmhouse-story said...

the pillow is perfect for your new placemats, celeste! and the dots do finish the design--i'll have to remember that:)

Mary@mydogsmygardenandmary said...

Love the place mats - you really did a wonderful job on them. I never really looked at the back of them. Now you have 2 sets. Everything coordinates so well with your new flagstone.
Enjoy the pool and patio this weekend.
Mary

cynthia lee designs said...

Love the placemats...they turned out great and I love how they look with that pretty pillow from Kohl's!!
Have a great weekend.
hugs,
Cindy

NanaDiana said...

Look how CUTE they turned out and I love that pillow that pulls the colors out of there, too.! Great job and FUN!

I LOVE your header, Celestina Marie! It is gorgeous! xo Diana

Nancy said...

Celeste, the placemats are perfect! I love Terra Cotta & Blue together. I have been thinking about you, and I was so happy to see your post on Bloglovin. For whatever reason Feedburner I think has bit the dust! Sometimes I will get a Bloggers post but fot the main stream they just don't come through to my email anymore. From what I have read, I am not alone. You know I fell in Love with your Potters Bench so my Hubby built me one! Our Gardens are getting close to being done(I just had to use it before painting it), then I will paint the Bench. Need to catch up with you soon!!
Have a Wonderful Week End My Friend~
Huggs, Nancy

Anonymous said...

Celeste, the placemats are perfect! I love that you have made them reversible. That way you get 8 for the price of 4! Don't we all love bargains like that!

The pillow is beautiful. Great colors for summer.

Happy outdoor entertaining to you.

Love,
Patti

Deborah Montgomery said...

My first visit here. I love what you did with the placemats! they look perfect on your table. I am a new follower :)

Art and Sand said...

I love this idea.

I wonder if I have any burlap hanging around?

Maria Elena said...

Love your placemats! They go so well with the pillos. Beautiful!

Anonymous said...

LOVE it! I spy orange. :)
xoxo's

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Welcome To Rose Garden Market from Celestina Marie Design. It is so nice to meet you. My name is Celestina Marie named after my grandmother and my friends call me Celeste.My creative journey extends over 30 years enjoying the love of painting and redesigning vintage and new treasures. I love to go treasure hunting and the fun of finding great vintage pieces to redesign..