Wallpaper seems to be making a come back.  The designs are graphic, bold and modern – a world away from those popular in the 80’s.  However, wallpaper can be expensive.  And, in a few years when you’re ready to change the scenery, it’s a major pain in the #&!# to remove. That’s where stencils come in.  Stencils are much easier to apply and can create just as much impact in a room as wallpaper.  Plus, when its time to redecorate, you simply paint over the design and move on.  Simple. 

If stenciled walls evoke images of tacky bathrooms and kitchen borders – think again! Stencils are hot right now.  Lots of people are using them to update their living spaces. I’ve noticed a number of stencilled decor projects popping up all over blogland, so I’d thought I’d share some of the eye candy.

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Do you have a favorite? I love them all, but could see using the muted tone-on-tone stencil in the first image in our master bedroom. Could you see using one of these designs in a room in your house?