My PAINTED RUG Update: Win or Fail???

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This week I'm giving the long-awaited update of my painted rug adventure. Did it hold up? Did it work?
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[@justRoRo]

For anyone out there wanting to paint fabric or rugs, simply use a CHALK paint (they are clay based) - no fabric softener or additives needed. The natural pigments of chalk paints will DYE the fibers of the rug, not sit ON TOP of the fibers like regular acrylic paints, which causes the cracking and the moment of hell demonstrated here. 😊 If you want to paint fabrics, upholstery, rugs, watch an Annie Sloan video or two where she demonstrates painting materials (or Debis Design Diaries, another inventor of chalk paint who paints rugs and sofas) and do yourself the favor of using a CHALK paint instead of an acrylic paint ❤

[@LaughCryDIY]

Pinning this!!!!!!!!! Very helpful.

[@carolinejane8145]

I’ve used Annie Sloan paints in a few projects. They are fabulous. I didn’t know you could use them on rugs, filing that information for the future.

[@Gwenny_Black]

Exactly. This is what I actually wanna do with my armchair. It is grey and it is not going with my vibe. But I love it, it is so comfortable.

[@Brijeanius]

Baguette's whole vibe is ✨️moment of hell✨️... and I am here for it. 😂

[@LaughCryDIY]

Her vibe is all of us 😂

[@christinefrier7888]

Another careful cutting, lint loving, back breaking, ankle aching , sweat soaking, glue globing, perfect placement makeover. Totally worth it!

[@LaughCryDIY]

Don’t forget Baguette bothering 😂

[@christinefrier7888]

@@LaughCryDIY Touche!

[@rachaelnugent]

That is a nice glass top. mirrored top will somewhat hide the base of the table and glorious Pete. Any mirrored coffee table always makes me think someone in the house has an epic coke habit 🤣

[@LaughCryDIY]

Very true. Baguette does have a C problem she refuses to face. It’s catnip. I’ll be here all week, folks.

[@KarMa-ws3ll]

What a bruttaly honest review of your rug hack 😅sometimes it's just trial and error to get where u want to be :-) by the way, if u want a really spezific and or big sized area rug on a budget, u can always buy carpet and let the seller finish it with a machine (there is serging, binding and fringing). Serging and binding usually isn't that expensive, at least where I live. Myself I dont have any bc I can't be trusted with a liquid - or, let's face it: any food at all 😂

[@LaughCryDIY]

This is a GREAT idea! Never even thought about it.

[@olbird7647]

Goodness me, what a worthy sequel to the rug saga. Hang on in there Peter! As always, my heart swells with joy to witness Lady Baguette's ( 🐈🌟) unwavering support of everything you strive for. Though tbh the swelling could just be too much cheese. And cake. I totally get your vision with the antiqued coffee table glass- it would compliment it's fabulousness.

[@LaughCryDIY]

Happy to report Baguette and Petey are getting on well.

[@cristinasantana6602]

I really like this!! The unbotherdnesss of Baguette, Petes revival and comeback story, your “no peacock left behind” attitude. Just all around perfection

[@LaughCryDIY]

No peacock left behind 😂😂😂

[@shamikab1385]

I was nervous when you unrolled that new rug. Surprisingly, they worked!! Like, does your decorating genius ever end!?

[@LaughCryDIY]

You know we make it through the drama somehow to turn it out in some way.

[@kimeejae]

Way to fight for your dream🦚 I know Peter appreciates it! Baguette is like Love me as I am - which we do🥰 I like the layered rug look. An antiqued mirror top would take the coffee table to the next level ❤

[@LaughCryDIY]

You know she is just on her pouf judging no matter what 😂

[@roxiegs348]

Yes, use a framed oval mirror for your coffee table. That would be awesome. Love Baguette. She cares only when it will benefit her. Typical kitty. Haha.

[@LaughCryDIY]

Of course she does. 😂

[@lindaohnstedt2470]

Yes, 100% yes to the antique mirror top 👍❤️

[@LaughCryDIY]

I’m so tempted, but I know it will hide Pete and some of the coffee table detail. But I am itching for something antiqued mirror. Maybe in an upcoming project.

[@carolinejane8145]

Petey lives to see another day! My sister had pet peacocks, got a soft spot for them, love the rug. ❤

[@LaughCryDIY]

That would be so cool…and loud. But so cool!

[@alisonhicks9298]

If you change to a mirror you won't be able to see Peter! All that work to not see him??NOOOOO!😢 I do think you found the perfect rug to highlight Peter and that gorgeous couch. If you ever decide to give up the couch, I'll take it😜 Baguette was so chill, that cushion/bed must be extra comfy.

[@LaughCryDIY]

You’re right about the mirror. I know you wouldn’t be able to see the coffee table detail either.

[@alicebabler9996]

I love that you named the peacock! I have an Italian chandelier that I named Audrey II because she has vines and flowers creepingall over.😂 I, too, think you should keep the clear glass so you can enjoy the full view of Peter. Another enjoyable "real" video.

[@LaughCryDIY]

I LOVE that!!!!! Long live Audrey II

[@saharshams2497]

Ok I have to say that this looks pretty lux and unique and orig... Something you won't see everywhere which is so delightful...The bottom rug is perfect for this idea and the idea was brilliant Katy!! You are in fact kind of a smart gal who can almost always turn obstacles into opportunities 😄 The antique mirror top is so DOPE 😀 Just do it without an ounce of a doubt!! 💥😊 Oh my Baguette is the ultimate 😂

[@LaughCryDIY]

I’ll have to some sort of Antique glass something. It’s too fun.

[@Jennifer-mq4cb]

You're my favorite DIYer - truthful, adventurous, hilarious, and genius

[@LaughCryDIY]

Aw, thank you. Glad you’re enjoying the wild ride. 😂

[@carmenponcedeleon2693]

Fabulous idea! It turned out so beautifully! Thanks for sharing your epic journey!❤❤❤

[@LaughCryDIY]

It was drama but it all turned out well

[@gabispn13]

Couldn't stop staring at Baguette. What a wonderful princess. 💖💖💖

[@LaughCryDIY]

Our beautiful, uninterested princess 😂

[@Lullalies]

To quote The Big Lebowski: "The rug really ties the room."

[@LaughCryDIY]

😂🙏 thank you so much

[@lisablack9634]

You could DIY a mirror effect on a glass coffee table. Rug is adorbs. Baggett cracks me up

[@LaughCryDIY]

Yes! I totally want to do an antique mirror something on glass!

[@melaniepeters4744]

Glad you were able to save Petey the peacock peacock, ended up looking great. Baguette's attitude is adorable❤

[@LaughCryDIY]

She and Petey are learning to live together.

[@bunnycartoon]

Baguette disassociating at :27 is a whole mood lol

[@LaughCryDIY]

Literally all of us 2020-present 😂😂😂

[@katiesullivan8566]

I love that you never, ever, ever, ever give up until you get what you want.

[@LaughCryDIY]

She’s…determined and delusional 🎵

[@marys4863]

Awesome and love you're keeping it real! I too have many moments of he'll. 😅 You always turn it around and I love that you don't try to make it look like you done it in a day. The peacock is beautiful and so is baguette!

[@LaughCryDIY]

Takes so much time. Months to find a rug! But it’s ok. Slow design is worth the wait.

[@GardenerPhyl]

Love it! You’re so good at turning oooops into wowza’s. Baguette is the cat we all need.

[@LaughCryDIY]

😂 Doing my best to turn things around.

[@ericaeschenbacher4921]

The rug struggles are real! Can relate. Petey looks fabulous, maybe smoked / rose tinted glass instead of mirror?

[@LaughCryDIY]

Ooh love that idea

[@Julierue]

Awesome life lesson here, Katy! Delighted to see Pete in this new incarnation! Kthnxbai!! 💖🌈🦚🦚🦚

[@LaughCryDIY]

He’s holding up well too!

[@DessislavaM]

Thanks you for bringing me here :D I am: 1. Interested in layering rugs now 2. thanking my lucky stars I decided to paint my rug with chalk paint while waiting for your reply, ahhaha. It is currently drying. Pray for me. This channel rocks, I'm joining the chaos.

[@LaughCryDIY]

Agh! I think that’ll be our better option for sure. Thanks for watching and joining the JOURNEY.

[@heathersmith8549]

Looks great. The new rug matches the pink sofa so well. And Petey, still awesome

[@LaughCryDIY]

Petey for president

[@meercatt]

Looks really good with that more traditional rug. I would not have thought that…😮❤😊

[@LaughCryDIY]

I tried SO many mix and matches in photoshop.

[@thediystruggle]

I'm so sorry about your beautiful rug, but I could listen to you talk all day...I love when you tell stories!!!

[@LaughCryDIY]

Aw, thank you. Will do more story times!!!!

[@kathrynparker9790]

The DIY journey I always go on with you : " Oh that'll be cute" "Omg what is she doing lol it's gonna be crap" "Oh cute !!!" Seriously it looks fab !! Great idea , I would have wanted to keep the bird too. I have fun and laugh and love cats so please keep it up ❤😂

[@LaughCryDIY]

😂 this is my exact inner monologue.

[@kathrynparker9790]

@@LaughCryDIY 😂❤

[@yiannay]

Baguette be like: "Do what you wanna do with that Peter thing of yours just don't bring me into it" 😂😂😂😂😂 The and result is lovely. I would keep the glass so that Pete could be seen ❤😊

[@LaughCryDIY]

Absolutely. Happy to report she and Peter are getting along.

[@setodd2098]

Love your vulnerability! We all got to learn from this experience 😂😂😂 Seriously I'm taking notes.

[@LaughCryDIY]

Gotta keep it honest!

[@mindyschaper]

Nice update! Looks great.

[@LaughCryDIY]

It was such a journey

[@dianadiehl]

Thanks for the update. I'm about to paint a rug that came in a different color combo than expected. This was very helpful.

[@LaughCryDIY]

Happy to share. Btw, everyone is saying to use Debi’s diy paints instead (and to check her tutorials). diypaint.co

[@dianadiehl]

@@LaughCryDIY I've been noticing those comments. Unfortunately, I am in Mexico and I think her paints may not be available to me here. I'm researching chalk paint on Amazon Mexico.

[@heatherbernstein8569]

Definitely do an antique mirrored top on the coffee table!

[@LaughCryDIY]

🙌🙌🙌

[@FoREVerOddorable]

I just found your channel and already fell in love with your upcycled peacock umbrella holder/plant stand. It ended up working so good. I love peacocks they are like my spirit animal 😍

[@LaughCryDIY]

Aw, yay! They are the best!!!! Welcome to the channel.

[@amberkelly3187]

I had a cotton rug and just used acrylic paint watered down and it worked fine. I’ve washed it and folded it repeatedly and it’s still good. It stayed soft. I also used a remnant of carpet hand sewed some woven cotton binding ribbon in a matching colour around the edge to prevent fraying and spray painted a pattern. Then lay it on a non slip mat pad ( because carpet has that foamy backing that will stick to stuff) and again it worked.

[@LaughCryDIY]

So happy to hear it worked for you! I think it’s a great hack/idea.

[@juliemayfield1282]

I always enjoy your colorful, thifted, DIY style ❤

[@LaughCryDIY]

Thank you! 😊

[@leslieschmitt7749]

Great save … I like the new look!!❤

[@LaughCryDIY]

Petey for president

[@limeylena]

Love the antique mirror in theory, but wonder if it would rather Block That Shot/deprive Petey of his rightful sightline

[@LaughCryDIY]

Yeah, I think that’s true 😞

[@CeeLeeLEMT]

The rugs look gorgeous together! Antique mirror top for the coffee table sounds fabulous, altho it may block the peacock a bit so perhaps move the table closer to the tail?

[@LaughCryDIY]

Yeah, I think it will block it too much 😞

[@whatselledone]

You absolutely killed this look.

[@whatselledone]

Also heck yes to the mirrored top

[@LaughCryDIY]

Thank you! I was scared but we made it work for now.

[@jonathancerda-rowell1697]

Dang she cannot let this peacock go. 😂

[@LaughCryDIY]

Hahahahhahahhahahahahhahah.

[@fbz2415]

I am happy you saved Petey, I cut a rug once and put white glue all around, it is a little rectangule, tje glue didn't work, so I put masking tape all around under the rug, it has worked much better

[@LaughCryDIY]

Ah! Good to know! If he starts to fray, that’ll be a good hack.

[@Misskittenfish71]

Love Petey; Also I found, on Amazon, mirror spray paint. I'm going to spray it on some glass doors I have and sponge it to give it an antique look. Might be something to consider on your table. Would love to see you try this mirroring effect in a video.

[@LaughCryDIY]

Yes! I have been totally wanting to try this technique in something! I think I might have one in mind…

[@marcelleblakerartistmaker1095]

I’m glad you salvaged the peacock. I would have too. I’m a little concerned about Petey’s head though. Might you use some carpet tape to secure his head in place so that you or guests don’t accidentally kick it around?

[@LaughCryDIY]

Good idea!!!

[@UntetheredBanshee]

I don't think the mirror would cover too much of petey. I do agree with another commenter that said it invokes coke party vibes, but yknow, so what if its a multifunction piece? I dont love the greeny teal glass w the brass either. The base looks older than the top, agree antiqued would be pretty. Might be a fun DIY!

[@LaughCryDIY]

I definitely think I’m gonna do some sort of project with antique glass. I just love it too much. And I gotta search for a new top somewhere. The hunt continues.

[@dbproductreviews6319]

Wow so cool! Great video! Just subscribed.

[@LaughCryDIY]

Thanks and welcome 🙏

[@CAM-fq8lv]

I have been missing your videos. I am subscribed but YT never puts you in the feed or whatever that is called. Anyway, just went directly to your channel. Binge watching and havin' a hoot. Thanks!

[@LaughCryDIY]

Aw, glad you’re back! If you hit the bell, you’ll get notified when new vids going up!

[@efigina]

Love the video!!!

[@LaughCryDIY]

Thank you for watching!

[@janicegarrido9777]

Love the creativity

[@LaughCryDIY]

💙

[@witchburr976]

Yes mirror top!!

[@LaughCryDIY]

❤️

[@TeresaSlivinski]

I can’t tell if Baguette likes it, but I love it!

[@LaughCryDIY]

😂 when she loves something or hates it, she still has the same expression.

[@TeresaSlivinski]

@@LaughCryDIY I love it! 😂My cat is the same way!

[@meghanmengel437]

You are my kind of people lol thank you for your bravery!!!

[@LaughCryDIY]

It was a journey. But I have to be live my truth.

[@shonasutley4420]

“Maybe it just needs to heal”. 😆

[@LaughCryDIY]

I mean….

[@jackieclark817]

Luv luv luv this! We live and we learn, right Baguette? ❤️😊

[@LaughCryDIY]

We live. We learn. We nap.

[@letsgetreal3076]

I watched you paint this rug at the time and wondered how it would go, so great to hear the update. Did you consider chopping off Peter's floppy little head when you cut him out? 😂 I would have been tempted to just end up with a peacock patterned rug. Sorry Peter!

[@LaughCryDIY]

😂 I will say, for all the money I’ve spent on therapy, rage cutting your rug is oddly satisfying.

[@UntetheredBanshee]

I love the rugs together. Did you consider cutting out his tail feathers?

[@LaughCryDIY]

I did. But I wasn’t sure how bad fraying would be, so I thought I might as well keep a portion of the rug intact. In a dream world, he would be perfectly shaped and gorgeous. But I’ll take him as he is now.

[@michaelbeck4236]

OHMUHGAWD. Katy! ❤ wow, this turned out far better than I could’ve imagined! Though I seriously loved the way Peter popped against that amazing yellow sunset you painted, I’m surprised by and I adore how well Peter complements the rug pattern you’ve chosen. Like… seriously so good.

[@LaughCryDIY]

The sunset was totally pretty. Alas, she was not meant to be 😭

[@michaelbeck4236]

@@LaughCryDIY yeah, when the video cut to the rug after hanging on the laundry line, my heart cracked right down the middle just like the rug did.😿

[@lesmomo3935]

🏆Love that rug 😍I like the antique mirrored top idea. But you would block that part of Petey. Hmmmm 🤔

[@LaughCryDIY]

I know. I think I ultimately won’t bc we do love Petey too much.

[@countessa222]

On a higher pile rug, I wonder if using thick bleach as “paint” would work better than fabric paint? Or, if the rug is wool or natural fiber, you could even use hair dye!! 😯 Ohhh I am feeling inspired 😁… I HATE my current living room carpet with a passion and I want to tear it out! Buuuut🤔😏 what if I cut out a section and diy my dream carpet!🤩 I might just have to try it!! Idk how yet as I’m fairly certain it’s made of synthetic fiber, I’m gonna have to do my research on dyes and see what will work 😊!

[@efrag24]

Haha I wouldn't paint a rug because I don't have time for that. I want to be able to take my rug and throw it in the washer or shampoo over it with my machine without a worrying if all ny work is going to be ruined. But that's just me. But the low pile rug with spray paint looks cool. Also as for your comment I think changing the top to the antique mirrored top would look very nice. The warmer brassy tones it gives off would go nice with the colors you have going on and give it an elevated look in my opinion 😉

[@cecilianagy3562]

Not to be dramatic or anything but I would die for Baguette.

[@LaughCryDIY]

😂 And the sad thing is her expression wouldn’t change.

[@UntetheredBanshee]

Also, just finally remembered to watch your stand-up! (ADHD) You are the funniest mf. Love it, love your vibe, so glad you are doing this bc you are unique amongst KZbin DIYers! Some are funny, but not adult funny. Not to this extent. So necessary don't ever change 😂

[@LaughCryDIY]

Aw, thank you so much. Now I want to put ADULT FUNNY on merch 😂😂😂

[@RandomJayne]

I don't normally care for glass tabletops but in this case I'd say keep it so you can see the peacock through it.

[@LaughCryDIY]

I agree

[@Randis-vv5hg]

Totally weird and I adore it

[@LaughCryDIY]

It’s the brand, baby.

[@tngirlz4622]

Antiqued mirror top sounds cool, but, as you say, it will hide Peter🦚. Could you do an antique mirror tray and put it on part of the coffee table? Say less then half, and on the window side, so Pete still gets to shine? And Baguette doesn’t have to talk to us, many of your viewers are probably also cat slaves who completely understand the ‘I do not speak unless you have displeased me’ thing. Awesome rug hack - sorry your first attempt was disappointing!

[@LaughCryDIY]

This is a great idea. I am definitely itching to do some antique mirror hack in some project.

[@greggodo7272]

you should have taken bleach and taken the color out then used Ritz dye for all the colors The colors come out strong and durable . I am an artist and I just did the same thing just with graphics. Love you work God bless

[@LaughCryDIY]

Ooh, didn’t even think about that.

[@NaturallyGifted77]

Or make your own rug

[@duikmans]

You should start a crowdfunding campaign for a custom-made NSYNC carpet...

[@LaughCryDIY]

😂 omg yea

[@KarenRandall54]

Nooooo! You can’t cover up Petey with a mirror!!!❤

[@LaughCryDIY]

I know. You’re totally right.

[@annaryan4803]

A mirror top will hide the peacock.

[@LaughCryDIY]

Very true. I shall not do it.

[@NaturallyGifted77]

Have someone make you one

[@LaughCryDIY]

I was thinking about that!

[@fromhumblebeginnings7798]

My advice to you is to try DIY paints for painting any type of fabric or rug. They become like dyes for the textile and are absorbed into the fibers so there isn't the ability to crack from sitting on top of the fibers. www.youtube.com/@DebisDesignDiary has tutorials on how to paint fabric etc. The clay-based paint is highly pigmented and therefore the colors remain vivid. No extra supplies needed life fabric softener etc. Just water and DIY paint. ENJOY!!

[@LaughCryDIY]

I definitely can’t wait to try this hack!

[@rocqueljohnson9130]

I like what you’ve done but it looks too small for the area.

[@LaughCryDIY]

I hear ya. A few reasons for that. But a big one is that the cat plays a little sliding-treats-across the-floor game to get her energy out in a very specific way and a larger rug would interfere with her runway 😂

[@rocqueljohnson9130]

@@LaughCryDIY makes total sense. Got to keep the babies happy.

[@kissingthedirt]

Put it on the wall

[@LaughCryDIY]

Ooh so fun!

[@jackiegillyard758]

Your cat is so unbothered by you

[@LaughCryDIY]

Uninterested in everyone and everything 😂

[@maryjones7851]

Katie hang the peacock on the wall

[@LaughCryDIY]

Never thought of it!

[@L0U1SE]

Baguette’s tail indicates mild irritation

[@LaughCryDIY]

Uh oh!!!!