Holiday Door Mat D.I.Y.

You no longer have to settle for a cheesy reindeer door mat to welcome your holiday guests! With your style in mind and a little bit of paint you can make something that feels much more like home. I chose a simple geometric design that mimicked pine trees and used gold and white to make it more festive.

I found an inexpensive, bristly door mat at a local box store with an unpleasant design that I knew I could cover up. Since my door mat was a dark color I went with a base spray paint color that would easily show on top, metallic gold. You can choose from a variety of colors but keep in mind that a light spray painted base might not cover the darker mat as well. You'll also need a paint brush and acrylic craft paint in your color of choice. I chose warm white to contrast with the metallic gold base. 

One can of spray paint should cover your mat easily but feel free to use two. Be sure to work in a well ventilated area and protect the surface you're working on with cardboard or a drop cloth. Follow manufacturer's instructions on your spray paint can.

After you've allowed for drying time you'll want to paint your second layer with your acrylic paint. I free-handed my triangles and varied the height and width but you could also measure things out for a sharper design. A bristly mat will give you the effect of flocked trees. I used a whole tube of craft paint to fill in my trees. Once you're finished let it dry before putting it to use.

A custom door mat will cheer up your space for the holidays but would also make a great house warming gift for any season. Happy Holidays! xo. Rachel

Comments

[jodi]

oh my gosh, I have been trying to figure out a door mat for our front door for like ever. This is totally what I'm going to do! p.s. i hope you have a fabulous holiday week!

[Alex]

:-)

[Tonya]

Whats a cute idea! And it looks so easy to do :)

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[Meli (Blush + Jelly)]

What a creative idea! Love it! This year I will make a festive door mat to greet our guest for our Holiday party. :)

[Rebecca Kelsey]

So cute! Love this idea!

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Rebecca

[Aime Nagel]

thanks for the idea! I think I'm going to have to do this one!

[Clarity Enhanced Diamonds]

You are so creative. This is such a cool idea!

[rachael adele // for the love of design]

so simple and so creative! i wish i had your brains!

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[Shannon]

Brilliant!

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[sal]

aww

[Julie]

I've seen a couple of these DIY mats lately. I love them!! For some reson I still haven't given it a try, sheer laziness perhaps?? I should get on that....lol

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[Christa aka the BabbyMama]

Super cute! I just did a painted mat thing, too - a stenciled letter T for our family's last name!

[Mandy @ Miss Indie]

Aww this is adorable!

[Loren]

This is very cute. I'm not really religious, but I still enjoy the Holiday Season, so I really like it when people come up with nice non-denominational decorations. I've seen other spray painted mat type projects this is one of my favorites.

[Tori]

Fabulous DIY!! I have a thing for triangles : )

[Angela]

such a cute idea :)

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[Magda]

Really cool idea :) I'll try it!

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[Rebekah]

So great! It looks really simple, but has a really fun visual impact. Thanks for the idea!
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[Laura]

I just love love love the idea!! its so easy!

I adore your DIY!!

[Esther]

Just discovered your blog and will definately be following, I love all things to do with crafts, fashion, food and you have a really lovely blog.

Esther xxox

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