When I first moved into my current residence, my head filled with ideas of how I was going to make this place my own. I had a vision of how I was going to paint and decorate, but like everyone else, time always seems to be slipping through my fingers.
While browsing the homeland of all DIY ideas – Pinterest – I came across a clever project that needed to be put to the test. Although the results give the impression of having been time-consuming, this task proved to be quite the opposite. Now let me show you how I added some ‘Oomph’ to a bathroom with the help of a potato!
The concept behind this DIY is to create a personalised stamp out of a potato to add a pattern on a blank wall. I happened to use this technique for a cabinet in my bathroom but it could also be used to create a statement wall in any room.
Step 1: Find a simple pattern and a potato of matching size.
Step 2: Cut off a layer to create a smooth surface. I made sure to dry the surface with paper towels before working on it.
Step 3: Place your pattern on the surface and tape it down. Use a toothpick or any other sharp instrument to poke the outline onto your working surface. Your paper will get wet and may rip.
Step 4: Use a sharp knife to sculpt around your design. Keep in mind that you do not need to carve in deep.
Step 5: Add paint to your new stamp with the help of a paintbrush. Try it out on a piece of paper before stamping your wall. I recommend putting a very minimal amount of paint to avoid a blotchy look. You can also stamp your design more than once before having to add more paint.
Step 6: Mark your wall with tape to give yourself an idea of where you’ll be stamping.
Step 7: Stamp away!