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December 8, 2010 By Gail Wilson 16 Comments

Scotch Blue Painter’s Tape w/ Edge-Lock Protector

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I was positively giddy when I received this painter’s kit! Look at all of these wonderful goodies.

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Check it out!

  1. Three rolls of Scotch Blue with Edge Lock Protector
  2. Two rollers, one large and one small
  3. Paint tray
  4. Paint brush
  5. Book BHG Decorative Paint Techniques & Ideas
  6. Sample of Martha Stewart paint

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I dug this old cabinet door out of my stash. I picked it up in the “as is” section at Ikea. It set me back 2 bucks.  I filled the hole where the knob had been.

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  1. Painted with gray primer
  2. Painted it with Mythic  blue paint (not shown)
  3. Taped it so I could paint the inset with a different color.

taped with Scotch Blue Edge Lock
I painted the inset with Mythic gray.

Scotch Blue With Edge Lock
No bleed here!  This Scotch Blue Painter’s Tape with Edge Lock is great tape!

Mythic Paint
I love these two colors together! (same as my floor)

How to Harlequin Pattern
I decided I wanted to do a Harlequin pattern, which is defined as a diamond with the height being twice as much as the width.  Sounds easy, right?  NOT.  I was talking to rose while I was working on this pattern. She was basically supportive but of very little help! To get this shape I made a rectangle approximately 3”x6”. I then drew a line diagonally. I could see that a diamond was in there somewhere. I cut on the lines and taped it back together to make the diamond shape.  Surely there is an easier way.

How To Harlequin Pattern 2
I used the first diamond to make a few more. I am a very visual person. I had to actually lay them out to see if it was going to work. Because these papers were not all exactly alike, this was not going to work.
I googled and found this site.  It was the most helpful.

How To Harlequin pattern 3
I got busy drawing my lines. You can see my erasure marks of the vertical lines.  I drew the horizontal and vertical lines and then the diagonal lines.  After erasing the vertical lines I marked b’s in the diamonds that I wanted to paint blue.  I did use my little paper diamonds to help in this step.

Then I started T A P I N G !

Scotch Blue Harlequin pattern
I really have NO clue if this is the best way to do this pattern. It seems a bit like overkill to me!  BUT, look, you can definitely see my diamonds shaping up.
I did burnish the edges where the diamonds were really well with my finger. I did not press down the entire width of the tape.
Scotch Blue recommends letting paint dry 24 hours before you apply their tape.  I did not do this in ANY of these steps.  Please follow directions when you do these types of projects. In other words, do as I say NOT as I do!

Scotch Blue Harlequin pattern 2
I painted the b’s blue.

Using Scotch Blue Painter's Tape
I carefully removed the tape and waited until the end of the day and taped the other lines off.  The tape did not pull off any of the gray or blue paint that I had already applied. I really like how well the tape stuck and then easily came off.  I’m a “remove the tape while it’s still wet” girl.  Sorry Scotch Blue, I don’t always follow directions.

Pretty Harlequin Pattern
This is how it turned out.
Check back tomorrow (Harlequin/Fleur-de-lis Stenciling) for the next step in this project. (more Scotch Blue Painter’s tape involved).
gail
disclaimer: although Scotch Blue graciously supplied me with this painter’s kit, the opinions I express are 100% mine.  Your results may vary.

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  1. artis1111 says

    December 10, 2010 at 2:26 am

    I did this on a ceiling to get a lattus effect. It was great. I didn’t messure, just eyeballed it. I also did a few big diamonds on a bathroom wall. Kathy

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  2. Dawn says

    December 9, 2010 at 12:44 pm

    So glad you posted this – ah, the taping of the harlequin pattern – it must be rocket science, because I have flubbed it several times, making only a funky plaid. Going to mimic your tape picture, and see if I can get it right! 🙂

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  3. Pam says

    December 9, 2010 at 12:30 am

    We just need to call you Ms. Talent! Looks great and I love the colors…..what is it to be?

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  4. Pudel-design says

    December 8, 2010 at 8:47 pm

    Love this color!:)
    Nice job!
    Lovely greetings…

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  5. Cassie @ Primitive & Proper says

    December 8, 2010 at 7:50 pm

    can’t wait to see what you do with it! it would be adorable with a baby’s name on it in a nursery. but i know you won’t be doing that. 😉
    and yes, how did you get that kit???

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  6. Cassie @ Primitive & Proper says

    December 8, 2010 at 7:50 pm

    can’t wait to see what you do with it! it would be adorable with a baby’s name on it in a nursery. but i know you won’t be doing that. 😉
    and yes, how did you get that kit???

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  7. Cindy @ LeChaiseParfait says

    December 8, 2010 at 7:47 pm

    I can’t wait to see what this is going to be. You are too clever Gail.

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  8. TruWhim says

    December 8, 2010 at 2:45 pm

    This is beautiful. I use diamond shapes often so this tape is a must have for me. I love how it turned out especially since I am as impatient as you are. TEE HEE!! I love checking in with your blog to see what trouble you are getting into.

    Michelle

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  9. Rose @ Confessions of a Curbshopaholic says

    December 8, 2010 at 10:35 am

    Hey, no fair! I was working on an intricate spreadsheet when we were talking and couldn’t give you my full attention. Not that I had a clue anyway how to make a harlequin pattern….looks like you didn’t need my help anyway. 😉
    Glad you got it figured out and can’t wait to see the end result.
    I’ll be more help next time, promise!

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  10. My Cottage Charm says

    December 8, 2010 at 8:25 am

    Very cool so far my friend! Love the kit..you’re a very blessed lady! (and I know you work hard putting your name in for the giveaways, but it sure pays off! lol) Can’t wait to see what you’re making…haven’t figured that part out yet. 🙂
    Hugs
    missy

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  11. Anita @ GoingALittleCoastal says

    December 8, 2010 at 5:15 am

    Look at those clean edges! Can’t wait to see what else you’ll do with it. Looks great so far.

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  12. Heidi@TheCraftMonkey says

    December 8, 2010 at 4:00 am

    Ooooh, that harlequin pattern {& colors} are so pretty. I can’t wait to see what you did with to finish it off!

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  13. Stephanie says

    December 8, 2010 at 3:57 am

    There is nothing better than first hand testimonials. I am going to have to get some of that! Can’t believe all the goodies you got, one lucky gal.

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  14. Barbara says

    December 8, 2010 at 3:56 am

    Lucky you! How did you get that kit? Man, I do so much DIY, if the companies only knew!!!

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  15. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    December 8, 2010 at 3:50 am

    I love the way this turned out! I am very visual too.Thanks for the great tips. I definitely want to try this!

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  16. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    December 8, 2010 at 3:50 am

    I love the way this turned out! I am very visual too.Thanks for the great tips. I definitely want to try this!

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