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{Crafty Cassie} Monogramming the Pelmet

March 24, 2011

So yesterday we made the pelmet for Babygirl’s window. Today we’re going to pimp it out with a monogram!! Oh yeah! (Some of you savvy readers noticed the monogram in my sketch yesterday. Nice eye!) If you recall, the original plan was to put a monogram on the headboard:

But once the mattresses, bedding and no-sew throw pillows were in place, it was obvious a monogram would be lost on the headboard.

I was determined to find a place for her monogram in the room, and was thrilled when my clever mom suggested I put one on her window pelmet!! Then the search for how to actually do it began! Just when I thought I’d have to have the fabric embroidered, I found the fabulous Shannon Berrey’s tutorial on how she created these amazing lampshades!

Shannon Berrey 
(I die for this room!!)

The talented Kristin provided further inspiration with her version of monogrammed pillows!

kfd designs 

First step is to create your monogram on paper. I was fortunate that Etsy seller, Gift Chick, had provided me with a monogram proof (for the original headboard decal). So all I had to do was choose one and enlarge it on the copier.

You could also create one on the computer, by hand-sketch, or those nifty Silhouette machines so many of you brats seem to have! I tried multiple sizes before settling on one with the best proportion to the pelmet.

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Determine which side of the felt you want to show, then turn it face down. Please your paper letters face down on the backside of your felt. I used a little glue stick to help hold them in place while I traced.

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I traced the backside of the letters so I wouldn’t have to worry about marks showing.

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If you use really good fabric scissors, then you’ll get a clean cut in the felt. Those ratty kitchen scissors you use to open boxes and cut flower stems will only shred the felt. Flip your letters over and clean up any weird cuts and angles, and make sure everything aligns the way you want.

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Find the center of the pelmet and place the middle letter there with a light layer of fabric glue. Position the other two letters the same way.

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I love the perfect amount of texture and dimension the felt adds. It definitely doesn’t look “crafty”.

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In fact, I think it looks even more professional than embroidery! (toot toot)

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We gave the pelmet a few days for the glue to dry, and to be sure the L-brackets weren’t going anywhere. I’m thrilled to announce it is installed and so-far-so-good! 
A stomach bug struck my son the other night (why is it always in the middle of the night?!?!), so I haven’t been able to get decent pictures yet (very limited good light in Babygirl’s Room since the single window faces west). And I’m just a big, fat tease…so you’ll have to wait to see the full window. Muahahahahaha. Hopefully tomorrow.
Do you love this monogram method? Is your mind spinning with all the things you could brand?! Do tell!
Update: See the final window with pelmet in place here!

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  1. Elsa says: March 24, 2011 at 12:07 pm

    Maybe it's a southern thing, but I'm addicted to monograming everything and anything. My husband prays I don't ever win a Silhouette because I may just go on a monograming spree around the house. I really love everything you've done in this room & your crafty ideas! Can't wait to see the window tomorrow.

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  2. Rachie @ A Chi Chi Affair says: March 24, 2011 at 12:17 pm

    Nope i'm english and i also love a monogram!! Looks so cool – cant wait to see the final reveal too xx

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  3. Janell @ Isabella and Max says: March 24, 2011 at 12:18 pm

    Love it! I like it here and not on the headboard…I need to try this! Janell

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  4. Rene says: March 24, 2011 at 12:38 pm

    Your monogram turned out great Cassie!

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  5. maya scape says: March 24, 2011 at 1:00 pm

    I just did a bunch of felt "appliques" on kids costumes… Using spray adhesive works GREAT! No bumps or bubbles from glue and repositionable until you press firmly, then it's permanent. I top-stitched around the edges but you don't need to.

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  6. Michelle @ Ten June says: March 24, 2011 at 1:03 pm

    HECK. YEAH. Cass, such a good job! I might need to try this on a pillow!!!

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  7. Danielle Oakey Interiors says: March 24, 2011 at 1:24 pm

    I also want to jump on the monogram train, love the pelmet!

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  8. Brittany {Gallery No. Eight} says: March 24, 2011 at 1:50 pm

    Haha Cassie, how did you know?? I definitely want to try my hand at monogrammed pillows. Or maybe a painting? So many fab ideas 😀 Can't wait to see the pelmet up!!

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  9. Jessica @ Decor Adventures says: March 24, 2011 at 2:04 pm

    Oh my gosh yes my head is spinning with all the things I can monogram! How fantastic is this!

    Thanks for a great tutorial 🙂

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  10. Marissa Waddell says: March 24, 2011 at 2:04 pm

    I LOVE IT! It looks so good, really preppy and classic. I photoshopped my and my husband's monogram and cut it out of freezer paper… and that's as far as I got. It's hanging out waiting for the right project 🙂

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  11. Simply LKJ says: March 24, 2011 at 2:20 pm

    Ha! I'm with Elsa…my poor hubby cringed at my label maker!!! It turned out great Cassie.

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  12. Lisa says: March 24, 2011 at 2:39 pm

    Um, awesome. I am totally going to try this on my desk lamps.

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  13. [email protected] Walk says: March 24, 2011 at 2:55 pm

    I love the way it turned out. Such a great method.

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  14. Aubrey {All Things Bright and Beautiful} says: March 24, 2011 at 3:00 pm

    Um, hello gorgeous! I love me some monogramming and I am actually just staring at those lampshades! I can definitely see why you love that room, I'm developing quite the crush myself…(c:

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  15. Lil Mama Stuart says: March 24, 2011 at 3:02 pm

    love that it doesn't look "crafty" 🙂

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  16. Anne says: March 24, 2011 at 3:17 pm

    Bright and fun — love it!!

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  17. Anonymous says: March 24, 2011 at 3:24 pm

    Love this – and so much more dramatic than on the headboard…however, Gift Chick has moved to Abu Dhabi (!) – any other sources for monos? Thx – Ali

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  18. christine {bijouandboheme} says: March 24, 2011 at 3:28 pm

    Oh it looks soooo good – so excited for the reveal!!!

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  19. lizziefitz says: March 24, 2011 at 4:11 pm

    When do you sleep? do you think our kids ealize how much thought and effort we put into EVERY detail? I asked my husband, "what would it be like to buy something and NOT alter it before using it? "HA!

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  20. Dana {Southern Inspired} says: March 24, 2011 at 4:14 pm

    oooo how swanky!! A girl from the south ALWAYS loves a good monogram! My mind is definitely spinning! 🙂

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  21. [email protected] says: March 24, 2011 at 4:35 pm

    I'm not crazy about monogramming perhaps because putting my initials on crap reminds me of my days in boot camp. But I will say it does look rather lovely in these rooms.

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  22. Richmond Thrifter says: March 24, 2011 at 5:22 pm

    You are ridiculous! I am always happily surprised when I go to your blog and you have another amazing post day after day!!! Do you work full time? If so you are my hero! How do you find the time!?! Im a SAHM and still dont find the time! I must be doing something wrong 😉

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  23. Richmond Thrifter says: March 24, 2011 at 5:22 pm

    You are ridiculous! I am always happily surprised when I go to your blog and you have another amazing post day after day!!! Do you work full time? If so you are my hero! How do you find the time!?! Im a SAHM and still dont find the time! I must be doing something wrong 😉

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  24. Amy says: March 24, 2011 at 6:53 pm

    Love it! You have my brain whirling about what to do now. Hmmm….. Awesome!

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  25. courtneyoutloud says: March 24, 2011 at 7:04 pm

    I like that you used white!

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  26. Courtney {a thoughtful place} says: March 24, 2011 at 9:42 pm

    It turned out great, Cassie! I love it. Can you swing by and bust one out for my baby girl???

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  27. shannon says: March 24, 2011 at 10:03 pm

    Looks awesome Cassie!! Can't wait to see it in your room. Thanks for sharing the little girls room I designed!
    Shannon Berrey Designs
    http://www.shannonberrey.com

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  28. Kim @ keller-creative says: March 25, 2011 at 12:29 am

    Wow that is awesome. I'm trying to figure out where I can use that idea in our house… I do love, love, love, a good monogram.

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  29. Carissa @ the Fabulous Design File says: March 25, 2011 at 2:22 pm

    Wow! Fabulous! It definitely does not look crafty. Very nice job!

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  30. Carli says: March 25, 2011 at 9:56 pm

    LOOOOVE it! Great job!

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  31. LiveLikeYou says: March 26, 2011 at 1:44 am

    LOVE IT!! What a cute fun colorful dream room for your little girl. Will she participate in my series? Or your son with his fab room?

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  32. Hyphen Interiors says: March 26, 2011 at 5:29 pm

    Love it, looks great! I've been considering doing one on a lamp shade. Does the felt look pretty good in person?

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  33. Kristen says: March 27, 2011 at 11:14 pm

    SO cute. and thanks for the shoutout!

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  34. emily says: March 28, 2011 at 3:42 am

    It looks awesome! Monogramming makes everything better (at least that's my motto). Can't wait to FINALLY see the reveal (such anticipation!).

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  35. Claire says: June 27, 2011 at 11:46 pm

    I adore your monogram curtain in your little girls room-Just spyed it in Better After and have posted about it on my blog tomorrow-fyi!!
    The room looks truly amazing-lucky little girl!!

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  36. Decorating the Ville says: December 27, 2011 at 2:41 pm

    I'm loving checking out your Best Of 2011 – I always come back to look at your pelmet – so amazing, and I am in awe that you did it with foam core and duct tape. I just love it! We have the perfect baby girl's room window for it too! I did a large felt monogram on my shower curtain and it was so fun! I love how it looks. Can't wait to see what you do in 2012!!

    Liz

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