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Thursday, November 3, 2011

numbered porch steps [one step at a time]

I’m addicted to numbering things in my house.  There are numbers in my powder room …


… and on my back porch ...



… and I toyed with numbering the stairs in my newly redecorated entryway* like these adventurous homeowners …

http://jgbinteriors.files.wordpress.com/2010/06/numberedstairs.jpg
… but was worried it would look too busy.  

H  o  w  e  v  e  r   .  .  .  the freshly painted front porch steps offered the perfect canvas.
Hmmm ...

I scoured multiple craft stores in search of a stencil, but couldn’t find a font I liked in the size I wanted.  That may have turned out for the best because I’m not a “stenciler” and there was a good chance it would have turned out sloppy.

Then it dawned on me that vinyl house numbers could work. They’re made to withstand the outdoor elements, right? And if the harsh Chicago winter gets the best of one (or more) of them, they’re cheap and easy to replace. The package of 3” Hillman vinyl letters & numbers -- I picked mine up at Menard's -- contained multiples of each letter/number for just under $5.00.



The best part:  this project is quick and easy.  All I did was find the center point of each step, peeled off the number, affixed lightly at first so I could re-adjust as needed, and then firmly pressed into place.  Five dollars and fifteen minutes later: Voila!







They make me smile like a crazy terracotta pumpkin every time I come home.



*P.S. The thrilling post(s) about the redecorated entryway – and the multiple projects we took on – will be coming soon as part of a home tour series.

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26 comments:

  1. carol sugarmanNovember 3, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    Love it:)

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  2. UnknownNovember 3, 2011 at 3:51 PM

    I've seen these around but never thought to get the sticky numbers. Good idea!

    I love your porch.

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  3. Andrea @Oasis AccentsNovember 6, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    That turned out GREAT!! Thanks for linking up to Sunday's Best =)

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  4. c.w.frostingNovember 6, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    I love the numbers all over your house! Great porch addition as well!

    -caroline @ c.w.frosting

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  5. foreverdecoratingNovember 7, 2011 at 8:11 AM

    Adorable. Stop by and check out my anniversary giveaway.

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  6. Dana @ CraftedNiche.comNovember 7, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    Cute, clever and quick. Love it!

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  7. Okio B DesignsNovember 7, 2011 at 7:36 PM

    Such a sweet idea! Wonder if my husband would go for me doing that on our porch steps? Of course we only have four steps. =) Coming over from Met Monday and your newest follower!

    Jeanine

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  8. AnonymousNovember 8, 2011 at 5:41 AM

    Your steps look fantastic! Numbers add just a touch of whimsy, don't they?

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  9. Tonya @ Love of Family And HomeNovember 8, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    So cute! I love it!! I would be like you...hesitant to do it inside the home, but would have jumped at the opportunity to do it outside! You did a great job, they look lovely!

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  10. Cathy @ My 1929 CharmerNovember 8, 2011 at 9:00 PM

    I like all your "numbered" items. I love the outside stairs, and I will be doing this next year. I know he won't let me inside. They really do look good. thanks so much for sharing at Sunday's Best!

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  11. Cathy @ My 1929 CharmerNovember 8, 2011 at 9:03 PM

    Gosh I didn't' know you are a Chicago girl, I live just outside Chicago. It's great knowing someone is near!

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  12. Vicky @ Mess For LessNovember 8, 2011 at 11:43 PM

    What a fun way to brighten up a front porch. You had a great Halloween display, BTW. I am a new follower from Today's Creative Blog. Vicky from Mess For Less

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  13. Sue@Uniquely ChicNovember 9, 2011 at 9:06 PM

    Wow....love the colors you chose!! Nicely done!

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  14. debNovember 10, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    Smart!!

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  15. ChrissyNovember 10, 2011 at 8:34 PM

    Love this!! Great idea!! I'm a new follower, hope you will check out my blog if you get a chance. :)

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  16. Small Holdings FarmNovember 10, 2011 at 9:46 PM

    I am a fan of numbers and letters...great idea. I'm your newest follower. Please follow me back and get a chance to win a driftwood sailboat. Looking forward to hearing from you. Sherron
    http://smallholdings.blogspot.com

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  17. UnknownNovember 11, 2011 at 3:41 PM

    I love it! I numbered a few glass jars in my kitchen and I get so many compliments.

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  18. KatieNovember 11, 2011 at 7:14 PM

    These are so awesome! I've seen numbers on indoor stairs, but this is the first time I've seen any outdoors! Love them!

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  19. Lolly JaneNovember 11, 2011 at 10:21 PM

    adore. so cool! featuring you tonight, thanks for linking up!

    xoxo,
    kelli + kristi

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  20. Iuliana@Hip2ThriftNovember 12, 2011 at 1:11 AM

    This is an awesome idea. Thanks for sharing. Oh...and I am your newest follower and fellow Chicagoan.

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  21. Debra@CommonGroundNovember 12, 2011 at 3:34 PM

    Hi Linda, smart way to do this the quick and easy way, looks wondereful!! thanks for linking up with VIF, xo

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  22. Cassie BustamanteNovember 13, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    those are adorable! love the colors, too!

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  23. Georgie HornNovember 13, 2011 at 6:34 PM

    NEw follower!
    I love your numbered stairs...and hey, if they make you smile then they are soooo worth it! Come by for some puddin n pie....
    http://georgie-hornpuddinnpie.blogspot.com/2011/11/slow-down-sunday-i-aint-ready-for.html

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  24. Korrie@RedHenHomeNovember 17, 2011 at 2:41 PM

    Love it! Smart solution.

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  25. Dwell on JoyJuly 25, 2012 at 9:13 AM

    I'm just in love with your stairs!

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