When Urban Walls contacted me and asked if I would like to try one of their decals, or customize my own, I instantly thought of my favorite line from my favorite movie and how I could somehow incorporate it in our house.
Danielle, a graphic designer and the shop owner, worked with me to find just the right font and size so that I could use the phrase going up the stairs to our playroom.
The process of installing the decals was pretty painless. (Especially since my parents happened to be in town visiting. . . .You see who ends up doing most of the work. I was more like the “official project photographer.”)
Once we had them positioned and centered on each step, it was time to carefully peel off the backing.
My eventual plans include painting this hallway and hanging up family photos. But, I love the way this part turned out. After all, isn’t this what we all want our kids to know about themselves?
If you’re interested in customizing your own decals, or in the great selection that Danielle offers in her Etsy shop, visit Urban Walls.
Awesome quote to have on your stairs - LOVE IT!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun idea and how lucky for your kids to have parents who want to remind them how special they are. I didn't see the movie but read the book and cried many times for thate lonely little girl!
ReplyDeleteExcellent choice!!
ReplyDeleteStacey Cooler @ HGBC
Love this! Finally saw the movie this weekend. Liked it almost as much as the book :)
ReplyDeleteLoved the book, loved the movie, LOVE that quote - is it crazy that this made me tear up?!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful !!! It was a great line in the movie, and it looks equally fab on your stairs. LOVE IT! Isn't it crazy how some of the most beautiful design ideas are not so painful to install ? That is the sweet part of the deal :)
ReplyDeleteCheers! Lynne xx
LOVE this!!! I adore that movie!!
ReplyDeleteSo Sweet! I remember that scene... what a great way to incorporate a favorite movie and motivation all in one into your home! I am lovin' me some Urban Walls!!!!! Thanks so much for sharing and have a terrific Tuesday.
ReplyDeleteBrilliant! I would have never thought to use that quote that way!
ReplyDeleteI love this! We have 2 sets of painted stairs. I should look into doing something like this.
ReplyDeleteThat is awesome! I just love that.
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I love that Emily! I really loved that part in The Help also. It was a great reminder to me how affirming words can be.
ReplyDeleteLove using that quote on stair treads! They'll read that every single time they head up stairs! ~Gina
ReplyDeleteThat's great! I love how you put it on the stairs. :)
ReplyDeleteLoved the movie! Now I'm reading the book. The quote and family pictures is such a great idea for your stairs!
ReplyDeleteChristina
Aw! i love what you chose. Perfect for the stairs leading to the play room. And I agree with susie--when reading the book--I was often reduced to tears when she would tell her that!
ReplyDeleteAwww, you just brought a tear to my eye. I loved that movie and book and the scene at the end when she says that to the little girl one last time had everyone in the theater teary. What a beautiful sentiment for your children to grow up with.
ReplyDeleteLove it! I tell my baby DD these things all the time, but never thought of using those beautiful quotes in design.
ReplyDeletelooks amazing, love that quote from the book!!
ReplyDeletePERFECT!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea! That's a message we could all stand to hear/see on a daily basis.
ReplyDeleteLove this! What a creative spot to put a quote!
ReplyDeleteI love that! I have been thinking of putting number decals on my stairs, but we are renting, and I didn't know how easily they came off. I need to look into, though. It's too cute not to do!
ReplyDeleteEmily--This is wonderful! My husband and I watched that movie just last week, and have been whispering that line to our little son ever since. Such simple words that mean so much. Great idea to incorporate it into your house like that.
ReplyDeleteLove It!! One of my all time favorite movies :)
ReplyDeleteIs that not the BEST movie?? I read it years ago, listened to it (on CD) this summer, and have watched the movie countless times since. We all really need to embrace those truths about ourselves. Love the idea of using it on your stairs.
ReplyDeleteLove it! This quote reminds me of one of my favorites...
ReplyDelete"Its nice to be important, but its more important to be nice"
Great pick! Love it on the stairs.
ReplyDeleteVery sweet! Love it!
ReplyDeletethat movie made me cry like crazy. i'm almost afraid to read the book -- i might love it too much. this is a great way to bring it home.
ReplyDeleteloved the movie (I still need to read the book) the words touched me so me me so much!
ReplyDeleteMike & I just finished painting our stair risers last night - and I've been thinking about putting decals on them. So funny that this was your post today!
ReplyDeleteLoved that movie soooo much and I truly love that you have that going up your stairwell! Perfection!! I actually have a wall decal to go in my laundry room that I have had for months, maybe I will get it up this week. Thanks for inspiring me!! xo Kathysue
ReplyDeleteThese are precious - love that movie & love those quotes from it - what a great way to personalize your stairs!
ReplyDeleteThat looks fantastic!!!!
ReplyDeleteDanielle does amazing work.
Loving this!
What a lovely quote! I haven't seen the movie yet but loved the book. It's a great sentiment to pass on to your kiddos.
ReplyDeleteThis is the most precious idea ever! What a great way to help build self esteem by walking up these stairs each day! Love it!
ReplyDeleteYou is Creative!
ReplyDeleteSo sweet, so true. Wonderful job. It made me tear up a bit. Hope you're feeling well!
ReplyDeleteI would correct the English used.
ReplyDeleteHow sweet!! I still have not seen "The Help"; it's on my netflix list but everyone else wants to watch it too so I haven't gotten it yet. I love how the quote looks on the stairs!!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE this idea. No kids for us yet but we do have a fur-baby and we tell him this all the time. Ha!
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I adore these! So true -- wonderful message for your children to soak up each and every day. :)
ReplyDeleteThis is my favorite quote and I love that you put it in the playroom. I might have to borrow your general idea. ;)
ReplyDeleteI love this bit of personality you are putting into your home! You make it seem effortless!
ReplyDeleteThis is why I think I really, really like your style. It seems some decorator people are too fussy for something like that but it is absolutely perfect. (Especially for a house that's about to have five kids!!!). I only have four (only?) ... and I'm going to see if my husband will go for this. I love it!
ReplyDeleteI love this. Whenever I feel a little blue, I tell my self this quote over and over. It usually lifts my spirits! It looks fabulous on your stairs!
ReplyDeleteOh I just love that movie. What a great reminder every day for you and your kids! Great idea.
ReplyDeleteI love this - what a fantastic idea! I have a decal from UrbanWall in my house as well and LOVE it!
ReplyDeleteI love love love this idea. I love love love that movie too. Viola Davis hit that role out of the park!
ReplyDeleteThat is such a sweet idea! I really enjoyed reading that book.
ReplyDeleteI love the concept, but the grammar makes me cringe, especially for something kids will read all the time.
ReplyDeleteThis is perfect! And what an amazing idea for a house full of (and getting fuller of) children. Something for them to see and be reminded of everyday!
ReplyDeleteLove this - UrbanWalls is a great little company - so proud of a fellow Vancoverite ;)
ReplyDeleteI agree with Kathy, the grammer makes me cringe too.
ReplyDeleteLove that quote as well! Such a great way to incorporate it into your home!
ReplyDeleteit looks amazing Emil, such a pretty reminder!
ReplyDeleteThese turned out great! Love them!
ReplyDeleteLOVE it!! That movie is awesome and that quote works so well. Great job!
ReplyDeleteI know you already have like 4 million comments, but I have to add mine to the others...I ABSOLUTELY love this idea. To the end of time. Since I read and watched The Help, I have told my sweet babies this line every night. They love it. Putting the quote in your home was such a great idea...and on the stairs? Awesome.
ReplyDeleteLooks great! Please come back and update us when you have the "why my kids get 'is' and 'are' mixed up" talk with their elementary school teachers. ;)
ReplyDeleteDecals on stairs can be a cool idea, but the incorrect grammar just makes you look stupid, movie quote or no. Now you have to explain to everyone who comes into your house that it's a movie quote or they'll just assume you can't use grammar. But really either way I'd just think you're stupid for putting that on your stairs.
ReplyDeleteThis took my breath away!
ReplyDeleteLOVE that quote I use it all the time. It really makes my heart sing
ReplyDeleteLiked this when I saw it last year, so shared it yesterday with my stair riser upgrade :)
ReplyDelete- Lora