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Young House Love » Random » Knock Knock… Who’s There?…

| By Sherry Petersik | February 20, 2013 | 305 Comments

Knock Knock… Who’s There?…

Winter Challenge

It’s high time for the winter Pinterest Challenge (not sponsored by Pinterest or anyone else, just dreamed up by Katie Bower to make us stop pinning and start doing). The whole Pinterest Challenge thing started around a year and a half ago when Katie called me to say that she thought we should challenge ourselves to make one thing each season that’s inspired by all the fun stuff that we’ve pinned (and call it… wait for it… The Pinterest Challenge). It’s a welcome slap of stop-pinning-and-start-doing. So slip into your Hoodie Pillow (please tell me you’ve seen that on Shark Tank), sip on some hot chai, and grab some supplies. It’s time to get this DIY party started!

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The only rule is to do your own personal take on something inspirational that you’ve pinned (and link back to the original creator of the project that inspired you, be it a company like Anthropologie or a personal blog that got your wheels a turning). We especially love to pin things from sites that have “Pin It” buttons since it indicates that they enjoy popping up on Pinterest. The project can be anything: big or small; decor or sewing or cooking related – or beyond!

The first time around John and I made a clothespin light for the laundry room, the next time I tackled homemade ornaments, then I faced my sewing demons and made a beanbag pouf for Clara, next I tried my hand at some homemade art, and last time we built a giant leaning chalkboard for the living room. This time when John and I were grocery shopping slash brainstorming (multitasking at its finest) we decided on something fun & large scale-ish (it’ll alter an entire area of our house). And it’s definitely something that has been pinned out the wazoo (there are at least a dozen tutorials over on Pinterest that we can’t wait to reference). So without further ado… here’s a clue for you. Can you crack the code?

The Wayans Brothers + Scott Baio = our project.

 Now I’ll fill space so you can’t see the answer while you make your guess.

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The answer: Wainscoting! We’re planning to install it down both sides of our long hallway (this isn’t the frame hallway, it’s the one that leads to the guest room, hall bath, nursery, and playroom) – just to add some architecture and break up that bowling alley feeling of the long bare hall.

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Actually if you want to be technical what we’re going to do is probably closer to board & batten. So hmm, what’s a good clue for that? A picture of someone yawning while swinging a baseball bat?

We already bought all of our materials so we’re psyched to get started!

Clara Materials1

Think we can get it done in a week? We’re definitely going to give it the ol’ college try! Oh and you’re probably wondering who else is playing along with me and K-Bo. Well, we thought it would be fun to ask different folks to “guest host” with us each time (both of whom have done something fun in the previous challenge), so we’re thrilled to have:

  • Megan from The Remodeled Life (here’s the cool kitchen chalkboard she made for our last challenge)
  • Michelle from Decor & The Dog (she made an awesome map pillow last time around)

Winter Challenge Headshots

So here’s the part where I extend my arm with an alarmingly wide grin and a little bit of paint in my hair and humbly invite you to join in on the winter fun by doing your own spin on something you pin! We figured we’d give everyone (and ourselves) the weekend to work on stuff and reconvene next Wednesday morning (the 27th) to share our projects (you can check out all the amazing linked-up projects from past challenges here, here, here, here, and here). So just drop in next Wednesday to submit a link to your project and to see what we whipped up. In the meantime, do you have any idea what you’ll tackle this time? Is it food, craft, sewing, painting, or furniture related? Perhaps a video full o’ toddler chatter is on the agenda? I highly recommend it.

Psst- One more time, for the people in the back: regardless of the fact that I say Pinterest about thirty times, this wasn’t paid or perked by them or anyone else. We’re just eye-candy obsessed gals who are sick of coveting things and downright ready to do them. Well at least one of them…

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Comments

  1. Avatar for JulieJulie says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:08 am

    Oh my gosh! The cuteness! I die.

    Reply
  2. Avatar for Kelly {the Centsible Life}Kelly {the Centsible Life} says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:08 am

    WOOHOO! I have the perfect project in mind. Can’t wait to share!

    Reply
  3. Avatar for Rachel @ Heroth HomeRachel @ Heroth Home says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:09 am

    Oh my goodness… cutest video ever! That will be played at Clara and Will’s wedding, right?

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      February 20, 2013 at 10:10 am

      No doubt.

      xo
      s

    • Avatar for Trisha D.Trisha D. says

      February 20, 2013 at 2:03 pm

      Those two are just meant to be!

  4. Avatar for LissaLissa says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:10 am

    That has to be the sweetest video I have ever seen!! Will and Clara (and of course Clara;s future brother in law, Weston) will look back on this video one day and will say “Aaaawwwww” like the rest of us!!!

    Reply
  5. Avatar for Anele @ Success Along the WeighAnele @ Success Along the Weigh says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:10 am

    That is about the cutest video ever! I can’t wait to see your project. Now time to look at my neglected Pinterest boards! (Am I the only one who pins and forgets?)

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      February 20, 2013 at 10:11 am

      You are not alone!

      xo
      s

  6. Avatar for IvaIva says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:10 am

    Awesome, cant wait to see the Pinterest DIY challenge items!

    Reply
  7. Avatar for BeverleyBeverley says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:11 am

    CUTEST. VIDEO. EVER!!!!

    Reply
  8. Avatar for Rebecca @This Nest is BestRebecca @This Nest is Best says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:11 am

    Eek! Just the motivation I need to finish up my map art DIY for our dining room update (Phase I)!

    http://thisnestisbest.com/2013/02/19/home-decor-dining-room-phase-i/

    Your timing is perfect!

    Reply
    • Avatar for Rebecca @This Nest is BestRebecca @This Nest is Best says

      February 20, 2013 at 10:20 am

      ps – “Pin something I need a marshmallow!” is my new favorite quote.

    • Avatar for AllisonAllison says

      February 20, 2013 at 7:00 pm

      Yes! That was the best part of the video! Where is a “like” button when I need it?

  9. Avatar for kristi@SimplePrettyThings[email protected] says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:11 am

    Oh my freakin’ god I laughed so hard I cried! I’m still crying/laughing. I love those kids. I NEED A MARSHMALLOW! That sounds like my kid. Ok now I have to go back and read the post. I only made it through the video.

    Reply
  10. Avatar for Wendy @ New Moms TalkWendy @ New Moms Talk says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:11 am

    Oh, how I’d love to participate, and might try to make time. We’re prepping for a trip (hub is presenting at a conference and a side trip to Lake Tahoe is in the works… tough huh?).

    Perhaps I can get hub’s mom to participate. She just sent us Pinterest-inspired toys for our little girl. The woman’s talent is wow-some. (She owned her own fabric store once and still knocks stuff out at 70+ yrs while living with Parkinson’s.)

    Wishing all of the Challenge Takers the best!

    Reply
  11. Avatar for Ann L.Ann L. says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:11 am

    O….M….G. Seriously the cutest video ever! Clara is adorbs as usual and Will looks so dapper with his little hairdo! And Weston? I just got a sudden urge to run home and try to make our first baby just because of how incredibly cuddle-worthy he looks.

    Reply
  12. Avatar for Janette@The2Seasons[email protected] says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:11 am

    This has nothing to do with the post. I just decided that Clara looks just like you, Sherry. The photo of you as a young girl in your sidebar sealed the deal. Sorry, John. Oh, by the way, our Young House Love Week was a huge success.

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      February 20, 2013 at 10:17 am

      Aw, so glad Janette!

      xo
      s

  13. Avatar for theresa a.theresa a. says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:11 am

    that may be the best video i’ve ever seen!!! (and you guys have had some pretty darn cute ones in the past!)

    Reply
  14. Avatar for ReneRene' says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:12 am

    Hmmm I need to finish up some projects to enter:)….Working on a mirror right now. Can’t wait to see the wainscoting!

    http://thedomesticlady.com/2013/02/19/monday-randomness-for-tuesday/

    Reply
  15. Avatar for KimberleyKimberley says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:13 am

    I can’t wait to see this one. I really want to add board and batten to our split foyer entry. I’m in a boot at the moment and can’t do much, but as soon as that bad boy comes off, I’m on this!

    Reply
  16. Avatar for Kim SKim S says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:13 am

    The hoodie pillow! I still can’t believe they got a deal for that…I love me some Shark Tank. :o)

    Reply
  17. Avatar for ShannonShannon says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:16 am

    OMG!!!! Cutest video ever!!! Love it!

    Reply
  18. Avatar for sarahsarah says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:16 am

    Clara’s #pinsomethingineedamarshmellow is like a real life hashtag (all one word)! She’s too cute.

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      February 20, 2013 at 10:18 am

      Hahahahahahah!

      xo
      s

    • Avatar for RandaRanda says

      February 20, 2013 at 10:58 am

      I agreeeeee!! That was my favorite line. Also Will’s brisk & official “good luck” wave.
      The whole video was fantastic. :)

  19. Avatar for Gabriella @ Our Life In ActionGabriella @ Our Life In Action says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:16 am

    AHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!! PINTREST CHALLENGE!! OH YEAH BABY!

    Confession: I just read the post, saw the Pintrest Challenge logo and did a little happy-dance-bouncing-thing in my chair at work looking around like “PINTREST CHALLENGE!!” then caught myself and settled down (just a bit). I am so excited! I’m in!

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      February 20, 2013 at 10:17 am

      Hahah! It’s on!

      xo
      s

  20. Avatar for Karen FKaren F says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:17 am

    OMG, that video!! love it!
    I have an idea what I’ll do…I may not get it done by next Wed though (it involves spraypaint and it’s like 28 degrees here)..We shall see!

    Reply
  21. Avatar for CaraCara says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:19 am

    Aw man, I’m having a Pinterest party with some friends but it’s not until mid-March. Have fun!

    Reply
  22. Avatar for LuLuLuLu says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:20 am

    Now THAT’S fabulous editing!!

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      February 20, 2013 at 10:23 am

      It’s all John! Isn’t he awesome. #mahman

      xo
      s

  23. Avatar for KateKate says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:20 am

    Fun!! Good luck with the wainscoting! We just finished doing this in our house. It took us 2 months of weekends to do our entryway and attached 20 foot hallway. It was kind of miserable, but the result was well worth it.

    I’m sure you all have done all kinds of research, but I wanted to pass along a tip that I wish we had known. Fill your joints with joint compound instead of wood filler! The wood filler cracked and was difficult to work with. Joint compound was much, much easier to work with and provided better results.

    If you’re interested, you can see our finished product in the first several posts on my blog. It really was a huge transformation in our house – I’m sure you’ll have similar results!!

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      February 20, 2013 at 10:23 am

      Thanks Kate!

      xo
      s

  24. Avatar for Amy @ drivethirtythreeAmy @ drivethirtythree says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:20 am

    YAY for pinterest challenge!! that was the best.video.ever. Seriously made my day :)

    Reply
  25. Avatar for KittyKitty says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:20 am

    Seriously Clara and Will are about the cutest thing ever! :D

    Reply
    • Avatar for KittyKitty says

      February 20, 2013 at 10:29 am

      Reading the words “awesome map pillow” has given me an idea for a completely different project* to the gorgeous pillow Michelle did last time although I want to do one like that too when I can work out how to make it work for English counties :)

      *Pillows with maps of the places my husband and I were born, got married and live. Am wondering how to get them onto fabric (transfer paper or ordering a bit of fabric from spoonflower or somewhere.)

    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      February 20, 2013 at 10:30 am

      Wahoo!

      xo
      s

  26. Avatar for JessicaJessica says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:21 am

    So cute! Love the video!

    Reply
  27. Avatar for Kristen | Popcorn on the StoveKristen | Popcorn on the Stove says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:21 am

    woohoo!

    Reply
  28. Avatar for EllenEllen says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:21 am

    That video was seriously the cutest thing ever. (Every time I see Clara videos or read the Conversations with Clara I just CAN’T WAIT until my little dude starts talking…)

    Reply
  29. Avatar for JessJess says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:21 am

    Clara and Will’s video is possibly the cutest thing ever!

    Can’t wait!

    Reply
  30. Avatar for BethanyBethany says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:22 am

    I just watched that video three times! Awesome!

    Reply
  31. Avatar for Janelle @ Two Cups of HappyJanelle @ Two Cups of Happy says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:23 am

    Such a cute video! I’ve wanted to play along every. single. time but haven’t. Maybe this time I’ll kick my own butt into gear?

    Reply
  32. Avatar for trinitytrinity says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:23 am

    Pin something – I need a marshmallow.

    Reply
  33. Avatar for AnneliesAnnelies says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:24 am

    Can’t wait to see the result! I have a long hallway just like that and in need of inspiration of what to do with it. I’m sure you can help with just that!

    Reply
  34. Avatar for AprilApril says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:24 am

    TIME TO PINNNNN! This is great timing on this, I needed something to do this weekend!

    Reply
  35. Avatar for Rebecca LatelyRebecca Lately says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:24 am

    Yay!!! And now to search through my pins…

    Reply
  36. Avatar for katiekatie says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:24 am

    Cute cute video! Can’t wait to see your board & batten – I’m obsessed with it – we added some in our entry a few months back, and I still smile every time I see it!

    And now I feel like I need a marshmallow, too :)

    Reply
  37. Avatar for bridget b.bridget b. says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:24 am

    “i need a marshmallow!” hilarious! were y’all trying to bribe the kids? that video was too cute.

    can’t wait to see how your hallway turns out. we’re planning on doing that to a wall in our living room and also adding a small section with hooks for a coat rack near the front door.

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      February 20, 2013 at 10:28 am

      She saw me trying to covertly eat a marshmallow and wanted in on that. Hahah!

      xo
      s

    • Avatar for bridget b.bridget b. says

      February 20, 2013 at 10:31 am

      so funny! i’ve been caught by my 2 year old several times. i swear she can hear a candy wrapper opening from across the house.

    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      February 20, 2013 at 10:39 am

      Seriously! How are they so good at that?!

      xo
      s

  38. Avatar for MarieMarie says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:27 am

    Sherry, any reason why you don’t use Pinterest much any more?

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      February 20, 2013 at 10:29 am

      Now that the tour’s over I’d love to get back to it! Just all that travel over the last four months made it hard to get on there as much, ya know?

      xo
      s

  39. Avatar for Kristin @ Little Corbin HillKristin @ Little Corbin Hill says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:27 am

    Okay, I’m going to reiterate what everyone else is saying and say CAAA-UTEST video ever =) And I can’t wait to see you hallway after pics!

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  40. Avatar for MaureenMaureen says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:27 am

    Yay! We did board and batten in our bathroom and made the mistake of using furring strips. A lot of them were un-noticeably warped until we were getting ready to hang them. (Plus our walls are bowed. Disaster) But, for the money we spent (not much) and first time doing anything like that I am happy with it. I still need to do some finishing touches (a year later). http://thiskindaoldhouse.com/2012/03/bathroom-is-done-well-almost/

    Hmmm… off to think about what my project will be!

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    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      February 20, 2013 at 10:29 am

      Looks awesome!!!

      xo
      s

  41. Avatar for StephSteph says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:28 am

    “Pin something I need a marshmallow?!” I’m DYING. So freaking cute, all of it! (and I hope someone got that girl a marshmallow!)

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  42. Avatar for Jess @ Little House. Big Heart.Jess @ Little House. Big Heart. says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:28 am

    Yesssss!

    Good thing I didn’t feel like working much today anyway. Should give me lots of time to play around on Pinterest. ;)

    Reply
  43. Avatar for meryl rosemeryl rose says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:29 am

    I’m so excited!!! I’ll be finishing up the mobile we’re making for our daughter who’s set to arrive in May! I’ve already made all the little felt objects (tools included of course!), now I’ve just got to figure out some way to put it together…
    http://www.picardyproject.com/2013/02/cashews-mobile.html

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  44. Avatar for ReenieReenie says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:30 am

    OMG…. that video is soooo cute!!!

    Love Wainscoting ~ and board and batten :)

    Reply
  45. Avatar for Maureen @ The Parkland ProjectMaureen @ The Parkland Project says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:30 am

    Stop having your kids so cute. My ovaries can’t take all the cuteness. (ok, I lied they totally can.)

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    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      February 20, 2013 at 10:39 am

      Hahahah!

      xo
      s

  46. Avatar for BreeBree says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:30 am

    That video is the cutest thing ever!!!!! …and Weston, OMG. Heartbreakers all of them!

    Can’t wait to see the board and batten!!

    Reply
  47. Avatar for Liz C.Liz C. says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:31 am

    Wainscoting!!!!!!!!!! Yes! I cannot wait to see this because we want to do it in our dining room. There are lots of doors (2) and openings (3)…I’m nervous about it!

    Reply
  48. Avatar for KrissyKrissy says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:31 am

    The video was too cute!

    And I love board and batten, Nate’s mom’s house is sided with board and batten. So nice.

    We’re redoing the bedroom this week, but maybe a finishing touch can be a Pinterest project… I’ll be brainstorming while I paint!

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  49. Avatar for LizLiz says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:33 am

    Pin something, I need a marshmallow!!! YES! My feelings exactly miss Clara :) Love the video & can’t wait for 20 years when it’s playing at their wedding!!

    Reply
  50. Avatar for NatalieNatalie says

    February 20, 2013 at 10:33 am

    Hey guys :)

    I love Wainscoting! Unfortunately its not a ‘thing’ here in Australia. Like you never see it, Like no one has or does it, like ever (you can say that to the tune of Taylor Swifts song if you like). So i’m excited to see what your looks like.
    Remember when I said reading you blog is way more fun than doing university homework- yeah its 3am here…Addicted!

    Love Natalie

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      February 20, 2013 at 10:39 am

      Hahah, you’re so sweet Natalie! Thanks for reading!

      xo
      s

    • Avatar for Clara LClara L says

      February 21, 2013 at 1:47 am

      I’m in Australia… we have wainscoting in our house (in the house when we bought it)… so I guess it is a ‘thing’ here too after all…

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