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Numbered Steps

November 3, 2011 By Linda 24 Comments

Numbered Steps – Easy Way to Add Number to Stairs. 
 
Numbered Steps

 

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 

 

… 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 or numbered steps. Hmmm …

 

Numbered Steps How To

 

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!



 

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How To Number Stairs Steps
 
 
 
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  1. carol sugarman says

    November 3, 2011 at 1:28 pm

    Love it:)

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  2. Andrea @Oasis Accents says

    November 7, 2011 at 12:02 am

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

    Reply
  3. c.w.frosting says

    November 7, 2011 at 3:47 am

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

    -caroline @ c.w.frosting

    Reply
  4. Terry says

    November 7, 2011 at 2:11 pm

    Adorable. Stop by and check out my anniversary giveaway.

    Reply
  5. Between U & Me says

    November 7, 2011 at 5:14 pm

    I LOVE this! I would love if you would share this at the Crazy Cute link party happening at Between U & Me right now! I’ve got a totally awesome giveaway this week, too!
    OOH! AND, I’m your newest follower! 😉

    http://www.betweenuandme.com/2011/11/crazy-cute-link-party-26-and-homestudio.html

    Reply
  6. Dana @ CraftedNiche.com says

    November 7, 2011 at 6:24 pm

    Cute, clever and quick. Love it!

    Reply
  7. Okio B Designs says

    November 8, 2011 at 1:36 am

    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. Inspire Me Heather says

    November 8, 2011 at 11:41 am

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

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  9. Sara says

    November 9, 2011 at 12:23 am

    So pretty! Would love it if you would link this up at my turquoise lovin’ party! http://www.sweetlittlegals.com/2011/11/turquoise-lovin-12.html

    Reply
  10. Cathy @ My 1929 Charmer says

    November 9, 2011 at 3:00 am

    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!

    Reply
  11. Cathy @ My 1929 Charmer says

    November 9, 2011 at 3:03 am

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

    Reply
  12. Sue@Uniquely Chic says

    November 10, 2011 at 3:06 am

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

    Reply
  13. Deb says

    November 10, 2011 at 1:49 pm

    Smart!!

    Reply
  14. Chrissy says

    November 11, 2011 at 2:34 am

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

    Reply
  15. Small Holdings Farm says

    November 11, 2011 at 3:46 am

    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

    Reply
  16. Strawberries and Sweet Love says

    November 11, 2011 at 9:41 pm

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

    Reply
  17. Katie says

    November 12, 2011 at 1:14 am

    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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  18. Lolly Jane says

    November 12, 2011 at 4:21 am

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

    xoxo,
    kelli + kristi

    Reply
  19. Iuliana says

    November 12, 2011 at 7:11 am

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

    Reply
  20. Debra @ Common Ground says

    November 12, 2011 at 9:34 pm

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

    Reply
  21. Cassie @ Primitive & Proper says

    November 13, 2011 at 11:34 pm

    those are adorable! love the colors, too!

    Reply
  22. Georgie Horn says

    November 14, 2011 at 12:34 am

    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

    Reply
  23. Korrie@RedHenHome says

    November 17, 2011 at 8:41 pm

    Love it! Smart solution.

    Reply
  24. Sarah says

    July 25, 2012 at 2:13 pm

    I’m just in love with your stairs!

    Reply

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