Surprising Stenciled Surfaces That Look Like a Million Bucks

(Image credit: A Beautiful Mess) Stencils sometimes get a bad rap for looking a little amateur, but these 11 sophisticated stencil projects prove that you don't need to be a master painter to paint a masterpiece. The trick to an elegant design is starting with a stylish stencil (or crafting your own!), picking the right color palette--and then letting it loose on every surface in your home. Save these ideas for your design file, and scroll to the bottom for our list of must-visit stencil sources...