Step 1: Mark a half-circle out of two or three sponges, using a bowl or plate as a template. Use more than one sponge so that you get a variation in texture over the patterned wall. Step 2: Cut out the sponges. Draw a very light grid of lines on your wall to match the height and length of the cut sponge. Step 3: Brush the paint onto the sponge. If you dip the sponge in the paint, it will pick up too much paint. Step 4: Using the grid as a guide, press the first sponge randomly into the grid area you are decorating. This way, you get a mix of texture from the various sponges. Repeat with the other sponges, filling in the spaces. Step 5: If you need to touch up the pattern, use a ripped piece of sponge to dab on the paint until you are happy with the look. Allow to dry. Rub out the pencil or chalk lines of the grid. 1 2 Resene Triple Friar Grey Resene Quarter Friar Grey styling Megan Harrison-Turner pictures Bryce Carleton 3 5 4 our inspiration Resene Half White Pointer Resene Colorwood Greywash 41