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Repurpose A Hutch Door With Transfers

Follow along step by step as I show you how to make something old become something beautiful once again. I just love how I repurpose a hutch door using transfers turns out! You will make you think twice about any old piece of furniture after you see what I did.  There is not a piece of wood or furniture that I can’t love with my whole heart. No matter its condition. Be it old, tired, tarnished, or tattered. The piece still has beauty and potential in my eyes. Furniture can always come to life in so many ways. If you are willing to just show them even the littlest bit of love, it can happen. And this DIY craft using transfers is 100% evidence of that.  How To Repurose A Hutch Door I saved these pretty little hutch doors from a different project I had worked on for a dear friend of mine. She didn’t want the doors on her hutch anymore, so I kept them. YAY me! To me, there is always something pretty to create from repurposed wood or even furniture. This DIY project is simply applying a transfer to the glass. Yep… you read that right. There are so many possibilities to make this unique piece. So if you are like me and love to make old things new again, then this project is perfect for you. The beauty of this project is you get to decide what fits your style best by finding the perfect IOD Transfer. Maybe florals aren’t your thing. No problem. Maybe you prefer lemons or plants. That is just fine. You do you, and just remember that whatever you create, is awesome! The steps are the same no matter your style. And don’t forget, you can make this project even more unique with a simple coat of paint too. Have fun with it, from start to finish.  Supplies: Old Hutch Door with Glass Center The Flower Fields by Prima Let It Bee Stencil (Not Exact) Scissors ReDesign Prima Transfer Tool Razor Blade Steps: Grab your old Hutch door and be sure to make sure your surface is nice and clean with an old rag.  If you want to paint the wood, you can do that now. Want the raw wood look, then keep on, keeping on with me! Select your style of IOD Furniture Transfer and measure out the amount to fit on your desired work space. Select styles that fit with your color palette and decor of the space you are hoping to hang this new DIY Jazzed Up Hutch Door.  Cut out the piece you wish to apply. You will need to save excess pieces for another project at another time. Trim excess bottom part of transfer so as to not have any wasted space.  Mix and match pieces of this style transfer or different set to create the images you desire to finish this project the way you like best.  Remove air bubbles by rubbing your transfer down. Be sure to use the plastic tool that comes with the IOD kit and/or a ReDesign Prima Transfer tool kit. This is not neccessary but I do like to alternate. If you have any excess by chance, use a razor blade to easily remove transfer.   Next be sure to remove all air bubbles before pulling off/peeling back the top layer of transfer.  With the glass window, the color of the wall will show behind your transferred image. You could always paint the backside of glass if you would like a different color to be seen instead. Choosing to leave mine clear. I had some space up top so I added another transfer up there, saying, “Let it BEE. ” I got lucky and had an excess piece from a previous project. See why you save all your old scraps? If you wanted, you could even stencil on some letters up top. The possibilities are endless. And just like that, you are done! Ok, so you finished it all up and what do you think? Wasn’t this such a simple DIY project? I just love taking something that has lived a good life and making it come to life again.  What else could you repurpose besides an old hutch door?  Save any and all pieces of wood, if you have the storage space. Old cabinet doors, old cutting boards, scrap wood, wood pallets. Just be creative!  Repurposing wood/furniture is my superpower. Do you have the same superpower? If yes, then I know you are going to love some of my other DIY tutorials. Be sure to check them out.    Just pin this Repurpose a Hutch Door With Transfers tutorial below to find the instructions later!

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Learn How To Apply A Transfer

Have you ever seen a really cute saying or graphic and wished you could put it on everything? Well, there’s good news: with a little bit of patience and some basic tools, you can apply transfers to basically any surface! In this how to apply a transfer tutorial I will show you how it’s done. So go find your perfect transfer, and let’s get started! When it comes to using transfers on walls, doors, or even furniture you have to make sure it is one you love. I don’t have a problem finding something I love because honestly, I love everything. I love quotes, floral designs, and even farm animals! Once you have selected the transfer you wish to use you are ready to prep your wall or door and get to adhering your transfer. Learn How To Apply Transfers You guys know I love making something old into something new by using a little paint and some transfers. This door makeover project was no different. Not that my door is old I just wanted something on it to jazz it up a little. This door is the door that leads into our garage. We pass through this door multiple times a day so I knew I wanted a saying or quote to help remind us to find joy in our day. This transfer was one I have had forever and I am so glad I remembered I had it because it is the perfect saying to read each time I enter our garage. To apply a transfer to a door it is not that hard. It really requires a lot of patience and time. With the right mindset, you can totally do this. Follow along and I will teach you some tips and tricks to applying transfers to different surfaces. Supplies: Prima ReDesign Transfers Transfer tool Sealer Painters tape Steps To Apply Transfer: Lay transfer on the area you wish to transfer to.  Use your scraper tool to go over your sheets to make sure it adheres to the area you are placing them.  Once you peel off the backing pull the wax sheet off and then rub your finger over the wording. This helps smooth out any bubbles that may have developed when applying.  If your transfer has multiple pieces just be sure you line them up correctly. Take your time and rub over the lettering once you have it in place.  The best way to get it on is using a flat edge tool.  If you have any spots that may have pulled off I just use a sharpie of that color and fill in the imperfection Go back over all the lettering with your fingers one final time to smooth out and flatten the words Tips and Tricks to Learning How To Apply Transfers You may wish to apply a sealer on the surface first. This allows your transfers to really stick to the surface better. To keep your transfer from fading if it is in direct sunlight spray a sealer over it to protect it from the sunrays. If your transfer is large you can use painters tape to hold the edges to help you apply the tranfer to the wall. Where Can Prima Design Transfers Be Applied? You are in luck because these transfers can basically be applied to any surface. I like to say the possibilities are endless. Typically you will find me applying these to furniture, walls, doors, and even kitchen cabinets. No project is too big or too small when it comes to applying these transfers. I always so if you think it will look good then go for it! Just pin this Learn How to Apply Transfers tutorial below to find the instructions later!

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How To Seal DIY Projects

Just finished a DIY project? Check out this tutorial to learn why and how to properly seal DIY Projects! I had such a fun time stenciling the perfect quote onto this family heirloom we have in our family now. This was my husband’s uncle’s milk jug. One day I asked my husband if he knew where we had stored this old milk jug. I knew exactly what I wanted to do with it. When he told me he had found it I was so happy! I had the perfect stencil and wanted to use it as my new front porch decor. Stenciling this milk jug was the best thing that has happened to it and now I am going to teach you to seal it! Sealing DIY Projects Are you a crafter who likes to make your own projects? If so, you know how important it is to seal them properly. Sealing your projects helps keep them looking new for longer and prevents damage from accidental spills and exposure to the elements. No matter if you are gifting these craft projects as gifts or keeping them for yourself it is important to know how and why to seal them. Check out these tips and tricks below for sealing DIY projects and ensure your hard work lasts a really long time. Supplies Needed: Paint Brush Dixie Bell Top Coat – Clear Coat in Satin I used Dixie Belle on these projects but have since transitioned to Fusion 🙂 – Fusion Tough Coate, Matte Quick Dry Polyurethane in the Can Spray Polyurethane Steps to Seal A Project: Pour some fast-drying polyurethane from your can into a bowl.  Dip your brush into the bowl of polyurethane and then start brushing your brush over the milk jug.  Make sure you cover every inch of the jug.  You will see the shine appear as you go. This makes it easy to see which areas you have not covered.  Finish off by doing the top and inside that you can reach.  Be careful if your milk jug is rusting like mine and leaking out the bottom. It is is just be sure not to get the rusty drippings on the paint brush you are using to seal your jug with. Does Polyurethane Yellow Your Craft? Yes, it will turn some things yellow but I do not typically use it on a white background. Try to avoid having a white background so you can avoid the yellowing it can cause.  Why Should Use Fast-Drying Polyurethane in A Can vs Spray? I do find that the spray can is much quicker and easier however I mostly perfer to use the one you apply with a paint brush vs. spray. Applying with a paintbrush is more accurate and you can see exactly where you are applying it. I just feel that painting it on is way better than spraying it on. You will see me using both but when time allows I will always paint the sealant on. How to determine if you should seal or not seal your project? You can debate this all day long. I typically always seal. I do this to add a glossy clear finish to my projects. However, it is always best to seal when you Modge Podge, stencil, or use transfers. It will help hold things in place and give it good protection as well as presentation.  Hope these tips and tricks help when it comes to adding the finishing touches to your DIY projects. Keep crafting and finding joy in your creativity. Just pin this How To Seal DIY Projects tutorial below to find the instructions later!

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Stenciling a Family Heirloom

Have a big family heirloom you’d like to have on display? Check out this easy stenciling family heirloom tutorial! You’ll see how to avoid any frustration of trying to figure out how to match your heirloom to your personal style. If you’re like me, you have a family heirloom or two that mean a lot to you. Maybe it was handed down to you from your grandparents, or maybe it’s something you made yourself and hold close to your heart. I’m going to show you how to stencil your family heirloom so you can pass it down to the next generation with love. How to Stencil A Family Heirloom  I can’t wait to get my hands on this family heirloom. It is the perfect piece to use as a focal point for our fromt porch decor and bring some new life into this old nest! Using an old Milk Jug that was my husband’s uncle that we have in our possession makes the perfect surface to stencil my favorite farmer quotes onto. With my Paul Harvey quote Stencil that says: “And on the 8th day, God looked down on his planned paradise and said, “I need a caretaker.” So God made a farmer.” I am only using the last part of this quote to apply to the milk jug. Keep watching and see exactly how you stencil a family heirloom into your next front porch decor. Supplies Old Rusty Milk Can Paul Harvey Saying Stencil – Unable to get this stencil due to copyright. 🙁 Tape Acrylic Paint Dauber Polyurethane Sanding Block Directions Clean off milk jug and sand with a sanding block. Place Stencil down on milk jug. Then tape down edges so it doesn’t move. Start applying your paint over the stencil lettering using your dauber. Since it is taped down you won’t be able to see what your outcome is. However, you can always tape it back down and go over it if you see some letters need more paint added. Remove your tape, and slowly pull up the stencil. Now if any letters need to more paint then redo those areas. This will help those letters really pop.   Lastly, seal with a polyurethane spray. What is a Family Heirloom? Think of something that you remember seeing as a child in your grandmother’s house or even your own parents’ home that came from their grandparents. These are considered heirlooms when they are passed down from generation to generation. They necessarily don’t have great value they just hold memories of that special relative that passed it down.  How Can Family Heirlooms Fit Into Your Home Decor Style? This piece I stenciled is a perfect example of how to get family heirlooms to fit into your own home decor style. I took an old milk jug and stenciled a quote on it that fit my home. You could do that same thing with really any antique piece or family heirloom. Think of how you can incorporate the piece into your everyday style. You can use stencils, IOD transfers, or even stains.  What are Good Family Heirlooms? When considering if something would be a good family heirloom think of items that can stay in a family for decades. If you are wanting to make sure your family has a few heirloom items to pass down here are a few heirloom items to start in your family: Clocks Tools Letters Furniture Jewelry  Just pin this Stenciling a Family Heirloom tutorial below to find the instructions later!

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Make Your Own Tissue Paper and Stencil Sign Decor

Learn how to make a sign from tissue paper and a stencil. This is an easy project that you can complete in less than 20 minutes. It makes for great wall decor! Do you want to add some character to your walls? Using just a stencil, tissue, and paint, it’s easy! Here is a step-by-step tutorial on how to make a sign from tissue paper and a stencil. This makes the perfect DIY wall decor for a wall in your home. How To Make Your Own Sign Using Tissue Paper and Stencil I am really good at making old furniture look pretty again. That is my passion and what I just love spending my time doing. However, today I found this buffet cabinet door and thought this would be a great piece to make a new wall decor with it. I had the perfect stencil to use and got to work. I mean who doesn’t need a cute reminder these days to wash your hands! That seems to be the last two years’ motto. Supplies Old Buffet Door Tissue Paper Mod Podge Paint Brush Sanding Block Jesus & Germs Stencil Painters Tape Black Paint Daubers Steps To Make A Tissue Paper and Stencil Sign: Start by putting a nice layer of Modge Podge on your old buffet door. Use a paintbrush to apply it onto the flat surface.  Next, lay your tissue paper down start on the edge, and push it flat over the door as you push it flat.  Now go around and smooth out the surface with your hands. You can use a squeeze but it may be too rough and tear it.  Grabbing your heat gun or blow dryer. This will help speed up the drying process. Make sure you really dry those sides. Sand the excess tissue paper with a sanding block. Be very careful going over the edge. Continue this process until you have worked your way around all the sides.  Now it is time to use your stencil and stencil onto the tissue paper you just applied. Using your pouncer and black paint start applying over the letters.  Work your way down your stencil. Then lift up and check to make sure you don’t need to go back over any sections. If you see some areas that need more paint use your pouncer and go back over some letters.  Using your pouncer go around the outside edge of your board and give it a little distressed look. Now that you know how to make your own it’s time for the fun part. Where will this new wall decor go in your home? I recommend putting it somewhere where everyone can see and enjoy it! You could even use this sign to gift to someone who perhaps just bought a new home. Even if it isn’t this specific stencil this technique with any stencil would be a great gift. What to Use To Stencil a Sign I have stenciled a lot of signs over the years. I’ve used paintbrushes and pouncers, but the best way to get those perfect coverage is with finger daubers! Dipping the daubers in paint first and then pouncing them over the letters of the stencils. The best thing about stencils is that they can be reused. Once you are done just be sure to give your stencil a nice clean with soap and water. Let it dry and you are ready for the next craft! Just pin this Tissue Paper and Stencil Sign tutorial below to find the instructions later!

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Make Your Own DIY Farmhouse Decor

Y’all I am loving this DIY Farmhouse decor sign. It is one of my favorite wooden signs I’ve done recently! It hangs in my kitchen now like it was made for it! Having this blessed wooden sign with a wreath on my walls just squeals farmhouse decor to me. That is why I love it so much. Since our house is an old farmhouse dated back to 1902. I think it fits perfectly. With just a scrap piece of wood, a stencil, and a wreath I was able to create this fabulous look. If you are wanting this same look grab your supplies below and let’s get started. To see exactly how I did this in thirty minutes or less check out the tutorial below. Make your own Blessed Wooden Sign The best thing about stencils and I have said this more than once is you get to make your own wall decor exactly how you want it! You get to pick your wood base color, your text color, and your embellishments. Making this wooden blessed sign with my own supplies instead of buying one helped me get exactly what I was wanting to hang in my kitchen. You too can make your own decorations to match your style by following these simple steps below. Supplies: Blessed Stencil Dixie Belle ‘Caviar’ Paint – Paint Daubers Striped Ribbon Minwax Polyurethane Spray Wooden Board Hot Glue Gun Heat gun How to Make a Wooden Blessed Sign Using a piece of board painted black or anything you have around your home that you know would work. Lay your stencil down close to the bottom edge so you can leave room for your wreath you will add later. Start applying your paint using your finger daubers and gently working from top to bottom applying paint over your stencil. I used an off white color. Once you are done filling in the stencil pull it up and spray with a miniwax polyurethane spray. Allow time for your paint dry before moving on to the next steps. You could also speed up the process by using a heat gun. Now time to attach your wreath above your stenciled letters. To attach the green wreath use ribbon and start by tieing ribbon to the top of wreath in a knot. Pull wreath up until hanging just above the word Blessed. You will dropping the ribbon over the top. Pull until you have it in the right place. Staple the excess ribbon to back of wooden sign to hold it in place. Make a little bow and hot glue to top right of wreath. How Do You Stencil Without Smearing? There are a few tips and tricks I use to help keep from smearing when using a stencil and they are: Do not put too much paint on your dauber Use painters tape to secure your stencil, that way it doens’t move on you Let the paint dry as you work Do not brush from side to side work from up and down. This means daub from top to bottom not left to right! Do you let the paint dry before removing the stencil from the board? No, you do not have to let the paint completely dry before removing the stencil from the wooden board. However, I do suggest you work slowly as you add paint to each letter and that will help allow the paint to dry some before you have to remove your stencil. Just pin this Blessed Wooden Sign tutorial below to find the instructions later!

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DIY Love Signs

These DIY love signs are lovely to add some small modest Valentine’s day decor to your home. Follow along step by step as I show you how to make some signs for your Valentine decor in your home. I am sure you will fall in love with these DIY Love signs! Take a look for yourself. Love is in the air this time of year. So let’s embrace it! That is why I thought I needed to craft some new decor that spelled out the word LOVE! Showing love is not a bad thing nor is receiving it. These DIY LOVE signs will look great in your home. Place these letters on your living room mantle, a large bookshelf, or even your front entryway. I promise you will enjoy looking at them no matter where you decide to decorate with them. Make Your Own DIY Love Signs If you have been here before, you know I love to work with wood. Remember the zipcode sign I made with my hubby! But today, I am taking a break from that. I am coming back to a different technique I love, and have loved since my elementary school art class days. Paper Mache! Do you love it as much as I do?  There is just something about adding bits of tissue paper and Mod Podge (Elmer’s Glue when I was little) to create something beautiful. If you enjoyed this simple technique, like from back in the good old days, or if you just feel like trying something different, then you are in the right place. Let’s get started on this DIY craft of making something you will absolutely LOVE!  I am a neutral gal, through and through! No need for bright colors in my home. It just makes me crazy, and I am already a bit crazy enough. So neutral tissue papers are what I used to create my DIY Love Sign. But this project is so simple and versatile. You can use any color tissue paper, solid or patterned, to create a project you just absolutely LOVE. And I promise you will LOVE how easily you are able to create it. Even more so, you will LOVE how well it turned out. Just follow the steps below and have some fun! One question though. Are you a neutral gal like me or a fan of the bold and bright colors? Either way, I am glad you are here. Supplies needed for your DIY Love Signs: 12” Paper Mache Letters – LOVE Tissue Papers Sponge paint brush Mod Podge Tea Rose Garden Prima Transfer Parchment paper Steps: Prep your paper mache letters by removing all price tags.  Grab your multiple colors of tissue papers. I am sticking with the neutral colors, but you can be as creative/colorful as you want.  Working with your first letter, apply a layer of Mod Podge, one area at a time. Be sure to get Mod Podge on your letter completely to prevent bubbling of your tissue paper. Place your tissue paper over the Mod Podge and begin to press down onto the letter. I am wrapping it and placing it on sort of like a present. You can cut sections or slits to help it bend/manipulate/cover your letter with ease.  Be sure to get those edges. Tissue paper is very fragile so be careful.  I am tearing pieces of tissue paper as I work to fill in any gaps if needed. I have pieces that are overlapping a bit in areas and I like that look. But if you are into perfection, you can trace the letter and place pieces with exactness. That is not my style, but who am I to judge? To help get those wrinkles out, use some wax paper in your hand to smooth it out. Using your sticky fingers will tear your tissue paper. But if it tears, that is ok. It adds character to the project. And I LOVE projects with character. Continue to Mod Podge and apply tissue paper to your paper mache letters. You can do the back of the letters if you would like. It all just depends on where you will have these DIY Love Signs on display.  Repeat these steps as you work on the remaining letters to complete your love sign. Let dry before moving onto the next step.  Add some unique, feminine touches by applying a floral furniture rub-on transfer to your letters. Play with placement as to where it looks best. Use the flat edge tool to firmly apply it. Add some here and there throughout your letters.  You can have the transfer wrap around the sides of your letters, or trim/file them off.   No need to seal these letters.  The tough part is deciding which spot you want to place them in your home to start spreading the LOVE this Valentine’s season. I just love letter art like this! Once you learn this technique you will find it makes crafting and creating for other holidays super simple. It would be easy to spell out any word for your decor. “Lucky” in March. “Sunny” in June. “Boo” in October. These would even make a great wedding, anniversary, or housewarming gift if you wanted to spell out the last name. The possibilities are endless, and I just LOVE that about this project!!! Just pin this DIY LOVE Sign tutorial below to find the instructions later!

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DIY Funny Bathroom Signs

Follow along step by step as I show you how to make a few DIY funny bathroom decor signs for your home. This simple craft will make those chuckle while taking care of business. Are you able to say the word DUTY without having a little smile come across your face? You know like, “I have a big duty I need to take care of at work?” If you have a smirk on your face right now as you read this, then these DIY Funny Bathroom signs are for you. Because come on, DOOTIE is a hilarious word and clean potty talk is always funny. So, stinking funny if you ask me!  DIY Funny Bathroom Signs Painting pieces of wood of all shapes and sizes makes me happy. Adding a little stencil on top with a funny little, slightly immature saying, is pretty great too. Making several options of these DIY Funny Bathroom Signs could be my personal definition of a little bit of heaven. If this describes you as well, then you and I are certain to make the best of friends. I am so glad you are here to participate in this DIY tutorial that is bound to make whoever enters your bathroom leave with a smile.  Scrap wood comes in all shapes and sizes. As do stencils. So when creating this project, just be sure to find the perfect fit to create what you’re looking for. If you don’t have access to scrap wood, your local craft store most sells all sorts of sizes to create your own DIY signs. With the choice of base color paint to coordinate with your old or new bathroom decor, this project is very versatile. So, have fun with your paint choices, along with these hilarious little comments. Be prepared for these signs to be the start of some funny conversations in your future. Just follow the steps below and have some fun! One question though. Would your mother and father approve of such potty talk? Ha! Mine would. That is why I have such a silly sense of humor! Happy crafting y’all.  Supplies needed to make your own DIY Funny Bathroom Signs: Wooden blocks – scrap lumber of all different sizes Fusion Mineral Paint Acrylic Paint Paintbrush Paint daubers Makeup Sponges Heat Gun/dryer Funny Bathroom Stencil Pack (7 Mil Mylar) Getting Fat Stencil Thou Shalt Not Try Me Sanding block Spray Polyurethane Steps: Grab your desired size wood blocks that will fit your desired stencils. You can use scrap wood if you like. I am using pieces that are all different sizes, because I am crazy like that. With some tan/gray/taupe/navy blue/white paint, give a base coat to your wooden blocks. Cover completely. Don’t forget to do the sides. It doesn’t have to be a thick coat because we will distress the boards. Paint your wooden blocks different colors of base coats like me, or keep them all the same shade. It is your preference. Dry completely with a heat gun/dryer to speed up the process.  Touch up any spots that you may have missed. With your first bathroom stencil, plan on where you want it to be placed. Play with placement on your wooden board. You can measure it out if you are extra precise, or eyeball it like me.  With your acrylic paint, begin dabbing out your first stencil. Use finger daubers to stencil best. Makeup sponges work too. Hold stencil in place as you work. You decide your accent paint color. You can’t go wrong with white or blacks.  Repeat steps with your next boards, as you stencil on with your next color of choice. I have used base coats of greys and navy blue for my color palette. My accent colors for my letters are black and titanium white. But you can do whatever works best for your decor.   When finished with paint, set aside to dry. Or, use a heat gun or hair dryer to speed up the drying process. To distress your blocks, grab your sanding block/electric sander and rub along the edges. Distress as much as you like.  You could use the finger daubers with a bit of excess paint on them to create some dimension along the edges. Just simply rub along the edges adding a bit of character to each one.  Carefully wipe your blocks of any debris, paying attention not to smear your paint.  Once completely dry, apply a thin layer of Spray Polyurethane. Do this in a well ventilated area. I really like the DIxie Bell product. Let dry.  If you feel your blocks need a little more, feel free to add some twine, jute, string, or even ribbon of your liking, and unravel a bit so you have some to wrap easily. Apply a thin line of hot glue to start your wrapping, to help it stay in place. Wrap around several times to make it thick. Cut and hot glue the end to secure.  Last but not least, enjoy your simple DIY Funny Bathroom Signs, while  you know… pooping. Ok, ok. These may or may not be your style. But the best part of this is that the tutorial is simple for any set of stencils. If you find a stencil you prefer instead, use it! I am a big believer in DIYing it, instead of flat-out buying it. It doesn’t need to cost so much money to decorate your home with cute, simple, fun decor. And you don’t have to keep these signs for yourself! These personalized wood signs would make a great housewarming gift. I hope you had as much fun as I did making these. I also hope you smiled a little bit white stenciling the words, “Nice Butt!” So stinking hilarious. Ha! Thanks so much for crafting with me. Until next time.  Just pin this DIY Funny Bathroom Signs tutorial below to find the instructions later!

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DIY Cocoa Bar Signs

Follow along step by step as I show you how to make the perfect DIY Cocoa bar signs for your Hot Cocoa Bar in your home. This simple craft will be just as sweet as the delicious treat that inspired it.  Do you have a hot cocoa bar in your home? I want a cozy, farmhouse vintage, little corner in my home dedicated solely to hot cocoa. Call me crazy, but a cute little spot to hold my cups/mugs sounds like heaven. Jars of all shapes and sizes filled with all the yummy fixings to make that delicious drink. I figure if I make these DIY Cocoa Bar signs, my hot cocoa bar area will become a reality for me. My own little taste of heaven all from hot cocoa!  Do you feel the same as I do about that chocolatey powder perfection? DIY Cocoa Bar Signs Tutorial Painting pieces of wood of all shapes and sizes makes me happy. A cup of hot cocoa makes me super happy too. Making signs to create a hot cocoa bar for my home, makes me just plain ecstatic. This DIY sign tutorial for your own hot cocoa bar will surely make you happy as well.  Using old scrap wood, your own choice of base color paints, and stencils are all you need to create this DIY craft. My design style is farmhouse vintage and these DIY Cocoa Bar signs will represent that vibe perfectly.  These will serve as great accents to the rest of my home decor since I stuck with the same color palette found throughout my home. Have fun with your paint choices. I can’t wait to get these cute little signs into my hot cocoa bar area. In fact, my mouth is watering just thinking about it! Just follow the steps below and have some fun! One question though, what yummy toppings will you have stocked in your hot cocoa bar? Marshmallows and candy canes are a must in my home. Supplies needed to make your own DIY Cocoa Bar Signs 4 wooden blocks – scrap lumber of all different sizes Fusion Mineral paint Acrylic paint Paintbrush Heat Gun/dryer Cocoa Bar Stencil Pack Sanding block/Electric sander Antiquing glaze Create Your Own Hot Cocoa Signs:  Grab your desired size wood blocks. You can use scrap wood if you like. I am using pieces that are all different sizes. With some tan/gray/taupe/white paint, give a base coat to your wooden blocks. Cover completely. Don’t forget to do the sides. It doesn’t have to be a thick coat because we will distress the boards. Paint your wooden blocks different colors of base coats like me, or keep them all the same shade. It is your preference. Dry completely with a heat gun/dryer to speed up the process.  Touch up any spots that you may have missed. With your cocoa stencil, plan on where you want it to be placed. Play with placement on your wooden board. You can measure it out if you are extra precise, or eyeball it like me.  With your acrylic paint, begin dabbing out your first stencil. Use finger daubers to stencil best. Hold stencil in place as you work. You decide your accent paint color. You can’t go wrong with white or blacks.  If you had some extra room on your board, use painters tape to create lines on the sides of your board. Place 2 pieces of tape on board on each side. You will lay down 4 total pieces of tape.  Dab your paint  in between the negative space on your board. Repeating the same way as you did with your stencil. Carefully remove tape. Set aside to dry. Repeat steps with your next boards, as you stencil on with your next color of choice. I am going with a red for this one on my white base coat.   Be creative with your stencils as you finish out your boards with the different holiday stencils. Use browns, greens, black, white, or reds to stencil. You can even mix and match colors on your same board. Create more lines on boards where you see fit. Just have fun with it. Now set aside to dry. Or, use a heat gun or hair dryer to speed up the drying process. To distress your blocks, grab your sanding block/electric sander and rub along the edges. Distress as much as you like.  To give an antique look to your blocks, grab your antiquing glaze. With a tiny amount, lightly brush along your edges. A little goes a long way with this product. Give it a dirty little look by brushing it from left to right over the whole board. This will give that vintage farmhouse vibe I am going for. You can do this on all of your blocks if you prefer. Or you can skip this step entirely.  Carefully wipe your blocks of any debris, paying attention not to smear your paint.  If you feel your blocks need a little more, feel free to add some twine, jute, string, or even ribbon of your liking, and unravel a bit so you have some to wrap easily. Apply a thin line of hot glue to start your wrapping, to help it stay in place. Wrap around several times to make it thick. Cut and hot glue the end to secure.  Last but not least, enjoy your simple DIY Cocoa Signs, while enjoying a warm, delicious treat. These hot cocoa bar signs could not have turned out any better! I just love how cozy and cute they turned out to be. They are the perfect little addition. I am so excited to invite some friends and family over to enjoy some yummy cups of hot cocoa with me. And you know everyone loves hot cocoa! Just pin this DIY Cocoa Bar Signs tutorial below to find the instructions later!

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DIY Snowflake Craft

Check out how I made a sweet little DIY snowflake craft. It will be so cute added to your Winter decor. Trust me on that! This DIY winter craft would also be an awesome gift to give. Wrap it up with a bow, box of hot cocoa, and this would be a thoughtful, homemade gift this holiday season! What are your thoughts on snow? You either love it or hate it. There is no in-between. I feel strong opinions of snow are always based on where the person grew up as a child. I, myself, can handle snow for 1 day, in movies, or in lovely calendars. Being too cold, for too long, is not my style. But I do enjoy the natural beauty that is found in a pretty little snowflake. That is why this craft is just the right amount of snow I hope to have in my life this winter season. Whether or not you consider yourself a snow bunny or snowbird, this DIY project is perfect for you. You can be as creative and bold as you want in selecting your paint, your snowflake stencil, and even the size. This project can show just how unique a snowflake really can be. You know what they say… no 2 snowflakes are ever the same. I am all for the creative side. This little DIY project is perfect for letting you be you. So, are you more of a simple snowflake gal like myself? Or the fancier, the better? DIY Snowflake Craft Whether your snowflake style is simple or more elaborate, it will look adorable as your new winter decor. Choosing the size, stencil, and paint colors makes it even more unique and special.  Using old scrap wood and my snowflake stencils, I am able to create DIY Snowflake Signs that will look great on my mantle, kitchen table, bookshelf, or front entryway. I think it would be a great time to have some of my best girlfriends over and we have a little snowflake painting party. Turn up the Christmas tunes, maybe even “Let It, Snow,” on repeat, and just have a flurry of fun. Oh yeah. And don’t forget how cute this would be as a gift for your neighbors, your kids’ teachers, and that hard to shop for person in your life. This Snowflake Sign has so many possibilities.  Just follow the steps below and get creative! One question though, are you ready for the snow?  I am not. Maybe making a few of these will help me get in the mood for all that cold, white stuff all over the ground.  Supplies needed for DIY Snowflake Craft Sign: 2 wooden blocks – scrap lumber any size Gray & white acrylic paint – or your choice based on your personal home decor Paintbrush Heat Gun/dryer Snowflake Stencils  Finger daubers Sanding block Fast Drying Acrylic Spray Seal Steps: Grab your desired size wood block. You can use scrap wood if you like. I am using pieces that are not the same size. With some gray* paint, give a base coat to your 1 wooden block. Cover completely. Don’t forget to do the sides.  Let your paint dry or use a heat gun to speed up the drying process. Touch up any spots that you may have missed. Grab your desired snowflake stencil. Play with placement on your wooden board. You can measure it out if you are extra precise, or eyeball it like me. I think the improper placement adds to the fun of it. With your white acrylic paint, begin stamping out your snowflake. Hold stencil in place as you work. For my second wood block, I left that piece of wood untouched. I enjoy the natural look for some of my pieces. Apply snowflake stencil as before. Be as creative, or as natural as you want.  To distress your snowflake signs, grab your sanding block and rub along the edges. Distress as much as you like.  Carefully wipe your blocks of any debris, paying attention not to smear your paint.  You can spray seal your painted wooden blocks with a clear poly.   Last but not least, enjoy your DIY Snowflake Sign as you snuggle up watching a movie with snow, and hopefully, not a window full of snow!  Wasn’t that SNOW much fun? I know I mentioned making this craft with your best girlfriends, but this would even be a fun craft to do with kids. It really is so easy that your little ones would enjoy it. Have them paint your wooden blocks. Then you handle the “Hard stuff” of stenciling. It would be difficult to decide which is cuter… Their faces of excitement as they create right alongside you or these adorable DIY Snowflake Signs. Either way, you decide to create these, I know you will be glad you did. Thanks for stopping by and stay warm out there.  Just pin this DIY Snowflake Craft tutorial below to find the instructions later!

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DIY Winter Decor Sign

Making a DIY Winter decor sign is the perfect craft for beginners and seasoned crafters! It will bring so much joy to your home even in the winter months! Follow along step by step as I show you how to make your new favorite winter decor sign for your own home! Let’s be honest. Winter is hard. It is cold, dark, filled with short days and long nights. Sometimes winter can be extra hard on us that love sunshine and warmth. Being cold, y’all is not my favorite. Can you tell? But this little sign really helps bring out the big smiles. While making it and decorating my home with it, I am nothing but joyful. Winter Joy Sign DIY Even though I may not be a fan of cold winter days I think that this little sign can bring joy to just about anyone who sees it. Its simplicity in design and reminder to find joy in all things are perfect for any DIY winter home decor. So, are you ready to get started on this adorable DIY sign? Are you feeling the joy yet? I know I am. This little or big sign can find a special place on your living room mantle, front entryway, or even your guest bathroom. It is a transitional piece that will look good anywhere you choose to decorate with it. You can keep it neutral in colors like mine or bright and festive for this holiday season. It doesn’t matter. Either way, this sign is a great new addition to your decor. Just like my Winter sign we made together! Scrap lumber, paints, and stencils are the way to warm my heart. On the coldest of days, working on projects like this brings me so much joy. This craft is great because you determine the size and colors to make it all your own! Be creative in your color choices or neutral to stick with your home palette. It doesn’t matter, and it will turn out fantastic either way! Supplies needed for your Winter Decor Sign: Large Scrap wood – scrap lumber any size Black and tan acrylic paint – or your choice based on your personal home decor Stencils – J, Y, and Snowflake Paintbrush Heat Gun/dryer Snowflake Stencils  Finger daubers Sanding block Fast Drying Acrylic Spray Seal Step by step instructions to make your sign: Grab your desired size scrap lumber. Depending on the size stencils you have will determine which size scrap lumber you want to use.  With some tan* paint, give a base coat to your 1 wooden block. Cover completely. Don’t forget to do the sides.  Let your paint dry or use a heat gun to speed up the drying process. Touch up any spots that you may have missed. Beginning at the bottom on your board, place your Y stencil down first. Play with placement on your wooden board. You can measure it out if you are extra precise, or eyeball it like me.  With your black acrylic paint, begin stamping out your letter Y with black paint. Use finger daubers to stencil best. Hold stencil in place as you work. You could use white paint if you prefer, but I wanted my letters to stand out.  Next move to the top of the wood block, and stencil in your letter J.  Use a snowflake stencil to form your letter O to complete the word, JOY. Be as creative, or as natural as you want.  Let dry or use a heat gun to speed up the drying process once again. To distress your JOY sign, grab your sanding block and rub along the edges. Distress as much as you like.  Carefully wipe your blocks of any debris, paying attention not to smear your paint.  Once dry, you can spray seal your painted wooden blocks with a clear poly. You could skip this step entirely.   Last but not least, enjoy your DIY Winter Joy Sign. So simple and so cute.  Step back and look at your beautiful work! Now that wasn’t too hard, was it? I think it turned out pretty awesome and it wasn’t time-consuming. Nor was it stress-inducing. It turned out just as cute as you had hoped it would. Would you dare to say that you are feeling the JOY I promised you would? I knew it! Smiles all around. So glad you stopped by to craft with me today. Keep spreading that joy! We all need it to deal with the cold of winter days and nights.  Just pin this DIY Winter Decor Sign tutorial below to find the instructions later!

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Rustic Fall Craft Idea for your home

Let’s get crafting! Fall is here and I am going to show you how simple it can be to make some rustic home decorations that will add a perfect touch of autumn style with some added charm. This rustic fall craft decor is super easy and perfect to add to your autumn decor. I love all the feels that rustic home decor offers. I really do love it. It just makes me feel happy and at home every time I see it. When looking to decorate your home with more of a fall vibe and less Halloween decor then this is the perfect DIY rustic fall craft. Rustic Fall Craft Idea for your home Using old wood blocks, of any size you like, some fun scrapbook paper, and a few other crafting supplies, you can make this adorable fall rustic craft decorate any room of your house. I can’t wait to put mine on my bookshelf, but it would look great on my mantle, kitchen table, guest bathroom, or even my front entryway. This project lets you be as creative as you want to be, building your confidence, one craft at a time. Just follow the steps below and let’s have some fun! Supplies needed for your Rustic Fall Craft Decor: 5 wooden blocks – 3 ½” squares (size optional) Brown, Antique Bronze, and White acrylic paint Foam Paintbrush Heat Gun/dryer Scrapbook paper Paper cutter  Mod Podge Squeegee/Flat edge tool Sanding block Finger daubers Letter Stencils – “F, A, L” Pumpkin Stencil Crafting Pencil Fast Drying Acrylic Spray Seal Steps: First let’s grab your desired size wood block. You can use scrap wood if you like. Mine were cut at 3 ½” by 3 ½”. Just make sure your wood pieces can sand up by themselves. Now start painting the edges brown with your foam brush.  Next paint 1 of your wooden blocks completely.  Decide on which style of scrapbook paper you want to have as the background for your blocks.   Cut 5 squares of your scrapbook paper to fit the size of your wooden blocks.  Be sure your paint that you painted has dried completely before moving onto the next step. Use a heat gun to speed up the drying process.  Doing 1 block at a time, apply a thin coat of Mod Podge on your wooden block being sure to cover the entire front surface.  Place your scrapbook paper on top. Use a squeegee or flat edge tool, pressing down to push or any excess Mod Podge under the paper.  Wipe the excess from your squeegee and on your block with a paper towel. Help position your papers as you press in case they shift a bit. Repeat for your 4 blocks. Rough up the edges of your block with a sanding block to continue with our rustic feel.  Rub off any excess debri Lightly going around the outside edges of your wood blocks, apply a thin layer of antique bronze paint.  With your finger paint dauber, start applying the brown paint we used at the beginning of the project. Simply dab a little paint inside your stencil working with the letter “F” first.  Keep repeating those same steps until you have spelled out “FALL” on your 4 wooden blocks. Set aside to dry.  Grab your solid brown colored wooden block and be sure it is nice and dry.  With a pumpkin stencil of your choosing, place over the top of your wood block. Dab on your paint color of choice that will match with your scrapbook paper, holding in place as you work. I am using a mixture of blue and orange to create my pumpkin.  This is where I filled the inner sections of the pumpkin with a lighter paint than what you chose for the stencil.  Next, Dry with a heat gun.  Use a crafting pencil to trace over the pumpkin grooves to add more dimension. With your finger, smudge the pencil a bit.  Next, add some highlights with your white paint, if you prefer.  Using Mod Podge after your paint is dry apply a layer over your letter blocks and seal them.  Return to your pumpkin block, roughing up the edges a bit with a sanding block.  See how simple and cute the rustic style can be? A change of stencil, scrapbook paper, and paint can help create a seasonal set for any home. I am really inspired now! The possibilities are endless. Pin this Rustic Fall Craft Decor tutorial below to find the instructions later!

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