Paper Mache Fall Letter Sign
Fall is in the air and that means it’s time to start decorating for autumn! this fun paper mache letter sign is a great way to add a little seasonal touch to your home. best of all, it’s easy to make and perfect for any skill level. so get ready to get crafty, and follow along with the steps below.
Fall is my favorite time of year. Why you may ask? Well, first of all, it starts to cool down from that hot summer heat. Next, you can start to wear layers, and hide a little bit of that summer belly you got from drinking too much lemonade and not enough P.E. Ha!
What I love most about the FALL is getting to decorate my home with all the cute fall signs. Let’s be real. I love to decorate my home all year long. But these adorable Paper Mache Fall Letters made with decoupage paper are just so cute, that they are persuading me to think fall decor is my absolute favorite. Look at how cute they are! Should we get to crafting some of your own for your home? I think so.
Y’all, working with Decoupage Paper is not as scary as you think it might be. Just because it has a fancy name, doesn’t mean you have to be super skilled to master it. Think back to all the fun you had when you were in elementary school.
Do you remember, back when you were making paper mache dioramas of your favorite chapter book in 3rd grade? The good old days, right?! Well, this fancy Decoupage Paper Paper Mache Fall Letter craft lets you keep having fun like you did when you were little. But, instead, you get to make a unique, personal, budget-friendly, high-end-looking decor for your own home in less than an hour.
Once you see how easy it is to work with decoupage paper, you will begin looking for other projects to create using it. (Believe me when I say I have lots to teach you if you are interested!) So are you interested? Grab your supplies and let’s get started!
Make your Paper Mache Fall Letters
These paper mache letters are perfect because they are so customizable. Yes, I am making them for my FALL decor but you don’t have to if you want to take the same simple steps and spell out a different word. Maybe your last name, a baby’s name, etc. Whatever you decide to spell out, most craft stores have these in stock to help you work with these amazing products. What I love most about the paper mache letters is that they come in multiple sizes and they are so easy to work with in terms of your own personal DIY home decor. This project is completely customizable. You decide the style of design, size, and colors you wish to have in your decoupage paper to add to your FALL letters. Whatever you decide, it will turn out fabulous.
Whether you went with a neutral look like me or decided to work with bright red and orange leaves decoupage paper for your FALL letters, the project is bound to be a success. Follow along with me and I will share with you some simple instructions to get this look. Oh yeah, and remember to have some fun. I am so excited to FALL in love with this craft. How about you? Let’s get to work.
Supplies
- Paper Mache Letters (F, A, L, L) – Hobby Lobby – https://www.hobbylobby.com/search/?text=paper+mache+letters
- Re-Design by Prima Tissue Paper Style
- Raw Umber – Master’s Touch Acrylic Paint
- Mod Podge – Matte
- Good Scissors/Craft Knife
- Heat Gun
- Sponge Daubers
How to Make Your Paper Mache Fall Letters
- Grab your paper mache letters and your decoupage paper. Place your paper down flat and trace your letter with a pen. Cut out with good scissors. Cut excess.
- Place paper over the top of your paper mache letter to determine if your cuts were accurate. Remove and prep letter.
- Apply a nice even coat of Mod Podge on your letter. Be sure to go all the way to the edges. Completely cover the top of your board. For larger letters, you will need to work in sections, starting from the top, and working your way down.
- Next grab the piece of decoupage paper you like, playing with placement before you lay it down officially. Remember, once it touches, it is very difficult to pull back up, so make sure you have it where you want it! If you are using the thicker dryer sheet types of paper, it is a little more forgiving than other brands/styles of paper. That is why I love to work with it so much.
- Place it down, rubbing smoothly with your hands to push out any air bubbles. Make sure it completely adheres to the letter. For larger boards, you will repeat the addition of Mod Podge, applying paper, and smoothing out air bubbles in sections as you work to complete your wood sign.
- Let dry. (it dries pretty quickly so thank goodness.)
- Apply a top coat of Mod Podge over your papers to seal them up a bit.
- Repeat the same steps for the remaining letters of your word FALL.
- Add the details to the outer edges with your finger daubers along the side with Raw Umber paint. Apply it as thick or thin as you like. This gives your letters a more finished look.
How Do I Make My Letters Stand Out a Little More?
With this project y’all I was looking to keep things muted and neutral a bit to go with my home decor. But you do not have to do that. If you are looking for a bit more boldness to this DIY project, simply add a base coat of white to your paper mache letters before adding your decoupage paper. This super simple step will help change the look of your project in a drastic, but beautiful way. What do you think… should I have added a coat of paint underneath or not?
Working with the right kind of decoupage paper is key! This can be an easy project or a SUPER DUPER easy DIY. So, be sure to check out my supply if you have a little extra cash to try something new. You will be thankful that you did. If you have other scrapbook paper or tissue paper in your craft stash at home, use it up! It will work following the same method I just shared with you. So give it a try. I promise you will be glad that you did. Until next time!
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Paper Mache Fall Letter Sign
Materials
Instructions
- Grab your paper mache letters and your decoupage paper. Place your paper down flat and trace your letter with a pen. Cut out with good scissors. Cut excess.
- Place paper over the top of your paper mache letter to determine if your cuts were accurate. Remove and prep letter.
- Apply a nice even coat of Mod Podge on your letter. Be sure to go all the way to the edges. Completely cover the top of your letter. For larger letters, you will need to work in sections, starting from the top, working your way down.
- Next grab the piece of decoupage paper you like, playing with placement before you lay it down officially. Remember, once it touches, it is very difficult to pull back up, so make sure you have it where you want it! If you are using the thicker dryer sheet types of paper, it is a little more forgiving than other brands/styles of paper. That is why I love to work with it so much.
- Place it down, rubbing smoothly with your hands to push out any air bubbles. Make sure it completely adheres to the letter. Larger letters, you will repeat the addition of Mod Podge, applying paper, and smoothing out air bubbles in sections as you work to complete your wood sign.
- Let dry. (it dries pretty quickly so thank goodness.)
- Apply a top coat of Mod Podge over your papers to seal them up a bit.
- Repeat the same steps for the remaining letters of your word FALL.
- Add the details to the outer edges with your finger daubers along the side with Raw Umber paint. Apply it as thick or thin as you like. This gives your letters a more finished look.
Video
Just pin this Fall Paper Mache Sign tutorial below to find the instructions later!
One Comment
Jayne
Love these letters 😍 Thanks for the tutorial!