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DIY Floral Window Using Transfers

Love the look of using a transfer to make your own floral window sign? Learn how to make your own using stencils with my step by step tutorial. This simple DIY window is a perfect way to spread awareness, all year long. Using these beautiful, big bold pink florals, and a stencil of HOPE will help to serve as a reminder. This craft is a beauty, not just in its looks, but in what it stands for as well. All you need is a few things for y’all to create this look. An old window, some paint color of your choosing, a stencil, and transfers. Oh and a little bit of time! What do you think? Want to make it? Then let’s get started. Check out how I did it step by step in my tutorial below. You will have your own DIY Breast Cancer Awareness Window in less than an hour.  Breast Cancer Pink Floral Window Using Transfers I love to craft home decor that is beautiful, eye-appealing, and a statement piece. But I also love to craft something that is meaningful. It makes it even more special. Being able to select my own stencil and transfers allows me to personalize this sign exactly how I want it. Picking the paint colors and coordinating flowers will help this sign be a unique treasure for whoever is the owner. Can’t you just imagine how special it would be to be given as a gift to someone who is fighting a hard battle? It would also be great to auction off at a fundraiser surrounded by all those pink ribbons. I can also envision it as a lovely decor in your guest bedroom/bathroom. Follow these steps below to make your own Breast Cancer Window. Supplies: Old Glass Window Rust-Oleum 2X Spray Paint Blossom White Lush Floral I – Prima Transfer Hope Stencil – The Stencilsmith Sponge Daubers Master’s Touch Acrylic Paint Heat Gun Transfer Tool Paintbrush Minwax Polyurethane How To Make Your Own DIY Floral Window Using Transfers Prep your window by cleaning the glass on both sides.  Apply a coat of paint onto the back of your glass. You determine the color you want to match your home decor. I selected white, but a pale pink would look beautiful too.  Dry completely and then apply the 2nd coat. Dry again. Flip over your window and wipe any excess debris that may be on there. Paint the window frame if you choose. I kept mine the wood look. You decide what you like best.  Determine which window stencils and Prima transfers you wish to apply. Play with placement based on the size of your window, transfers, and stencils.  Cut out the transfers you need from your main sheet. Use a razor blade to help clean your window one last time to ensure your glass is nice and clean. Rest your pink floral rub on transfer directly onto the glass. Be careful as you place it because once it sticks, it is on there. Press firmly with the flat edge tool to help it adhere perfectly.  Once applied, slowly peel back your plastic film to reveal your transfer. Go back and push down in spots that might need a little more pressure.  Run your fingers over the transfer to ensure you have no air bubbles.  Next, lay your HOPE stencil down on your window, paying attention to the placement. With your pouncers or finger daubers, begin to press your paint gently into your stencil. I used pink to tie into the flowers.  Once you are done filling in the stencil, pull it up carefully. You can add a bit of white to help your letters pop, but I like the way it looks as is.  Completely dry your paint with a heat gun before you add another floral transfer in your open areas of the window. Grab the perfect transfer that will fit best in your open space. Remember you can cut your transfers and layer them as well. I don’t like to waste, so little pieces work great. Just have fun with it and be creative.   Add a bit of white paint along the inside of your window, resting right next to your frame. This hides any crooked cuts on the transfer. It also adds a new texture to the piece.  Finally, spray your wood frame board with a Minwax polyurethane spray to seal, being sure not to get on the glass.  To maintain the beauty of your window, use a Swiffer to lightly dust it. No water or Windex on the glass from now on! Do You Have to Paint a Color on the Back of Your Window’s Glass? In order to have your stencils/transfers really stand out, you should paint a coat, or 2, of a neutral color on the back of your window’s glass. You could decide you don’t want to do this step. That is totally fine. The color of your wall will show through if you don’t paint your glass. But I prefer painting the back to allow for the details to be really pop! Which style do you like best? What If I Make a Mistake While Applying My Transfer? Y’all! I do this all the time. And that is why I love working with these transfers. You might make a mistake by accidentally removing your plastic backing too soon. Or even pulling it off too quickly. No worries. Simply disguise it by applying another little transfer piece over the top. Can you even see the mistake I made on here with the leaf? I bet you can’t! You could also hide it with the stencils you apply, as well. Happy little mistakes can always be fixed, so don’t stress. Just pin this DIY Floral Window using Transfers tutorial below to find the instructions later!

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DIY Distressed Wood Signs

In this step-by-step tutorial, I will teach you, from start to finish, how to make your own DIY Distressed Wood Signs. Scrapwood, paint, stencil, and a sander are all you need! If you are wanting this same adorable look for your home, let me walk you through it!  There is not a piece of wood that I don’t love. No matter the size or shape, I LOVE it. Why you might ask? Well, because I can make adorable DIY Distressed Wood Signs with any piece of wood. So why wouldn’t I love it? Being able to create my own home decor exactly how I want it makes me happy. I bet you feel the same as I do. Or else, why would you be here? DIY Distressed Wood Signs I told you I love wood, but I did not tell you how much I love stencils, yet! I LOOOOVE stencils. Stencils are the best way to select your style, size, and overall satisfaction when creating a DIY Wood Sign. The best part is that all you need is a piece of scrap wood and a stencil of your choosing. I love The Stencil Smith personally, but really any stencil will be just fine. Next, just determine your paint colors, and you are set. You too can make your own home decor to match your style by following these steps below.  Supplies 18×12 & 16×12 wood boards Black – Fusion Mineral Paint Master’s Touch Acrylic Paints – Warm Gray (Tan) “What I Love Most About My Home” Stencils – from The Stencil Smith  “Hangry” – from the Stencil Smith   Minwax Fast Drying Polyurethane Clear Satin Sander – 220 grit How to Make Your DIY Distressed Wood Sign Grab your large wooden rectangular boards. You determine the sizes. Apply a coat of black paint all over your entire board. Don’t forget your sides to give a finished look on both boards. Use a blow dryer or heat gun to speed up the drying process.  Once dry, grab your desired colors for your stencils by squirting them on a plate.  Lay your stencil down on your board, paying attention to holding it in place as you work.  With your pouncers or finger daubers, begin to press your light-colored paint gently into your stencil. With a large stencil, I start at the top and work from left to right. Once you are done filling in the stencil, pull it up carefully.  Allow your sign to dry completely before moving on. To get the distressed look, grab your sander with 220 grit. Simply go along the edges of your sign, being careful not to do too much. It will remove the paint that you placed at the beginning of the craft. Wipe debris clean. To seal your sign, add a layer of Minwax Fast Drying Polyurethane Clear Satin starting from the bottom of your sign. Going in lines from left to right to ensure you have complete coverage all the way up on your board. Follow directions on the can for how far to hold the can from the board.   If you wish to hang your sign, attach the hardware to the back.  How Do You Determine What Size of Wood to Use? I do not have a fancy pants answer for this. And you might even laugh at my honesty. But when I want to make a sign, I do 1 of 2  things. One option is, to find a stencil that I want to use. Then I will hunt down a piece of scrap wood that will fit nicely. The other option is if I already have a piece of scrap wood the size I want,  I stick with it. Then the hunt begins for a stencil I can add that will fit. Ha! I told you it was not a fancy pants answer. I believe in working with what you got and enjoying every minute of it.  Which Thickness Is Best When Working with Stencils? If anyone ever tries to tell you thickness doesn’t matter, they are wrong. I love to use the 7 Mil Mylar Options when I am working on a smaller project. They are sturdy enough for a limited area to stencil. But if I am stenciling a large sign, I always buy the 10 Mil Mylar Option. They are sturdy. They will last. And, they are easier to take care of so you can use them time and time again. To be honest though, if you take your time when stenciling, you can use either. Just pin this DIY Distressed Wood Signs tutorial below to find the instructions later!

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DIY Farm Signs

Get ready to fall in love with these DIY farm signs that are super simple and perfect for any farm decor you are going for. These DIY Farm Signs cover all the aspects of that hardworking lifestyle and adorable decor. Whatever you are, farm or city folk, these signs are perfect for that farm lifestyle you love to live. Or you are longing for in your daily life. From “Farm Sweet Farm”, “Cluck Oink Moo”, and “Tractors.” Let me be very clear with you from the beginning about farm living! It is not easy y’all! Rising early, resting late. Down and dirty from dusk to dawn. But… These DIY Farm Signs… They are NOT HARD at all! These farm-themed stencils and transfers are just the best. So with just a few supplies, some time, and my step-by-step tutorial, you can have these Farm Signs as your new decor with little effort. And I will say it again. There is not much on the farm that requires little effort. So are you ready to get to work? Make Your Own Farm DIY Signs  At first, I was a bit bummed at how thin these wood signs were when I got them in the mail. I remember being frustrated that I wasted my money. But y’all, they are so PERFECT for this DIY craft using stencils. They are so lightweight, that easily adding the hanger was not too much work at all. I love that this set of 3 signs can all be hung on one wall of my home, or throughout it. No matter where I place them, they will look good. They will keep the Farm theme and decor consistent no matter the space. That is what I want for my home. I want it to truly feel like the sign says, “Farm Sweet Farm.” Supplies: Wood Board Panels Algonquin Paint “Farm Sweet Farm” Stencil “Cluck Oink Moo” Stencil Farm Life Transfer “Tractor” Stencil Transfer Tool Master’s Touch Acrylic Paints – Black & Red Finger Daubers Sander Jute Cord Electric Drill How To Make Your Own DIY Farm Signs Grab your thin wooden boards and apply a base coat of paint. You determine the color(s) that works best for your decor. I went with a light tan because I am a neutral kind of gal. Dry completely. Use a blow dryer or heat gun to speed up the drying process. Once dry, grab your desired color(s) for your stencils by squirting on a plate.  On our first DIY Farm Sign, Apply your stencil, “Farm Sweet Farm” in place on your board. With your pouncers or finger daubers, begin to press your paint gently into your stencil. I just used black for this sign. Once complete, gently remove your stencil. Set aside to get started on your other DIY Farm Signs. Bring over your next tan/cream board to complete your 2nd DIY Farm Sign.  Determine which farm animal transfer pieces you want to add to your board – cut out your chicken, pig, and cow!  Remember to be careful to not let your transfer get ruined by touching anything with the back paper removed. Once you have created a visual representation of what you want your board to look like as a finished product, begin with your first transfer. Apply your transfer by resting in place, pressing firmly with your tool so the transfer adheres nicely.  Repeat as you stack all of your transfers on your board. I love the chicken wire accent all throughout.   To finish up, grab your stencil and with your finger daubers add those cute animal  saying sounds to add some fun to your DIY board.  Don’t be afraid to layer and have fun with it.  For your 3rd DIY Farm Sign, determine your tractor color. I chose red, but you do what you like best.  Begin to add your paint colors, determining what words you want to pop with more attention. Be extra careful since this stencil has so many tiny spots that would allow for bleeding through. Use a finger dauber to help with this! Apply that distressed look on your outer edges of the sign. Use a baby wipe to help if you add a little too much in one spot. You could even sand down those edges too if you prefer that look.  Once finished with these signs, apply a spray polyurethane to help these cute signs to have a finished look.  When dry, poke two holes into the tops of your board using a tiny drill bit.  Use craft leather cord to pop through holes. Create a hanger for these DIY Farm Signs to be displayed in your home for all to admire. What is the Difference Between a Finger Dauber and a Pouncer? I love them both so much, and they might not seem like they are different, but y’all, they are. The finger daubers are best for tiny areas to stencil. Those areas that don’t have a lot of negative space between the images or lettering are best stenciled when using a finger dauber. Projects with multiple colors being stenciled are easily accomplished with a finger dauber, as well. A pouncer is foamier and has a larger area to allow more paint coverage to be used on signs that may only need 1 color. I like to use them also to create the perfect round polka dot too for certain projects. But to be honest, sometimes I will just use what is around because that is just my style. Ha! Give them both a try…I sell both. What Paint Should I Use When Stenciling? When I am stenciling, I have always really loved to work with Master’s Touch from Hobby Lobby. It only takes 1 coat and I love how easy it is to finish a craft. But, that doesn’t mean that I don’t use other brands of acrylic paint. To be honest y’all, my crafting style is mostly, use what is around. On these boards, I actually used some old furniture paint for my base coat because it was open. No one will know what you are using, if you just use whatever it is, well. Don’t go using finger paints now… stay smart, not a smart alec. Just remember to have fun with and be creative.  Just pin this DIY Farm Signs tutorial below to find the instructions later!

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DIY Campfire Sign

This cute, not-so-little, DIY Campfire Sign is perfect for anyone who enjoys making memories around a campfire. So keep reading as I teach you how to make your own with this step-by-step tutorial. Are you a camper or a glamper? I go back and forth when I think of how I would classify myself. I loved growing up camping as a kid, but I do enjoy the luxurious camping that we have become accustomed to in my adulthood. And with every experience, the campfire is always my favorite part of it all! So if you consider yourself a true down and dirty camper… or a luxurious nature love glamper, you will love this project. DIY Campfire Sign Using Stencils This stencil is big and bold, much like you want your campfire to be. I love how the black wooden base really helps those letters pop. The use of multiple colors within the fire seems to really make it sizzle! I can almost smell the smoke, can’t you? Stencils are such a fun and easy way to create a DIY sign for any reason, any holiday, and any decor. And yep, camping is for sure something that should have a cute sign to represent it! Are you ready to hit the next campground, or at least craft pretending that we are? I am! This sign is one of my favorites and a top seller too! It is just so fun, so big, and so bright. Everyone loves camping. Maybe some do not enjoy the dirt and smoke, but they most assuredly love the conversations that come out around the campfire. It is always the best part. This DIY sign is perfect for anyone who loves that special experience. The best part is that you don’t need much to make this craft. Just this 1 stencil, a few colors of paint, and a large piece of wood is all it takes. You can even make this amazing sign in less time it would take you to actually build a campfire. You believe me. Let’s give it a try! Supplies: Wood Board – 1×12 or big enough to fit your large stencil Black Paint – https://flippinfurnitureshop.com/products/coal-black-fusion-paint “What Happens around the CAMPFIRE” Stencil – https://www.thestencilsmith.com/products/2357-what-happens-around-the-campfire?_pos=3&_sid=91f244522&_ss=r&variant=33619318833292&aff=6  Acrylic Paint – Master’s Touch Acrylic Paints – Dark Titanium White, mustard, tan, brown, orange, and red – https://www.hobbylobby.com/Art-Supplies/Painting-Supplies/Acrylic-Painting/Titanium-White-Master’s-Touch-Acrylic-Paint—4.1-Ounce/p/8406 Dixie Belle Satin Clear Top Coat – https://amzn.to/3wDKf8U Sander  Minwax Polyurethane Spray Steps to Make your DIY Campfire Sign Using Stencils Grab your large wooden rectangular board. Apply a coat of black paint all over your entire board. Don’t forget your sides to give a finished look. Use a blow dryer or heat gun to speed up the drying process.  Once dry, grab your desired colors for your stencils by squirting on a plate.  Lay your stencil down on your board, paying attention to the sides if you have a tight fit like me.  With your pouncers or finger daubers, begin to press your paint gently into your stencil in the desired areas you choose. I start with white. Once complete, use your mustard color to fill in the words CAMPFIRE. You can use the same pouncer or finger dauber  Next grab your tan color and mix in a bit of brown to fill in your logs and sticks on board.  To finish up our stencil, the fire is next. I layer colors of the mustard, orange, and reds to make the fire really pop. Play with placement as you add, remembering to be creative.  Brighten it up where needed by going over in spots you desire, especially on outer edges of fire. Don’t go overboard! Once you are done filling in the stencil, pull it up carefully.   If you want to add some texture detail to the sides of your sign, simply sand. Finally, spray your board with a Minwax polyurethane spray. What Colors Are Best to Start When Working with a Multi-Colored Project?  Y’all this is such a great question. I am all about working smarter, not harder. So, paint choice for me is one way to be smart from the start! I always begin with my lightest color of paint first. That way, I can reuse the same paint pouncer or finger dauber for the entire project. You know I am not wanting to go wash out that paint as I craft… ain’t nobody got time for that!   Do I Have to Use a Finger Dauber? I will be honest with y’all. I love me a good finger dauber. They are my very best friends when I stencil. I also enjoy using a pouncer too, from time to time. Although some people even use makeup sponges when they stencil. I don’t have the best of luck using those, but others do! I am here to tell you, to use whatever you have. Remember, think smarter, not harder. All that matters is that you are having fun, and you enjoy the process. Oh, and that you love the final product too! Just pin this DIY Campfire sign tutorial below to find the instructions later!

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Tequila Lime and Sunshine Sign

Follow along step by step as I show you how to make the perfect tequila lime and sunshine sign to help you escape to the beach just by looking at it. We all need a little beach in our lives every once in a while, right?  Y’all. I am not a beach girl. All that sand and skin is just too much for me. But I am a beach decor kind of girl. Seashells, sunshine, and a squeeze of lime… could there be anything cuter? Well, this DIY Tequila Lime and Sunshine sign is pretty dang cute all by itself. I love how adorable this sign turned out. It is a perfect addition to my home in the summer months when I want to feel like I am getting away to the beach. The bonus is I don’t have to deal with all the sand and skin! Thank goodness. DIY Tequila Lime and Sunshine Signs  A lot of my family and friends can’t get enough of the sun and sand. They just love the beach and all it has to offer. And I love them, so making this cute sign was still fun. Although I am not a beach kind of girl, I am an all things cute kind of girl, when it comes to crafting. A simple sign, stencil, and your favorite colors of paint make this sign the perfect addition to your summer decor. This looks great in any beach house, or even your home/office when you are trying to pretend to be on a tropical island with an ocean breeze in your hair. I can’t get over the summer vibes coming from this cute DIY Tequila Lime & Sunshine sign. Picking the perfect set of paint colors to accent each other is so much fun. This stencil is so easy to put your own spin on the craft. Versatile and in style, for sure. If you are feeling extra creative, mix and match colors throughout the words of the stencil. That is why I love crafting so much. Every piece I make is so different from the one before because it can be. And no matter what, it is always cute! If for some odd reason I don’t like it, I can paint over it and start again! But that rarely happens. Just follow the steps below and have some fun! One question though. Does this sign make you want to get a cold drink, soak up some sunshine, or a little bit of both? Supplies Wooden blocks – scrap lumber of all different sizes Chalk Type paint – Mermaid Tail by Dixie Belle Tequila, Lime, & Sunshine – The Stencilsmith Dark Brown, Chrome Oxide Green, White – * Master’s Touch acrylic paint for stencils Paintbrush Paint daubers Heat Gun/dryer Sanding block Spray Polyurethane Sealer in Satin Steps: Grab your desired size piece of wood that will fit your stencil. Determine your base coat of color. I am using Mermaid by Dixie Bell.  Cover completely. Don’t forget to do the sides. It doesn’t have to be a thick coat because we can distress the boards. Set aside. Dry completely with a heat gun/dryer to speed up the process.  Touch up any spots that you may have missed. Place your Tequila, Lime, & Sunshine Stencil, thanks to The Stencil Smith, on your board. With your green and white acrylic paint mixed a bit, begin dabbing out the lime on your stencil. Use finger daubers to stencil. Makeup sponges work too. I just like finger daubers best. Hold stencil in place as you work.  On the words of your stencil, you decide your accent paint color. I grabbed a dark brown and mixed it with the green/white just to be creative. Make sure your color is still pretty dark so it stands out on that paint of your wooden sign.  But you can decide your colors. You can’t go wrong with white or blacks.  Once dry, let’s add a white wash look. Using Deco Art White Wash, lightly brush over your sign all in the same direction. This will give it a beachy vibe we all want in our lives. When finished with paint, set aside to dry. Or, use a heat gun or hair dryer to speed up the drying process.  Distress signs on the side if you like that look.  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 it dry.  Last but not least, enjoy your simple Tequila, Lime, and Sunshine, while  dreaming of the beach.  What paint colors should I use when crafting a beach sign? You can be as creative as you want. Beach decor is mostly in shades of blue, green, and whites. This sign would look great with a white base coat, a bright pop of green for the lime, and a dark navy blue for the words. It really would look great any way you choose. Just pin this Tequila Lime and Sunshine Sign tutorial below to find the instructions later!

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Craft Your Own Floral Home Sign

This floral home sign using transfers and stencils is going to be the perfect addition to your living room wall! Follow along step by step as I show you how to make your own using just a piece of wood, stencils, some paint, and a floral transfer! When you are crafting one project, are you thinking in your head of all the other projects you could be doing next? Are you picturing where you can decorate with that future project, even before you have even finished it? You may even be thinking this will make the perfect gift! That my friends are my thought every sing day. Everyday! Crafting one project just leads to inspiration for the next. These floral transfers were all the inspiration I needed for my DIY Floral Home Sign… and I got it while finishing up another project. I know I can’t be the only one who is always thinking ahead when it comes to crafting. DIY Floral Home Sign Using Transfers and Stencils Painting pieces of wood of all shapes and sizes makes me happy. Painting pieces of wood that are shaped like a house makes me even happier. Slapping a stencil on that wood with a pretty floral transfer… well, that is what you call being on CLOUD 9. Y’all. I am on Cloud 9 for sure with this craft. Using leftover pieces of a Prima Floral Transfer to make it even more special, has my heart going pitter-patter. This DIY craft using transfers is simple. It goes to show that nothing ever should go to waste. Save those old pieces of wood, no matter the shape or size. You guys it is possible to craft with the unused parts of transfers and scrapbook paper. The possibilities are endless. You can truly turn those scraps into something AMAZING!! Mix and match those paint colors to accent your home or office. This craft is just so versatile based on whatever you choose to use. Just follow the steps below and have some fun! Few questions though. Are you keeping this for yourself? Are you making one for your neighbor? What about your niece who just got married? Doesn’t she need one in her home? Supplies: Wooden sign – Preferably the shape of a home  Algonquin Fusion Mineral Paint  Masters Touch Acrylic paint   Sunflower Farms by Prima ReDesign Prima Transfer Tool HOME Stencil from the Stencilsmith Paintbrush Paint daubers Heat Gun/dryer Sanding block Spray Polyurethane  Steps: Grab your home-shaped piece of wood. Paint your wood sign covering it with a base coat, preferably chalk based paint –  color of your choosing. Don’t forget to do the sides. It doesn’t have to be a thick coat because we will distress the boards. Dry completely with a heat gun/dryer to speed up the process.  Touch up any spots that you may have missed. With your leftover piece of floral transfer, or new piece. Whatever… just get a cute floral transfer. Determine the pieces you want to use on your board by moving them around before committing. Remember to keep the backing on your transfers until you are ready to apply them to your project.  Lay your transfer down on your wood up on the rooftop. Press it down firmly using your plastic tool that came in your transfer kit. If you ever have a bubble, just carefully pull it up and try again.  With your sanding block, lightly rub the edges to remove any excess off sides of the wood sign.  Apply transfers, remembering to leave enough space for your stencil so it rests only on the wood.  Grab your HOME stencil and your finger daubers. With dark brown acrylic paint, begin to lightly tap your small amount of paint. Pushing lightly and using small amounts of paint is this trick to not having your stencils bleed through on the board.  When finished with paint, set aside to dry. Or, use a heat gun or hair dryer to speed up the drying process. If you feel your sign needs 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. I personally am using mine as is! Last but not least, enjoy your simple DIY Floral Home Sign, anywhere you decide to put it.  Where do I find Floral Transfers? There are several places you can purchase floral transfers from. I can find some great floral transfers on Amazon but shop Prima. Prima has a great selection and I love their Floral Transfers so much. They are cute and so easy to work with. I know you will love them Wasn’t this so simple and so much fun? I think it was cute, simple, and a great way to use up those scrap pieces. Just pin this Floral Home Sign 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 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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