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How to Stencil a Custom Wood Sign for Your Home

Learning how to stencil a custom wood sign for your home can really help you save money on decorations for your home. Watch and learn as I show you how to create your own signs for your own home. This Custom Wood Sign turned out so dreamy. Even dreamier than I thought it could be. It looks so pretty on my buffet sitting next to a pretty candle and vase of deep brown florals. I love creating Custom Wood Signs for my home to go with my decor. It is the best feeling to have the freedom to decide everything from start to finish. Colors, styles, fonts, phrases, sizes, and shapes – It is all up to me. If that seems daunting to have that much free reign right off the back, then just go ahead and copy my steps exactly as I did. Or be brave and try something new. Either way, let’s get to crafting.  With a piece of wood – round, square, or rectangular – some paint, your favorite phrased stencil and a transfer, you can make this Custom Wood Sign in less than an hour. Yep, you read that right… less than an hour. Believe me? Well set your timer. I’ll show you the steps, and you let your creative juices flow. So if you want to learn how to get this look in your home, let me show you how. Grab your supplies and let’s get started.  Make Your Own Custom Wood Sign With Stencils There really is nothing better than being able to make something beautiful with your own hands. DIY projects are so satisfying and this Custom Wood Sign with Stencils and Transfers is exactly that… satisfying. I love that when working with transfers and stencils, you can make your home decor exactly how you want it. Follow along as I teach you step by step to make this Custom Wood Sign with Stencils and a pretty little transfer.   Supplies Wooden Circles “I Love Our Life” Stencil “Family over Everything” Stencil Acrylic Paint Heat Gun Finger Dauber Floral Transfer Fusion Furniture Paint – Brook, Bayberry  Small Brush Flat Brush Transfer Tool – Flat edge Polyurethane Spray How to Stencil a Custom Wood Sign for Your Home  Grab your large round wooden board or scrap wood. I painted mine with a base coat of Brook from Fusion Mineral Paint. Let dry completely before moving on.    Grab your floral transfer and cut enough to cover sections of your board based on the amount you wish to cover. Be sure you leave enough space for your Stencil to stand out on your board. Apply your transfer with your flat edge transfer sheet tool but pressing firmly. Pay attention to the curves of your round board when placing the transfer, so you don’t leave a gap of space.  Be sure your transfer sheet is securely adhered to your board before you begin removing the backing. Slowly peel back plastic backing.  Grab your “I Love Our Life”  stencil,  With your finger dauber begin dabbing in some Bayberry in the lettering of your stencil. Dab carefully. Highlight your lettering a bit to help it pop out from your bed of florals.  Let dry a bit with your heat gun.  Use Dark Titanium White to highlight. Carefully place your stencil back over your letters shifted just a bit off to add the white pop of color.  Once dry, add some edging to your sign’s edges with your finger daubers. Lightly rub, just adding a little detail to your sign.  You can add a sealer to this if you want, but I did not.  What if you tear your transfer when pulling it up? I have done this time and time again. And let me ease your worries and concerns. This is not the end of the world, folks. In fact for this little project, I did this exact thing but you can’t even tell, can you? If this happens, simply find another little spot on your transfer sheet and add another little floral on top to hide your “so-called mistake.” Then move on with life. No need to stress friends. Making your own custom Wood Sign is supposed to be fun. So focus on ALL the fun crafting can be! Creating decor to fit your home decor the way you want is just as easy as that. You decide it all to fit your style, your colors, your exact location in your home. ALL of it! And then just sit back and wait to hear all the compliments come rolling in from friends and family who stop by and happen to notice your adorable Custom Wood Sign. Thanks for crafting with me. Until next time. Looking for some fun and crafty DIY home decor ideas? Look no further than the Flippin Furniture blog. We have tons of tutorials to help you with everything from crafting to furniture makeovers. And be sure to follow us on Facebook for even more inspiration. Love our crafting tutorials and want be apart of a crafting community? Join the Flippin Society today! Just pin this Custom Wood Sign tutorial below to find the instructions later!

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How To Stencil A Pumpkin Fall Sign

Looking for a quick and easy DIY Pumpkin fall sign to compliment your autumn décor? When it comes to autumn, I enjoy decorating. That’s maybe because I really love the colors brown and orange, the colors of the season inspire me. Fall has arrived, and I believe there’s no time like right now to start decorating and embracing the fall season. There’s something so exciting about saying bye to the heat and hello to cooler autumn days. One of the best things about fall is the décor, and the idea that you can put up your decorations and keep them up all the way through Thanksgiving if you want to. Follow along with me in the video as I create a fun fall inspired sign, then use the written steps in the tutorial below to make your own.  DIY How To Stencil A Pumpkin Fall Sign I just couldn’t help myself.  Everywhere I look I see cute “Fall” signs… and pretty much any other short and sweet seasonal saying that you can think of. So, of course, we had to DIY our own version.  And you can, too, with this simple tutorial for how to make a front porch fall sign. Supplies for your Pumpkin fall sign: Your sign base Stencils Mineral Paint Acrylic Paint Paint Daubers Stencil Brush Paint Brush Floral transfer Transfer Tool Heat Gun Scissors Instructions for making your pumpkin fall sign: Start with your base and lay your stencil over it. Using your dauber, dab your brown paint where you want it on your stencil.  Take your orange paint and use a brush to paint your pumpkin. Dry it with your blow dryer Add some white paint into your pumpkin. Dry the paint with your blow dryer Cut the shape out of your paper. Take your transfers and place them on your sign where you want them.  Use your transfer tool and make sure that they are flat and nicely stuck down. Peel back your transfer paper. Take some black paint and dry brush over the sign. Frequently Asked Questions Do I need to use a sealant under a transfer?You don’t NEED to use a sealant, but it might help to make sure that your transfer actually sticks well. If you don’t use a sealant, you might just need to press your transfer down with a little extra effort. How to clean up a paint mistake?Cleaning up fresh paint can be as easy as using a baby wipe and dabbing or wiping away your mistake. Just be careful not to wipe off anything you don’t want gone. Looking for some fun and crafty DIY home decor ideas? Look no further than the Flippin Furniture blog. We have tons of tutorials to help you with everything from crafting to furniture makeovers. And be sure to follow us on Facebook for even more inspiration. Love our crafting tutorials and want be apart of a crafting community? Join the Flippin Society today! Just pin this DIY pumpkin fall sign tutorial below to find the instructions later!

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How To Stencil Your Own Projects

Stencil your own projects to make your own home decor in little to no time. Follow along as I teach you all the tips and tricks that you need to know about stenciling a wood sign. Stenciling Your Own Projects To stencil, your own projects are so simple, and can actually be a bit sassy.  Hence the stencil, “We Don’t Hide Crazy.” HA! They are also pretty budget friendly. And did I mention how you could easily complete a few of these projects, from start to finish, in less than an hour? Doesn’t all of that sound a little too good to be true. So once you have the wood, the metal, the paint, and the stencils, you are ready! I know I am ready to teach you. I am so glad you are here with me as I share my tips and tricks for getting this look for your own desired space wherever it may be. Let’s get started! Learn to Stencil Your Own Projects So many pieces of wood/metal and so many stencils that are just screaming for you to show them some love! And I am here to give you that little bit of encouragement to love them. I am happy to inspire you to work with them. I am excited to teach you step by step how to properly take that piece of wood/metal and a fun stencil from boring to beautiful in little to no time. Painting and stenciling projects is such a simple way to dress up any space in your home, office, camper, classroom, WHEREVER! Follow along as I walk you through this customizable DIY craft that will leave you excited to make many, many more! Picking the perfect paint color for your base coat and your accent color is the easy part. The hard part is determining which exact stencil you love the most. Believe me, when I say, there are just so many great stencil options out there to choose from. Don’t worry though, once you have become a master at painting and stenciling your own signs, you won’t want to stop. So if you happen to make one for every room in your home with just a piece of scrap wood or metal tin, that is fine. These projects make perfect gifts for friends and family. So you can keep on painting and stenciling for as long as you want! Are you ready to give it a try? Grab your supplies and let’s go! Supplies: Wood board panels Metal Tin “Number Stencils” Stencil “God Bless America” Stencil  “We Don’t Hide Crazy” Stencil “I Pledge Allegiance to The Flag” Black, Tan, White, Gray for base coat  Master’s Touch Acrylic Paints – Black, Warm Gray, Titanium White, Dark Brown, Red  Dixie Bell Satin Clear Top Coat Sander  How to Stencil Your Own Projects Grab your wooden board scrap wood and apply a base coat, covering completely. Don’t forget your sides to give a finished look. You can stain your wood or leave raw, if you prefer this look instead. Use a blow dryer or heat gun to speed up the drying process.  Determine which stencil to add on top of your wood piece.  Once dry, grab your desired color(s) for your stencils by squirting on a plate.  Lay your stencil down on your board, paying attention to the sides and spacing. Always have a visual plan before you start adding your paint.  With your pouncers or finger daubers, begin to press your paint gently into your stencil in the desired areas you choose.  If you are adding multiple colors to your sign, determine which colors to add first and complete all of those desired sections before moving on to your next color.  Once you are done filling in the stencil, pull it up carefully.  If by chance you go over a bit, you can use a baby wipe to help you clean up that area while it is still a bit wet.  If you want to add some texture detail to the sides of your sign, simply sand a bit or add some black edging with your paint dauber.  To complete, spray your board with a minwax polyurethane spray. Certain thin wooden signs can have 2 holes drilled up top so you can add twine to allow for these stenciled signs to be hung. This makes it so they are not just resting on a mantle or bookshelf. Don’t you just love options? How to Add a Stencil to a Metal Tin Keep your patina look or paint if desired. I like it as is personally. Tape your “God Bless America” stencil in place, since it is on a curve using blue painter’s tape.  With your pouncers or finger daubers, begin to press your dark brown paint gently into your stencil phrase on your metal tin.  Use a blow dryer or heat gun to speed up the drying process. Once you are done filling in the stencil, pull it up carefully.  You do not have to apply a sealer over the top of the metal. Do You Have To Tape Down Your Stencils? Y’all I do not ever tape down my stencils when I am working on a flat surface, because I like to cheat as I am stenciling. Sneaking a peak as I add the paint lets me know if I need to continue or make any changes while I am crafting. But when working on a round surface like this metal tin, I used tape to keep me straight and sturdy throughout the process. Sometimes a little bit of tape is a good thing.  What Are the Must Have Colors to Have to Stencil my own sign? If you have been here for a while, you know I am a neutral kind of gal, through and through. So my answer to this great question is super easy. Neutral colors are my jam! I use dark browns, black, white, and grays in multiple shades for most of my projects. That does not mean you have to. From time to time I will pop in some bold funky colors, and I promise they turn out just as cute! I like Ocean Green and Lake Blue from Master’s Touch at Hobby Lobby for a beachy vibe. Just have fun and be creative whatever you decide. The best part of stenciling is if you don’t like it, just paint over it and try again! These crafts are pretty forgiving, and customizable projects which makes them so wonderful. Wouldn’t you agree? Just pin this how to stencil your own projects tutorial below to find the instructions later!

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DIY Wood Signs For Your Home

DIY wood signs with stencils are easy. Also, the possibilities are endless which I love! So check out exactly how I made these cute, fun, and simple DIY woods signs for home. Looking for a unique way to spruce up your home décor? Why not try making your own wooden sign! This easy tutorial will show you how to make a simple sign or two using just a few supplies. So, gather up your crafting supplies and get started today! You’ll be able to create a one-of-a-kind piece that will add some personality to your home. DIY Funny Wood Signs DIY wood sings are such a great way to show some personality in your own home. I love that when I find a stencil that will be the best fit for my own home. It really makes my DIYing SOO much more fun. With these stenciled signs I made today I just know that they will be the perfect addition to my walls, or to even sell in the store. Supplies: Wood Board Black Paint “This is My Circus” Stencil “This House is Protected by” Stencil Daubers Paper Towels How to make your own DIY Wood Signs For The Home Home Wood Sign #1 Using a floral transfer cut up the flowers you wish to use and rub the floral of your choice onto the corner of your board. Make sure it is nice and applied. Then using the same floral transfer sheet pick another floral you wish to use and adhere it to the top left corner. Repeat the same method we used for the bottom left corner. Lay your stencil wording of choice down on your board. Use your dauber and pounce black paint over your stencil wording. Once you are done cover your words then slowly peel your stencil up. Distress the edges with some black paint Home Wood Sign #2 Using “This is my circus & these are my Monkies” stencil lay it on a piece of wood of choice. Pounce your black paint over the stencil you have laid down, using your pouncer Check and see if your paint is heavy enough before you get through too much of your stencil. Pull the stencil away slowly and touch up any empty space on letters that need it. How To Add To Stencil Wood Signs If you are looking for a few extra touches to add to a stenciled wood sign for your home you can always add some twine to the sign as a way of hanging it. I also have seen where you can glue a bow to the middle as well. Be creative and see what your creativity brings to your stenciled wooden signs. Just pin these DIY Wood Signs for the home tutorial below to find the instructions later!

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How To Make Funny Signs for Home Decor

Learn how to turn your craft abilities into a little humor for home by making funny signs using stencils and paint that you will not be disappointed in. Y’all. If you like to giggle and craft, then this post is for you. I have a pretty big sense of humor and love anything that can make me smile. These DIY Funny Signs are just too cute and comical to not craft. They are bound to make any guest who stops by your home smile, and that is always my goal. You know you giggled when you read those signs. Don’t deny it!  I will be honest. I didn’t love how thin these pieces of wood were when I ordered them. But I sure am loving them now. They are so thin and light that I can easily poke holes right in the top. Then all I have to do is simply attach some twine to be able to hang these cute DIY Funny Signs anywhere I want in my home. And don’t worry y’all, if you don’t have these exact pieces of wood, they turn out just as cute with any piece of scrap wood, some paint, and an adorable stencil. So if you want to create this look for your home too, grab your supplies, and let’s get started.  Make your Own Funny Signs For Home So what do you think about these stencils? Aren’t they just so funny? They definitely bring a smile to my face! AND crafting with them to make a comical DIY for my own home, just makes them even more special. I decided to stick with my neutral color palette so it would fit in with the rest of my farmhouse decor. But you don’t have to! With a craft like this, you get to determine the size of your wood, the colors, and the amount of detail. The best part is I did it all with some supplies I have had on hand. (I ordered a big bundle of those wooden boards from Amazon.) Pretty great, right? Let me teach you how to create these signs from start to finish. Just check out these simple steps below!  Supplies: Wood Board Panels Basecoat of your choice of color paint – light tan/cream & black “Please Excuse The Mess” Stencil “You Drink Too Much” Stencil – The Stencil Smith Finger Daubers Heat Gun Jute Twine Electric drill How To Make Funny Signs for home decor 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 for one and black for the other. But you do what looks best for your decor. 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 them on a plate.  On our first DIY Funny Sign, carefully apply your stencil, “You Drink Too Much” in place on your board. I used my light tan board for this sign. With your pouncers or finger daubers, begin to press your paint gently into your stencil. I just used black for the letters for this sign. Once complete, gently remove your stencil.  Add some dimension to your sign by running your finger daubers along the sides. To me, it looks a bit boring without it. Set aside. Bring over your next board. I painted my board with a black base. I used the light tan to add lettering with my stencil.  Repeat the steps from above to add your next stencil, “Please Excuse the Mess” for your DIY Funny Signs Set. When dry, poke two holes into the tops of your boards using a tiny drill bit.  Use a jute/twine/leather cord to pop through holes. Create a hanger for these DIY Funny Signs to be displayed in your home for all to admire.  Should You Use Just One Color When Filling In A Stencil? For these signs, I did just use one color for the whole sign. But you do not have to! You can mix and match as many colors as you want. Since I prefer the more neutral colors in my home decor, I tend to stick to that color palette. But y’all do not have to do that. Just have fun and enjoy the entire crafting process, whatever it might be. ANNNNND, the beauty of a stencil is if you don’t like how it looks, no big deal. Just repaint and start from scratch!  What To Do If Your Sign Looks a Bit Boring? Y’all! I am a fan of sweet and simple when it comes to some crafts. But I don’t ever want my project to look unfinished. That is why I love the distressed look so much. (Ha, that explains why I do it so often.) To get that look, just run a bit of black paint on your finger daubers along the edges of a sign. Don’t push too hard, as you are just adding a new dimension to your sign. Sometimes I even use a sander to roughen up the edges too. Just remember not to go too crazy when distressing friends. Let me know what you think of this technique. It is an easy way to boost your boring sign to something beautiful. See you next time! Just pin this how to make funny signs for your home 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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Learn to stencil your own sign

Being able to stencil your own sign is such a great way to get the decor you want in your home! I am going to show you how to make a new stenciled wood sign. You are going to love how easy and simple this technique is! There are so many times I am out shopping and want all the signs that are displayed for sale. If they aren’t discounted then I am not buying them. That is because I know that I can do them cheaper myself. Once you learn how to stencil a wood sign you too with all this thought next time you are browsing a store. How To Stencil A Wood Sign The technique of stenciling onto wood is SOOO simple y’all. So simple my husband, the farmer can even do it. We did a couple of signs together last year and the DIY zipcode sign was my favorite we did together. Supplies: Scrap Wood or lumber of any shape and size Fusion Mineral Paint or Stain Brown, Black and Tan Master’s Touch acrylic paint Stencils – My Favorites are from the Stencilsmith! Paintbrush Heat Gun/dryer Finger daubers Fast Drying Acrylic Minwax Spray Seal Steps: Prep your lumber by cutting it to size, sanding the lumber, and wiping clean of debris, staining it, and then… we get to the fun part. Stenciling!  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 dark brown* paint, give a base coat to your piece of scrap wood. Cover completely. Don’t forget to do the sides. *You can skip this step and stencil on raw, rough wood too. Let your paint dry or use a heat gun to speed up the drying process. Touch up any spots that you may have missed. Once dry, apply your “Hello Sweet Cheeks” stencil to the center of your board using the tan* acrylic paint. Using light taps with very limited paint on your finger daubers to help it from bleeding through. We can go in and add a floral stencil later or even some twine to add some embellishments. Repeat steps to create as many of your stenciled signs as you like. For my second one, I kept the raw wood look. I only stenciled on the parts of the stencil that I liked. I simply ignored the parts I didn’t want to use. “Please remain seated for the duration of the performance.” Potty humor is the best. Repeat to make all your different signs. I made several home phrases. Once completely dry, you can spray seal your painted wooden signs with a clear poly. You could skip this step entirely, but I like the finished look it provides.   Last but not least, enjoy your Stenciled Signs. So simple and so cute.  Do I have to use only one color when stenciling?  When stenciling it is ok to not use only one color when stenciling a sign. You can mix and match those colors to your heart’s content. You could highlight bold words with other colors of paint to help it stand out. For me, I am a plain Jane kind of girl, so I tend to keep it simple. But you do what you like best! That is the beauty of stenciling. So much room for creativity and interpretation.  Can I use a makeup sponge to stencil? Yes, yes you can. But I do prefer to use the Finger Daubers I buy on Amazon. I think they are just easier and keep my craft projects so much cleaner. Some people like brushes, too.  Now that we are done, how many spots are in your house, are you planning to create a stenciled sign for now? Just pin this How to stencil a sign tutorial below to find the instructions later!

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