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DIY Rustic Christmas Sign

DIY Projects· Holiday· Home Decor· The Seasonal Home

16 Nov

After Monday’s post, I think we can establish that signs are a big hit and for me, I love making them! I wanted to share a different way to DIY your own sign with a little twist of Christmas.

DIY Rustic Christmas Sign

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The Supplies

  • 1×6 board, cut to your desired size
  • Chalk
  • Permanent chalk marker
  • Printer
  • Printer paper
  • Tape
  • Wood stain
  • Old t-shirt or rag
  • Pen
  • Twine

 

The Process

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Step one. Stain the board.

Step two. Decide on the text, size it appropriately on the computer and print it out. I used Clicker Script (found on Google Fonts), size 325 pt.

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Step three. Cut out the words and place them on the board, to get an idea of how it’ll all fit.

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Step four. Using the chalk, color in the text on the back of the paper. It doesn’t have to be exact, just in the general area.

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Step five. Place the paper on the board and using the pen, trace the edges of the text. Unlike Monday’s tutorial, you don’t need to apply too much pressure.

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Step six. Remove the piece of paper to reveal the word, traced in chalk on your board. Using the permanent chalk marker, trace over the chalk lines. After all the words are completed, wipe over the board with a damp cloth to remove any remaining chalk.

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Step seven. Cut two long strings of twine and wrap each one around the end of the board. Mine sit at about ½ inch from the edge. I tucked the ends under each other to secure, but you could probably use any type of glue for a more secure finish.

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And that my friends, is it! You’ve got yourself a fun new sign with a little holiday cheer! As always, we’d love to hear how it goes if you tackle this one yourself.

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All our best,

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  1. Sabrina says

    November 18, 2016 at 12:36 pm

    Aw I love how your sign turned out. I never thought of using chalk to transfer a print onto a sign, what a creative way to do it! Will have to give that a try now.

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  2. Sarah says

    November 18, 2016 at 8:00 pm

    Such a cute sign Kelly! I like how you just outlined the letters instead of coloring them in – it gives it a unique look. That chalk transfer method is my favorite way to get pretty fonts without worrying about free-handing!

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    • Kelly says

      November 19, 2016 at 6:26 am

      Thanks Sarah!! I was debating between coloring them in and leaving it alone. I love the chalk method – it’s so simple!

      Reply
  3. Zan Turner says

    November 19, 2016 at 2:38 pm

    The sign turned out beautiful. I love all the different variations of Christmas signs.

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    • Kelly says

      November 21, 2016 at 8:51 am

      Thank you, Zan! It is so fun to have a variety to choose from ?

      Reply
  4. Vanessa @ {nifty thrifty things} says

    November 19, 2016 at 4:05 pm

    What a cute sign and what a great idea using chalk to transfer the writing onto the board!
    I might have to give a that try soon!
    XO! Vanessa

    Reply
    • Kelly says

      November 21, 2016 at 8:53 am

      Thank you! You definitely should try it – such an easy way to transfer. Good luck and I can’t wait to see the results!

      Reply
  5. Loa says

    November 21, 2016 at 7:35 am

    Ahhh, I love this! You did such a great job!! Sharing & pinning!

    Reply
    • Kelly says

      November 21, 2016 at 8:54 am

      Thank you, Lora!!!

      Reply

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