During winter, I came across THIS cute flower sign. I knew I had to make one (or more) just like it, so I did...
Wood Flower Signs Tutorial:
First, I designed some stencils with my SCAL program and cut them out of vinyl.
Next, out of 3.5"x6' cedar fence slats, I cut three lengths out: 23.5", 18.5" and 12.5".
I then sanded each board.
Next, I painted the boards a cream color.
After the paint dried, I stuck the vinyl stencil on top of the board. I used clear Contact Paper to make sure the stencil went on straight.
Next, I painted the letters on. For all my stamping needs, I use Martha Stewart sponge stampers. The colors I used for the sign lettering are: navy blue for hollyhocks, red for geraniums, and orange for marigolds.
While cutting the boards for the signs, I also cut side slats to frame the signs. This wood is 1"x4' lathe boards. You can buy a bundle of them at Home Depot for $12.
I then painted the side sign slats brown.
After the paint dried on the signs, I distressed each sign by sanding the edges and front of each sign. I also distressed the side slats.
Finally, I nailed the slats onto each side of each sign.
Here is how they turned out...
This is how I decorated my shelf for Spring. I bought the metal vase at the thrift store for $1. I filled the vase with twigs I got from my sister.
I added a bird house and nest I had to the display.
I saw this bee print on a website, so I had Matt Photoshop the image to my liking. I had it developed at Costco for $6. The size is 14.5"x14.5". I put the print in a frame that Matt made me some time ago.
I love how everything came together!If you are interested in purchasing the vinyl flower name stencils or bee print, send me an email and I will add them to my Etsy Shop.
Happy Spring!!!
1 comment:
It is so dang cute!!! You seriously amaze me. And I know you say you bought the vase for $1 at the thrift store, but are we shopping at the same thrift store?! I never see things like this!
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