Showing posts with label sign diy. Show all posts
Showing posts with label sign diy. Show all posts

Tuesday, February 16, 2021

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Creating a crackled & distressed finish using school glue | www.onthecreekblog.com

How to create a crackle/distressed finish using school glue!

One of my favorite things to do is make something new look like something old.

In the past, I've used a weathered crackle glaze to give an aged/distressed look.  Then, when I was browsing on Pinterest one day, I saw that school glue could be used to make a distressed/crackle look.

I tried the technique over the summer & had great results.  Recently, I wanted to make a name sign for our foster kiddo's room.  I decided to use the glue distressing technique on the letters for his name.  Since he's in foster care, I can't share his full name, but I used one of the letters to show you the distressing technique.


















Thursday, June 04, 2020

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vintage inspired DIY tomatoes sign | On The Creek Blog // www.onthecreekblog.com
A vintage inspired 'tomatoes' produce sign.

After planting so many tomatoes this year, I felt like I needed a sign to go with them!

I saw some vintage produce signs & wanted to make my own!

Sign making is something I want to start doing more.  It's a huge learning curve for me, though!  Because I have no artistic skills whatsoever, I can't just paint the lettering on!  I have to use a cutting machine to cut the letters out for me!

I bought a Cricut a few years ago & have used it maybe a handful of times.  The Cricut is also another huge learning experience!  I really need to just sit down & read the million tutorials there are on it!  So far, I've only used i
t to create basic things, like this sign! 








Monday, August 05, 2019

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DIY Stained 'Thankful' Sign | On The Creek Blog

A stained DIY of a bare wood sign!
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