I can still remember spelling out Christian’s name on the wall of his nursery when I was pregnant with him, back in 2006. So, I wasn’t exactly willing to part with those little white block letters just yet!
The current style of Christian’s room is a clean- line, retro style. I have been crazy about chevron lately, so I searched google for a navy chevron pattern. When I found the right one, I saved the image to my computer and made 9 copies. (Christian has 9 letters in his name) In case you were wondering, lol!
Here’s what supplies you’re going to need for this project:
- block letters
- paper pattern or fabric of your choice
- scissors
- decoupage ( see simple recipe below!)
- pencil
- exacto knife
First step, turn your paper pattern-side down, grab a letter, turn it backwards and trace it. Continue this step for each letter. Next, cut out each letter. Don’t worry about being perfect, you will go back later with the exacto knife! Once you’ve got them all cut out, begin brushing on the decoupage onto the letter and place the paper on top, smooth out, set aside and continue for the remaining letters. Let these dry for at least 15 minutes. Now, it’s time to make these letters perfect! Grab a magazine and your exacto knife. Flip the letter backwards and trim as close as possible. Using the magazine will allow you to push as hard as needed without scrapping your surface. Plus, just rip each page out when needed! For finishing touches, place your letters on newspaper and brush on generous amounts of decoupage, repeat as desired. I did this step three times. It seals any bubbles or frayed ends and gives it a shine!
Super simple DIY recipe for decoupage! I was doing my usual browsing of Pinterest and came across this great website and recipe! Here’s where I found it, Do It Yourself Divas . Less than $2 and you will be able to use it many times!!
Here’s what you’ll need:
- Jar or container
- Elmer’s Glue
- Water
It’s that simple people! Each ingredient should be 50/50, and then shake, shake, shake. You can make as little, or as much as you’d like! Have fun 🙂
What a cute and easy way to decorate a wall! I love that it’s inexpensive too 😉 Do you have any suggestions of where we should pick up the supplies for this? Michael’s?
I’m sure you can pick them up at any craft store! I usually frequent Hobby Lobby and Jo Ann’s! All supplies used for this project came from Hobby lobby 🙂
Perfect 🙂 I’ll let you know how mine turns out! Love this and CAN’t WAIT to try it.
super cute! i did letters like this with modpodge and scrapbook paper for my daughters room but i love the chevron print!
meg
megvcornwell.blogspot.com
Thanks for visiting Meg! It’s such a cute, simple way to add style to any room!! Hope to see you back soon 🙂
Very cute! I haven’t found Mod Podge scrapbook paper, but I’ll be on the lookout. I love using Mod Podge on letters and your tips and tricks should help me to make mine look more finished!
Jess @ The Delightful Crafter
I’m glad I could help! Let me know how your project turns out! Thanks for visiting 🙂
Those letters are stinkin’ cute! I love the chevron!
I would love if you stopped over to my linky party happening now to link these up!
Stacey of Embracing Change
http://staceyembracingchange.blogspot.com
Stacey, thanks so much for visiting! I will head over to your blog, thanks for the invite!!
Those turned out super cute! They would look so great on the wall.
Thank you Belle!!!
Wonderful idea and they turned out great. Thanks for sharing at this week’s BFF Open House.
Thank you Carol! It was an easy way to add character to my son’s room!
hi
these are so cute i love chevron!! for a pop of color you could paint the sides something like turquoise (or something that coordinates with his room).
i’d love for you to post at Get Your Craft On at the Gilded hare:
http://thegildedhare.blogspot.com/2012/06/get-your-craft-on-2.html
Michelle,
That would really make those letters pop! Great idea 🙂 Thanks for visiting!
hey, just wanted to let you know that i’m featuring your project this week on my blog!
http://thegildedhare.blogspot.com/2012/06/get-your-craft-on_24.html
Michelle, I’m so excited! Thank you so much!
this is such a fabulous idea Fotini!
I’ll be featuring you this week @ Inspire Me Fridays/Joyful Stamper! Thank so much for linking up!!
Yayy!! Thank you so much Maria 🙂
Looks good. I’m currently working on online designer for letters like this so anyone can build something similar by just using their browser. Try this link to see how it works.