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Learn how to make this simple (and beautiful!) stained Give Thanks sign. Perfect for fall and the Thanksgiving holiday - with a touch of sparkle!
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Give Thanks Sign

Learn how to make a unique DIY Give Thanks sign with Mod Podge, stain, and vinyl lettering! Perfect for fall and Thanksgiving.
Prep Time10 minutes
Active Time2 hours 30 minutes
Dry Time1 hour
Total Time3 hours 40 minutes
Yield: 1 sign
Cost: $10

Equipment

Materials

Instructions

  • Get a piece of wood sized 12" x 12" from your local hardware store (I have them cut it for me). Sand and round out the edges of the sign with sandpaper.
    Sanding a piece of wood
  • Stain the wood using either rags or a sponge brush. Rub on until you get the desired effect and let dry. I went over the wood twice with a sponge brush. It dried in an hour.
    can of Rust-oleum wood stain in dark walnut and a stained piece of wood
  • Use your cutting machine to create a "Give Thanks" stencil out of vinyl.
    Give thanks vinyl stencil
  • Attach the stencil to wood and smooth. Fill in the "Give Thanks" using a sponge brush and paint. Let dry.
    Painting a give thanks stencil with a spouncer brush and white acrylic paint
  • On the accents, apply Mod Podge to the stencil with a sponge brush. Sprinkle glitter on top and let dry. Brush away the excess.
    Add Mod Podge and glitter to a give thanks Thanksgiving sign
  • Pull the vinyl off the wood and touch up any areas that need it. Let dry completely before displaying.
    Easy stained wood Thanksgiving sign

Notes

  • Costs vary greatly for this project! I already had everything on hand but the wood and the graphic. Scrap wood is great for this project.
  • You can always use a regular stencil to make your "give thanks" letters if you don't have a cutting machine.
  • Here is a very detailed post I did about adding the vinyl for another sign I did.