This sign was super fun to make and actually became something totally different than I had planned! I'm very happy with the way it turned out though. It's a very easy project and my 4 year old really enjoyed helping me out. You'll need the following:
11x14 canvas
Newspaper (I used black and white print)
Wording/picture for sign (I used my silhouette and black vinyl)
Mod Podge
Black Acrylic Paint (craft paint)
Foam Brush
Paper Towels
1. Cover your canvas in Mod Podge and adhere the strips of your newspaper. (Apparently I necglected taking a picture of this step, sorry!) Follow over the newspaper with another coat of Mod Podge. You can either overlap the edges or tear the newspaper off, it's up to you. Let this dry overnight.
2. Make a cutout either with your Silhouette, stencil or a die cut. I opted for wording.
3. Positions your cutout on your canvas as you like and adhere it (with Mod Podge if you're adhering cardstock. The adhesive on the vinyl will be sufficient. Let dry until tacky.
3. Mix a quarter size drop of Mod Podge and paint. Add about a tablespoon of water. We are basically creating a wash, which will rest in the creases and imperfections of the canvas. Brush the wash on sloppily with the foam brush. Gently dab any excess or pooling areas with a paper towel.
4. Mix a golfball size drop of Mod Podge with black paint ( I used a quarter size drop of paint). Cover the entire canvas with the mixture. While it's still wet, distress as desired. I used crumpled paper to run accross the canvas. I then rubbed a paper towel over the lettering and immediately around the lettering. This lightened the area and made the wording stand out more. Remember, Mod Podge dries clear, so this mixture will dry translucent. You can add more or less paint depending on the look you are going for.
5. The final step is to paint the edges of the canvas. This gives your new piece of are a finished touch! NOW find a home for it and enjoy!
This would be super fun in some crazy colors! What do you guys think?
By the way if you love Mod Podge as much as I do, be sure to check out the new book, Mod Podge Rocks! by Amy Anderson of Mod Podge Rocks Blog.
There are tons of fabulous Mod Podge projects! Let me know which one you are sure to do!
Also, if you LOVE this, check out my Custom Name Block Tutorial :)
Also, if you LOVE this, check out my Custom Name Block Tutorial :)
What a neat project! I think I would've had a mild heart attack doing the painting step but it's so good you had faith because it really turned out great. Thanks so much for sharing at Etcetorize this week~
ReplyDeleteThanks! I wasn't really worried about it at this point because I was originally going to remove the vinyl to reveal the newsprint underneath but I really liked it so I left it instead!
DeleteThis looks so great! I love everything with old pages from the newspaper or from books… It makes a great background for everything. Thanks for showing!
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Elena { Midsommarflicka }
I'm so dense sometimes, I never even thought of using stuff like that! I blame it on birthing children :) I lost brain cells lol! Can't wait to check out your place! Thanks for stopping by! I'd love it if you'd drop back by tomorrow and link up to our Ta-Da Tuesday Link Party! I'm going to head over to your blog now!
DeleteThanks for the warm welcome! I'd love to share some of my stuff today… going to do exactly this now!
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I LOVE this! I never thought of using newsprint on a canvas. Thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteAnytime! Thanks for checking it out! :) So glad to have you.
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~Misty
This is beautiful! Great idea to use the newsprint. I pinned it!
ReplyDeleteThanks! I'm so elated that you stopped by! I look forward to seeing you around these parts more often :)
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This is so cute!! Love the newsprint. We appreciate you linking up to our "Strut Your Stuff Saturday". Hope you'll come back soon! -The Sisters
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DeleteLOVE your sign!
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Hope you have a fabulous week!
Jill @ Creating my way to Success
http://www.jembellish.blogspot.com/
SO glad to have you! You're too sweet! I hope you have a fantastic week as well. Blessed to have you :)
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I just found your blog and oh my goodness - I LOVE this!! Needing it for my front room :)
ReplyDeleteKaitlyn, thanks so much for stopping by! I'm so glad you enjoy it!!!! Thank you so much for taking the time to follow :) We are so blessed to have you! I look forward to seeing you around, I know you'll be blessed! Have a wonderful day.
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Love vinyl projects! This one is super elegant. Love it.
ReplyDeleteGlad you like it! Thanks for taking the time to bless me with your wonderful comment! Have a great day!
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Love love love this canvas! The newspaper print adds such a fun vintage-y touch! So glad you found me and invited me over to your lovely blog :) I'm following you now too!!!
ReplyDeleteKelsey, thanks so much for taking the time to drop by! I LOVE your blog! I hope to talk to you soon! Have a blessed weekend.
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This is awesome! You're being featured tonight! :)
ReplyDeleteYAY! Thanks so much! I can't wait!
DeleteWhat a beautifully made sign!!! Looks beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! I'm so glad you like it, and that you took the time to stop by and leave your kind comments! Look forward to seeing you around.
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Oh Mod Podge and a Silhouette! Could there be a better combination? LOVE IT!!!
ReplyDelete~Jeannine @ The Concrete Cottage
Jeannine, thanks! I agree! Thanks for stopping by, I look forward to seeing you around more often!
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Wow, this is such a fabulous idea! I love how the canvas turned out! This will most definitely get put on my "to do" list. :)
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see how it turns out! Make sure you link it up when its done! Thanks for dropping by! Have a fabulous Sunday!
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Very cool, I really love this! I'd love to give this a try sometime, thank you so much for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteLeanne @ www.becauseithinkican.com
Thanks! Glad you like it! I think my favorite part about it is that the imperfections and crinkles are wanted, no perfectionism in this craft! :) Have a wonderful week!
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