Today, I’m showing you the sign I made out of the headboard.
I used my compound miter saw to cut the end pieces of on either end of the headboard.
You can see here where I cut it and that I painted it with primer.
After the primer dried I used my Paint Sprayer that I got at Harbor Freight to paint it black.
I designed my words in my Silhouette program. I love that you can make it as long as you want it. This was almost 4 feet long I believe. I used a different font for the A in amazing and the G in grace. I used contact paper for this stencil because I didn’t want to waste my premium vinyl. You can see my settings. Speed=4 Thickness=3
This is the polka dotted contact paper I used. I got it on clearance.
After laying it out, I decided it wasn’t going to work in three lines as I have it here.
I cut the phrases apart and made it four lines instead.
Notice that since I am using this as a stencil, I have peeled away the “positive” and left the negative.
I used my handy self centering tape measure…. LOVE IT!
Still trying to get it all laid out.
I used some Scotch Blue painters tape where the letters were really close to the edge so that I wouldn’t accidentally paint the board.
I used a stencil brush… for the first coat. I wasn’t really thrilled with how it was going.
So I switched to a sponge.
This is after I peeled away most of the stencil.
Here it is after the paint dried.
I decided to distress it a little. I think this would be great in a foyer or over a double doorway. Possibly even over a picture window? I would love to keep it, but so far I haven’t found a place to put it.
The Silhouette Promotional Sale has started! It’s a good one! I’m working on a project to show you tomorrow. The April bundle has a great Rhinestone Starter kit included. How awesome is that! Every girl needs some glitz and glamour!
gail
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Amazing all right! I love that you used the headboard! The shape of that is beautiful! I have to get myself a silhouette one of these days!!!!
Susan @ homeroad
That is my favorite project of any you've done. Wish I had a place to use it. I'm sure it won't be long before it finds a new home.
Beautiful! I can't ever seem to get a decent looking end result with stencils - you did a wonderful job! I was surprised to see the verse, I thought it was just going to say "Amazing Grace" and I was going to suggest you change it to "Amazing Gail"! I still think that fits : )
That is really beautiful! You did such a great job on it.
Absolutely fantastic! Can't wait to see the rhinestone project! I hope the storms passed you by ...
This is, well, AMAZING! Not surprised! I loved the footboard, now the headboard is just as cute! Such great ideas that you come up with!
Hope you were safe from any bad storms...the weather has been horrendous your way. Sort of makes me appreciate those 115+ degree days that I have to endure every the summer!
I love the sign you made. You are so creative. That would be a good sign to hang over your front door to let people know where you stand.
I absolutely love this! I'm going to have to get a silhouette now!!! Great job, you're so creative!
Just beautiful.
Those are gorgeous! I'm not handy at all, but get inspired to try something when I read your blog!!
Worry thou not! I have the perfect place for it! HAHA! I love that and I know you won't have any trouble finding a place for it.
Deb
OH Gail its perfect! That has got to be my favorite song next to the National Anthem both hold so much meaning for me!
Ugh the storms... lets not even go there. construction halted until better weather prevails! maybe tomorrow?
so the silhouette sale? is it going to have some good bundles that don't include the machine? i really need to use mine more but it scares the bajeebas out of me... i know silly but technology causes me to get a bit anxious and I don't know anyone in the local area who has one. i'm a look and see kinda learner so reading the instructions is makin me a little anxious. thanks for the hints on the cutting speed, etc for contact paper. had issues the last time i tried to use it and ended up using my premium vinyl but that was ok. sorry about the book.. sleep deprevation and avoiding making my costume for tonights run of our church play...
have a great day!
Love it! It turned out amazing! If you can't find a place for it, I'm sure you could find someone to buy it!
Holly
Yes, Definately Amazing! I want one of tose SIlhouettes now!!!
that looks terrific.. love that song. And now its stuck in my head,, thanks,, lol. Have a good one.
I can hear El Divo singing it right now... love, love, love that song. Another great idea Gail. Good thinking on the contact paper too... I have been using it for the transfer paper but it was a bit too sticky so I broke down and bought the real deal.
Hopefully you weathered the storms last night... I came into a flooded office this morning and a boss in a very bad mood...one way to get them to clean... lol
Have to run... have a great day.
Hugs, Deb
Glad you weathered the storm! LOVE LOVE LOVE this one! I'd love it above my door... I need to search for a headboard!
Just Beautiful. Great saying!
You're right, I do LOVE it! :) I think I like this one better than the first one! :0)
I LOVE the fact that your silhouette machine can cut long pieces of vinyl..my cricut can only do up to 24"..but I still enjoy it...but it would be nice if it would cut longer pieces. oh well!
Glad we both survived those nasty storms! We did end up with a tornado warning..roofs blown off, barns down, horses missing, trailer turned over and trees down, but no one hurt. We didn't sustain any damage..just my wicker getting blown around, but that's nothing. :)
Love ya girl!
Missy
Amazing Grace; one of the most beautiful songs EVER. Just seeing this sign makes me break out in song (in my head where I can actually sing!)
BEAUTIFUL!
That looks great Gail! The Silhouette did a great job and made it so easy. I wish I could swing one but I will wait and see if they do anymore giveaways. Maybe I'll get lucky.
Oh, I love this! I would love to buy this from you if you decide you can't use it. Amazing Grace is my husband's favorite hymn, we celebrate 12 years together this year! email me if you decide to sell- lydia@strongsignals.net
That looks so good! The painted letters are so crisp, it's like you used vinyl.
I'm glad you weathered the storm OK. We don't get bad storms here often, but I'll bet they're really scary.
Oh what a joy to see this just at Easter....its beautiful. Gail you have outdone yourself on this one.Blessing Trish
This is even better than the last. Great choice of words. Bravo!
Beautiful, inspirational, and so perfectly done! I love the way you repurposed the old headboard. Your stencil-work is so precise and perfect!
Jenn
Love the sign! One of these days maybe you can show me your Silhouette machine. I am thinking I might need to start saving for one!
We survived the storms, but spent quite a bit of time in the basement. Our grill fell over and part of it broke, but so far that's the worst of the damage.
Your sign looks great! Glad you survived the storm!
This sign looks amazing. What a super way to make use of a headboard.
I don't remember your mentioning the self-centering tape measure before. It sounds like a must have.
Love this sign - a total wow! I think I may need a Silhouette!
So beautiful! I am very glad that I stopped by!
***Hopping over from the Shabby Nest! :)
Looks wonderful, another fab project!
I have the honor of being your "linky neighbor" over at SNS Party, stopping by to say I think this is a fantastic idea! Very well done, and nice choice of lettering:)
What a great sign. I have to say I also love the sign you made from the footboard too.
Love it! that my favorite hymn. It looks beautiful!
Love this a lot! Didn't know you can substitute inexpensive contact paper for the more pricey vinyl. Awesome sign for and awesome hymn!
That is a beautiful sign. I think you are right on using that sihlouette machine. I unfortunately still use the old fashioned over head projector method..maybe one day I can jump into this new fangeled way..haha
tammy
This is SO lovely! :) Very nice job! I agree, it would look lovely over a double doorway! :) Thanks for sharing!
Amen! That's the message of Easter!
what a beautiful way to give that new life!
I just love that song! Such a special message! You did a wonderful job on this! Thanks so much for sharing! :)
http://lifeofasoutherncouple.blogspot.com/
I'm so grateful that you linked up in this week's Creative Bloggers' Party & Hop :) This awesome post totally rocked the party!
Absolutely fabulous, Gail! Great headboard for a sign! You did a beautiful job!
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