Salvaged Wood Sign Project

Did I mention I’m a runner? A marathoner, actually. Running outdoors lets me experience nature up close and personal. On garbage day, I get to run past all the piles of junk and see if there’s anything worth grabbing. And sometimes, when I run in the woods I come across salvageable artifacts … as was the case recently when I found a scrap of wood that was the perfect size for a sign. And yes, I had to run back home with this under my arm.

Using a dry brush, I swept on some Annie Sloan Chalk Paint in Old White.
Using the dry brush allowed the grain of the wood to show through.
I had a perfect spot in the bedroom for the sign and decided to stencil “Sweet Dreams” in black.
I already had the chalk paint, stencils and stencil paint in the cupboard.
The stenciling was super easy.
Spacing the letters was probably the most challenging part of this project.
You might remember my bedroom from a previous post. After looking at the photos,
the room seemed a little sparse. Funny how things look different through a camera lens.
The sign provides a little dimension and texture to the room.
This bed used to be a plain 4-poster. We cut down the posts (believe it or not), added
finials and scrollwork to the headboard and then painted the whole thing white.
The angel pillow on the bed is new. Found it at a decorating store for $4.99.
So the Sweet Dreams sign cost me absolutely nothing since the wood was free,
and the paint and stencils were already on hand. Not bad for a morning’s run out in the woods, huh?


 

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  13. LOVE THE SIGN! A friend is trying to talk me into doing a half marathon in may…while I’m a long time walker, and I can walk at a pretty good clip, running, well I just don’t know, I am 54 after all! All that to say, so glad to “meet” you and to welcome you as my new blog follower!

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  15. That is absolutely gorgeous. I saw this post over at Debbie’s party and had to stop by. I am your latest follower. You did such a great job on that sign. Great find. Perfect reward for your morning run. Hope you will stop by.

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  24. That’s one beautiful piece of wood – and you made it even more beautiful, Jennifer! Great job on the distressing and stenciling! I’ve made a few signs during the past year and found it’s easy to become hooked on making them! lol! You’ve created such a pretty bedroom, too! Merry Christmas to you!

    xoxo laurie

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  26. That looks great. I have an old piece of wood that I have been meaning to salvage. I added one coat of paint but then we moved before I could do anything else. It has been with us through 3 moves so far and I never hubby gripes every time he unpacks it. I guess maybe I need to get it out of the garage and finally finish it. Lol. Thanks for the inspiration. I love your blog. I’m your newest follower. Would love you to stop by DIY Home Sweet Home

    Jamie
    http://diyhshp.blogspot.com/
    P.S. I have a linky every Monday would love you to stop by Monday and link up.

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  28. Cool! I am a runner too, but unfortunately there isn’t old wood sitting around on the Air Force Base we live on. Love your project though. Run like the wind!

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  31. Your sign is so pretty, love it above your headboard. the shape of the wood really gives it so much charm. Love the scroll work also. Thanks for sharing at Sunday’s Best and wishing you very happy holiday’s.

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  33. Hi Jennifer, I wanted to let you know that I will be featuring your project on Sew Crafty Tuesday Tomorrow… Be sure to stop in…It is also a Giveaway linking.. 🙂

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