Hey there lovelies!
If you’ve been around the blog for a while, you’ve heard me mention all the stuff the previous owners of our home left behind. Some good, some not so good.
A couple of weeks after moving in, while clearing the garage out I came across this 28×11 piece of plywood. This was a ‘goodie’ because as a crafter I could always use scrap wood, it saved me a couple bucks, and a trip to the HD. Win, win, WIN!
I immediately thought about this awesome sign I had pinned for ‘later’:
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So using it as my inspiration piece, I decided to attempt my own version! I used what I had on hand, which you may notice, I do quite a bit :)
I got started painting the plywood with black chalkboard paint. Yes, chalkboard paint because it dries fast, and usually doesn’t require primer. And I have no patience.
The only stencils I had in my stash were 2″ thick block letters, so I had to scale back the wording a bit. I got rid of the ‘laundry piles’ piece because honestly I didn’t want anything around to remind me I need to catch up on laundry! O.k., also it wasn’t kitchen related and that’s where this sign was to live.
Of course this was my pre-blog days so I didn’t take pictures of the process. Go ahead and yell at me!
Once the paint was dry I created the wording with the stencils and taped them on to the board with painter’s tape. Using a foam brush, I dabbed white paint on the stencils. I had to go back and add a couple more coats of the white since I was going over black.
Once it was all completely dry (overnight), I went crazy with the sandpaper from top to bottom. I really wanted it to look like a piece that’s had a really hard life.
I added a saw tooth hanger on the back, by simply nailing it into place with the teeny nails they come with.
Messy isn’t it? The backs of most of my projects look like that or worse. Who cares? It’s against the wall (wink)!
To give it an aged look and to seal it, I added a coat of wood stain with a sealer built in.
People always have a chuckle when they read this in my kitchen!
Have you put your own twist on something you’ve seen in the blogosphere? Leave me a comment and let me know!
Off to do my laundry now….
Sarah @ Becoming Martha says
Very cute! I must be a super-mom :)
Barbara Hiatt says
Thanks friend! I bet you are!! :)
Pamela says
Love it!Very creative!
Barbara Hiatt says
Thanks Pamela! Sometimes in the midst of life’s craziness you need a little chuckle! :)
Britney Jean says
This is so cute! I love that quote!
Barbara Hiatt says
Thanks so much Britney!
Patty says
I love this. I am totally making one of these! Thanks for posting it!
Barbara Hiatt says
Thanks Patty! Would love to see yours!
Laura from Top This Top That says
This is great!! visiting via French Country Cottage
Barbara Hiatt says
Thank you Laura! Glad you stopped by! :)
Patti says
Yes! I make a ‘HOME’ sign that you can see on my blog. I saw it too in the land of Blogs…but put my own twist to it. It’s like the subway art. I love your sign. My hubby always laughs when I paint something…then make it look old. ‘trust me’ I always say…It will look better old! lol
-They don’t get it-
-Patti
http://amomentofsimplicity.blogspot.com/
Barbara Hiatt says
Patti, They sure don’t get it! My husband always tells me to leave it all shiny and new..and I say, well where’s the fun in that! Thank you for stopping by! I’ll stop by your blog and check out your sign!
Bonny Yokeley says
I love it, not just the message but the look!
Bonny @ thedomesticatedprincess.blogspot.com
craftythriftydecoratingwifemom says
L.O.V.E. it! Wish I had that when my adult kids were kids. Maybe I should do that with what’s on a refrigerator magnet hubs gave me “A clean house is a sign of a mis-spent life.” Works for me.
Janet
Barbara Hiatt says
Janet, you can make one for grand kids, or hey, you’ll always be their ‘mom’ so it still applies! Thank you for the visit!
Angie Granata says
I love your sign. So true.
Barbara Hiatt says
Thank you Angie!
Gin says
Love this–need one of these myself!
Barbara Hiatt says
Thanks Gin!
Katie Drane says
I’m so glad that I’m following you! Love this sign and good to know that I’m a good mom. LOL! Thanks for sharing on Not Just a Housewife.
Katie
http://www.funhomethings.com
Barbara Hiatt says
Hi Katie! Thanks for following! LOL Love that this reminds you that you ARE a good mom! Thank you for stopping by!
Kristen says
Very cute!! I need one of these :)
Kristen @ Trial & Error Homemaking
Barbara Hiatt says
Thank you Kristen! Love the name of your blog! Story of my life:)
Richella says
I really like this! Based on these, I think maybe I’m a better mom than I thought! :) Thanks for the encouragement!
Barbara Hiatt says
LOL You’re so funny! Glad you liked it Richella!
Christie says
Hi!LOVE THIS!!!! I found you through Women Living Well and I’m your newest follower! I look forward to connecting with you!
Christie
http://satisfactionthroughchrist.blogspot.com
Barbara Hiatt says
Thanks Christie! Happy you’re here! Welcome :)
Betsy @ Romance on a Dime says
Love this! Thanks for linking up at Take it on Tuesday.
Barbara Hiatt says
Thanks for hosting Betsy!!
Courtney ~ French Country Cottage says
It turned out darling~ Thank you for sharing at Feathered Nest Friday!
Barbara Hiatt says
Thanks for hosting Courtney!
-Emily- says
I love this!! What a great idea. I need this hanging in my kitchen :)
Barbara Hiatt says
Thanks Emily! I hope you make it, and embrace it! Good moms, are too busy being good moms to do the rest of that stuff sometimes! :)
Angie says
Truer words have never been spoken! I love this project and your distressing is just the perfect touch!
I found you on Vintage Gwen and am looking forward to exploring your site!
Angie
Barbara Hiatt says
Thank you Angie! Welcome, hope you’ll be back often!
Kadie says
Ahhh I LOVE that saying!! Great sign!!
Amy says
That’s a great quote!!