DIY Monday

Ok so I'm excited about this weeks DIY Monday. I have a lot of exciting big days coming up in the next month or so, so I thought this would be a perfect DIY for me. It's also that perfect time of year that you can also make it for Christmas and change up the colours and customize it for yourself.


So here it is.. my countdown sign!

What you'll need:
Paint
Clear Spray Paint
Wood Sign
Chalk
Vinyl or Stickers

I got my sign at Walmart. It's 10in x 10in and only $6.97.

To start, paint your sign until it's totally covered. I did two coats but you can do as many as you'd like.

 I used acrylic paint from the dollar store but using chalk paint will eliminate the need for the spray paint in the next step.


Once your paint is dry, using the clear spray paint spray the board until there is a thin layer on the whole thing. Try not to hold the spray in one spot too long or this can create air bubbles.
Spraying your board is what lets you write on and erase the chalk.

For the writing I used my Silhouette Cameo and using the font Adobe Song std L and cut out "{days until}. You can also use stickers you find at the dollar store. To make sure my words were straight I used Silhouette Vinyl tape. This made it easier and quick to transfer all the letters instead of doing them all individually.

And there it is! Your own countdown sign. Here is mine. It's great and so easy to customize for any occasion.

So easy and perfect for kids Christmas countdowns!! 

Any questions or comments? Feel free to email me anytime allisoncdale@gmail.com.

Thanks for stopping by,

Allison.