I’ve gotten a lot of nice comments about my laundry room reveal. Thanks everyone! I’ve also gotten some questions about the sign that I made for the shelf, so today I’m going to share a few more details about how to make a sign using vinyl letters. It’s an easy project!
HOW TO MAKE A SIGN USING VINYL LETTERS
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MATERIALS
Vinyl decal
Board – mine was a 1″ x 8″ that was long enough for the decal
Sander or sandpaper
Tack cloth
Paintbrush
Primer
Paint – white and black
Instructions:
- I looked for a fun sign for the laundry room for a long time. I finally found this decal that says “The Laundry Room loads of fun”. I just needed to find a way to make it into a sign.
- Prep the board-
- I always seem to have leftover pieces of wood from drapery projects, so I looked over my stash, and found a board that would work great for making the sign. It’s a 1″ x 8″ (which really measures at 7 1/2″) board, and the length was perfect for the decal.
- I sanded the front and all four side edges of the board with my sander. (I love this sander – I’ve put it through a lot during the last couple of years, and it keeps on working great!) After sanding the board, I wiped it down with a tack cloth.
- Then I primed and painted the board white.
- I also painted the edges of the board black.
- Apply the decal to the board – I’ve created a video to show how to apply the decal to the board, and I’ve also written out the instructions below.
- Peel off the backing that the decal is stuck to.
- Center the decal on the board, and press down just on the corners.
- Press down using your fingers in the center of the decal, then press from the center to the top and center to the bottom and each side. Making a plus sign.
- In each of the four sections, press from the plus sign to the outer edges.
- Press down on each of the letters again to make sure they are adhered to the board.
- Starting in one corner, peel off the transfer tape and leaving the black letters on the board. Work slowly and carefully. If a letter wants to come up with the transfer tape, then press it back down and try to peel off the transfer tape again.
I love how it turned out!
This was a fairly simple project, and inexpensive. I did have to buy the decal, but I had everything else on hand.
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Such a cute and simple idea! Thanks for sharing
Thanks Kristen! It really is so simple to do!
So I watched your video on making the laundry sign. I understand you need a circuit cutter and/or a Silouett machine in making vinyl signs?
Tina, you can use a Cricut or Silhouette to make vinyl signs, or you can simply buy the vinyl decals. If you click on the link under Materials Needed that says Vinyl Decal, you can purchase the decal from Amazon.
I am interested in making monogram initials to put on my back window on my suv….how do you print this monogram off on vinyl and do you have to have a circut cutter….someone had suggested that the library might have one. Thanks in advance for your guidance ……….
Jackie, you would probably have to have a Cricut machine to do this project.
I am a neeeewwwbeeeee to the Vinyl used on Wood to make a sign world. Scared but would really like to get into making them for my home and for family. Which do you suggest with your experience. Circuit or Silhouette?
Kimber, I have only used a Cricut. You can read about my experience with it in this post: https://www.newtoncustominteriors.com/how-to-make-a-diy-sign/
That looks amazing! What a simple and cheap idea!
Thanks Joanne!
I love that!
Thanks Allycia!
Thanks for sharing this idea; it’s one even I could do. And will. A nice touch for your laundry room–well done!
Thanks Mia! It was a fun project to make!
Such a great idea. Where did you find the laundry decal?
Jennifer, if you click on the link under Materials Needed. Vinyl Decal – it will take you to Amazon, and you can order it there. Good luck with your project!
This is great! I have a Cricut that I haven’t learned to use yet…this sure would be easier! 🙂
Thanks Crystal! Yes, it’s so easy!
That looks fabulous! LOVE IT!!
Thanks!
I love how you made the outside edges black, and the decal is great. Cute little sign for the laundry room. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks Laurie!
Very cute! I want to make one for my laundry room!
Thanks Vineta! Give it a try!
I love that green! The sign is really cute and is soooo perfect in the space. You always do such a nice job! I am in love with the whole room!
Thanks Michelle! You’re so sweet!
This is so cute! I love creating vinyl things with my cricut…maybe I should make some signs/decor for the house! Thanks for the inspiration!! 🙂
Thanks Amy! The Cricut would be great for making signs!
What is the name of that green paint color? I love it.
Melinda, the green paint color is Fern Glow from Pittsburgh Paints.
Jan – Super Post. Where can a person order/buy the vinyl lettering to make a sign similar to this?
Thanks,
Rod
Rod, I bought my vinyl lettering on Amazon. If you go back to the Materials section of this post, there’s a link for vinyl decal. I’m sure Amazon has other vinyl lettering available.
Thanks for sharing. This was my first project with my Silhouette Cameo and I love it.
Great Megan! I’m glad this tutorial was helpful!
Love this project! Did you use any type of sealer on it? If so, do you seal it before you put the vinyl on?
Thanks
Thanks Toni! I did not use a sealer.
Thank you for sharing. I’ve been wanting my husband to try this.
Did you put any type of sealer over this once it was finished?
Chris, no, I did not put any type of sealer on the sign once it was finished.
I love your lundry room sign and your designs over the washer and dryer.
Thanks Ivory!
love it! what kind of transfer paper are you using? all the ones i find are super sticky and make it hard to put the decal on just right. this one looks great!
Courtney, you can click the link in the materials list – vinyl decal to see the decal that I used and where I purchased it from. Thanks!
Did you use a specific type of paint? Acrylic or a water based paint? THX!!
I just used some leftover latex paint that I already had. Good luck with your project!
If I wanted to make a sign for outside, what would you seal it with?
Katie, I have never made a sign for outside, so I can’t help you with how to seal it.
Did the letters hold up? I stained my wood then pressed a wall art sticker on mine and I’m scared that it will come off after a while…trying to figure out whether I should mod podge it or not
Mine has held up well. If you’re concerned you could apply a couple of coats of polycrylic.
With all the time put into this sign. How much could you sell it for and how did you come up with that price.
Joe, I did not make the sign to sell, so I’m sorry, but I have no idea.
Thank you for sharing your projects and videos. Picked up lots of ideas. Your laundry room looks terrific?
Thanks Barbara!
How bi is the sign. I know it says 1”x8” in the post but that seems really small. It such a cute sign I can’t wait to make it.
1″ x 8″ is the type of board. You need to cut the board to fit whatever size vinyl decal you choose. Good luck with your project!
what font is this?
Carol, I didn’t create the vinyl transfer, so I don’t know what font it is.
I like your tip about peeling back the decal. My wife and I are thinking about making signs for my daughter’s bedroom and we don’t know where to start. I’ll have to consider your tips so that we can make great signs.
Good luck with your project.