Repurposed Wood Scraps

This is a super easy project that I did with leftover wood scraps from a previous project. All the products I used were items I already had on hand, but I'll include a supply list at the bottom of the post for your convenience in case you'd like to give it a try.



First I used my mouse sander to smooth out the edges of the scrap wood. Next I applied a gel stain with a foam brush.

After applying the gel stain I used a shop towel to wipe away the excess. It was a bright sunny day so the stain dried very quickly in the sunshine -- about 30 minutes.

Next I used painters tape to anchor the stencil. Using a pouncing motion I applied the paint with a stencil brush. I used leftover Chalk Paint, but acrylic paint would work nicely, too. Alternatively, you could trace the letters and paint them in by hand. But I find it easier and faster to use the pounced paint technique.

The stencils I used are a thick chipboard. I love them because they're not as flimsy as plastic. I spelled out the word "HOME" on one side. After it was dry I flipped it over and spelled out "LOVE".

The moment of truth comes when the stencil is removed. Luckily the letters turned out nice and crisp.

Finally I sealed the paint and stain with a satin top coat.

I don't have any formal staging photos, but here are the letters sitting on my fireplace mantel before I took them to the booth.

SUPPLY LIST:

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Wood scraps
Mouse Sander
Gel stain & foam brush
Shop towel
Stencils
Painters tape
Paint (I used leftover Chalk Paint, but acrylic will work, too).
Stencil brush
Top coat sealant