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How to Create a DIY Vintage Snowflake Sign

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This DIY vintage snowflake sign is not ONLY gorgeous but super simple as well. Make your own wood snowflake wall art with this easy tutorial!

This DIY vintage snowflake sign is not ONLY gorgeous, but super simple as well. It includes easy to find supplies, a FREE snowflake stencil, AND a video! Make your own wood snowflake wall art with these easy tutorial. #diysigns #farmhouse #thesummeryumbrella

Good morning and hello!

As you probably already know. I kind of have this “thing” for making signs. I know, I know. It’s pretty shocking to me too! 😉

And you know what? I think you guys like making them as well.

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    How to Make A DIY Vintage Snowflake Sign

    Today I’m going to be showing you how to make one of my favorite holiday ones. In fact, this DIY vintage snowflake sign is perfect for both Christmas as well as keeping it up for the colder winter months as well.

    So, let’s get started!

    1. Cut Scrap Wood

    First, I cut a few pieces of scrap wood that I had on hand into 6″ x 6″ squares. I used barnwood, but it’s not necessary. Just use whatever you have!

    snowflake sign

    2. Glue Strips of Newspaper to the Boards

    Next, using Mod Podge go ahead and glue strips of newspaper haphazardly to your boards. You don’t need to use any particular pattern. Just slap those babies on there. I like to put the glue on the board, stick the newspaper to it, and then add another layer of glue on top of it.

    3. Let it Dry for a Few Hours

    I let mine dry for a few hours, but that was mainly because I was multi-tasking. You should be fine with just 20-30 minutes of dry time though.

    NOTE: It is not necessary to use the gloss Mod Podge. It was just what I had on hand. Matte would be perfectly fine as well.

    diy snowflake sign

    After your sign has dried it’ll look something like the photo below.

    how to make a snowflake

    4. Paint the Wood Blocks

    For this next step, I decided to do a video for you! Basically, it’ll show you exactly how to use a wash effect over your signs. This technique will allow your newspaper to still show through, but give it just a little bit of color as well.

    5. Add More Mod Podge and Let Dry Overnight

    After you’ve painted your signs allow to dry for a hour or so. Then, add a thin layer of Mod Podge to the top. Make sure to let them dry overnight at this point.

    Tip: If using vinyl, let your signs “set” for a few hours first

    Whenever I’m going to be using vinyl it is always a good idea to allow your signs to “set” for many hours before using the vinyl. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve tried to rush this step, and ended up with ruined signs because the vinyl pulled the paint right off.

    how to make a snowflake sign

    6. Print Out the Stencil

    After they’ve dried it’s time to print out your stencil! Download this FREE Snowflake SVG stencil below, and cut it out with your cutter of choice.

    Mine? It’s gotta be my Silhouette Cameo. OBSESSED with it. I use it for everything. In fact, this is my second one!

    Tip: How to use an SVG with a Silhouette Cameo

    Just in case you’re unsure how to download a SVG file and put it into your Silhouette Cameo check out this tutorial I did previously in the year. Super helpful for sure!

    DIY Wood Snowflake Sign

    7. Pull Out the Innards of the Snowflake and Paint

    After you cut your stencil, pulled out the “innards” of the snowflake and placed it onto your signs it is now time to paint!

    Personally, I like to use an airbrush to paint all of my signs. However, I totally understand that not everyone has this particular tool, and you can definitely use spray paint or even use a sponge and lightly dab paint onto your stencil.

    diy wood snowflake sign

    Just remember with any of these methods: ALWAYS USE LIGHT AND MULTIPLE COATS. This is key!

    8. Pull of the Vinyl

    Once you’re done painting and they have dried go ahead and pull your vinyl off.

    I like to give a slightly distressed look to them at this point. I get out my handy dandy Ryobi Cordless Orbital Sander and lightly sand down all of the edges, and even over the top.

    Display Your Wood Snowflake Wall Art

    Then…. it’s time to display! 🙂 Show them off in your home and especially on social media! These are pretty easy and they turn out stunning.

    I don’t know about you, but I just can’t get enough of seasonal decorating. I’m just not always sure about what to do after Christmas. This wood snowflake art fits the bill perfectly, but if you’re looking for even more ideas, check out these 50 Winter Decorating Ideas for after Christmas. 

    This DIY vintage snowflake sign is not ONLY gorgeous, but super simple as well. It includes easy to find supplies, a FREE snowflake stencil, AND a video! Make your own wood snowflake wall art with these easy tutorial. #diysigns #farmhouse #thesummeryumbrella
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    Didn’t this turn out gorgeous?! I just love the simplicity of this project, easy-to-find supplies, and the vintage-style end result.

    Like I said. My all-time favorite holiday sign! And if you’re looking for more holiday-themed posts you’ll definitely want to check these out! Enjoy–LZ

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    This post was originally created in December 2016 and then updated in December 2020.


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    About LZ Cathcart

    LZ is an artist who loves creating illustrations, custom hand lettering and patterns for gifts, home decor, fabric, and wallpaper. She is also the creative mind behind The Summery Umbrella where she shows you how to make handmade signs, various DIY projects and gorgeous home decor.

    When she’s not dreaming up new projects and designs you can typically find her drinking her fair share of coffee, hanging out with her super handy husband and her sweet and sassy daughter. They all have a hard time sitting sit so this family is constantly on the go!

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    1. Melodie Funk says

      December 21, 2016 at 8:39 am

      Hello. What kind of airbrush do you use?

      Reply
      • LZ Cathcart says

        December 27, 2016 at 4:37 pm

        Hi Melodie! Thanks so much for stopping by. I use this particular one: http://amzn.to/2iBDhbn

        Reply

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