Easy craft sign made in 30 minutes or less

Think of someone you know with a grateful heart.  This easy craft sign is for them.  Plus you can make it in 30 minutes or less.

The sign starts with basic supplies from Walmart, which makes it inexpensive too.  You can make several to give as gifts to all your friends with grateful hearts.

This post contains affiliate links. I may make a commission for your purchase at no extra cost to you. This helps me maintain the website.  Thank you for your support. Think of it as a friend letting you know where I found a product I use, love or want.  Click here to read my full disclosure policy.

The supply list

{Sorry for the extra bright image!  I toned it down.  If you follow me, you know we are traveling in the RV.  The sun was extra bright.}

One square board  {the one I found uses twine to hang the sign}

Nine 2-inch square canvas  {I found mine in bundles on 3}

Lettering paintbrush {This is one of my favorites}

Small artist brush

Two different colors of craft paints

Craft glue {I love using this one}

Ruler

Paper towels and a cup of water

The steps

First, paint the canvases with two coats of craft paint.  I used Folk Art in Steel Gray.  Let the paint dry.

Next is the lettering, let’s do this fast

 

I used Folk Art parchment, which is a soft white color.

Here are my tips, from someones with terrible handwriting.

• Pick a simple font
• Use your computer to pick a font.  Print the letters you plan to use or if you’re comfortable leaving them up on your screen.
• Use a lettering type of brush.  I like the calligraphy brushes.  They hold plenty of paint and still keep in fine point.
• Load enough paint on your brush to complete each letter.
• Practice on scrap paper.
• Take a deep breathe and go for it.
• Don’t fret about mistakes.  You friend with a grateful heart will love your painter handwriting.

Let the lettering dry.

The Big Layout

Lay out your letters first on the board.  Makes sure you’re spelling the word correctly.  I almost didn’t.  That would be a whole other gift.

Now, use your ruler to center the middle canvas.  Then space the others out from the center.  Use your craft glue to adhere to the board.

Can you think of other ideas to say in nine letters?  Share your ideas in comments below for other readers.

Now if I could learn to hook up the sewer hose to the RV in 30 minutes or less!  UGH!