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A hand sprays a wooden "Welcome" sign with gold paint, illustrating the first step of painting the word. The image also features the title "DIY WOOD WELCOME SIGN with Dollar Tree Supplies".
A white paint roller applies white craft paint to a wooden arrow-shaped board, covering part of its surface. The board rests on a gray and white grid mat.
A close-up shows a decorative napkin with a colorful mushroom pattern, illustrating the process of separating the top printed layer from the plain bottom layers.
A hand uses a white craft iron over parchment paper to adhere a napkin with a pinecone pattern onto the wooden arrow, ensuring the design is fully attached.
Hands use an emery board to gently sand away the excess napkin from the edges of the wooden arrow, which is now covered with a pinecone pattern.
A hand sprays a wooden "Welcome" sign with gold paint, ensuring all crevices are covered. The sign is suspended, allowing for even coating.
A hand uses a thin paintbrush to add red accents to the gold-painted "Welcome" word, highlighting details on the lettering.
A hand applies craft glue to the back of the gold and red "Welcome" word, preparing to attach it to the pinecone-patterned wooden arrow.
A hand holds a small red and gold deer head embellishment, showing glue applied to its back, ready for attachment to the sign.
The finished DIY welcome sign, an arrow-shaped board with a pinecone pattern, a gold "Welcome" word, and a red deer head, is displayed on a gray wall next to an orange door.
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DIY Wood Welcome Sign with Dollar Tree Supplies

📌Instructions

1. Paint the frame using white craft paint. Roll on one side, let dry, and flip over. Paint other side and let dry.

2. Apply a coat of Mod Podge to the wood; don't do the edges. Let dry 15-20 minutes and repeat.

3. While the Mod Podge is drying, separate the napkin from the bottom layers. You can use tape to help. You just want the top layer with the design.

4. Place the napkin down onto the arrow. Place a piece of parchment paper on top of the napkin, and run the craft iron across the top several times. While you are doing this, the Mod Podge is melting below the napkin, and the napkin is adhering. Keep going until the napkin is fully adhered, including the edges.

5. Let the arrow cool after ironing. Use an emery board to gently sand away the excess napkin. Sanding at an angle works very well. Continue until all the extra napkin is removed and set aside.

6. Use gold spray paint to spray paint the wood word, making sure to get all of the crevices. Let dry.

7. Use red paint to paint the deer head, as well as to add red accents to the word (use a thin paintbrush). Let dry, then add gold accents to the deer head with gold paint. Let dry.

8. Use craft glue or hot glue to attach the word to the front of the arrow in the desired position. Let dry.

9. Attach the deer with glue as well. Let dry before hanging.

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2024/3/5 Edited to

... Read moreAfter making my own beautiful DIY Dollar Tree welcome sign, I wanted to share a few extra tips and tricks I've learned along the way to help you customize yours even further and make it last! This project is truly a game-changer for budget-friendly home decor. First off, let's talk about those Dollar Tree finds! While I loved using a wooden arrow-shaped board for my base, don't limit yourself. Dollar Tree often has various wooden plaques, cutting boards, or even small picture frames that can be repurposed. For the 'Welcome' word, look for their pre-cut wooden letters, or even use stencils if you prefer to paint your own. I found that their gold spray paint gives that perfect elegant touch to the gold-painted 'Welcome' word without costing a fortune. One of my favorite parts of this project was using the decorative napkin technique. If you're struggling with bubbles or wrinkles when applying Mod Podge, here's a secret: apply a thin, even coat of Mod Podge to your wood, let it get tacky, then carefully lay your separated napkin layer over it. Instead of immediately ironing, you can also gently smooth it out from the center outwards with your fingers or a soft roller. The parchment paper and craft iron method, as described, is fantastic for getting a super smooth finish, especially for intricate patterns like the pinecone pattern I used. Just be patient and work slowly! For those who want to personalize their sign even more, consider seasonal themes! Imagine a spring sign with floral napkins, or a winter one with snowflakes. Instead of the red and gold deer head embellishment, you could use faux flowers, small metal cutouts, or even decorative buttons. Dollar Tree's craft aisle is a treasure trove for these little accents. I've even seen cute little bird cutouts or bee embellishments that would look adorable on a spring-themed sign. Thinking about outdoor placement? A crucial step for durability is sealing your finished welcome sign. While Dollar Tree supplies are amazing for the initial craft, an extra coat or two of outdoor-safe clear sealant (like Mod Podge Outdoor or a clear spray sealer) will protect your beautiful creation from the elements. This is especially important if your sign will be exposed to rain, sun, or humidity, helping to prevent the paint from fading or the napkin from peeling. And finally, don't be afraid to experiment with colors! While I loved the red and gold accents, you could easily match your home's exterior by choosing different paint colors for your deer head or for highlighting parts of your 'Welcome' word. This project is all about making it *yours*. It’s such a rewarding feeling to create something beautiful and functional that greets everyone who comes to your door, all while sticking to a super friendly budget. Give it a try – you'll be amazed at what you can create!