DIY Christmas Yard Sign
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I have signs of quotes all over my house. I buy them every chance I get and I especially load up on them when I can find a good sale. I’ve even made a few inspirational wall signs of my own. What I didn’t have were any signs or quotes outside in my yard. Yes, I know there are other ways to decorate my yard. I could try gnomes, trolls, or even those cute little stone rabbits and frogs, but that’s just not me. I needed something that would bring a little piece of my home outside and what better time than now? All of my neighbors have their yards decorated for Christmas and they all look so nice. I’ve never really decorated the outside of my house for the holidays, besides hanging a wreath on the front door. This year I wanted to make a change, so I made this adorable little sign to go with a few other decorations. Enjoy!
What You Need 1 Wooden Plaque, 1 Wooden Stake, Newspaper, Green Spray Paint, Gold Spray Paint, 2 Nails (long enough to go through the plaque and stake together), Hammer, Poster Alphabets, Clear Acrylic Spray Sealer
Directions
Lay newspaper on a flat, even surface and place plaque on top. Spray paint the front of the plaque in an even layer. Allow first coat to dry, then apply a second coat. Allow paint to dry, then set aside. Place the stake onto the newspaper. Spray paint the front of the stake in an even layer. Allow first coat to dry, then apply a second coat. Allow paint to completely dry.
Place the plaque face-down onto the newspaper. Place the stake face-down onto the back of the plaque, ensuring that the stake is centered on the plaque. Hammer in one nail near the top of the stake. Make sure that the nail does not go through the plaque. Holding the stake steady, nail in the second nail about 2 ½ inches below the first nail.
Use the poster alphabets to write your message.
In an even layer, spray the front of the plaque and stake with the sealer spray. Allow to completely dry. Spray the back of the plaque and sign.
Allow to completely dry before placing in yard.
looks really easy enough to do 😀
It’s super easy, Andi!
I think you could do one of these for each holiday! Cute idea!
Yes, I think I will try that, Erin!
I really love this idea!! I told my sister about it and she agrees that it’s a fun family craft!
Hi, Jessica! As a family craft the kiddos can come up with the sayings for the signs.
That is such a cute idea. MY daughter loves elves!
Hi, Michelle! Thank you so much!
I love it! I really want to the outside of my home to have more character too. That sign looks so awesome and not very expensive to make.
Thank you, Heather!
That came out great. I absolutely love it.
Thank you so much, Robin!
That is a really nice idea, and it is different enough to stand out in the neighborhood. I don’t do lights outside because of the addl electric bill. I like lighted tree and garlands and staircase, so I can’t do the outside too. Thanks for the good idea!
Hi, Kim! All of the lights do get a little expensive.
Awesome idea! It looks like it would be very easy to do and you could change up the sayings, too.
Thank you, Laura!
That is a really cute idea. I have to try that. There are so many possibilities.
Hi, Jen! I may use this technique for other holidays, as well!
I love the Elves at Work sign, that’s cute, cute, cute. I think I’ll pin it. 🙂
Thank you for the pin, Rosey!
Great tutorial! I think this little sign is great for this time of year!
I couldn’t agree with you more, Caitlin!
Why didn’t I think to use stickers the way you did. I love this SO much!
Thank you, Liz!
Wow! You make it look so easy!
It’s one of the easiest crafts I’ve ever done!
It just does not get any cuter or any easier to make this Christmas yard sign! I love it! It is super cute!
Thank you, Coralie!
This is so cute! Very creative projects thank you for sharing.
Wishing you a Merry Christmas!
Love this and love how easy it is! I am going to have to try this, because I think it’s a great decorative touch. It really would be neat with a light shining on it at night. Thanks for sharing.
Hi, McKenzie! I’ll definitely try the lights next year. It sounds like a great idea!