Robert Hayes
{{gasp}} If you’ve been following over the last few months, you know I was bestowed with the stash-to-end-all-stashes of cupboard doors. With the birth of our nation in the United States coming up, I thought it would be fun to create some patriotic decor.
Nevertheless, the basic idea can be utilized to create any kind of art you like, in any color, for any reason.
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I begin by using a 2:1 ratio for a vinegar mixture to clean and prep the surface of my door. This allows my strokes to flow evenly and that oak grain to get excellent coverage.
To get my crisp, clean lines without tape, I use white paint to frame the center panel. Also, I only apply a light coat of the white because the end result of what I’m after for my DIY 4th of July sign is a rustic appeal.
In other words, having the black background allows me to create depth of texture.
My goal was to create a wavy flag sort of backdrop to my chalkboard center panel. Before I added more paint, I printed out a sheet of 1 ½ stars and used my applique method to adhere them. I share the full DIY details in the video below and also demonstrate it in this sign post HERE.
Meanwhile, I let the blue paint cure and then worked on the stripes on the opposing corner of the door. However, if you would prefer clean lines, you could topcoat your white layer with a poly before adding the stars too.
In addition to a little distressing, I also add a bit of brown wax to age my project. Also, if you like, you can add the keyhole hardware mentioned above for wall mount or simply rest your sign on a surface. Finally, our DIY 4th of July sign is done and ready to celebrate our national holiday. Remember, while I created this for to celebrate the birth of the United States, this sign could certainly have been made for any occasion.
Also, I’d like to send a huge thank you to our troops who defend our country night and day, allowing me to have the freedoms I enjoy. Additionally, pin and share this DIY 4th of July sign tutorial to inspire others.
