DIY “READ” letters tutorial: I recent shared where I read and what I’m reading…

See that sliver of bare wall to the left? GASP! I’m not a minimalist so I decided it needs something. A quick trip to the craft store and I had an idea…

Aged/vintage inspired wall letters

Materials:

• Cardboard letters spelling R-E-A-D (or “D-E-A-R” if I want to change them around)
• Deco Art’s Americana craft paint
• Dark brown glaze (I use Rockler’s TransTint dye)
• Command velcro hangers

2. Once dry, I sanded the edges for a distressed/worn look.

after:

3. Next I brushed on a dark glaze and wiped it off. I love the aged look it gives.

4. Once the glaze was dry, I applied velcro hangers since the cardboard is so light. (And no holes in the wall…that usually doesn’t stop me though. Holes can be patched.)

AFTER