I love old barn wood and the character that is in it. I picked up a few pieces around the farm a few weeks back. I finally got around to making my first sign.
So what do you think? I just freehanded on the “Welcome” and then sanded over it with a course sand paper to make the paint look worn.
This sign is on my front porch. I am hoping to do some more “porch” and outdoor posts over the next few weeks. While we are out here…that wicker has seen better days and I am thinking of throwing it out. Anyone have an idea that I can use for old wicker chairs that are in BAD shape?? I might even add some farmhouse pillows while I am out there!
You did a good job with the freehand. I think that is really hard. I am trying to spruce up my front and back porch. It won’t quit raining (which is probably a good thing) and I just don’t have enough hours in the day.
Your free hand is much better than mine would have been! I love old, seasoned wood too. Very welcoming! ;O)
You are so brave to free hand. I’m a mess when I try. That’s why I don’t. Spray paint can help your wicker chairs. It binds the wicker together and you’ll get at least another year out of them!
Jeanine
You free handed that? Awesome! I LOVE LOVE LOVE anything that has a farmhouse, worn look. Your’s came out lovely!
I had some wicker chairs that a cat attacked and damaged on the arms and legs. I first wove back in everthing that I could, trimmed off the excess, then gave it a wash with a power hose attachment {not real strong, just enough to knock off a bit of the older paint and gunk} then I let it thoroughly dry in the sun and painted it with the spray gun. The spray was the best was to go {just my thought} since it took several coats, I could be as thorough on each coat as I wanted, and the new fresh color made the “worn out” spot blend right in. Really difficult to tell where the worn spot even was! good luck on your redo! 🙂
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Carey
simple and lovely project
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I love it … barn board is one of my favorite things.
i love the old barn wood! my husband works on a farm, hmmm…i think i’ll borrow your idea! i’ve followed you, it would be nice to have you follow me! i’m just starting out in this adventure of putting my life out there…
That looks great Angie! I love barn wood!
Very cute…and seriously, amazing freehand!! Thanks for sharing at ‘Look at me, I’m SO Crafty!’ at Fun to Craft.
I love the rustic look! Great sign! Thanks for linking up with me for Friday Favorites!