How To DIY A Thrifted House Sign Into Home Decor


When I saw this sign at Goodwill, I have to be honest…I didn’t love the current images and wording displayed on it. But you know what? I also knew, that if I brought it home, I could work some serious magic and transform it into something truly one-of-a-kind!

Whether you’re just starting out on your DIY journey or you’re a seasoned pro, I guarantee you’ll enjoy recreating a sign of your own. Plus, you might learn a new DIY technique or two!

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Let’s get started!

How To Transform A Thrifted House Sign Into Home Decor

First, I picked out this beautiful Fusion Paint in the color Blue Pine to paint the entire sign.

How To Transform A Thrifted House Sign Into Home Decor

Since the material on the sign had colorful images and wording, I wanted to make sure the paint covered the sign so nothing poked through. The trick? Adding a texture additive.

I mixed Dixie Belle Sea Spray with Blue Pine Fusion Paint in equal parts. Want it thicker? Keep adding Sea Spray until you reach your desired consistency.

How To Transform A Thrifted House Sign Into Home Decor

With the paint and Sea Spray all mixed up, it was time to get painting! I applied the mixture evenly over the entire sign.

As the paint dried, I shifted my focus to the next step: choosing the perfect stamp from my IOD Decor Stamp Collection to add a little bit of decoration onto the sign. For this project, I chose the Kindest Regards stamp.

You can purchase this collection on my website here: IOD Stamp Collection – Kindest Regards

How To Transform A Thrifted House Sign Into Home Decor

I grabbed my IOD Stone Gray ink and coated an empty ink pad generously. Next, I inked up the entire stamp!

How To Transform A Thrifted House Sign Into Home Decor
How To Transform A Thrifted House Sign Into Home Decor

I picked up the stamp and laid it face down on the top section of the sign.

Then, using a Brayer, I gently pressed the stamp onto the wooden surface to ensure an even application of the ink.

I lifted the stamp and moved it to the bottom section of the sign.

With the brayer in hand once more, I pressed down gently, ensuring the ink transferred evenly onto the wood surface.

It looked like this piece did have a roof at one time but it was missing by the time I grabbed it at the bins.

Rummaging through my stash, I found some spare pieces of wood waiting to be put to good use.

How To Transform A Thrifted House Sign Into Home Decor

First, I measured the size of the roof and used a pencil to mark where I needed to make cuts.

How To Transform A Thrifted House Sign Into Home Decor
How To Transform A Thrifted House Sign Into Home Decor
How To Transform A Thrifted House Sign Into Home Decor

Off camera, I used my saw to cut the wooden pieces down to size.

I didn’t want the raw edges to show so I used a STAALMEESTER Artist Brush dipped into Fusion Paint in the color Chocolate to darken the wood edges so they matched.

How To Transform A Thrifted House Sign Into Home Decor

It’s not a DIY without pulling out my hot glue gun!

And these Gorilla Brand extra long glue sticks? Total game-changer – they’re my absolute favorite!

I applied glue to the backside of each wood piece, then placed them in their designated spots.

How To Transform A Thrifted House Sign Into Home Decor
How To Transform A Thrifted House Sign Into Home Decor
How To Transform A Thrifted House Sign Into Home Decor
How To Transform A Thrifted House Sign Into Home Decor
How To Transform A Thrifted House Sign Into Home Decor

I noticed there was a lot of blank space on the bottom half of the sign so I found these adorable mini wooden drawers in my stash that would be perfect for styling this project!

How To Transform A Thrifted House Sign Into Home Decor

Using my hot glue gun, I applied glue to the back of the mini drawers and then I pressed them into the sign.

I made sure to space them out strategically, leaving enough room between each drawer so I could later fill them with farmhouse inspired little decorations.

How To Transform A Thrifted House Sign Into Home Decor
How To Transform A Thrifted House Sign Into Home Decor

Now, you could call it a day at this point, but you know me—I’m all about those finishing touches. So, I decided to take it up a notch by adding some Dixie Belle White Wax to the entire sign.

I used a Dixie Belle French Tip brush to apply the wax – this is my favorite wax brush.

Full transparency, I am not sure if adding the wax was the right step. What do you think? Add a comment below and let me know!

How To Transform A Thrifted House Sign Into Home Decor
How To Transform A Thrifted House Sign Into Home Decor
How To Transform A Thrifted House Sign Into Home Decor

Lastly, I used a dry paper towel to wipe away the excess wax.

How To Transform A Thrifted House Sign Into Home Decor

How cute is this? I styled the sign with greenery, clothes pins and a few little farmhouse inspired trinkets.

Are you ready to create your own? Tag me on social media [@juliesdesignsandsigns] so I can see what you create.

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2 responses to “How To DIY A Thrifted House Sign Into Home Decor”

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    Lorri

    Love the painted house…the blue color is so refreshing. In the picture the white highlight looks good to me. I like the little drawers on the house. Making the sifter rusty crusty is a keeper…can apply this method to probably all metal items.

    1. Julie's Designs and Signs Avatar

      Not all metal items, some have a coating that keeps them from rusting but I always at least try. If it doesn’t you can always paint with Dixie Belle Patina Products

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  1. Love the painted house…the blue color is so refreshing. In the picture the white highlight looks good to me. I like the little drawers on the house. Making the sifter rusty crusty is a keeper…can apply this method to probably all metal items.

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