Welcome to day 8 of my 25 Days of Craftmas series!  Today I’m sharing another Christmas sign.  Sometimes, I picture a project in my head and when I finish it, it’s not quite what I had envisioned.  Luckily, this wasn’t one of those times.  This sign turned out just as I had imagined (maybe even better) and I LOVE it!. 

The rustic frame and the mini wreath complete this sign so perfectly.  And the best part is that it was really easy to make!

Make your own rustic wood sign for Christmas with your Silhouette or Cricut machine. This DIY project is easy and quick to make and is the perfect decoration for Christmas. #ChristmasSilhouette #ChristmasCricut #ChristmasSVG #Christmassign

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HERE’S WHAT YOU NEED

HERE’S WHAT YOU DO

The first thing you’ll need to do is get the free SVG file you’ll use for this project.  I keep all the SVG files I use for the projects I make in my SVG Library.  These SVG files work with Cricut and Silhouette machines, as well as many others.  This library is open to everyone and is free! You can access the library here. Look for the file called Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas. It will either be listed under the Christmas category-25 Days of Craftmas 2018 – Day 8.

Start by cutting down the wood furring strip.  You’ll need 2 – 19.5″ pieces and 2 – 7.5″ pieces. Paint the strips red and let dry.

Make your own rustic wood sign for Christmas with your Silhouette or Cricut machine. This DIY project is easy and quick to make and is the perfect decoration for Christmas. #ChristmasSilhouette #ChristmasCricut #ChristmasSVG #Christmassign
Lightly sand the edges and surfaces of each piece of the frame.
Make your own rustic wood sign for Christmas with your Silhouette or Cricut machine. This DIY project is easy and quick to make and is the perfect decoration for Christmas. #ChristmasSilhouette #ChristmasCricut #ChristmasSVG #Christmassign
Brush watered down black paint on the wood.
Make your own rustic wood sign for Christmas with your Silhouette or Cricut machine. This DIY project is easy and quick to make and is the perfect decoration for Christmas. #ChristmasSilhouette #ChristmasCricut #ChristmasSVG #Christmassign

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Then, wipe it off with a paper towel.  There should be just a small amount of black paint left on the wood. Repeat with all the pieces.
Make your own rustic wood sign for Christmas with your Silhouette or Cricut machine. This DIY project is easy and quick to make and is the perfect decoration for Christmas. #ChristmasSilhouette #ChristmasCricut #ChristmasSVG #Christmassign

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Now, paint the sign white.
Make your own rustic wood sign for Christmas with your Silhouette or Cricut machine. This DIY project is easy and quick to make and is the perfect decoration for Christmas. #ChristmasSilhouette #ChristmasCricut #ChristmasSVG #ChristmassignWhile the paint is drying, lay out the vinyl design, size it to 7″ x 8″, and cut it with your machine.  Weed, apply transfer tape, and apply the vinyl to the sign.  Rub over the vinyl to get it to stick to the wood and then remove the transfer tape.
Make your own rustic wood sign for Christmas with your Silhouette or Cricut machine. This DIY project is easy and quick to make and is the perfect decoration for Christmas. #ChristmasSilhouette #ChristmasCricut #ChristmasSVG #Christmassign
Now it’s time to attach the frame.  Start by nailing on the top and bottom pieces.  I used this brad nailer, which I totally love, but you could also use a hammer and nails.  Once the top and bottom pieces are secure, attach each of the sides.
Make your own rustic wood sign for Christmas with your Silhouette or Cricut machine. This DIY project is easy and quick to make and is the perfect decoration for Christmas. #ChristmasSilhouette #ChristmasCricut #ChristmasSVG #Christmassign
Cut a strip of ribbon about 16″ long.  Position the wreath on the front of the sign and then wrap the ribbon around to the back.
Make your own rustic wood sign for Christmas with your Silhouette or Cricut machine. This DIY project is easy and quick to make and is the perfect decoration for Christmas. #ChristmasSilhouette #ChristmasCricut #ChristmasSVG #Christmassign
Use a staple gun or hot glue gun to secure the ribbon to the back of the sign.  Trim off the excess ribbon.  That’s it.  You’re done!
Make your own rustic wood sign for Christmas with your Silhouette or Cricut machine. This DIY project is easy and quick to make and is the perfect decoration for Christmas. #ChristmasSilhouette #ChristmasCricut #ChristmasSVG #Christmassign
This sign really turned out cute, I kind-of love it.  I think when Christmas is over, I’ll make an everyday one that can stay up all year long.  I just need to figure out a cute saying to put on it.
Make your own rustic wood sign for Christmas with your Silhouette or Cricut machine. This DIY project is easy and quick to make and is the perfect decoration for Christmas. #ChristmasSilhouette #ChristmasCricut #ChristmasSVG #Christmassign

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Make your own rustic wood sign for Christmas with your Silhouette or Cricut machine. This DIY project is easy and quick to make and is the perfect decoration for Christmas. #ChristmasSilhouette #ChristmasCricut #ChristmasSVG #Christmassign

Want to make your own? Get the free cut file for this project in the resource library

3 Comments on DIY Rustic Christmas Sign

  1. I made this today to give as a Hostess gift. Because of your step by step instructions it was easy to put together and it came out beautifully! Thx k you so much and Hsppy Thanksgivings!

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