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Sunday, July 26, 2015

You Are My Sunshine - Arial Bold Font

I'm wanting a bright happy sign for my wall!




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I know you might want one too -

so here are some details.


Using fence boards,

cut 9 pieces

9.25" long.

Cut a utility panel for the back

measuring 8" x 48".

Connect with screws on back.

The sign will measure 9.25" x 49".




Give the whole piece a brown wash.

(water down some brown paint and brush on)

You could use stain too.

The water/paint wash will dry faster.
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Alternate yellows on boards.



I used some egg yolk yellows, toy truck yellows,

yellow ochre, and light apricots

and randomly shaded and overlapped areas

on the second coat.

I had to run a brown brush along the edges afterward

to get the worn look that I wanted.

I used Arial Bold font to create my lettering,

then pencil transferred onto my yellow background.










Then paint white lettering in with a flat brush.



Ta Da!  Happy Art.








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I hope you enjoy this project,

Deb


Sharing At:
Between Naps on the Porch
Refresh Restyle
Cozy Little House
Totally Terrific Tuesday
Work it Wednesday
Share Your Style
It's Overflowing
Something to Talk About Link Party
USS Crafty
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24 comments:

  1. Sandi @ The Primitive SkateJuly 26, 2015 at 2:25 PM

    Love, Love, Love this, Deb!
    Thanks for sharing!

    Sandi

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  2. Leslie Anne @ Fairhope Supply Co.July 26, 2015 at 8:22 PM

    So cheerful, and I happen to love this song. I sang it every morning at "circle time" to my Kindergarten students, who were all from inner city homes. They would just beam with happiness when I told them they were my "sunshine."

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  3. Ramblings of a Southern Girl ~ Rhonda GJuly 26, 2015 at 11:32 PM

    Very pretty and cheerful! :) ~Rhonda

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  4. BlissJuly 27, 2015 at 5:32 AM

    Love it and pinned it. Thanks for always including the details on your paint techniques. They give those of us who fake our way through painting things the ability to achieve the look.

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  5. TerryJuly 27, 2015 at 5:53 AM

    Hello! Love the pop of color this sign brings to your already beautiful room! Love that bed frame! You make everything seem so easy, thank you for sharing this project!

    Smiles!
    Terry

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  6. UnknownJuly 27, 2015 at 7:24 AM

    Very happy art indeed. Thanks for the great tutorial!

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  7. Fox and Finch AntiquesJuly 27, 2015 at 1:44 PM

    Very good job, Deb. You nailed it! So much better than anything you find in a shop.
    -Ginene

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  8. bj July 27, 2015 at 4:05 PM

    This is so stinkin' cute...and I love your adorable bed and it's dress.
    Here from Cozy...

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  9. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.July 28, 2015 at 7:27 PM

    Really sweet Deb! I love the bold font and the mix of yellows.

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  10. roseJuly 30, 2015 at 7:15 AM

    What size fonts did u use?

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  11. Wendy JohnsonJuly 30, 2015 at 9:30 AM

    Love your sign. I wanted to sign up for your blog but couldn't figure out how?

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  12. Deb HrabikJuly 30, 2015 at 10:08 AM

    Hi rose- darn, my computer is in the shop so I can't reference my photoshop document. I will post that when my computer is back. Thanks, deb

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  13. Deb HrabikJuly 30, 2015 at 10:10 AM

    Hi Wendy!
    If you view the web version, you can follow by email or follow on Facebook.

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  14. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.August 4, 2015 at 5:28 AM

    Featured you at be Inspired this morning. Thanks so much for sharing Deb!

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  15. Twice NiceAugust 9, 2015 at 9:15 PM

    Always enjoy your posts Deb! So cute and I've been craving the brights lately.

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  16. ClaireAugust 12, 2015 at 8:43 AM

    Hi first time I have come across your blog, what drew me was the colourfulness of your sign I really like the fact that it is so bright and bold. Thanks

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  17. reFresh reStyleAugust 13, 2015 at 7:56 AM

    You are so talented and creative! Love it, pinned it!
    Debbie

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  18. Karen @ karensuponthehillAugust 16, 2015 at 4:32 PM

    I adore that yellow! What a great sign!
    I would love for you to stop by on Mondays and share at our Something to Talk About link,party!
    Karen

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  19. Muchmore CreativeAugust 17, 2015 at 1:31 PM

    What a great project! So bright and fun. Have a great week :)

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  20. SaraAugust 21, 2015 at 8:14 AM

    Love this so much! I really like the quilt on the bed. Would you mind sharing where you found that? Thanks so much! Found you via the Pretty Pintastic Party!

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  21. Deb HrabikAugust 21, 2015 at 9:31 AM

    Thanks MrsMajor -
    I found the quilt at Pottery Barn Kids.
    I'm loving it too!
    Have a great day,
    Deb

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  22. Alayna's CreationsAugust 22, 2015 at 5:21 AM

    Adorable. I love the technique you used with the small board slats and the different colors of paint.

    I am co-hosting the #HomeMattersParty link party this month and would love to have you stop by for a visit. The door is open for the current party through Monday night. http://alaynascreations.co/2015/08/21/home-matters-liny-party-51/

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  23. Sahana AjeethanAugust 22, 2015 at 2:37 PM

    Love the sign ! Thank you for sharing with us @ #HomeMattersParty. WE would love to have you again next week.

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  24. AnonymousAugust 24, 2015 at 3:08 AM

    The sign looks great! The color is perfect! Thanks for sharing at Submarine Sunday!!

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