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🪿🌼 Hey Silly Goose! Create the Cutest Spring Door Hanger with This Charming Stencil Tutorial
Spring crafting is the perfect time to refresh your front door decor with soft vintage colors and cheerful designs. In this tutorial, Essential Stencil ambassador Melissa Bradshaw of Junk and Craft Treasures shares how to create an adorable spring door hanger using the Hey Silly Goose Stencil.
This project shows how to easily modify the stencil design for a slightly larger 18" round while still keeping the layout balanced and clean. Melissa also shares her favorite stenciling techniques for achieving crisp lettering and beautifully layered details.
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Hey Silly Goose Spring Door Hanger
Materials Needed
- 18" round wood sign
- Hey Silly Goose Stencil
- Stencil Brush Set | Pure Natural Bristle Brushes
- Mini Stencil Brush Set (4pk)
- White or buttercream paint (background)
- Pastel blue paint
- Brown paint
- Muted green paint
- Yellow paint
- Orange paint
- Black paint
- Purple paint
- Painter’s tape
- Fine grit sandpaper
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Paint the Background
Paint an 18" round board with white or buttercream paint. Allow the first coat to dry completely, then apply a second coat for fuller coverage.
Step 2: Smooth the Surface
Once the paint is fully dry, lightly sand the board to create a smoother surface. Wipe away any sanding dust with a clean cloth.
Step 3: Stencil the Top Section
Position the top stencil from the Hey Silly Goose stencil set on the upper half of the board and secure it with tape. Using a stencil brush, paint the border with pastel blue paint.
Step 4: Add the Lettering
Using another stencil brush, fill in the words with brown paint. Apply a second coat if needed for a bolder finish. Let the paint dry before lifting the stencil.
Step 5: Align the Bottom Stencil
Align the bottom stencil on the lower half of the board and tape it down securely. Paint the border with the same pastel blue color.
Step 6: Paint the Greenery
Using a mini stencil brush, fill in the stems and leaves with muted green paint.
Step 7: Add the Flowers
Fill the flower petals with yellow paint and use brown paint for the centers.
Step 8: Paint the Goose Details
Paint the goose details using orange for the feet and beak, black for the outline, and purple for the ribbon. Allow everything to dry completely.
Final Reveal
Helpful Stenciling Tips
- Always offload excess paint from your stencil brush to prevent bleed-through.
- Use a light swirling motion when applying paint for smooth coverage.
- When using dome brushes, offload paint from the sides of the brush too since paint can hide in the bristles.
- If your paint feels raised after drying, lightly sand with fine grit sandpaper for a smooth professional finish.
This sweet spring project is a fun way to refresh your seasonal decor. Ready to make your own? Grab the Hey Silly Goose Stencil and start creating!
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