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Chiefs Football Turkey Sign for Fall & Game Day 🍂✨
DIY Chiefs Football Turkey Sign with Melissa Miller
Fall is here, and football season is in full swing! In this tutorial, Melissa Miller of Miller’s Rustic Sawmill shows us how to create a fun Chiefs-inspired Football Turkey Sign using Essential Stencil favorites. Whether you’re decorating for game day or just want a playful fall project, this layered stencil design is the perfect mix of festive and team spirit.
Table of Contents
Materials Needed
- Football Turkey 12x12 Stencil
- Tis’ the Season Stencil
- Stencil Brush Set
- Acrylic paints: red, metallic gold, dark brown, cream
- Pre-painted slatted wood panel (white background)
- Painters tape
- Blow dryer (optional for faster drying)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare Your Base
Start with a slatted wood panel pre-painted in white acrylic paint. Make sure the surface is clean and dry before you begin stenciling.
2. Stencil the First Feathers
Position and tape down the first layer of the Football Turkey Stencil. Using your stencil brush, fill in select feathers with red paint.
3. Add Gold Feathers
Once the red paint dries, reposition tape to protect the edges. Stencil the remaining feathers with metallic gold paint. Apply a second coat if needed for bold coverage.
4. Paint the Turkey
Remove the tape covering the head and body. Fill these areas with a deep brown paint for a realistic turkey look.
5. Add Layered Details
Align and tape down the second stencil layer. Stencil the football laces and small details in cream paint. Add a second coat if red shows through, then dry thoroughly.
6. Stencil the Words
Center and tape the Tis’ the Season Stencil above the turkey. Melissa chose a warm brown paint to balance the bold colors below.
7. Final Reveal
Peel back the stencil and admire your Chiefs-inspired Football Turkey! The red and gold feathers pop beautifully against the whitewashed background, making this the perfect fall and football season sign.
Helpful Tips
- Use painter’s tape to block off small sections if painting feathers in multiple colors.
- Red paint may require multiple coats to cover evenly—dry between layers.
- Experiment with your own team colors for a personalized version.
- This project is perfect for craft fairs or as a game day porch sign!
Watch the Video Tutorial
Want to see Melissa’s full process in action? Watch the step-by-step tutorial below:
Ready to make your own Football Turkey Sign? Grab your favorite stencils and brushes today and start crafting!
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