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Craft a Cozy Primitive Farmhouse Sign ✨🐑
DIY Primitive House Sign Using Essential Stencils
Hi friends! Sharon from I Restore Stuff here. I'm back from a restful vacation and excited to jump into a charming farmhouse-inspired project using Essential Stencil’s brand new Primitive Collection. If you're a fan of rustic charm and cozy details, this one's for you!
In today’s tutorial, we’ll create a beautiful wooden slat sign featuring a primitive house, willow tree, sheep, a sweet farmhouse quote, and layered stencil accents.
Table of Contents
Materials Needed
- Saltbox Houses 12x12 Stencil
- Willow Tree 15x10 Stencil
- Primitive Sheep 12x12 Stencil
- Hearts and Stars 11x11 Stencil
- 1" Primitive Words Stencil Set
- Primitive Crows 12x12 Stencil
- Stencil Brush Set
- Fusion Mineral Paints (Paisley Blue, Homestead Blue, Cranberry, Casement White, Arcadia Pear, Coal Black)
- Plastic bag or wrap (for brush preservation)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Stencil the House
Choose your favorite house design and stencil the base in Paisley Blue using a regular stencil brush.
Once dry, align the roof and window stencil and stencil in Homestead Blue.
2. Add the Willow Tree
Stencil a willow tree beside the house using Casement White as a base coat.
3. Stencil the Sheep
Use white for their bodies and black for heads and legs.
4. Add the Crow
Stencil a crow on top of the tree using Coal Black.
5. Add the Words
Stencil the phrase “Love Grows Best in Little Houses.” First, stencil \"HOUSES\" in black. Then slightly shift the stencil and go over all text in white to create a charming shadow effect.
6. Add Accents
Stencil hearts in Cranberry Red onto the sheep and tree. Use Arcadia Pear for a soft green over the willow leaves, and add tree trunk detail in black for depth.
Final Reveal
Helpful Tips
- Offload your brush well before stenciling to avoid bleed-through.
- Use a plastic bag or wrap to keep brushes from drying out mid-project.
- Create shadow effects by offsetting your stencil slightly for the second color layer.
- Use painter’s tape for crisp edges and extra stability if needed.
Watch the Full Tutorial
Follow along with Sharon from I Restore Stuff:
Ready to create your own? Browse the Primitive Collection and tag us @essentialstencil when you share your project!
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