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DIY Football Turkey Sign with Sharon Hankins
Sharon Hankins of I Restore Stuff is back with another creative project — this time combining fall decor with a sports twist! In this tutorial, she transforms a plain round board into a charming Football Turkey sign using the Football Turkey 12x12 Stencil from Essential Stencil.
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Materials
- Football Turkey 12x12 Stencil
- Stencil Brush Set | Pure Natural Bristle Brushes
- Mini Stencil Brush Set (4pk)
- 11.5" round sign board, painted off-white
- Fusion Mineral Paint in Raw Silk, Oakum, Wood Wick, Marigold (Alchemy Range), Fort York Red, and Casement White
- Painters tape
- Cardboard for offloading paint
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare Your Sign Board
Start with an 11.5" round sign board painted in an off-white shade like Fusion's Raw Silk. If your board is thin, store it flat with weight on top while drying to prevent warping.
2. Stencil the Turkey's Head & Body
Secure the first layer of your Football Turkey stencil with tape. Using a stencil brush, paint the head and body in a grey-brown tone like Fusion's Oakum.
3. Paint the Football Feathers
Mix Fusion's Wood Wick with a hint of Marigold to get a warm, orangey-brown. Fill in the football-shaped feathers, taking care to avoid the turkey body.
4. Align & Add Second Layer Details
Lift the first stencil and align the second layer carefully so the football laces and facial features match up perfectly.
5. Paint the Snood (Wattle)
Using a mini brush, paint the snood bright red with Fusion's Fort York Red. Apply two coats for a vivid finish.
6. Add the Beak
Fill in the beak using Fusion's Marigold paint from the Alchemy range for a bright pop of color.
7. Stencil the White Details
Using Casement White, stencil the eyes, feather laces, and outlines. Keep your brush lightly loaded to avoid bleeding.
8. Final Reveal
Your Football Turkey sign is ready to display! Perfect for Thanksgiving gatherings and sports fans alike.
Helpful Tips
- Always offload excess paint onto cardboard before stenciling to prevent bleeding.
- Thin boards may warp; weigh them down while drying.
- Layer paints in thin coats for sharper stencil lines.
Watch the Video Tutorial
Ready to make your own? Get the Football Turkey Stencil and start crafting today!
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