Hey Christy, my first cricut project was heavily inspired by your large farmhouse sign video. Thank you very much. I'm off and running, making Christmas presents.
I love this sign and had to make one. I found a beautiful frame at Hobby Lobby last week that didnt have glass or a back on it. I got a peice of glass put in it and it came out great.
Thank you so much!! I thought about doing that but got in a hurry and forgot to film. I will definitely film the frame next video tho, I like doing the frame this way much better.
Girl! You make that look so easy! I can only see myself trying to make that frame. I would have that stain all over my sweater all over the table and it would be too small! You do beautiful work!
@@AppalachianHomeCo Lol! I can’t wait to make some signs! I think I’ve watched all of your videos this past week! Lol! (I’m from Summersville originally.😉👍🏻)
Thanks so much! I love this frame style so much better and will keep doing them this way. I want to make one similar for my porch and will definitely film step by step cutting the frames.
Love!!!!! That’s a huge sign!!! I love the frame! I really need to learn how to use the saw! I have to wait for my husband and he doesn’t always listen to what I need!!! Haha!
Yayyy... I've been trying to figure out how to do this for months and I finally did it! I knew it had to be sliced but I wasn't sure how to put it all together! Thanks
Honestly I can't yell a difference in selling. I don't think most people notice the difference. I have found it is mostly the design that sells a certain sign for me.
@@AppalachianHomeCo so, is it one if those minor details you wouldn't even want to complicate the sale of a sign, and just simply not give the option, leaving it up to your own discretion?
I certainly find all your videos enjoyable.I would love to learn how to use Inkscape .I am just about to do my 1st sign and it is all thanks to you and your channel ,which has given me the courage to have ago .I areas a comment earlier regarding if you could do a video on how to make frames I would also be interested it that as well .Thank you for imparting your knowledge.Sorry before I leave my message am I right in thinking you can convert your image you create in Inkscape into a SVG file.Thank you again please stay safe ,looking forward to your next video x
Thank you so much I have started recording some inkscape tutorials just haven't edited them, but plan to post soon. I hope to have the frames video up this week. I am so glad these videos inspire you! And yes when you create images in inkscape you can save them as svg files, as well as other types of files such as png and pdf's. I really love working in Inkscape. Thank you for the comment stay well!
I wish these videos would explain slowly how to use a cricut I come to these videos to see if this is something I’d like to do but this looks so overwhelming for someone who has no clue what a cricut is!
Yes I have gotten a few comments about filming sawing the frames. I missed filming this one but will be making a similar sign this week . . will definitely film the frames in detail!
Hi! I use to use stencil all the time until I started using vinyl. It’s soooo much easier and saves so much time to not have to prep your stencil, then paint several layers with drying time between layers, to get a perfect stencil. I still will use stenciling but only if there is a color of vinyl I can’t get or if I want a certain look. Stenciling looks nicer sometimes but mostly vinyl is great.👍🏻
Hi! The only issue is the sign board... the luan will bow and bend if you sit it upright , it is best to store is laid down flat. I haven't had any issues tho after the framed are on, they seem to stabilize it.
I’ve been wanting to make a farmhouse sign very much like this one but I have issues with transferring the little words and the squashes because they want to tear. I weld .. idk what I’m going wrong.
I ❤️ it!!!!!! Question how do you put the hangers in the back so people can hang it ? I want to try a sign like this for my house but idk how to put the hangers
Hi thank you!! I use sawtooth hangers generally even for large signs. I nail or screw them in depending on what kind I have at the time... make sure to attach them near the top thru both the sign board and the top frame board. Hope that makes sense!
Not sure if Im the only one but when I remove the vinyl pieces with tweezers or the weeding tool, it leaves little holes in the wood from the picking, I tried this with oracle 651, could that be why? ( stickiness) or is that unavoidable?
Hi thank you! Shipping for a sign like this is around $20 depending on where you ship. Smaller signs are less. Etsy calculates.the shipping when customers purchase and they pay before I ship. Then I just purchase shipping labels from my Etsy account. Other wise you can use USPS website to figure shipping based on length width and height, and weight of a package.
Hi! I either use a router to create the knotch, or use a table saw to rip out a knotch by setting the saw 1/4" high and 1/4" away from the edge of the frame. Hope that makes sense!
hi..thanks for your beautiful video...just want to ask..what programme that you use to design the wordings of the signboard? if dont mind..can u share plsss..tq
Thank you for all of your tutorials!! I need help!!! I’m about to pull my hair out!! My vinyl will not transfer to my painted luan!! What am I doing wrong!! Also when I tried to make a stencil with contact paper it made a HUGE mess!! It stuck to my brand new cricut mat and the cricut butchered the stencil!! Please help!!! TIA
Hi! Ooh been there before😬. On the vinyl there is a couple things you can do. If you lightly sanded the sign after painting to remove roughness try going back over it with another coat and a small foam roller, let dry overnight. If that doesn’t solve then it’s the paint. Some paint WILL NOT work well with vinyl for some reason. Valspar satin paints seems to work great, Gliden works well, Behr is NOT the best for vinyl for me. I don’t know what the difference is but there is one. Drying for 24 hours does help tho. On the contact paper try using a light grip mat vs. a standard grip if u have one. I use old mats and tape the corners sometimes with contact paper. Also try adjusting the pressure in your material settings, it may be cutting too deep for your brand contact paper. I’d start in increments of 10 and go down until you still get cut thru but less “wrinkling”. Hope that helps!
Thank you soo much for you response!!! I’m gonna give this a try and hope it works!!! I love all your videos!!! Keep up the good work!! Your such an inspiration!!
about to make my first sign, but I cant figure out if i should use 631 or 651. What did you use? Should it be permanent? Didnt think about using mod podge til i read a comment below. Is it absolutely needed?
Hi! I use both 631 and 651. I prefer permanent on signs but I can’t always get permanent vinyl that’s matte. Most permanent is glossy, except for black and white. So if I don’t want glossy letters in a certain color I use 631. Mod podge is good for temp vinyl but I don’t use it for permanent much unless it starts bubbling or coming up off the paint. Hope that helps!
Hi. I searched and Gybella doesn’t seem to be available for free download anymore. Creative Market does have it for purchase with commercial license for only $6 right now tho!
OMG. I don't think I've ever seen a channel with so many videos on Farmhouse signs! I don't know if you're ever going to get 70,000+ views for this kind of video again but you should do what you enjoy doing and not just what brings in the views. Try doing collabs with other channels! That helps get your channel seen because your other crafts are really cute!
Hi! I think this one I charged $60 for but the buyer was local. I would charge around $80 or more if I were shipping because of all the shipping hassle and packaging materials!👍🏻
Not yet! I need to do some research on it but would really love to have one in the hopefully near future. I think it cuts a much smaller area than a regular Cricut, and I want to check and see what materials you can cut with it. Thank you so much!!
Hi. I usually use stencils in I want a more rustic look or if I want the letters antique looking. The vinyl is crisp and clean and I use that for more modern and polished looking signs. Also if there is a color I can’t get in vinyl I will stencil!
Hi! For simple vinyl cutting it doesn’t really matter which machine you use they both cut the same. But for this I did use the Maker because i use it all the time for lots of different things and just always have ready to go!
Hi! I do have an Etsy shop and take custom orders there, just message me and I’ll be glad to do you a custom sign.👍🏻 www.etsy.com/shop/TheAppalachianHomeCo
The programing part is what I was worried about and you make it look easy. Hope I can too. Me and computers AHHHH. I call mine F.r.e.d. stands for F#@$in ridiculous electronic device 🤣🤣😂
Hello! So I have been watching some of your videos which I find helpful. I am confused about the printing. I own a critcut but I have never used it. I want to print a sign like this but would I only need a black vinyls to transfer it onto my wood?
Hi! Yes for this sign you would need the black vinyl as well as transfer tape to apply it to your sign. Clear peel and stick is what I was referring to and it does work like transfer tape. I found it in the shelf liner section and have used it before. I now use regular transfer tape Greenstar Layflat clear medium tack from US Cutter and also Transferrite medium tack clear I think I also found on US Cutter.
Hi! Congrats on your first sign! Yes I usually use Mod Podge Matte Sealant Spray on most signs. Just make sure all your letters are attached well or the sealant will curl them. They do have a glossy version if you like a glossy finish.
Hi. I generally make all my signs and frames like this th-cam.com/video/wYoDAPXjH3M/w-d-xo.html. I nail them together using a brad nailer and 18ga nails.👍🏻
Hi! I will have an online shop fully up and running hopefully next month. I do have a small Etsy shop TheAppalachianHomeCo. I do take custom orders you can message me there if ever you are looking for something.
Thank you so much for this tutorial! Your sign is absolutely beautiful. What is your favorite paint to use on your signs and how long do you let it cure before adding the vinyl lettering? Do you seal your sign before applying the. Only? I have had issues with my transfer tape (Walmart duck brand) pulling up my paint even after sticking the transfer tape to my clothes first.🥴 You just make it look so effortless.😍☺️
Thank you that’s so nice of you☺️ Mt favorite paints are Valspar, Gliden, and Kilz. They work really well with vinyl and will allow the vinyl to stick after only a couple hours of drying. Other paints I have to leave overnight. And I have had many comments about the contact brand from Walmart pulling up paint! It depends on the paint and drying time. I switched to regular transfer tape and like it better I use Greenstar brand Layflat clear medium tack👍🏻👍🏻 If you still have problems pull off the transfer against the grain of your wood and it will help some.😊
Hi! I use the slice feature in Design Space to cut the letters most of the time. Makes sure the letters are welded together first, then draw a shape like a square and place it over the part you want cut out, then select both the square and the letters and slice them. This will cut out the letters within the square. Hope that helps!
Hi. I use two brands all the time ....Cricut permanent glossy or removable matte, and also Oracal 631(removable) and 651 (permanent). Both are great vinyls.
Hi! The luan was $16 for a full sheet and I used about 1/3 sheet so $5.50, plus framing which cost $1.00 for 8’ ( I used 16’ so that would be $2). The paint was low cost I buy in gallons so say $1 for paint, and cost for vinyl was about $3. So I would say the whole material cost was around $11-$12.
Thank you so much! I found this font on Creative Market, it used to be only $2, but I think the price has changed. I did check for free versions but haven't been able to find this exact font for free download. I do look for new fonts often and will post if I find any similar ones available for free.:)
Hi I either use Duck brand clear peel and stick ( just to transfer letters it’s great) and for selling decals I use medium tack clear ( TransferRite I think is the name?).
Best word sign video ever-- ever. Thank you for all the details.
That’s so nice thank you so much! So glad it was helpful 😀
Of all the tutorials on big signs, this is the easiest I have come across. Good job.
Thank you so much! I’m so glad you enjoyed the video☺️
the fuzzy sandy particles can be wood fibres. I always lightly wet the bare wood - let it dry, sand down all nubs, then paint.
Hi yes I have found to work wonders!
Hey Christy, my first cricut project was heavily inspired by your large farmhouse sign video. Thank you very much. I'm off and running, making Christmas presents.
That is awesome! So happy for you!!🥰
I love this sign and had to make one. I found a beautiful frame at Hobby Lobby last week that didnt have glass or a back on it. I got a peice of glass put in it and it came out great.
That's so great this was one of my favorite ones to make!
First time watching your videos. I'm very impressed with your sign. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you so much!☺️
Awesome! Tip for the spray paint gun, make sure make large sweeping lotions and stop off the sides of the sign. It will give a better texture.
Ok thank you!!
This is the best, most helpful video ever. Thank you so much for this tutorial!!
Yay I’m so glad thank you!
Oh my I love that big sign. Awesome job. Thank you for sharing. Stay safe and well ♡
Thank you so much for this video! I want to make a sign for above our bed for the holiday. 😊
You're welcome that would look awesome!
Extremely helpful! Thank you for sharing ❤
I Just love watching your videos. Thank you! Would love to also see how you cut the frame.
Thank you so much!! I thought about doing that but got in a hurry and forgot to film. I will definitely film the frame next video tho, I like doing the frame this way much better.
Amazing video - very easy to follow!! Thanks for sharing.
Thanks so much!!😊
Girl! You make that look so easy! I can only see myself trying to make that frame. I would have that stain all over my sweater all over the table and it would be too small! You do beautiful work!
That’s so sweet thank you! I have had stain all over me and my sign before! 😂
@@AppalachianHomeCo Lol! I can’t wait to make some signs! I think I’ve watched all of your videos this past week! Lol! (I’m from Summersville originally.😉👍🏻)
I LOVE your new frame!!! I would like to see how you ran it through the table saw.
Thanks so much! I love this frame style so much better and will keep doing them this way. I want to make one similar for my porch and will definitely film step by step cutting the frames.
Christy Cain - The Appalachian Home have you made the video for cutting your frames yet? Very interested to watch it!
Kristi McCourt Hi yes it is the first or second video after the Home. It is listed under Videos on my channel page.🙂
Love!!!!! That’s a huge sign!!! I love the frame! I really need to learn how to use the saw! I have to wait for my husband and he doesn’t always listen to what I need!!! Haha!
Thank you so much! I draw my hubby pictures when he helps. And then I still supervise LOL:)
Learn how to use the saw... I went and bought one and I know how to use it
Yayyy... I've been trying to figure out how to do this for months and I finally did it! I knew it had to be sliced but I wasn't sure how to put it all together! Thanks
Awesome! So glad this helped!!
I enjoyed your video very much. Thank you
That’s so nice thanks so much!!
Omg Thank you I have been trying to figure out how to do larger signs
Yay I’m so glad this was helpful!😊
Thanks for sharing and explain very easily the process 👏🏻
You’re welcome!! 😊
would love if you made a video of cutting the wood...
Ok I can do that!👍🏻
Thank you I love all your videos! Keep up the good work yes
Thank you that’s so nice!😊
Exact video I have been searching for to make a notched frame! Thank you! New subscriber
Awesome so glad it helped! Thank you!
Love it so beautiful thanks!!
What's more popular to sell? Signs with the vinyl being used for the final lettering, or signs with painted letters where you've used a vinyl stencil?
Honestly I can't yell a difference in selling. I don't think most people notice the difference. I have found it is mostly the design that sells a certain sign for me.
@@AppalachianHomeCo so, is it one if those minor details you wouldn't even want to complicate the sale of a sign, and just simply not give the option, leaving it up to your own discretion?
beautiful...can you show how you cut the notches on the wood strips?
Thank you so much! Sure I will include that when I make the next sign video.👍🏻
Beautiful! I love all of your videos.
Thank you so much! So glad you enjoy these videos!!
I love that!!
Thank you!
I certainly find all your videos enjoyable.I would love to learn how to use Inkscape .I am just about to do my 1st sign and it is all thanks to you and your channel ,which has given me the courage to have ago .I areas a comment earlier regarding if you could do a video on how to make frames I would also be interested it that as well .Thank you for imparting your knowledge.Sorry before I leave my message am I right in thinking you can convert your image you create in Inkscape into a SVG file.Thank you again please stay safe ,looking forward to your next video x
Thank you so much I have started recording some inkscape tutorials just haven't edited them, but plan to post soon. I hope to have the frames video up this week. I am so glad these videos inspire you! And yes when you create images in inkscape you can save them as svg files, as well as other types of files such as png and pdf's. I really love working in Inkscape. Thank you for the comment stay well!
What a great video!!!!
Thank you so much!!
That looks great. Do you ever have the problem of the transfer tape pulling off the base coat of paint?
Thank you! Yes I have had that problem, higher quality paint and longer dry time took care of the problem for me. Hope that helps!
Looks beautiful! It's so hard to find a video on how to make a larger framed sign. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you so glad you enjoyed!!😊
Amazing. Looks stunning. Keep up the good work. About to do a family farmhouse sign for a friend. Great inspiration
Awesome! Thank you I'm so glad you enjoyed the video. Good luck on the sign!
Awesome tutorial! Thank you!
Thanks so much!!
ingenious!!
Love this video!! Excited to give this a try!
That’s great thank you!!😊
This piece of art is beautiful, can I get the all the measurement of the luan board please, thanks!
Hi thank you! I know the frames were 50" top and bottom, and 22" sides. I always measure the luan after assembling my frames to get an exact fit.
thanks for sharing .. very beautiful
Thanks so much!:)
Can you tell me the brand/where you purchased your transfer roll? Thanks.
Hi!! I love your work. Where do you find the wood?
Hi thank you! I get it from either Lowes or a local lumber company, it is usually cheaper at the local store.
I wish these videos would explain slowly how to use a cricut I come to these videos to see if this is something I’d like to do but this looks so overwhelming for someone who has no clue what a cricut is!
Hi! I have some other videos for how to use Cricut and later I’m posting some projects that are good for beginners.👍🏻
Ty!!!!
Can you please do a step-by-step video on how to do the frame please
Yes I have gotten a few comments about filming sawing the frames. I missed filming this one but will be making a similar sign this week . . will definitely film the frames in detail!
Hi,I am a beginner in wood signs and just wondering why u are only transferring the signs to the boards but not stenciling.what are the advantages.
Hi! I use to use stencil all the time until I started using vinyl. It’s soooo much easier and saves so much time to not have to prep your stencil, then paint several layers with drying time between layers, to get a perfect stencil. I still will use stenciling but only if there is a color of vinyl I can’t get or if I want a certain look. Stenciling looks nicer sometimes but mostly vinyl is great.👍🏻
@@AppalachianHomeCo thank you so much for taking time to reply.Really appreciate that
New to your channel. Beautiful sign ❤
Hi thank you so much!!😊
Beautiful...
Thank you so much!
That's beautiful!!!
Thank you! 😊
So what do you use to keep the lettering from coming off if it outside besides glass
Hi I either use an acrylic spray or polycrylic to seal the letters.
Love this! Such a good tutorial
Thank you so much!😊
Have you ever had an issue with bending or warping because of the weight?
Hi! The only issue is the sign board... the luan will bow and bend if you sit it upright , it is best to store is laid down flat. I haven't had any issues tho after the framed are on, they seem to stabilize it.
I’ve been wanting to make a farmhouse sign very much like this one but I have issues with transferring the little words and the squashes because they want to tear. I weld .. idk what I’m going wrong.
Is the sign protected from the elements? Does the Cricut work well?
Hi! Yes I do seal signs with either polycrylic or matte acrylic sealant. Cricut works awesome for cutting vinyl or stencils
Beautiful, thanks for sharing!😊
Thank you so much!!
Thanks for this great instructional! Which vinyl do you use?
Hi so glad you enjoyed the video! I use Oracal brand vinyl, either 631 (temporary) or 651 (permanent).
Hi Christy! Do you ever polycrylic over your complete painted stencil sign? I want to but a bit nervous....
You're amazing. I'm a newbie to wood crafting. Thank you for your awesome tutorials. New Subscriber by the way :)
That’s awesome thank you so glad you found my channel!!
how did you make the frame?do you have a tutorial video ?
I ❤️ it!!!!!! Question how do you put the hangers in the back so people can hang it ? I want to try a sign like this for my house but idk how to put the hangers
Hi thank you!! I use sawtooth hangers generally even for large signs. I nail or screw them in depending on what kind I have at the time... make sure to attach them near the top thru both the sign board and the top frame board. Hope that makes sense!
Not sure if Im the only one but when I remove the vinyl pieces with tweezers or the weeding tool, it leaves little holes in the wood from the picking, I tried this with oracle 651, could that be why? ( stickiness) or is that unavoidable?
❤️ it. But how much do you charge for shipping? And how much for a larger sign like this? Ty for the video
Hi thank you! Shipping for a sign like this is around $20 depending on where you ship. Smaller signs are less. Etsy calculates.the shipping when customers purchase and they pay before I ship. Then I just purchase shipping labels from my Etsy account. Other wise you can use USPS website to figure shipping based on length width and height, and weight of a package.
Hello, how did you notch your frame?
Hi! I either use a router to create the knotch, or use a table saw to rip out a knotch by setting the saw 1/4" high and 1/4" away from the edge of the frame. Hope that makes sense!
hi..thanks for your beautiful video...just want to ask..what programme that you use to design the wordings of the signboard? if dont mind..can u share plsss..tq
Hi thank you! I use Inkscape to design. It is free to download online.
What kind of board do you use for that kind of project? You mention luan board and what wither kind of board ? Thank you
Hi. I usually use either luan board or finished 1/4” plywood. Luan is my favorite because of its quality and price.
Christy Cain - The Appalachian Home thank you for responding.
What is the font size? I tried zooming but I can’t make it out. Thanks! 💕
Hi! Which video / font are you referring to? My comments sometimes don’t show which video you commented on sorry!
Christy Cain - The Appalachian Home this video lol. The smaller words.
What is the app you used on your iPad to make the swashes?
Hi. I use Procreate I think it was $9.99 on the App Store.
Love your video! What kind of vinyl do you use?
Hi thank you! I use mostly Cricut brand and Oracal brand. For signs I use permanent vinyl.👍🏻
Did you happen to clear the paint with a top coat?
How did you attach the hanging material to the back?
Hi! I use sawtooth hangers for most signs and nail them to the sign at the top near the frame. I make sure to catch both the sign board and frame.👍🏻
Thank you for all of your tutorials!! I need help!!! I’m about to pull my hair out!! My vinyl will not transfer to my painted luan!! What am I doing wrong!! Also when I tried to make a stencil with contact paper it made a HUGE mess!! It stuck to my brand new cricut mat and the cricut butchered the stencil!! Please help!!! TIA
Hi! Ooh been there before😬. On the vinyl there is a couple things you can do. If you lightly sanded the sign after painting to remove roughness try going back over it with another coat and a small foam roller, let dry overnight. If that doesn’t solve then it’s the paint. Some paint WILL NOT work well with vinyl for some reason. Valspar satin paints seems to work great, Gliden works well, Behr is NOT the best for vinyl for me. I don’t know what the difference is but there is one. Drying for 24 hours does help tho. On the contact paper try using a light grip mat vs. a standard grip if u have one. I use old mats and tape the corners sometimes with contact paper. Also try adjusting the pressure in your material settings, it may be cutting too deep for your brand contact paper. I’d start in increments of 10 and go down until you still get cut thru but less “wrinkling”. Hope that helps!
Thank you soo much for you response!!! I’m gonna give this a try and hope it works!!! I love all your videos!!! Keep up the good work!! Your such an inspiration!!
Thank you!!
Hi, do you seal the sign when it’s done or leave it? Thanks!
Hi! I have been sealing most signs with some matte spray sealant ... mod Podge makes both matte and glossy sealants.
about to make my first sign, but I cant figure out if i should use 631 or 651. What did you use? Should it be permanent? Didnt think about using mod podge til i read a comment below. Is it absolutely needed?
Hi! I use both 631 and 651. I prefer permanent on signs but I can’t always get permanent vinyl that’s matte. Most permanent is glossy, except for black and white. So if I don’t want glossy letters in a certain color I use 631. Mod podge is good for temp vinyl but I don’t use it for permanent much unless it starts bubbling or coming up off the paint. Hope that helps!
@@AppalachianHomeCo this explains it perfectly. thank you so much!
How do you seal a fabric type vinyl?
Hi. I’m not sure... which brand are you talking of specifically?
@@AppalachianHomeCo i’m trying to make custom pillow cases
Does anyone know if there's a type of vinyl that's matte and not shiny I want to create a wood sign but I don't like to shiny finish.
Sure! Oracal 651 does have matte black and white permanent vinyl. Check 651vinyl or Expressions Vinyl.
@@AppalachianHomeCo Thanks!
Can you please help? I can’t locate were the font Gybella is a free download. Can you please post were I can find it? Thanks
Hi. I searched and Gybella doesn’t seem to be available for free download anymore. Creative Market does have it for purchase with commercial license for only $6 right now tho!
Christy Cain - The Appalachian Home thank you! I just purchased it.
Where do you fine the pine frame boards? Loved this video!
Hi thank you so much! I usually get either furring strips from Lowe’s for the frames, or rip them out of pine 1x8s for a local lumber store.
@@AppalachianHomeCo thank you so much!!!:):) I really appreciate it!
How did you cut the frame ?
OMG. I don't think I've ever seen a channel with so many videos on Farmhouse signs! I don't know if you're ever going to get 70,000+ views for this kind of video again but you should do what you enjoy doing and not just what brings in the views. Try doing collabs with other channels! That helps get your channel seen because your other crafts are really cute!
Wow, thank you! That is a great idea and I do have some other content filmed I need to post. Thanks for the tips!
How much would you charge for that type of sign?
Hi! I think this one I charged $60 for but the buyer was local. I would charge around $80 or more if I were shipping because of all the shipping hassle and packaging materials!👍🏻
Do you have a cricut joy? I got one hoping to make bigger signs like this. I definitely will make this one. I LOVE it! Thank you for sharing.
Not yet! I need to do some research on it but would really love to have one in the hopefully near future. I think it cuts a much smaller area than a regular Cricut, and I want to check and see what materials you can cut with it. Thank you so much!!
What determines if you do a stencil or a decal??
Hi. I usually use stencils in I want a more rustic look or if I want the letters antique looking. The vinyl is crisp and clean and I use that for more modern and polished looking signs. Also if there is a color I can’t get in vinyl I will stencil!
Did you use the cricut explore or the maker ? Does it matter ?
Hi! For simple vinyl cutting it doesn’t really matter which machine you use they both cut the same. But for this I did use the Maker because i use it all the time for lots of different things and just always have ready to go!
Love your videos! What brand is your brad nailer?
Hi thank you! I have a porter cable brand and central pneumatic brand also. The both are great.
Where do you buy the frame boards? Thanks for sharin!
Hi! I usually get 2x4s and 1x2s from Lowe’s or a local building supply store. Wood is usually cheaper at the building supply. 👍🏻
Beautiful job, what kind/brand is your hand held sander
Hi thank you so much! I use a TaskForce and also a Porter Cable orbital palm sander I love them!
Very interested in a laundry sign like this, do you commission or can I order a sign from you?
Hi! I do have an Etsy shop and take custom orders there, just message me and I’ll be glad to do you a custom sign.👍🏻 www.etsy.com/shop/TheAppalachianHomeCo
The programing part is what I was worried about and you make it look easy. Hope I can too. Me and computers AHHHH. I call mine F.r.e.d. stands for F#@$in ridiculous electronic device 🤣🤣😂
😂 Lol I feel that way too some days!
Hello! So I have been watching some of your videos which I find helpful. I am confused about the printing. I own a critcut but I have never used it. I want to print a sign like this but would I only need a black vinyls to transfer it onto my wood?
I’ve been in previous videos that you use contact paper?? (Which I have no clue what that is) but I see from this video it’s just vinyl is that right?
Hi! Yes for this sign you would need the black vinyl as well as transfer tape to apply it to your sign. Clear peel and stick is what I was referring to and it does work like transfer tape. I found it in the shelf liner section and have used it before. I now use regular transfer tape Greenstar Layflat clear medium tack from US Cutter and also Transferrite medium tack clear I think I also found on US Cutter.
Do you seal after applying your vinyl! Made my first sign of this type for Mother's Day and need to finish up!
Hi! Congrats on your first sign! Yes I usually use Mod Podge Matte Sealant Spray on most signs. Just make sure all your letters are attached well or the sealant will curl them. They do have a glossy version if you like a glossy finish.
what do you use to hold the wood pieces together?
Hi. I generally make all my signs and frames like this th-cam.com/video/wYoDAPXjH3M/w-d-xo.html. I nail them together using a brad nailer and 18ga nails.👍🏻
Love this!!! Was wondering did you use a matte vinyl or glossy? I have glossy but really like that matte look
Thank you!! I did use the Oracal 651 matte black. I love it too I got a big roll from Amazon I think they should still have it.👍🏻
Do you have a website to purchase from?
Hi! I will have an online shop fully up and running hopefully next month. I do have a small Etsy shop TheAppalachianHomeCo. I do take custom orders you can message me there if ever you are looking for something.
Thank you so much for this tutorial! Your sign is absolutely beautiful. What is your favorite paint to use on your signs and how long do you let it cure before adding the vinyl lettering? Do you seal your sign before applying the. Only? I have had issues with my transfer tape (Walmart duck brand) pulling up my paint even after sticking the transfer tape to my clothes first.🥴 You just make it look so effortless.😍☺️
Thank you that’s so nice of you☺️ Mt favorite paints are Valspar, Gliden, and Kilz. They work really well with vinyl and will allow the vinyl to stick after only a couple hours of drying. Other paints I have to leave overnight. And I have had many comments about the contact brand from Walmart pulling up paint! It depends on the paint and drying time. I switched to regular transfer tape and like it better I use Greenstar brand Layflat clear medium tack👍🏻👍🏻 If you still have problems pull off the transfer against the grain of your wood and it will help some.😊
What kind of vynal do you use?
Hi! I use either Cricut or Oracal 651 adhesive vinyl, mainly the permanent kind.
How did you resize / cut the font. .
Hi! I use the slice feature in Design Space to cut the letters most of the time. Makes sure the letters are welded together first, then draw a shape like a square and place it over the part you want cut out, then select both the square and the letters and slice them. This will cut out the letters within the square. Hope that helps!
What kind of vinyl do you use?
Hi. I use two brands all the time ....Cricut permanent glossy or removable matte, and also Oracal 631(removable) and 651 (permanent). Both are great vinyls.
Love your work. How can I place an order?
Thank you so much!! You can message me on Instagrm or on my Etsy shop www.etsy.com/shop/TheAppalachianHomeCo.🙂
How much did everything cost to make ??
Hi! The luan was $16 for a full sheet and I used about 1/3 sheet so $5.50, plus framing which cost $1.00 for 8’ ( I used 16’ so that would be $2). The paint was low cost I buy in gallons so say $1 for paint, and cost for vinyl was about $3. So I would say the whole material cost was around $11-$12.
Great job! I love this sign. Is the font available as a free download? TFS!
Thank you so much! I found this font on Creative Market, it used to be only $2, but I think the price has changed. I did check for free versions but haven't been able to find this exact font for free download. I do look for new fonts often and will post if I find any similar ones available for free.:)
Naw, that’s so nice of you, thank you!
What transfer tape do you use??
Hi I either use Duck brand clear peel and stick ( just to transfer letters it’s great) and for selling decals I use medium tack clear ( TransferRite I think is the name?).
Ok I don't have time to try to do this myself... I'll pay you...😄
Lol!!