How to Make a Wallpaper Sign

Looking for an easy decoration to add to a wall or frame? We have made paper signs and napkin signs... why not a wallpaper sign! Check out my instructions for this EASY and fun DIY below.

What you will need:

• Wallpaper
• MDF or Wood
• Pine
• Wood Sealer or Paint
• Wood Stain
• Water basin or farmhouse sink
• Rag
• Squeegee or credit card
• Nail Gun or Rapid Fuse

How to make a Wallpaper Sign

1- Cut your sheet of MDF down to 35" Long x 25" wide.

2- Seal your MDF or wood with a clear coat or paint.

3- Cut your pine down to ¾" x ¾" strips.

4- Stain your strips of pine with stain. I used Early American by Minwax and a foam brush to apply the stain.

5- Once your board is dry it is time to roll out the wallpaper.

6- I left about an inch overhang on each side of the board so I had a little wiggle room.

7- Fill your sink or water basin with water. You could even use your bathtub!

8- Completely submerge the wallpaper in the water.

9- Remove and place on your wood.

10- Smooth out the wallpaper with a squeegee or credit card. Don't press too hard or you will push all of the glue off of the wallpaper.

Once all the bubbles are out repeat steps 6-10 again for the second piece of wallpaper.

11- Make sure to take the time to line up your seams.

12- Once all the bubbles are out, use a damp cloth to remove all the glue and smooth any other bubbles. Once the wallpaper is dry, remove the excess wallpaper on the sides with a razor blade and then add your frame.

And there you have a fantastic DIY wallpaper sign. Enjoy!

Another way to make a sign is with peel and stick vinyl.  See my tutorial here 

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