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DIY Marquee Numbers

May 28, 2021

Kicking off the graduation season with a big fun DIY project that makes a huge impact.  These marquee numbers are definitely something you can make yourself and then share with friends as kids graduate throughout the years.

self standing marquee

A DIY tutorial to build large self standing marquee numbers. Make a statement with these marquee numbers for your event.

It’s party time and that means big decor with lots of lights and what’s better than giant marquee numbers?  They are a perfect fit for almost any celebration and you can customize them for any occasion.

marquee numbers with wood trim

Marquee Numbers

I made these marquee numbers using 3/4″ plywood so they are sturdy and solid.  Plus I took advantage of the natural 4′ plywood width and made my numbers 4′ tall.  Go big or go home right?

giant marquee lights

plywood marquee numbers

Below I’m sharing the tutorial so you can make these marquee numbers too.  The plans include three numbers – 2, 0 and 1.

  • Graduation year
  • Milestone birthday
  • Anniversary celebration

light up marquee

More Numbers

Plans for more numbers are available:

  • Marquee Number 3
  • Marquee Number 5
  • Marquee Number 6

marquee number 2 plans

Click here for a printable PDF version of the plans including numbers 2, 0 and 1.

Supplies

  • 3/4″ plywood (1 sheet for 2 numbers, each number is 48″ x 30″)
  • jig saw
  • framing square
  • drill
  • 7/8″ Forstner bit
  • paint
  • paint roller
  • string lights
  • stapler
  • 5/16″ staples
  • 1/8″ plywood (underlayment) – 2 full sheets
  • pneumatic staple gun
  • staples
  • wood glue
  • 2x10x10
  • 2 1/2″ spax screws
  • extension cords
  • portable battery power

cutting out number with jigsaw

Step 1: Using the plans here and a pencil and framing square sketch out each number on a piece of 3/4″ plywood (48″ x 30″).  Then use a jigsaw to cut out each number shape.

drilling holes for light sockets

Light Sockets

Step 2: Mark the placement of each light socket then drill a 7/8″ hole using a forstner bit.

holes for light sockets

painting marquee number

Paint

Step 3: Apply the first coat of paint now before you attach the light sockets.

string lights attached to back

Marquee Lights

Step 4: Determine which end of the light string goes at the top and bottom (male or female) depending on how you are attaching all the numbers.  Then secure each socket into a hole with a staple on either side.  Also staple down any excess cord.

attaching wood trim

Trim

Step 5: Rip the 1/8″ underlayment into 5 1/2″ wide strips.  Then cut the strip to fit each portion of the number.  Begin with the longest side and work your way around securing the underlayment to the plywood letter using wood glue and pneumatic staples.

This step goes relatively fast but still it’s a bit tedious cutting each piece of trim to fit.  I promise it will be worth it in the end!

attaching base to number

To give the marquee numbers a base with stability cut a 2×10 to 30″long then attach to the plywood number using 2 1/2″ spax screws. (I’m using a 2×6 here because these will be sitting up on a table secured with a clamp at the back.)

marquee number self standing base

Lastly line up the numbers and plug everything it!

large marquee numbers

Thanks for joining me for this marquee numbers project.  Please leave any questions in the comments below and be sure to follow me on social media for sneak peeks, tools and project inspiration:

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  1. Karen says

    July 15, 2021 at 2:03 PM

    Sorry I meant the number 5 🙂

    Reply
    • Jaime says

      May 28, 2022 at 10:00 AM

      Hi Karen, plans for the #5 are available here: https://www.sprucdmarket.com/plans/marquee-number-5/

      Reply
  2. Holly Harnisch says

    August 17, 2021 at 8:59 PM

    I love how these marquee numbers came out! Would you be able to help with the measurements for a number 4? I have tried, and unsuccessfully, been able to figure it out! lol

    Reply
  3. Carmen Pastrana says

    September 11, 2021 at 11:47 PM

    Do you have the outline for rest of numbers 0-9?

    Reply
  4. Antoinette says

    October 18, 2021 at 9:55 AM

    Good morning do you make these and sale them?

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    • Jaime says

      October 18, 2021 at 10:33 AM

      Hi Antoniette, thanks for your inquiry. I don’t make the marquee numbers for sale but you can use the plans provided.

      Reply
      • Claire says

        January 11, 2022 at 3:12 PM

        Hi,
        Love the numbers, would you happen to have a template for the rest of the numbers if possible please.

        Regards
        Claire

        Reply
  5. Mayra says

    October 20, 2021 at 1:13 PM

    Hi Jaime, Do you have the #6 plans you could share?

    Reply
  6. Maribeth says

    October 25, 2021 at 3:05 PM

    Hi. I literally love this. Have you got a stencil for the number 8 please? I literally keep failing.

    Reply
  7. Jennifer Phinney says

    December 3, 2021 at 5:31 PM

    Love! I would love the plans for a 6 if you have one, I need a 16 for my daughters sweet 16. Thanks!!!

    Reply
    • Jaime says

      December 8, 2021 at 8:49 AM

      Thanks Jennifer. Working on the remaining numbers, hope to get them posted soon!

      Reply
  8. Alberto Lopez says

    December 4, 2021 at 10:16 PM

    Awesome work!!! Do you have the plans for rest of the numbers?

    Reply
    • Jaime says

      December 8, 2021 at 8:48 AM

      Thanks Alberto. Working on the remaining numbers, hope to get them posted soon!

      Reply
      • Jose says

        December 28, 2021 at 8:08 PM

        This is great to hear. Trying to design a 3 myself. Need to get it going for a project. Anyway you have completed them? Thank you!

        Reply
  9. Ashley Andre says

    January 26, 2022 at 1:27 PM

    So glad I found this, and it seems to be the most thorough explanation but I have been trying to manipulate the numbers to make a 4 with a fail each time, are you able to assist?

    Reply
  10. Cris says

    February 19, 2022 at 10:19 AM

    I love these! I noticed you had commented that you were working on measurements for the remaining comments. We are working on a 50…have you powered the remaining measurements somewhere? Or do you have the measurements available for purchase?

    Reply
    • Jaime says

      March 20, 2022 at 8:57 AM

      Hi Cris, plans for the number 5 are available here: https://www.sprucdmarket.com/plans/marquee-number-5/

      Reply
  11. Erin says

    March 1, 2022 at 9:43 AM

    What type and size of light did you use?

    Reply
  12. Heather says

    March 1, 2022 at 4:56 PM

    Hi Jaime, any chance yiu have the measurements for a 5?

    Reply
    • Jaime says

      March 20, 2022 at 8:57 AM

      Hi Heather, plans for the number 5 are available here: https://www.sprucdmarket.com/plans/marquee-number-5/

      Reply
  13. Rosa says

    March 9, 2022 at 5:17 PM

    Hello I would like if you could put measurements for number 5

    Reply
    • Jaime says

      March 20, 2022 at 8:57 AM

      Hi Rosa, plans for the number 5 are available here: https://www.sprucdmarket.com/plans/marquee-number-5/

      Reply
      • Silvia says

        October 26, 2022 at 12:00 PM

        Hola … Me interesan la plantilla de los números de marquesina.. gracias

        Reply
        • Jaime says

          October 27, 2022 at 4:17 PM

          Hi Silvia, the plans for these numbers are all linked up above in the post.

          Reply
  14. Jane Noonan says

    May 7, 2022 at 12:29 PM

    the #2 only has 20 lights, what do you do with the excess? Also, do you connect the lights to each other in one circuit continuous circuit? do they reach and connect between numbers?

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    • Jaime says

      May 7, 2022 at 7:57 PM

      Hi Jane, for the excess light sockets just staple them securely in the back cavity (with no light bulbs). Yes you connect all the cords together. They reach but it all depends on how much space you want between your numbers. You can always run them together with extension cords if you want more space between numbers.

      Reply
      • Jane Noonan says

        May 23, 2022 at 5:46 PM

        Thank you for your help. It is coming together. It took me a min (read half a day) to measure onto the larger scale wood but it looks great. Do you have the measurements for the #3?

        Reply
        • Jaime says

          May 28, 2022 at 9:59 AM

          Hi Jane, plans for the #3 are available here: https://www.sprucdmarket.com/plans/marquee-number-3/

          Reply
  15. Jennifer W says

    May 22, 2022 at 11:08 PM

    Hi! Any chance you have the numbers 3 and 4?

    Reply
  16. Jennifer says

    May 25, 2022 at 11:09 PM

    I’d also love the #3if you decide to do it. Thank you!!

    Reply
    • Jaime says

      May 28, 2022 at 9:59 AM

      Hi Jennifer, plans for the #3 are available here: https://www.sprucdmarket.com/plans/marquee-number-3/

      Reply
  17. Tina says

    July 25, 2022 at 10:16 PM

    Can you please provide me with plans for a number 3? These are amazing

    Reply
    • Jaime says

      July 26, 2022 at 8:47 PM

      Hi Tina, yes I have the plans for the number 3 available here: https://www.sprucdmarket.com/plans/marquee-number-3/

      Reply
  18. Diana says

    October 4, 2022 at 6:15 PM

    Hello do you have the plan for the # 1

    Reply
    • Jaime says

      October 10, 2022 at 6:55 AM

      Hi Diana, the plans for the #1 are linked above in the post.

      Reply
  19. Casey says

    October 13, 2022 at 7:21 AM

    Hello, how long does it typically take to construct one number?

    Reply
  20. Chau Climer says

    January 10, 2023 at 8:46 PM

    Thank you so much for sharing your talent! How much did you spend on materials and how time did it take?

    Reply
  21. brandy says

    January 18, 2023 at 2:47 PM

    I’m looking for the 0 measurements please

    Reply
    • Jaime says

      January 25, 2023 at 8:24 AM

      Hi Brandy, the plans are here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GFIpNiQsS8ZYpLd4h2hszuJLjtQNp-DI/view

      Reply
  22. Kate says

    January 30, 2023 at 11:40 AM

    What is the font name for these numbers

    Reply
    • Jaime says

      February 16, 2023 at 9:30 AM

      Hi Kate, no font name – I designed the numbers just based on size and dimensions I thought looked appropriate for the application.

      Reply
  23. jakub lakomski says

    March 15, 2023 at 9:27 PM

    For the sides its 5.5 inch rips.. its right down the middle on the install…so 2.5 inches on both sides? Or offset?

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    • Jaime says

      March 16, 2023 at 10:12 AM

      Hi Jakub, Cut a scrap story stick (I believe mine was 2.5″) so the front reveal is always the same. You can see me using it in my highlight reel here: https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17955598891419764/

      Reply

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