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“O” is for Optimistic

January 6, 2013

Paint: Be Optimistic sign

I painted this little gem inspired by the graphic below that came to me in a weekly update email from Best Made Co.:
 You can also find the graphic on Pinterest.
I must admit I was always taken by this little badge from Best Made Co.:
So I change the background color for fun and added a frame:

The 1″ thick frame makes a great border:
And lets the sign stand on its own, no need to hang:
Here’s how to paint the Be Optimistic sign:

1. Print out graphic. *see notes above about sources*
Paint 3/4″ plywood piece (9″ x 6″) pink, line up print out on top of wood board and trace letters with ballpoint pen:
2. Paint on and inside the indent left behind by the pen:

3. Add 1″ wood trim as frame with 5/8″ wire brads or finish nails and glue:
I’m linking up to:
SAS @ Funky Junk
Nifty Thrifty Sunday @ Nifty Thrifty Things
DIY Project Parade @ The DIY Showoff
Tutorials & Tips Tuesday @ Home Stories A to Z
Strut Your Stuff @ Somewhat Simple
Share Awesomeness Thur @ The 36th Avenue
Pretty Things Thursday @ Scissors & Spatulas
Flaunt it Friday @ Chic on a Shoestring
Frugal Friday @ The Shabby Nest
SAS @ Just a Girl
Remodelaholics Anonymous @ Remodelaholic
inspiration board @ Carolyns Homework
Sunday Showcase Party @ Under the Table & Dreaming
Weekend Bloggy Reading @ Serenity Now

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  1. Maureen says

    January 6, 2013 at 5:47 PM

    You can't go wrong with that sign to remind you of what may be waiting around the next corner. Well done!

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  2. Debbie - Painted Therapy says

    January 7, 2013 at 2:34 AM

    Perfect, as always. 🙂

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  3. daiseyjayne.com says

    January 7, 2013 at 2:30 PM

    Great sign, just love that color!

    Reply
  4. Jacqueline H. says

    January 8, 2013 at 3:01 AM

    I love that font-thanks for the great tutorial!

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