"O" is for Optimistic

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.

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

“O” is for Optimistic