I can't wait to share this Amazing Grace sign I made out of an old bed!
Let’s recap a little. I got this pile of stuff last fall from some very good friends. 
I showed you yesterday that I made a sign out of the foot board sign Always Kiss Me Goodnight.
Old Bed Sign Always Kiss Me Goodnight
Today, I’m showing you the sign I made out of the headboard.
Dismantle Headboard for Sign
I used my compound miter saw to cut the end pieces of on either end of the headboard.
Paint Headboard Pieces
You can see here where I cut it and that I painted it with primer.
Black Bed Pieces to Make Signs
After the primer dried I used my Paint Sprayer that I got at Harbor Freight to paint it black.
Amazing Grace Sign on Silhouette
I designed my words in my Silhouette program. I love that you can make it as long as you want it. This was almost 4 feet long I believe. I used a different font for the A in amazing and the G in grace. I used contact paper for this stencil because I didn’t want to waste my premium vinyl. You can see my settings. Speed=4 Thickness=3
Contact Paper Stencil on Silhouette
This is the polka dotted contact paper I used. I got it on clearance.
Lay Out Stencils for Amazing Grace Sign
After laying it out, I decided it wasn’t going to work in three lines as I have it here.
I cut the phrases apart and made it four lines instead.
Use Painter's Tape to Lay Out DIY Stencil
Notice that since I am using this as a stencil, I have peeled away the “positive” and left the negative.
I used my handy self centering tape measure…. LOVE IT!
Still trying to get it all laid out.
I used some Scotch Blue painters tape where the letters were really close to the edge so that I wouldn’t accidentally paint the board.
Painting Contact Paper Stencil | Amazing Grace Sign
I used a stencil brush… for the first coat. I wasn’t really thrilled with how it was going.
So I switched to a sponge.
This is after I peeled away most of the stencil.
Amazing Grace Sign made from an Old Bed
Here it is after the paint dried.
Lightly Distress Sign
I decided to distress it a little. I think this would be great in a foyer or over a double doorway. Possibly even over a picture window? I would love to keep it, but so far I haven’t found a place to put it.
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Hi, love the stencils and stenciling. Have you a stencilling machine or cutter that cuts the stencils and if so what type and where could I purchase one from. Many thanx, Davey.
This is absolutely beautiful!! My father passed away this last Halloween and this as his favorite song. I have been searching for something like this for a few months now and have not found anything that really caught my eye. This is exactly what I have been looking for to put in my home. Do you make these to sell?? I live in Vermont and would love to purchase this item. I look forward to hearing from you, Kristal
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Absolutely fabulous, Gail! Great headboard for a sign! You did a beautiful job!
I'm so grateful that you linked up in this week's Creative Bloggers' Party & Hop 🙂 This awesome post totally rocked the party!
I just love that song! Such a special message! You did a wonderful job on this! Thanks so much for sharing! 🙂
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what a beautiful way to give that new life!
Amen! That's the message of Easter!
This is SO lovely! 🙂 Very nice job! I agree, it would look lovely over a double doorway! 🙂 Thanks for sharing!
That is a beautiful sign. I think you are right on using that sihlouette machine. I unfortunately still use the old fashioned over head projector method..maybe one day I can jump into this new fangeled way..haha
tammy
Love this a lot! Didn't know you can substitute inexpensive contact paper for the more pricey vinyl. Awesome sign for and awesome hymn!
Love it! that my favorite hymn. It looks beautiful!
What a great sign. I have to say I also love the sign you made from the footboard too.
I have the honor of being your "linky neighbor" over at SNS Party, stopping by to say I think this is a fantastic idea! Very well done, and nice choice of lettering:)
Looks wonderful, another fab project!
So beautiful! I am very glad that I stopped by!
***Hopping over from the Shabby Nest! 🙂
Love this sign - a total wow! I think I may need a Silhouette!
Love this sign - a total wow! I think I may need a Silhouette!
This sign looks amazing. What a super way to make use of a headboard.
I don't remember your mentioning the self-centering tape measure before. It sounds like a must have.
Your sign looks great! Glad you survived the storm!
Love the sign! One of these days maybe you can show me your Silhouette machine. I am thinking I might need to start saving for one!
We survived the storms, but spent quite a bit of time in the basement. Our grill fell over and part of it broke, but so far that's the worst of the damage.
Beautiful, inspirational, and so perfectly done! I love the way you repurposed the old headboard. Your stencil-work is so precise and perfect!
Jenn