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October 3, 2014 ~ 48 Comments
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Pottery Barn Inspired Diner Sign

Filed Under: Accessory Painting, Blogger Tour Group, Crafts, DIY, Interior Decorating, My Projects Tagged With: Americana Decor Chalky Finish Paint, chalky finish paint, decor, diner sign, knock off decor, pottery barn inspired, pottery barn knock off

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Pottery Barn inspired Diner sign tutorial created with materials on-hand by Our Southern Home. #rockyourknockoff #knockoff

I am so excited to be participating with a few of my blogging friends in my first Knock Off project!

Be sure to see the other projects at the end of the post!

I've been wanting something above the cow in our kitchen for a while.

I was inspired to create the DINER sign by Pottery Barn.

Pottery Barn sells theirs for $59. Mine cost nothing because I already had the supplies.

Pottery Barn inspired Diner sign tutorial created with materials on-hand by Our Southern Home. #rockyourknockoff #knockoff

I had this leftover piece of wood from the chalkboard menu board that I recently made. It's just a piece of plywood. It is 48 inches long and 9 inches wide.

After printing the letters, I taped them together 2 inches apart.

Pottery Barn inspired Diner sign tutorial created with materials on-hand by Our Southern Home. #rockyourknockoff #knockoff

I painted the board in Everlasting by Americana Decor Chalky Finish Paints.

I centered the font on the board and taped it in place. I also folded over the sides so I could find the exact spot if it came away from the board. I did this first because with the next step, I wanted to place in the correct spot so I wouldn't transfer over any of the oil pastels unnecessarily.

Pottery Barn inspired Diner sign tutorial created with materials on-hand by Our Southern Home. #rockyourknockoff #knockoff

I then turned the paper over to the wrong side and traced the backside of the letters very roughly with oil pastels.

Flip it back over and carefully place back on the board centered. I then trace the letters and the oil pastels leaves an outline. You can find the full tutorial for my font transfer method HERE.

Pottery Barn inspired Diner sign tutorial created with materials on-hand by Our Southern Home. #rockyourknockoff #knockoff

I'm left with my traced letters. Just fill in with paint. I used a flat artist brush and painting in Relic by Americana Decor Chalky Finish Paints.

Pottery Barn inspired Diner sign tutorial created with materials on-hand by Our Southern Home. #rockyourknockoff #knockoff

After I painted the letters, I just eyed it and applied painter's tape for 2 thin pin stripes in Relic as well.

Pottery Barn inspired Diner sign tutorial created with materials on-hand by Our Southern Home. #rockyourknockoff #knockoff

I measured a piece of painters tape 8 inches long and placed it on a piece of cardstock. I cut it out and used as a template to trace. This was faster that taping off stripes on the sides.

Pottery Barn inspired Diner sign tutorial created with materials on-hand by Our Southern Home. #rockyourknockoff #knockoff

All of the painting is complete. I then lightly distressed and wiped away all the dust with a dry cloth.

Pottery Barn inspired Diner sign tutorial created with materials on-hand by Our Southern Home. #rockyourknockoff #knockoff

Before distressing

Pottery Barn inspired Diner sign tutorial created with materials on-hand by Our Southern Home. #rockyourknockoff #knockoff

Using Americana Decor Chalky Finish products I applied clear and then dark wax. You can see the waxing method and tips HERE. These paints and waxes are so affordable and can be found at Home Depot, Hobby Lobby, Michaels and AC Moore.

Pottery Barn inspired Diner sign tutorial created with materials on-hand by Our Southern Home. #rockyourknockoff #knockoff

The dark wax really gives and aged, vintage look.

Pottery Barn inspired Diner sign tutorial created with materials on-hand by Our Southern Home. #rockyourknockoff #knockoff

 

Pottery Barn inspired Diner sign tutorial created with materials on-hand by Our Southern Home. #rockyourknockoff #knockoff

 

Pottery Barn inspired Diner sign tutorial created with materials on-hand by Our Southern Home. #rockyourknockoff #knockoff

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  1. Pamela says

    October 30, 2014 at 5:47 PM

    Your knock off Pottery Barn Dinner sign turned out great Christy!
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    • Christy says

      October 30, 2014 at 8:52 PM

      Thanks so much, Pamela!!!

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    • Christy says

      November 4, 2014 at 3:59 PM

      Thanks bunches!!!
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  2. Marty says

    October 27, 2014 at 7:25 PM

    Perfect. I love this and such a great tutorial too. Thanks tons for linking to Inspire Me.
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    • Christy says

      November 4, 2014 at 4:03 PM

      Thanks bunches!!
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  3. Robin AllThingsHeartandHome says

    October 14, 2014 at 3:34 PM

    Christy that’s the BEST knock off! I love signs and want to much to make them and you’ve made it sound like I can do it! (I have oil pastels šŸ™‚ ) Thanks for linking to Twirl and Take a Bow..I’m pinning and going to ck out your font tutorial xo
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  4. Debbie says

    October 10, 2014 at 10:42 AM

    Love it!! Great price too šŸ˜‰
    Debbie
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  5. Richella Parham says

    October 9, 2014 at 8:48 AM

    Christy, I just love your Diner sign! You did a beautiful job on it, and it looks smashing in your lovely kitchen. You are a talented woman.

    Thank you so much for joining Grace at Home–it means the world to me. I’m featuring you this week!
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  6. Kimm at Reinvented says

    October 8, 2014 at 12:31 PM

    I LOVE IT! That’s a new technique for me to transfer the letters, so I’m thankful for new knowledge! šŸ™‚ The sign looks amazing above that cute cow.
    Kimm at Reinvented recently posted…31 Days of No Spend Decorating-Tin CansMy Profile

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    • Christy says

      October 8, 2014 at 3:36 PM

      Thanks so much!! I’ve found this method my go to for lots!!!

      Reply
  7. Wendi says

    October 6, 2014 at 8:26 PM

    Great project choice and super tutorial. Thanks for sharing your transfer method too!
    Wendi recently posted…Ralph Lauren Knock Off Nautical Pendant LightMy Profile

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  8. Jen says

    October 6, 2014 at 10:41 AM

    Christy, I love how this turned out! I had no idea it was 4 ft long at first. It really compliments the space above your hutch – and it looks so much like the original. Great job!
    Jen recently posted…Burlap Message Board Inspired by Ballard DesignsMy Profile

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  9. Jeanette says

    October 6, 2014 at 10:32 AM

    Your projects always look so high-end…absolute perfection. I love everything you do, Christy. Excellent tutorial as usual!
    Jeanette recently posted…Ballard Designs-Inspired Monogram ArtMy Profile

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    • Christy says

      October 24, 2014 at 8:05 AM

      You are so sweet!!! Thanks so very much, Jeanette!
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  10. Nancy says

    October 5, 2014 at 7:55 PM

    Oh that sign is awesome Christy!! I am such a sucker for a good sign!!! And that’s a really good one!! Love it!!

    Nancy
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  11. Dria says

    October 5, 2014 at 10:56 AM

    Christy this came out fantastic! I want something like this for my living room! You did an incredible job!
    Dria recently posted…Anthropologie Knockoff – DIY Owl Wreath – Rock Your Knockoff Tour 2My Profile

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  12. Meegan says

    October 4, 2014 at 10:43 AM

    Really CUTE! I could use this above my pantry door. I love the price, too šŸ™‚
    I am excited to pin it to for future reference
    Meegan recently posted…Pottery Barn Jingle Pillow Knock-offMy Profile

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    • Christy says

      October 4, 2014 at 2:41 PM

      Thanks so much!
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  13. Kathy says

    October 4, 2014 at 10:02 AM

    This is lovely, I’m featuring it on my Weekend Reflections with a direct link back here! Thanks for sharing.
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    • Christy says

      October 4, 2014 at 2:41 PM

      Thanks so much! I’ll be sure to visit!
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  14. Christy says

    October 3, 2014 at 7:44 PM

    Great knock off, Christy! And free? Nothing is better than free! After I did my first knock off, I thought this was so easy…I created a fabulous project with no thought required since it was someone else’s idea…just call it a knock off ha ha. It’s a wonder I don’t do more of them. Yours is perfect! XO
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    • Christy says

      October 4, 2014 at 2:42 PM

      Thanks!!! This was my first…not sure why I haven’t done before!! Kind of addictive!
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  15. Tami says

    October 3, 2014 at 7:20 PM

    Christy,
    Your sign turned out fantastic! I have yet to try the paints but definitely need to after seeing the results!
    Have a great weekend!
    ~Tami
    Tami recently posted…DIY Knockoff Card Catalog: Knockoff Tour #2My Profile

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    • Christy says

      October 4, 2014 at 2:43 PM

      Thanks bunches!
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  16. Cindy Jenkins says

    October 3, 2014 at 6:12 PM

    Fantastic sign! I think it’s something I could actually make. And the cow just totally makes it!
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    • Christy says

      October 4, 2014 at 2:43 PM

      Thanks so much! It was my first knock off project!!
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  17. Ashley says

    October 3, 2014 at 10:14 AM

    Thank you so much for the great tutorial! I am so happy to see your painted your letters the old fashion way instead of using a die cut machine. šŸ˜‰

    I would love for you to share this project at my Show Me Saturday party this weekend. We go live at 7:00am EST. My readers would love this!

    ~ Ashley
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    • Christy says

      October 4, 2014 at 2:44 PM

      Thanks bunches!!! I will!
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  18. Cindy says

    October 3, 2014 at 10:01 AM

    Christy you did a great job. I really like that you aged and sanded this piece, it gives it more character.

    Cindy

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    • Christy says

      October 4, 2014 at 2:45 PM

      Thanks! I’ve only done a couple of signs, but really love them!
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  19. Marty says

    October 3, 2014 at 9:37 AM

    I love it, looks fabulous. Great job.
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    • Christy says

      October 4, 2014 at 2:45 PM

      Thanks bunches sweet friend!
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  20. Leslie says

    October 3, 2014 at 9:21 AM

    Love it! Your version is great and thanks for the printable letters!
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    • Christy says

      October 4, 2014 at 2:45 PM

      Thanks! Have a great weekend!
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  21. Paula says

    October 3, 2014 at 8:56 AM

    Great project, Christy! This looks terrific above the buffet in your kitchen. I haven’t thought about using art pastels in years. I used to make posters with them in my first few years of teaching.
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    • Christy says

      October 4, 2014 at 2:47 PM

      Thanks, Paula! I only started using them because Ash had them to play with!!! They are great for this! Happy weekend to ya!
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  22. MK says

    October 3, 2014 at 8:23 AM

    I love you sign–great job! I have the Americana Dark Wax but haven’t tried it yet. So far I’ve painted a TV stand, two Night Stands, and a side table with Americana Chalky paints. On a few, I just sprayed on satin Poly. But on the side table I used the Americana varnish on the top (where things will sit), and then I sprayed poly on the legs–both out of laziness and to stretch my varnish so I have plenty for other projects.

    I love the Americana Chalky paint and accompanying products. So, SO glad for a company to produce this kind of paint/wax/varnish at an affordable price!!!!!

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    • Christy says

      October 4, 2014 at 2:48 PM

      Thanks!!! I haven’t tried the varnish yet, but want to! Love how affordable it is! Nothing wrong with spray poly!!! I use it…fast and easy!!!
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  23. martina says

    October 3, 2014 at 7:58 AM

    That looks awesome Christy!!
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    • Christy says

      October 4, 2014 at 2:50 PM

      Thanks Martina!!! Hey…I’m still not getting post emails from you. I’ve subscribed and confirmed twice. Oursouthernhomesc@gmail.com if you are able to check.
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