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How to create letter art
How to create letter art
Overview
Whether it's your name, a slogan, or an inspiring word, making FUN letter art is all about putting your own stamp on timber letters. Here's how to do it.
Tools and materials
Tools and materials
Steps
Gather your tools and materials
Below are all of the tools and materials you'll need to complete this project.
Choose your letters
We've decided to decorate the letters that spell FUN, but you might choose to decorate letters that spell out your name.
Pick some paper
Choose whatever pattern, design or coloured paper you like. We selected from some designs in a book, but you could re-use some old wrapping paper, which would work just as well. We opted for cool spots.
Trace the letters
Put the letters on the wrapping paper and use a pencil to trace around them.
Cut out the letters
Then use your scissors to cut around the letter shapes you've just made. Be sure to stay on the inside of the pencil line.
Stick the paper to the letters
Apply a light coating of glue to the timber letters. Then line up your paper cut-outs and stick them on top. Do this for all your letters.
Apply a coating of glue
To give your letter art a glossy finish, paint a coating of glue on top of each letter.
A FUN project
There you go! A FUN letter art project that not only looks awesome but is easy to do.
Feeling crafty?
For more simple D.I.Y. inspiration check out our Kids D.I.Y. Advice page.
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Health & Safety
Asbestos, lead-based paints and copper chromium arsenic (CCA) treated timber are health hazards you need to look out for when renovating older homes. These substances can easily be disturbed when renovating and exposure to them can cause a range of life-threatening diseases and conditions including cancer. For information on the dangers of asbestos, lead-based paint and CCA treated timber and tips for dealing with these materials contact your local council's Environmental Health Officer or visit our Health & Safety page.
When following our advice in our D.I.Y. videos, make sure you use all equipment, including PPE, safely by following the manufacturer’s instructions. Check that the equipment is suitable for the task and that PPE fits properly. If you are unsure, hire an expert to do the job or talk to a Bunnings Team Member.