A couple weeks ago, I found a paint-by-number at an unbeatable price. I can’t pass these things up even though I already owned this particular design. I thought that I could maybe use it to make a fun D.I.Y., but my new rule is that all thrifts that I purchase with the intent of restyling need to get done right away. I have way too many half finished projects in my life. With that little bit of motivation I came up with a fun D.I.Y. to display some of my favorite song lyrics in our newlywed home.
Song Lyric Art Instructions
- Step 1: Find a paint by number or vintage painting that you like, but not one you adore (since you’ll be painting over most of the design). A damaged piece works great, or a print you aren’t too crazy about or ever a duplicate piece, like mine.
- Step 2-3: Supplies needed: Artwork, Letter stickers (see 3 for the exact stickers I used. I purchased them at the art section of Michaels. You can also get them at hardware stores everywhere) White paint (in hindsight I would use spray paint, just a hint!), a paint brush and scissors.
- Step 4: Cut out and plot out your design. I know it’s an extra step to cut out each letter, but it’s much easier to create nice spacing this way!
- Step 5: Stick stickers. Place them as perfectly or imperfectly as you fancy!
- Step 6-8: Cover the entire art piece with a coat (or two) of white paint. I wish I would have used spray paint because my letters bled a tiny bit. Spray paint is preferable.
- Step 9: Allow your paint to dry. I layed my piece on the front porch for an hour. Next, peel the letters off carefully.
- Step 10: Yay! You did it. Enjoy your new piece of art!
I displayed our piece in our bedroom, on Jeremy’s side of the bed. These song lyrics are by Camera Obscura, one of my favorite bands. The song is significant to us because I walked down the aisle to it at our wedding. The little bearded man art is by Ashley Goldberg and the coffee container is where we collect spare change.
I can’t find a cute background for the project!!!
What great idea! I also love your yellow saltwater sandals
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It even looks cool as the reverse, with just the black letters over the design. Cool either way!
It’s soooooo beauty and easy to make, thanks for your tips and sharingg
Thanks for the great inspiration! Absolutely love your blog
What great idea! I also love your yellow saltwater sandals
I love love love this idea! To be honest, I’ve never been a creative, crafty person but when wonderful people like you make it so easy, it makes me eager to try. One question….what is your backing? I’ve never done a paint by numbers so I don’t know what kind of backing it has. But if I just printed a picture on my printer, what kind of backing could I use to make it stand up without a frame like yours? Thank you so much! You guys are so beautiful and creative! You have a gift.
can i use a poster or does it have to be a piece of painted material?
This is for sure on my to do list! the hard part for me will be finding a song to take lyrics from. This blog is amazing and full of such cute ideas! Thanks for sharing!
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I love this, but have a question. The letters you used claim to be “permanent”, but you did not seem to have a trouble getting the off. Is there a trick to that step or are they just not that “permanent”?
I’ve been trying to do this like crazy but I have not been able to find the “permanent adhesive letters” The ones I have found wont stick properly! Any ideas how to “solve” this issue? I live in Spain! Thanks!!
This is such a cute idea! Do you have to use vinyl letters?
That’s awesome!What a great idea! I must try it!
Spray paint just makes the letters come off… it’s a no go for sure.
Just purchases a used print to start this awesome project! Can someone send me printable instructions please?
It even looks cool as the reverse, with just the black letters over the design. Cool either way!
If you peel the stickers while the paint is still wet you’ll get smoother edges and avoid any paint peeling.
i did this and it looks great! featured you on my blog!
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So nice!!!!I love your blog…congrats