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Embossed Paint Technique on Thrifted Sign

Just wait until you see the results on this thrifted sign by using my embossed paint technique!

Turned out so amazing and love the chippy, textured & weathered vibes! It’ll be a featured sign inside my recently revamped craft studio!

Scroll Down for a look at SUPPLIES used, Video Tutorial & the incredible After reveal of this sign makeover!

Edit: Since publishing this blog post, I used this same technique to transform a Dollar General shelf sitter…Scroll to very bottom for info on that project!

before thrifted sign makeover by Hammons Nest

Here are the SUPPLIES I used for this makeover:

PLEASE KEEP IN MIND, YOU DON’T HAVE TO USE THESE EXACT SUPPLIES…..I’M USING HIGH QUALITY RUBBER STAMPS & chalk paint FOR THIS PROJECT….BUT FEEL FREE TO USE similar supplies you already have on hand.

This post may contain referral links to products used. This means I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase at no additional cost to you. I only refer products I use & love

supplies used embossed paint technique- Hammons nest
supplies used embossed paint technique- Hammons nest
  • Thrifted Sign
  • Citristrip Gel
  • Chemical Gloves
  • Metal Scraper
  • Chip Brush
  • Odorless Mineral Spirits
  • Paper Towels
  • Dixie Belle Chalk Paint “Drop Cloth” (Order HERE)
  • Dixie Belle Chalk Paint “Olive Wood” (Order HERE)
  • Water Mister Bottle (similar to this one)
  • Joint Compound
  • Embossed Scrapbook Paper (Hobby Lobby Sku#700369)
  • Sanding Block
  • Paper Plates
  • Paint Brushes
  • Rubber Stamps (Find them HERE)
  • StazOn Black Ink (get it HERE)
  • Painter’s Tape
  • Acrylic Stamping Block (this is a great bundle)
close up of Hammons Nest embossed paint technique

I mean, just look at that beautiful, weathered finish! Be sure to check out the How-To Video below to make sense of the steps to achieve a similar finish on an item you’d like to redo!

Consider all the different color combos & embossed patterns you could try out with this technique!

close up of embossed paint technique- Hammons nest

STEPS Overview for Embossed Paint Technique:

(read & watch video below to help understand the process)

1-The idea is to mix a bit of joint compound into your paint, then paint on and press with embossed paper (or any type of material to act as an embossed stamp)…work in sections….you can even go back over the spots to try and pull up more paint

Note: your background color will matter….my sign had to be stripped a bit to give me a fresh stained background to work with…..if you want a similar look, paint or stain your background first!

2- Once dry, add a paint wash for additional interest. An easy way to do that is apply the paint, spray with mist of water and wipe back to create that paint wash glaze look.

3- Next…..my sign was made using rubber stamps (linked in supply list)…. a great tip for stamping a sign this large is to lay down painter’s tape as a guide

If you’re a visual like me, TAP TO WATCH this quick video tutorial of this technique in action!

Hammons Nest Craft Studio- thrifted goodness

I really couldn’t love this more & it’s the perfect touch for my craft studio! I hope you’ll be inspired to give this a try in your own amazing way!

Be sure to PIN this one so you can revisit it later!

Pinterest Image- Hammons Nest Thrifted Sign Makeover using embossed paint technique

Before you go, I thought you might like THIS BIRDHOUSE Project… It has such a unique finish too!

PLUS, check out this Dollar General watering can shelf sitter makeover! I used this same embossing technique in the same colors to give it a whole new look….. you can watch the replay HERE!

This technique will work on many different projects….just give it a try!

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