How To Paint and Prep Blank Wood Signs for Cricut Vinyl: Part 1

If you have ever wanted to use a custom-painted sign for your Cricut vinyl projects, this tutorial will walk you through it step by step. Learn what paint to use on your wood blanks and how to seal them, so they are ready to receive Cricut vinyl or iron-on vinyl.
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[@nancyg78]

Thank you Abbi 🙏🏼 for all your amazing videos 👊🏼 thank you

[@abbikirstencollections]

You're so welcome! I'm so happy you find them helpful!❤️

[@bmadives53]

Awesome, idea!

[@abbikirstencollections]

Thanks!

[@yolandabaca4740]

I really like the large silicone baking mat. I have two small place mat size of silicone but they're too small for a large project. Thank you for this video, I enjoy making signs for gifts.

[@abbikirstencollections]

My pleasure! Happy to help! :)

[@smeg8557]

I plan to do some picture frames using your method with heat transfer vinyl, I’m going to personalize the backing, but what type of wood would you suggest if you can suggest for a wood picture frame and a backing? And it looks like you’re using maybe quarter inch I’m not sure.

[@melissamoore6733]

do you have to paint and seal the wood can you put the vinyl on the wood without paint oor seal

[@sherrykaib8785]

I've heard that polyacrilic is not for outdoor use. Has it held up for you if it's in the elements? I sell my signs so I need to make sure they hold up.

[@abbikirstencollections]

I haven't had any problems with mine. I have one on my porch and I'm in Florida. :)

[@kims4017]

Polyurethane water based is for outdoor. Polyacrylic is for indoor.

[@jjherrell]

Would Krylon Crystal Clear spray sealer work okay with this?

[@abbikirstencollections]

I haven't tested that brand but yes, in theory you can use that too. :)

[@JG-nr2ef]

Can you seal an unpainted sign? I did iron-on on just plain wood.

[@barbra429]

Does anyone know how long you let the sealer dry please?

[@abbikirstencollections]

That will depend on several factors such as humidity and temperature but you will find directions on the packaging to help :)

[@dyshiajones5678]

Does the white paint that you use yellow over time?

[@abbikirstencollections]

It would depend on the environmental factors but if it is out in full sun it may yellow over time. It would be best to use it in a covered location or choose a paint for extended outdoor use.

[@thomasralfenson2684]

Try to do it with Woodglut plans :)