How to Transfer Letters onto Wood ~ DIY Letter Transfer ~ Sign Tutorial

In this video I show you four different methods on how to transfer letters and images onto a surface without a Cameo or Cricut!
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[@cheryl7198]

I’m so ready for Spring! Here in lower Michigan this last Winter was quite severe. The lowest temperature was -15 degrees with -40 wind chill. We’ve had lots of snow. Growing up in Texas my beloved grandmother always said that a sure sign of Spring was when robins gathered. I absolutely love to hear birds chirping and singing. To me it’s one of the most beautiful sounds. Right up there with church bells or a child’s laughter. Thank you for sharing these great ideas. 🌹😊🌸

[@tawanajeffries3610]

I had no idea that there were so many ways. Another lady showed how to make a stencil using contact paper. Thanks so much for taking the time to share all these techniques with us!! It was 71 and sunny here in Arkansas today so spring has arrived and is here to stay.

[@rebeccasobczynski6492]

Hi Mary we sleep all winter with our bedroom window open, the first sign of spring here in Michigan for me is the sounds of robins singing at 3 am it's an amazing song they sing so long b4 the sun comes up. I was born and raised in a tiny rural mid ohio town, as a child I didn't remember the robins up b4 day break, had to milk the cows b4 school lol so I was up way b4 dawn. I love spring everything starts to wake up from sleeping all winter it's rebirth to me. Tfs all ur turtoral love each one, can't wait to come back home latter this week, I miss spring time in ohio!!! God Bless

[@rhondaflanders4386]

I used to do the technique with the carbon paper when I did a lot of wood burning. I love the market sign you stenciled. The distressing on the wood is just right for the weather beaten look.

[@SusanSmith-ir4qk]

Love all of your videos Mary! You are such a blessing to me. Thank you for sharing your talent and thank you for being a great example of a true Christian. I love that you put verses from the Bible on things. XO, Carol

[@carolynlunel9382]

I live in California and this Winter we had so much rain that now we have super blooms! It's beautiful! Allergies not so good lol..but it is my favorite season too. I love the garden and all the birds & butterflies. Thanks for your tips..the foam letters for stamps is an easy one that I hadn't thought of! Love how ALL your projects came out! Happy Spring💚🌿🦋🐦

[@estherheming8836]

I forgot to say, how much I love the Aspen trees and birds. I too live in the White Mountains of AZ. We get snow like u. I love Spring. Flowers come alive ,Trees, and so much more. I'm a true supporter of Gardens. My past time in Spring and Summer. 🌳🌲🌻🌱⚘

[@TheCottageHouse]

I just love how natural you are. It’s like watching you, is actually what you would be like in person. Thanks for all the great ideas.

[@mumstheword8851]

Hi from Belgium, Mary. Spring is here!! Whoop! Plenty of fresh green bursting forth, violets in the lawn 😲😄..(not the plan but I guess stray seeds from last year...a colourful blanket) and daffodils standing proud. What a difference a couple of mild days can do. 🐣🌱🌿🌷🌺 I've also sown some marigolds and sweet peas inside. I don't really have green fingers, tho'. Anyway, this again was a wonderful video. So many styles and techniques to try. Thank you! If I don't check in anymore before Easter, I wish you every blessing celebrating the fact that the grave couldn't Jesus, our Saviour! He is risen indeed!!. I thank Him for the talents you have and that you love to share it all with us. You're an excellent and natural teacher!! God bless you and yours! Love, Isobel xx

[@mumstheword8851]

..couldn't hold Jesus, of course 😏😉

[@jomamablu]

I live in the southwestern part of Ontario, Canada. Right now we are being teased about spring. One day I hear robins and it is fairly warm out. The next day it is cold with a dusting of snow. Well, snow has disappeared the past few days but it is still chilly. One thing that assures me that spring has arrived is our neighbor's pond. When the temp has warmed up the frogs in the pond next door are croaking out a love song! Some people don't like it ... me, I love it. It lulls me off to sleep at night! I think the song is "Bullfrogs and Butterflies!" LOL Thanks for sharing your techniques. I'm one of those who doesn't have a machine so, these techniques will be helpful. Bring on the warm temperatures, the birds, the flowers, the frogs ... Which reminds me...I have a grandson and when he was 3 I asked him how his day was. His answer was, "The sky is blue, the grass is green and the whole world is full of color!" Three!!! I need the eyes of a 3yr old! LOL Have a happy spring.

[@mamabear7746]

Hello fellow Canadian. Im originally from Alberta. Now Wa state.

[@lindacarney1489]

Mary, you are a very talented lady and I always love how you so freely share your techniques. For those of us who don't have the Cameo, these methods are great alternatives. Always a subscriber💕

[@paulronningen207]

Thank you so much for your videos. I work nights as a psychiatric nurse and love watching your videos on my break for a moment of calm. Keep up the amazing work!

[@rachelcoloradomy3kidz778]

Love seeing that You're a psychiatric nurse! And that you love watching Mary for calm 😘 she's very tranquil

[@robinaanstey3734]

I live in sunny FL, but I love spring in the Appalachians. I get up there whenever I get the chance, but here in FL, sure signs of spring is flowering bougainvillea and all of the new leaves a bright green on the Live Oak tree in my yard. Happy Spring y'all! 💐☀️

[@bevdix]

Thank you - I appreciate these tutorials. I hope to get started on stuff as soon as we move. One of my favorite signs of Spring are the birds coming back and singing their song. We also get peepers here too. I have Snow Drops blooming and my Hellebores are starting to show their buds. The renewal we have in Spring reminds me of the new life we have in HIM.

[@Squaredtreasures]

Spent all day Sunday 7 hrs of prepping gardens! It was such a beautiful day! I live in Philadelphia. Love earthing! I love all your videos ! You are an inspiration! God Bless!

[@brendahorton4907]

I’m here in South Carolina and I love walking down by our creek that runs through the property. I always look forward to our hummingbirds coming. I document each year and the first one showed up last year March 17, 2020. Can’t wait but in the meantime I love watching my Woodpeckers, Nuthatch, Phoebe, Carolina Wren, Titmouse. So relaxing to watch them eat and bring their babies to the feeders in spring.

[@evelynj.amponsah8417]

Mary i can't express your gift of being so creative. It never cease to amaze me with your projects. Some are time consuming but so worth it at the end. The cricket machine saves a lot of time. Thxs for sharing.

[@bloomingnut23]

Spring yes! Saw my first wood duck fly over the other day and our woodcocks are out at dusk now. Red wing black birds at the feeders. My greenhouse is up and as soon as I kick this cold I have I’ll be planting! Have a great day 😁

[@fb9001]

Thank you very much for this item🥰 it is very useful for me Furthermore about spring in the Netherlands: oh yes I love this time of the year, it’s a new beginning of everything. Love to hear the birds sing, the first flowers, leafs and vegetables coming out of the ground. The last month we had very nice weather with a lot of sun. And in this time of home staying I appreciate it soooooooooo much. Stay safe 🕯🙏🏻

[@ELIZABETH-lq9os]

Hi Mary!From Buenos Aires, Argentina,,only 5500 miles from you!Its autumm here, not Cold yet. I absolutely LOVE every proyect of yours!always waiting for new vídeos!MUCHAS GRACIAS!!UN BESO!

[@cherylsuds7882]

Still have some snow, but it has melted a lot the last few days. We feed birds all winter. My husband makes suet out of peanut butter, sunflower seeds and lard. We use huge bags of sunflower seeds and a mixed seeds. And the blue jays and magpies eat whole peanuts. So the yard is so messy in the spring. We have all kinds of birds, just because we feed them. We had the coldest winter in 1hundred and twelve years. We live on the prairies in Canada. Thanks for showing us the different way’s to stencil. Have a great day.🇨🇦

[@sharleenparrino2297]

You're so amazing Mary, my sister in the Lord! Proverbs 31📿❤

[@lindatimmons7162]

Mary, you are such an honest, down to earth creative person. Love watching, getting great ideas. Thank you for your time and videos.

[@susanbright8885]

Hi, I live in the UK, it’s now February 18 2021 and I just love it when the daffodils come up in my garden and in fact everywhere!! I forget where I’ve dug in last years bulbs so it’s always a surprise when they and tulips, snowdrops, appear outside. I love to see the parent birds coming to get grasses from my pond to make their nests and getting food for their young. Love your videos so inspiring

[@rachelcranfield445]

Thank you for making this video! As cool as the cricuts are, I can't justify that much for just personal projects so I'm always doing things the old ways lol. Plus we have one computer which my husband uses a lot. I'm so ready for spring & this week we have seen 40s & some 50s and lots of sunshine. There was two months we had so much snow that we was stuck in the house. I've never been more grateful for sunshine & hearing birds. We are in Iowa & being a TN girl I was used to the end of February starting to see buttercups blooming, a big change but I'm more thankful for the new life we see in spring.

[@adamandamypaff3647]

I live for spring 😆 I start my countdown in February and I always sing, ‘it’s the most wonderful time of the year’ on the first day of spring. I love the hope and the new life that it brings. 💜 Great video

[@christiedecker2724]

Seen in 2024. Thank you! I don't do enough to get the machines at this point, just need occasional writing, so this is a perfect video for hints and tips. God bless!

[@lynnebrown5835]

Our world needs Spring this year more than ever before...so much heartbreak in many places, and just to hear a songbird takes my breath away. This week the birds brought tears of joy to my eyes...thank you for sharing your joy. I love watching your fresh approach to beautiful crafting...meaningful words too to keep our focus on God throughout the day. Always helpful, you have special gifts. Thank you from Sheffield, England

[@lindahayen2968]

Yes, I live in Upstate NY. Serious case of spring fever! I bought the cameo based on your videos. Got to say I love it! Thanks for the videos. Another method to try is modge podge for anyone who doesn't have a cutter. Reverse image and print to a laser printer. Then apply modge podge to the image and place on your wood or whatever you want to apply it to. Let sit for 24 hours and then gently use a wash cloth to remove the excess paper. I have done it several times. Takes a gentle hand but works great!!

[@jeanniebair4103]

You are such a blessing! I have been watching you for the last few days non-stop. You remind me of myself a few years ago with all the trash to treasures you do. It is wonderful to see all your beautiful work and you are so energetic. Thank you for showing us all your projects and explaining it all so well. You are truly an inspiration and now I've got to get busy refinishing a piece I have been putting off. God bless you!

[@judyjudyjudy9593]

The Robins, then the Spring Peepers come! Then the sun, the beautiful sun coming more often! The feeling of want to clean, clean, clean & outside doing projects that have been waiting all Winter! And, your Spring designs!!! Love them! LOL Judie

[@SCGNiagara101]

Finally. A decent vid explaining how to make signs WITHOUT those machines not only making them truly HANDMADE products but making it possible to create signs for those of us who can't afford those costly cutters. Thanks.

[@bonnieirwin1621]

Also, y'all are so lucky that you get snow. It's so beautiful!!! I'm from, and still in Ner Orleans and we very often don't have much cold weather. Our coats lasts for decades!! We don't get much use for them here. We just swap them up.😅 WOW, to have a real white Christmas 😮

[@glojk4315]

Every time I watch one of your videos, I think '' This one is my favorite'! But thank you for showing how to transfer letters onto different materials! I went today and bought carbon paper and started a sign to hang on my back porch. With many more to come! Thanks again!

[@gailfreese3849]

I live in Pennsylvania, so I am very ready for warm weather. Love the sound of the peepers as well, and the spring birds are awesome to listen to.

[@yolandafortune1082]

I have spring fever here in northeast Indiana. Love it when I hear the sounds of spring. Red wing black birds! Thank you for this video.

[@susanc1265]

Loved hearing the birds calling! Here we have surprise lilies, the jonquils/daffodils are popping up, wild dogwoods blooming and tulip trees in bloom! Redbuds should start soon. I’m in the Ozarks of NW Arkansas, so we pray no frost kills it all off!

[@jeannievodden4029]

Thank you. I've been wondering if I could do some lettering myself. I think a couple of these methods will work for me. I love all the projects, especially the little cottage pillow. ❤

[@GrandmaGlitter]

I live in Norway and we still have a bit of snow. Can't wait for spring and now we are beginning to se a glimpse of it. The first signs here is the birds and the flower coltsfoot. Thank you so much for sharing the different methods. The things you made is as usually beautiful. Have a lovely week. XOXO

[@ginnyf4153]

I am so excited for Spring I just put my outside dining table and chairs out on my deck! I can not WAIT for the nice weather, the birds, and to plant my garden!

[@jojohnston4113]

Upstate SC, here. We've had a really wet, dreary, chilly, long winter. The cherry trees are blooming, now, and the robins are returning in groups. The transfer instructions you explained are very helpful. Thanks, and I hope you have a lovely spring!

[@amygschwind1643]

Being in Nebraska. I would love some sun. We have enough water. I hear a robin in the morning about 6:30 . Spring sounds brings rest to my heart. Happy Spring everyone

[@amystieg3679]

Im from South Dakota..... I cannot wait for Spring (It's been a very harsh winter here) and to see some green!!!! We have lots of snow in our yard yet but the temps have been in the 30's and 40's just of lately and so the melting has begun. YAY! The first sign of Sring around here are the Geese coming through from the south, also seeing Robin birds.

[@michellebarham326]

Wow! Thanks so much for sharing all these methods..very helpful to those of us who don't yet have a Cricut👍😁

[@kayeyeager8006]

Absolutely changed my "over think this" process! I send you a virtual hug 😍

[@sheriebumgarner7065]

Mary, Thanks for sharing these techniques. They will come in handy for those of us who don't have the cricut or Cameo. Love your videos. Wish there were more. We just found you this summer and have watched and rewatched all your vids. Thank God for such a sweet, humble and generous woman. It's so refreshing to find someone with such a calm, peaceful and Godly manner. Love your property and all your flowers and trees. God bless you and your family and your channel. You inspire us!

[@carlasim1647]

Thank you , Mary you are so sweet, to consider others by sharing your crafts with us. And to show how to make these things , you have a very generous heart. Thanks again.

[@radicalaccounting]

Your best video yet. Loved how you featured the finished creations at the end. That was very helpful.

[@brendaross9217]

Ontario Canada . Robins singing and geese flying over . Heard them both last week . Happy Spring everyone

[@annrobinson8118]

Another great video Mary!!! I’m your neighbor in Indiana, sooo ready for Spring! I love hearing the birds in the morning. I really liked the look of the foam letter stamps on the pillow case. I have a Silhouette Cameo that I absolutely love but it’s fun to see other creative methods. And, I love your cat!

[@stephaniezigler252]

Love your tips, especially using the parchment paper. Thank you for sharing. I am so anxious for Spring too. Love seeing the first signs with the tulips and daffodils just popping up. The sparrows are making their nests and the snow is melting finally. I live in Washington State. It's been a hard winter. Lots of snow. Looking so forward to April and May for lots of flowers. Blessings for a wonderful Spring.

[@BJ-fiberarts]

Thanks so much for the various methods for printing on wood and fabric, Mary. You are always so gracious with all your instructive vids. Happy spring!

[@missyb.623]

Such a wonderful tutorial. TFS!!! I live in Northeast Pennsylvania. I thoroughly enjoy each season but am always ready for the next one to arrive. I love hearing the deafening sound of spring peepers the first time each year. Spring means I need to get into my garden!!!!

[@marywarren_designs]

I live in Ireland and today was the first sunny warm day we've had in what seems like forever 😊

[@carolynpatterson3340]

Great video! I enjoyed reading all the posts describing Spring literally around the world! Here in southern CA we are enjoying a reprieve from all the rain. Our hummingbirds have had a tough winter. The weather has warmed. The hummers enjoy our backyard feeders. We even have a woodpecker as well as our permanent critters the possums and the raccoons. 💚⚘🐇Happy Spring!🐣🌹💚

[@asianangel5400]

I am so ready for spring. Love your crafts and your ideas. You make such beautiful things. We hear the birds early in the morning.

[@shericreates]

Yes I am ready for spring but I’m also a skier. So being up in the beautiful mountains skiing on a sunny bluebird day make me want to keep the snow up here but ready for the warmth and flowers at home.

[@kentuckyhomegirl]

Sending lots of love from Louisville, Kentucky. I absolutely adore your creative heart and soul. ❤️❤️❤️

[@RusticByNature]

We are in Alaska. We still have 12" to 15" snow in our yard. Yes, we are ready for spring. Thanks for sharing.

[@catherinemiles8021]

Lovely project really enjoyed this different way to stencil thank you for sharing 🤗

[@katherineg7809]

Thank you for sharing your projects with us Mary, nicely done again!

[@angierae403]

Thank you for the birdie audio! Love the kitty in the background❤️ love every subsequent video more snd more as they keep getting better you are so beautiful

[@sherryweston7531]

Mary we just got back from sunny California on Friday , and woke up to. Snow on Saturday ! Then Sunday it got up to 60 degrees! Typical for No. Nv. Spring is trying its hardest to get here ! I see little green stems peeping through the ground and birds building nest . But we may get snow in early June ! Ha ha ! I've never use the foam letters , in a pinch I'll have to try it !! Great idea !!! I'm am so spoiled with the silhouette, and cricket machines , they really do make mine and my daughters life much easier, to make stuff for our business . Such a time saver ! So grateful for that purchase ! Thank you for sharing another great video !! Sherry @ Queen Beez Vintage 💕❤️👑🐝

[@carolg.6838]

Thank you Mary! All the methods look great. Spring in Chicago: First the birds singing and the first robbins. I look for the tulip and crocus leaves to push thru the soil. When it is warm enough for the first dandelion flower, I say it is "summer" though it won't be yet.

[@defender_of_wonder]

You probably made a whole lot of people happy 😊 showing all these methods for stenciling! You for sure made me happy 😃! Thank you for sharing!👍🏻❤️😊🌷

[@gailrhodes2859]

Love all the techniques!!! YES I’m so ready for warmer weather!!! I’m from Oklahoma so we are getting nicer weather but the wind is terrible so you can’t really enjoy the 70 degrees. I love the daffodils and when I see them blooming I start getting really excited and ready to get my hands dirty!!! I enjoy your videos so much!! Thank you for your time and effort to share with us!!!

[@diedrapayne6202]

Thank you for being such a great teacher. Your patience is contagious! God bless...🤗🤗🤗

[@pennyowens1892]

I have just recently found your videos and I LOVE them. Thank you for sharing your talent, ideas, and especially your sweet testimony of your love for Christ.

[@courtneybougie7904]

Hello, Mary. Each method was different yet seemed to fit the particular surface just fine. So talented and patient! As always, love the kitty!!!

[@bettyroberts3546]

I just would like to say you have a beautiful home and I know you days in one video that it was your family home growing up. And you have showed outside. I must say thank you for showing outside also because it is absolutely beautiful there. I also want to say I love your videos. I haven't been watching long. I only happened upon them about a month ago but I do get inspired by them and I usually learn something too. Thank you for making your videos and sharing them. God Blesd

[@PoonamSharma-xf1ei]

Today only someone gave me a bunch of carbon papers and I was like what use are they to me, but then I saw your video and now I'mma try those methods. Thanks you so much ❤️❤️

[@Msbananaprice]

Mary - Thank You so much. I can’t afford a circuit or silhouette at the moment. So this was very helpful!

[@marvan4132]

Your projects are always so tasteful and original. Thanks so much for sharing your talents ... it's so inspiring and greatly appreciated.

[@Chitterboye]

Fabulous and informative! I like that you showed us a taste of Spring in your neck of the woods.

[@maryjustice5266]

Being that I am unable to afford the Cameo or Cricut, you just helped me figure out a way to complete my signs without all of them having to be hand painted. From one Mary to another, I thank you greatly.

[@lisaroth7526]

It was a rainy day here in Connecticut, but I'm hoping it will remove the last of the snow from my yard. Thanks for sharing your methods! Like so many others, I have no machine to make vinyl letters, so your instructions help a lot!

[@nancyanneberg403]

This was so wonderfully clear and beautifully done,Mary. Your cat is a blessing also. Thank you .

[@margaretcavin2231]

I think I would like to come and move into the She Shed. Ha!! What a peaceful environment you have. Blessings to you!!

[@BarbyDailey-Rurallife40]

I like the faded look on the drop cloth. Thanks for showing some alternative ways to transfer.

[@rineallison6251]

Thanks for sharing different methods for letter transfer. I make fabric banners for church and I use a projector for transferring words onto paper or fabric. Careful tracing is what's needed :)

[@cathyknapp9360]

Thank you Mary for all these beautiful tips I love watching your show you have so much talent and you're a great teacher thanks again and God bless you my dear friend

[@maryjanesteinbrecher3953]

Love your work. You sound out of breath... relax as you speak. We love watching you... relax...🤗

[@wyominggal6090]

Very helpful thanks! I'm so xcited for spring over here in Wyoming. The baby calves are all being born and running around in the pasture I think that's my favorite part of spring!

[@donnaimaginethisorthat6198]

I cannot wait until Spring. It has been a long winter in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The geese are coming back so it is definitely around the corner. Thank you for the tips and always look forward to hearing from you.

[@arrobinson2191]

I love them all. So professional. I'm a beginner with wood art & I use stencil & spray paint. Tiring but it works 😁 Thanks for the ideas

[@kyrad6543]

Wow! Thank s for all the tips. As they say, a picture is worth a thousand words and a video is even better! I really want to try the parchment method on some planter pots this summer!

[@BonnieLeah]

I live in South Carolina and I am READY FOR SPRING.. lol Actually it is Spring time here.. our flowers are bloomin and the trees have new leaves..But we are still waitin for the other stuff to bloom.. God bless you and when it gets there, HAPPY SPRING..

[@paulabhatt1769]

Chilly here in Georgia still ready for warmer weather for sure 🌸🌸🌸

[@melissamaas4029]

Thank you for sharing these, very nice to have options. I have been binge watching your tutorials, and my hubby just bought me a silhouette cameo 3, we used your link to purchase it through Amazon. Thank you for all the inspiration!!! I live in NE Ohio, near Lake Milton. Im so eager to make stuff, but have to wait on spring weather to get to us. Lol. We are looking to buy a house this year, sometime soon. So all your DIY's will help me so much!! Thank you again Mary, have a blessed day, and look forward to your next tutorial. 😊

[@sarahmoore1275]

Hi Mary,Thank you for sharing all of those awesome methods i to am so anxious for warm weather, and love to sit on my back porch and listen to all of the spring sounds,hopefully it will be here soon. 🌞

[@puiliu2997]

Thanks for sharing these techniques, Mary. i used the parchment paper method to make a wood piece as a gift for my pastor. The result came out so beautiful. Thank you.

[@dorisennis9908]

Love this video. Such good work. Also loved the scenery. Girl, you are blessed. Thanks for sharing

[@jamesdean1989]

We live 8n the beautiful Skagit Valley of Washington state and we love our spring Tulips!

[@timvandermey4792]

Just north of you. Hasn't it been beautiful? Finally! - Danya

[@hannahsmith7628]

THANK you for making this project!! I was just trying to figure out how to do this for a project because I didn't want to invest into a cricut....so thank you!

[@greenappletree6815]

Always and again Thank you Mary for being so open and simple sharing with us all the experiences and experiments you apply , and above all you are so dedicated to what you do with all the care and love and grrrreat passion. You do deserve all kinds of success and respect.👋👋👌👋

[@loriweaver1094]

Thanks so much for showing us how to do it without a cameo! Been wondering how to make it more doable for me who wouldn’t use it enough to justify buying one. Love your videos and your style! They’re always right up my alley w the love of gardening, birds, outdoors, and the shabby chic style of decor...thanks again!

[@Cherylsgirls]

Great options you’ve shown! I have a cricut machine but sometimes you need to use different methods. I’ve never seen the foam letters on a box method or the parchment paper method! Thanks. And oh yes I am VERY MUCH enjoying the first signs of spring here in Canada. Love to hear the birds chirping again. Love it! And can’t wait to see the first signs of life in my flower beds.

[@autumnmancuso1313]

Perfect timing. I have been wanting to make a sign for my son's wedding...and didn't really know what method to use.

[@shahanahussain1334]

Love you for being so generously helpful with your wonderful technical ideas. They cost me invaluable on your part. Thank you sooooo much ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@joycelynn7830]

Thank you Mary. This is such a helpful video for me since I haven’t purchased a silhouette yet. Beautiful projects.