How To Use Vinyl and HTV on Wood Story

Today I am covering everything you need to know about using vinyl on wood, including when and how you should seal your signs for outdoor display.

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Learning to make custom wood signs with Cricut is a must-have skill because you can create many different concepts and themes for all occasions.

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Supplies

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Wipe down your unfinished blank wood sign with a simple damp cloth or paper towel to remove any debris.

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Choose your paint. And, of course, you will need a wood blank. Place your sign on some scrap paper, or use a silicone mat to protect your working surface. Apply long, even strokes of paint.

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Seal Your Painted Wood Sign. After your painted wood blank has cured for 24 hours, coat the paint with a clear sealer.

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Once you decide on a design for your sign, create a new project in Cricut Design Space and upload the SVG files.

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