My Salvaged Treasures: Stenciled Window Advertising Sign

Sunday, November 15, 2015

Stenciled Window Advertising Sign

I love it when inspiration strikes and I finally decide what to do with something that's been sitting around for ages. Even though there's a small crack in the upper right corner, I knew this old window with its textured/frosted glass had some potential.

Vintage Sign & Inspirational Stencils advertising sign

When Angie (Knick of Time) sent me a couple of her Vintage Sign & Inspirational Stencils to try out, I immediately thought of this window and how it would be a perfect candidate for an advertising sign.

I started by centering and taping the stencil upside down on the back of the window, then I decided to try something a little different.

Paint pen to the rescue! I had to go over the letters twice because they looked a little streaky the first time around, but it was so easy and the paint stuck like glue!

How to stencil on glass with a paint pen

To fill up more space on the glass, I manipulated the 16" x 8 3/4 version of the Farmhouse Flour Sack stencil by centering the word Flour and filling in the bridges. I replaced the small rolling pin with the large rolling pin from the Mrs. Claus Cookie Co. stencil. I love being able to mix and match!!

No need to adjust your glasses if it looks a little blurry; it's just the textured/frosted glass.

self-rising flour stencil Vintage Sign & Inspirational Stencils tutorial

It needed a little something extra, so I added a rusty window pull to each side. Perfect for hanging kitchen accessories or whatever my heart desires.

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23 comments:

Linda@Coastal CharmNovember 15, 2015 at 1:40 PM

SUPER CUTE Betsy! Hope you are having a nice weekend.

Blessings,
Linda
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Charm Bracelet Diva {at Home}November 15, 2015 at 3:27 PM

Oh my gosh, I never would have thought I could use paint pens on a window! This looks great. I definitely would have snagged it up, too, despite the imperfection - that's why we love it! I have wanted to do a window stencil for the holidays FOR YEARS! Who knows, maybe this will be the year?! xoKathleen
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The Polka Dot ClosetNovember 15, 2015 at 4:54 PM

Perfect as usual, I love the idea of using a paint pen!

Carol
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Angie ChavezNovember 15, 2015 at 5:05 PM

Betsy, I'm blown away by how amazing this turned out! It was a great idea to outline the rolling pin, instead of filling it in too! So glad you enjoyed using both stencils!
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Lisa@New Again DesignNovember 15, 2015 at 8:35 PM

I love this! I need to try the paint pen.
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handmade by amaliaNovember 15, 2015 at 10:37 PM

I love the vintage feel of this. Advertising was so much nicer when there was still room for restraint and dignity.
Amalia
xo
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Beatrice EuphemieNovember 15, 2015 at 11:03 PM

This turned out so nice, Betsy! The paint pen idea is great. Love the window pull 'hooks', too - so clever :) xo Karen
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AnnMarie aka Vintage Junkie aka NaNaNovember 16, 2015 at 4:51 AM

I love this!! I have two great mirrored cabinet doors I want to stencil but the paint slides around too much. That paint pen may just do the trick. Thanks for sharing!
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JeanieNovember 16, 2015 at 6:04 AM

I wish I could find more windows around here. I love them as frames and you have really made a wonderful one with the stencil!
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DD's CottageNovember 16, 2015 at 6:11 AM

I love the look and the stencil with the pen-something to try!
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Linda @ A La CarteNovember 16, 2015 at 6:28 AM

Betsy, love this and the paint pen is brilliant!
hugs,
Linda
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Julia - Vintage with LacesNovember 16, 2015 at 6:38 AM

I LOVE it, Betsy! It turned out just great!
Have a wonderful week!
Hugs,
Julia
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JunkchiccottageNovember 16, 2015 at 6:57 AM

Love this Betsy. Super cute.
Kris
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Glenda/MidSouthNovember 16, 2015 at 7:58 AM

Very Nice! I can see how using the paint pen would work on many projects, than a regular stencil brush.
Have a great week.
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DoreenNovember 16, 2015 at 9:53 AM

That window is adorb! I'm working on three old smaller windows now, and creating a vignette for the holidays. Also using paint pens for this project.
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Carlene @ Organized ClutterNovember 16, 2015 at 3:49 PM

Love the project! I will have to try a paint pen on a stencil!
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mary scottNovember 16, 2015 at 4:32 PM

Love it - even more with the kitchen tools hanging from it. thanks
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Marsha @ Tattered ChickNovember 16, 2015 at 4:36 PM

Awesome! Love it, Betsy!!!!
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Debbie@Debbie-Dabble and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasNovember 16, 2015 at 5:37 PM

Betsy,
You have out did yourself with this wonderful project!! Stunning!!
Thanks so much for stopping by!
Hugs,
Deb
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Tuula @ Thrifty Rebel VintageNovember 17, 2015 at 6:16 AM

Wow! Your window turned out great! Love the rolling pin!
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Tuula @ Thrifty Rebel VintageNovember 17, 2015 at 6:16 AM

Wow! Your window turned out great! Love the rolling pin!
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Sherry@Back2VintageNovember 17, 2015 at 8:52 AM

I love it! Now I've got to find a paint pen.
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Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesNovember 17, 2015 at 8:55 AM

That turned out so great, Betsy...I need to try some projects on glass...the paint pen would make it so easy, too!
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