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Inspirational Quote Sign – easy DIY idea

An inspirational quote can be the perfect idea for turning into a sign – I mean, who doesn’t love a good inspirational quote? No matter which quote you decide is the best one for your space, having the personal touch can bring more life into your space that is uniquely you. This easy project was made with scrap wood, so if you have some of that laying around you can probably make this project for next to free. It only takes a few supplies and you can turn your favorite inspirational quote into artwork.

Beautiful inspirational quote sign - it's a DIY idea! I'd love to make this one.

DIY Inspirational Quote Sign

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It’s a little different than my normal signs, I started by putting scraps together with cleats on the back of the boards. Mine were left over from another project, off cuts of trim we pre-painted white. If you started from scratch, these are 1x6s that were put together with strips of 1×2 on the back.

Pinning to make later - love this inspirational quote sign I put two coats of a soft black flat paint on top of the white using my favorite Purdy paintbrush – I love the smooth coat that you get using them. I let it dry for a few hours before moving on to the next step.

This inspirational quote sign is awesome - such a beautiful quote!

Once it was dry, I sanded it a little with some fine grit sand paper to let the white beneath show through.
love this steve jobs inspirational quote sign - pinning so I can make this!

Using the same technique as my Paris Postmark Stool, I used the carbon paper method. It’s just carbon paper under the prints from my computer then I traced them to get the outline.

Inspirational quote sign with my favorite Steve Jobs quote! I want to make this!

Because the font is an old typewriter style, it’s really forgiving since the letters don’t have to be perfect. It’s kinda like coloring, just fill in the lines with a fine brush.

beautiful steve jobs inspirational quote sign - I need this for my office!
An inspirational quote to live by from a genius who changed the world.

I need this steve jobs inspirational quote sign - this reminder is great to think about every single day

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Gina Luker is a writer, photographer and lover of all things quirky. She's usually found with a drill in one hand and a cocktail in the other while blogging along the way. She's addicted to coffee, polka dots, rock stars, Instagram, and everything aqua.

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Comments

  1. Eeva says

    October 8, 2011 at 9:25 pm

    WOW! What a quote, and how you made it!

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  2. beachcomber says

    October 8, 2011 at 10:03 pm

    well done and great quote! you’re skills with a paint brush are impressive!
    x

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  3. Sandi @ The Primitive Skate says

    October 8, 2011 at 10:10 pm

    Awesome sign! I LOVE it. What a wonderful quote.

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  4. My Crafty Home-Life says

    October 8, 2011 at 10:15 pm

    Love it!

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  5. Sharon says

    October 8, 2011 at 11:38 pm

    I almost cried when I read that quote. Don’t ask why, but thanks so much for sharing!

    Reply
  6. ritajoy says

    October 8, 2011 at 11:40 pm

    Thanks for all your beautiful, inspiring projects! I just discovered you {again!} from the 31 Days series. I’m now all caught up, and will check out to see your new, daily things!
    http://www.harbourbreeze.blogspot.com

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  7. Heidiopia says

    October 8, 2011 at 11:42 pm

    I LOVE that you chose a Steve Jobs quote… a moment in time, captured in art. 🙂 Great project ~ you go, girl!!
    Heidi @ Show some Decor

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  8. Shanon at Vintage Sparkle Chic says

    October 9, 2011 at 12:18 am

    Gorgeous sign and beautiful quote! You made it look so easy.

    ~Shanon

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  9. Debby says

    October 9, 2011 at 12:31 am

    What a sweet tribute. He sure made a difference.

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  10. Joani says

    October 9, 2011 at 12:38 am

    Beautiful. Words that I will live by. He will be missed. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  11. Paula says

    October 9, 2011 at 1:54 am

    Love it!!!

    On a different note, your converse ad, how long is it going to run? I am purchasing three of these but would love to buy them off of your sight and you get credit for them. Not ready yet though, maybe two more weeks. Can you let me know.

    Reply
  12. Anna@Directions Not Included says

    October 9, 2011 at 4:51 pm

    Love the quote and the sign!

    Reply
  13. janet says

    October 11, 2011 at 12:05 am

    I love the quote..Great sign..
    Janet

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  14. Loretta Andrade says

    November 24, 2013 at 8:28 am

    love this will try this

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  15. Tara@PNWRunner says

    May 13, 2014 at 11:38 pm

    I love this. I really want to make this sign.

    Reply
  16. Sandy says

    November 20, 2017 at 11:03 am

    You have by far the best newsletter out there! If you ever teach classes in Nashville, I’m there!

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      November 21, 2017 at 3:32 pm

      Thank you so much Sandy! You are so sweet 🙂

      Reply

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