How to Make a Wood "Gather" Sign

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Wooden signs are really popular in the farmhouse style, but they can be expensive. Here's a simple and affordable way to make your own!

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How to Make a Wood "Gather" Sign

Wooden signs are really popular in the farmhouse style, but they can be expensive. Here's a simple and affordable way to make your own!

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Prep your wood

Prep your wood

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Distress board

Distress board

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transfer letters

transfer letters

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Trace letters

Trace letters

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hang the sign

hang the sign

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