DIY: PINTEREST INSPIRED MR. & MRS. SIGNS

I used to have floral decals over the bed for about two years, but they were too colourful for my liking and one day I just removed them, assuming I will find something to replace them with. I, however, did not realize how difficult that task would be! At first I wanted a starburst mirror, then I wanted a Juju hat, then I wanted some abstract art. I simply couldn't decided what I really wanted above the bed so sadly that wall sat blank for two more years.

Until one day.. I found this image on Pinterest. I loved the simplicity, the monochromatic theme, and subtle romantic feel of it. In other words, I finally found it! And best of all it was so easy to make..and I love a good DIY. 

So here we go folks..simple and modern above the bed art!

1. Two framed 16"x20" canvas from Michael's
2. I made large Mr. and Mrs. signs on Windows Office and printed them in "landscape mode"
3. Tape the printed sign to the back of the Canvas using any tape you have, make sure to centre it (I left 11.5 cm above and below the sign and 3cm on each side)
4. & 5. Trace the shape

6. &7. Trace both signs
8. Spray paint with "Pearl Mist" Paint from Home Depot
[Essentially you can use any colour you like! I like the Pearl mist as it has pearly shine, with micro glitter effect. I needed two coats. Let the canvas completely dry, about an hour or two minimum, or give a day to be safe]

9. Trace the shape carefully with the Goldleaf Pen (I got mine from Michael's)
10. Voila! That's it..Pretty good huh! White and Gold are all the rage right now!

[This is when things got tricky. I would like to say that was the finished product, but I wanted to replicate the real thing so I carried on with the next step]

11. I used an artist's Pen to trace over the Gold, this pen is very dense in colour and gives you full control of the movements. If you make any mistakes it is very forgiving.

I am quite happy with it, and husband approves too!