Our DIY Cheer Bookshelf Sign with its sophisticated minimalism goes with every style décor. If you’re looking for a way to share your holiday sentiments and with an unusual decoration, this can make all the difference. Follow along with our step-by-step tutorial on to make your own in just a few hours.
Materials Needed
- 2 – 2-in. x 6-in. Pine boards
- Tape measure
- Circular saw (You can rent a circular saw from The Home Depot.)
- Clamps
- Safety glasses
- Ear plugs
- Work gloves
- Impact driver (You can rent an impact driver from The Home Depot.)
- 2½-in. coarse-thread drywall screws
- Wood filler
- Orbital sander (You can rent an orbital sander from The Home Depot.)
- 220-grit sandpaper
- Microfiber cloth
- Behr Premium Plus INTERIOR Paint & Primer in One, in Ultra Pure White
- Paint brush
- 5-in. T braces
- 5-in. Flat corner braces
- Corner bracket
- Carpenter’s square
- Pencil
- Rubber gloves
Step 1: Mark & Cut Wood for C H E E R
Using our CHEER_DIMENSIONS PDF as a guide, measure, mark and cut the 2-in. x 6-in. pine boards with a Circular saw. Each letter will be approximately 13-in. tall x 12-in. wide.
NOTE: When cutting wood, always clamp it down to a stable work surface. Wear safety glasses, ear plugs and work gloves as your tools require.
Step 2: Organize Wood As You Cut
Keep your boards organized for easy assembly. Lightly write the letter you’ll build with each board, and keep the boards for each letter grouped together.
Step 3: Build Each Letter
Using the PDF as a guide for how each letter is assembled, secure the boards together using a impact driver and 2½-in. coarse-thread drywall screws.
Step 4: Connect the Letters to Each Other
Once the individual letters are built, it’s time to connect them to one another.
We built them up, taking the time to stagger the letters just so that the shelf felt properly balanced.
Connect the letters to one another using the same screws and driver from Step 3.
Step 5: Fill Holes & Sand
Once the letters are attached to one another, it’s time to prepare for painting.
Using wood filler, putty up the holes, allow the putty to dry, then sand them smooth with an orbit sander (220-grit sandpaper).
Step 6: Paint It Out
Wipe any remaining dust off with a microfiber cloth, then paint with Behr Premium Plus INTERIOR Paint & Primer in One, in Ultra Pure White.
Dry time varies depending on environment.
Step 7: Add Extra Bracing
Once the paint is dry to the touch, add flat 5-in. T braces and 5-in flat corner (“L”) braces to the backs of the letters for extra reinforcement.
Step 8: Add L Bracket for Extra Security
It’s always a good idea to add a corner bracket in an inconspicuous spot where you can attach the sign directly to the wall and prevent anyone from accidentally tipping it over.
We hope you enjoy this great piece of handmade holiday decor.
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Visit our Holiday Decor Department for everything you need to decorate for Christmas.
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