Make This: Typography Wall Art Decal

By Brittni • posted on 08/15/2023

woman sitting at mid-century inspired desk with the work MAKE on the wall in huge fabric letters

Mondays are always the most difficult, aren’t they?

Trying to get back in the swing of things after the weekend. I feel ya. I really do.

So I thought I’d ease into the new week with a peek into my workspace and a DIY that just might inspire you to create / work / etc this week.

Here’s the story… I needed a temporary wall art solution for our apartment, so I grabbed a few yards of fabric + my trusty scissors, took a whole LOT of measurements, and whipped up a batch of corn starch glue.

The result is this (removable) giant fabric typeface decal.

I am really happy with how it turned out and it won’t damage the walls when it comes time to take it down.

All the details for making your own here.

mid-century style desk and desk chair with books, artwork, and the word MAKE in large letters above the desk, on the wall

The typeface is Neutra Text in case you were wondering.

Visit Curbly here for the full tutorial and more photos.

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RT @henryhappened: A great idea to spice up a wall – and it looks so natural! http://t.co/leIhcs7cr4 Found on @papernstitch

@ohsoverypretty

A great idea to spice up a wall – and it looks so natural! http://t.co/1Up4J6URuq Found on @papernstitch

Stephanie Gerber (@henryhappened)

Awesome Heather. Thanks for linking to my project.

papernstitch

Your wall art looks gorgeous, very well done! I’ve got this linked to my decals project post too today!

Inspire Me Heather

Thanks ladies! Glad to hear you liked my project.

papernstitch

Very cool! I’ve never heard of that DIY glue before- thanks for sharing!

Jessica @shimmerkai

Oooh nice idea and I’m very envious of your work space. I’m inspired to try it on my white dining room…maybe in Japanese characters!

Rin

This looks great, perfect for us ‘forever renters’ x

Jo

RT @papernstitch: Take a peek into my workspace http://t.co/Izr0l3SxfR (plus a typography inspired #DIY to try)

Brandi Powell (@sweetharvey)

Take a peek into my workspace http://t.co/Izr0l3SxfR (plus a typography inspired #DIY to try)

Brittni Mehlhoff (@papernstitch)

Thanks Kel. Yep, would be great for a party. It comes off super easily and then you just scrub it down with a wet rag to remove any glue remnants. Easy peasy!

papernstitch

You know I love this! I bet it would be great for a party too since it’s easily removable!

Kelly @ Studio DIY

Well, thanks Amanda. 🙂 And P.S. Those neon cork gifts tags you posted on your blog are pretty dang cute. Thanks for stopping by.

papernstitch

Love this! So simple, clean, and adorable! What an inspiring work space! 🙂

Amanda Perry

Thank you! Glad you like it.

papernstitch

That is pretty cool!

Seriously Sassy Mama

RT @papernstitch: Make This: Typography Wall Art Decal: Mondays are always the most difficult, aren’t they… http://t.co/eLaLY1gMxT

Fanchimp (@fanchimp)

RT @papernstitch: Make This: Typography Wall Art Decal: Mondays are always the most difficult, aren’t they… http://t.co/eLaLY1gMxT

@themasonbee

Make This: Typography Wall Art Decal: Mondays are always the most difficult, aren’t they… http://t.co/eLaLY1gMxT

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