Hey everyone! Hope you all had an awesome weekend! Last week was the first full week I’ve worked in two weeks, so to say I was ecstatic when the weekend rolled around would be an understatement. I was able to accomplish so much and although I’d love to have a 2 week vacation re-do, I’m ready to get back in the full swing of things again.
One of the many things I was able to do over the weekend was create this adorable canvas. I don’t know about you all, but I love looking at all of the cute and girly inspirational canvases they have in stores these days.
Unfortunately, I’m not willing to pay $30 or more for something that I can easily create myself for a fraction of the price. I purchased some blank canvases awhile back to spruce up my bedroom walls, and I knew that I wanted to create something cute and girly, with an inspiring quote on it.
I chose to go with a classic look with black and white stripes, added in a bright pink and gold heart, and chose the phrase “Be-You-tiful”. I’ve always really liked the phrase, as it’s a reminder to be yourself and know that you are beautiful no matter what. I’m definitely one of those people who likes to hang the inspirational quotes on the walls around me, so I’m excited to hang this one above the mirror in my bedroom.
Let’s Get Started!
Supplies Used:
- 12″x 16″ Canvas ($1.59, Wal-mart)
- Foam Brushes ($0.97, Wal-mart)
- Paint Brushes ($0.97, Wal-mart)
- Painters Tape ($1.98, Wal-mart)
- Clear Tape ($0.97, Wal-mart)
- Acrylic Paint in Gold, Pink, and Black ($1.50 @ 50 cents each, Wal-mart)
Total Cost=$7.98
Step 1: Apply painters tape to canvas, ensuring lines are straight and evenly spaced.
Ensure the tape covers the sides as well, as you will also be painting this part.
Step 2: Using a small foam brush, begin painting the non-taped sections on the canvas black.
As the paint dries, re-apply the black paint as needed on white areas that show through.
Step 3: Once paint has dried, carefully remove painters tape. Any bleeding spots can be fixed at this point with a little white paint.
Step 4: Print and carefully cut out this Large Heart Template and this Small Heart Template template. Tape the edges of the cut-outs, as these will be your stencils for painting.
Step 5: Tape the large heart cut-out towards the center of the canvas using clear tape. Tape the corners and the edges around the heart.
Step 6: Using the “Pink Diva” acrylic paint and foam brush, begin painting in the large heart. While painting, firmly press down on the stencil to prevent bleeding.
Apply 5-6 coats to ensure none of the black striping shows through. Allow each coat to fully dry before applying the next coat, and if desired, use a blow dryer on the cool setting to quicken drying process.
Step 7: Once the pink heart has fully dried, tape the small heart stencil on the canvas in desired location. Carefully apply 2 coats of gold paint using small foam brush. Once dry, remove stencil.
Step 8: Using a small writing paint brush, carefully paint on “Be-you-tiful” with black. If you are not comfortable free-handing the lettering, you could also use stencils.
Finished Product
I really love the way it turned out, and I think the black and white looks great with the pop of pink and gold colors. This really is a simple project and you can easily switch up the colors and wording to create your own personalized canvas.
I hope you enjoyed today’s tutorial and I hope your Monday is off to a great start!
Thanks for stopping by and remember to stay be-you-tiful!- Cara
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Marsha @embroideryblog says
It looks so beautiful and easy to make. I like it 🙂
Kindly Unspoken says
Thank-you! 🙂 Perfect for a weekend DIY!
Jess says
This is adorable and in the colors i absolutely love! Definitely pinning 🙂 xo
Kindly Unspoken says
Thanks Jess! Glad you like it 🙂
Shea says
This is adorable! I love how it turned out. I’m with you–why spend money when it’s something you can make yourself 🙂 (If it’s easy enough, I’m game!)
Kindly Unspoken says
Thank-you! Glad you liked it 🙂
ellesees.net says
i love a good diy project that i can actually make!! this turned out so well!
Kindly Unspoken says
Thank-you! It’s very easy to make!
Claire says
This is lovely, you did a great job here 🙂
Thanks for sharing at Creative Mondays, pinning 🙂
Kindly Unspoken says
Thanks, Claire! 🙂
Jenn says
That is so cute!! Would love to make one of those for Harpers room!! She’s going to need a new big girl room soon so will need some new decor!
Kindly Unspoken says
Thank-you! It was super simple to make and canvases look great in kids rooms! 🙂
Lily Ayala (Beauty With Lily) says
So, so cute and crafty! I love canvases and some can be so expensive! Good job!
xo, Lily
Kindly Unspoken says
Thank-you! They really can be pricey, and it is very inexpensive to do your own.
kathy @ more coffee, less talky says
it’s unreal how easy it is to make your own canvas for just a couple of dollars.
i wanted a canvas for my craft room that said “but first, coffee” and every canvas i saw online or in store was over $50. HELL TO THE NO.
instead, i did it myself and it only cost me $3 – $2 for the large canvas and $1 for the set of foam brushes. i already had painters tape and jacked my daughter’s glitter paint LOL.
Kindly Unspoken says
Exactly! It’s crazy to pay so much when it literally takes just a couple of hours and a little bit of creativity/craftiness to make your own.
Erica @ Coming Up Roses says
This is so cute! You’re so crafty!
Coming Up Roses
Kindly Unspoken says
Thank-you so much!
Jazmine says
Such a cute DIY! I’ll be moving into a dorm room soon so this is perfect.
Kindly Unspoken says
Thank-you! Something like this would definitely look cute in a dorm room! 🙂
Kerry says
That came out really cute. I totally agree much more affordable to do it yourself and it comes out how you want it.
Kindly Unspoken says
Exactly! In general, I just like hand-made items over store bought. & Thank-you!
Jennifer says
Ahhh, I love it! How creative and love the positive messaging!! You always have the cutest ideas 🙂
Kindly Unspoken says
Thank-you! 🙂 It was super easy to make!
Stephanie says
So cute!!! Love the design!!!
Kindly Unspoken says
Thanks Stephanie! 🙂
Kate @ Green Fashionista says
Such a pretty canvas, you did an amazing job gurlie <3
Green Fashionista
Kindly Unspoken says
Thank-you! 🙂
chelsea jacobs says
This is so pretty! It looks like it came from a store!
Kindly Unspoken says
Aw, thank-you!
Ileana says
This turned out great! I love the little golden heart detail 🙂
xoxo
Novelstyle
Kindly Unspoken says
Thank-you! I think it looks nice with the black and white.
Nadine says
This turned out sooooo cute!!! I love it!!!!
Kindly Unspoken says
Thank-you! It definitely spruced up my bedroom. 🙂
jessica says
So easy to create! I need to get on making some art 🙂
xo, Jessica || The Petite Diaries
Kindly Unspoken says
Thanks, it really was super easy!
Leslie says
Very cute! I did something similar last year (or maybe it was the year before). I did black and white stripes and I used red buttons for the heart. It’s cute, but wow was it a pain to glue on all the buttons, haha. I love yours! Adding the smaller metallic heart was a nice touch!
Kindly Unspoken says
Oh that sounds so cute! I’ve always wondered if the crafts with buttons were tedious-haha & thank-you!
Candy says
Great tutorial. I can make this. Thanks
Kindly Unspoken says
Thank-you! Hope you enjoy making it! 🙂
Alison says
Very cute! Love the colors you chose
Kindly Unspoken says
Thanks Alison!
Kari says
What an adorable canvas!
Kari
http://www.sweetteasweetie.com
Kindly Unspoken says
Thank-you! 🙂
Jacquelyn @ The Lowcountry Mama says
Oh I love this!! I saw something similar at Hobby Lobby and was like psh I can make that.. but of course haven’t done it yet =) This reminds me! I love how yours came out
Kindly Unspoken says
Thank-you! Haha I do that with decor too! Hope you’ll give it a try 🙂
Timothy Ferguson says
Great Job!
Kindly Unspoken says
Thanks!
Carole says
Oh my goodness!!! I LOVE THIS!! What a cute idea and one I could do with my girls too! Thanks for sharing this!
Xo,
Carole
Kindly Unspoken says
Thank-you! My two boys actually helped paint the pink heart, so definitely a fun project for all ages!
Rebecca Jo says
So stinkin’ cute!
I love the colors!!!
Kindly Unspoken says
Thank-you! 🙂
SMD @ Life According to Steph says
That’s adorable. And that’s actually how my mom pronounces it. LOL
Kindly Unspoken says
Thank-you! Haha, that’s too cute!
Caroline @ In Due Time says
This is so pretty! Mine wouldn’t look this cute, but I love it!
Kindly Unspoken says
Thank-you! It was so easy, really. 🙂
Meghan says
This is such a cute DIY! I love the pops of pink and gold against the black and white!
Kindly Unspoken says
Thank-you! I do too, it really brightens up the classic black and white look.
Andrea Nine says
I love cute canvas art and this is adorable!!! Great job “beautiful!”
Kindly Unspoken says
Thank-you! 🙂