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Braided Fabric Scrap Sign – Monthly DIY Challenge

It’s that time again – the time you’ve all been waiting for – #MonthlyDIYChallenge time! Yep, that’s when some of my closest blogger friends and I start with the same basic supply or theme and come up with our own different projects. This month we had to use fabric (one of my favorite craft supplies!), and the results are fabulous! You’ll be able to click through to each project at the end of this post!  fabric

I chose to create this adorable braided fabric scrap sign with some leftover fabric that my kids tie-dyed a few weeks ago!  Cute! Make this sign with braided fabric scraps. So easy, too!

This cute braided fabric scrap sign is already hanging in a gallery wall that I’ve been working on (for almost a YEAR!).  It is the perfect addition to the wall and is giving me a push to finally finish up that never-ending project!  More on that soon, I hope!Cute! Make this sign with braided fabric scraps. So easy, too

Supplies Needed to Make a Braided Fabric Scrap Sign

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How to Make a Braided Fabric Scrap Sign

So first off, you’ve got to find yourself some scrap fabric.  If you want a colorful, tie-dyed look like I have, then you need to find yourself some kids to do the dirty work for you.  Luckily, I had two that were more than willing to dye my plain, linen fabric after they’d finished making themselves some t-shirts.  Notice that in addition to dyeing the fabric, they dyed their skin.  Super.Cute! Make this sign with braided fabric scraps. So easy, too

Regardless of whether you’ve tie-dyed or not, cut a big pile of fabric strips that are pretty darn long.  Cute! Make this sign with braided fabric scraps. So easy, too
And then (shocker), braid them. Yep, tie a knot at one end, braid them, and then tie a knot at the other end.  Cute! Make this sign with braided fabric scraps. So easy, too
Once you’ve got the fabric part of this project together, spray paint (or brush paint), your sign however you like! Cute! Make this sign with braided fabric scraps. So easy, too
Once the paint has fully dried, lightly write out the word you want on your sign. I tried to photograph this, but my writing was so light you couldn’t even see it. Then, work in small segments and lightly cover your letters with a thin, even coat of glue.  Press the braided fabric down onto the glue as you go.Cute! Make this sign with braided fabric scraps. So easy, too
To help keep the letters in place, use small, heavy objects. These full food cans worked perfectly for me! Cute! Make this sign with braided fabric scraps. So easy, too
If you end up with braided fabric that is too long for your sign, just untie the knot at the end, tie a new knot, and cut off the excess fabric.  Easy!Cute! Make this sign with braided fabric scraps. So easy, too
Make sure to let the glue thoroughly dry before hanging. You don’t want your letters falling off!
It's super easy to make an adorable braided fabric scrap sign! Get the full tutorial here.
This project is really pretty and a perfect way to use up any fabric scraps that you have lying around. Cute! Make this sign with braided fabric scraps. So easy, too
Now that you’ve seen my braided fabric scrap wall art, make sure to check out the other fabric projects that are part of the Monthly DIY Challenge!


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  1. This is such a cute way to use fabric scraps! You totally just gave me some inspiration!!! Also… I am ashamed to say I have a collage wall I’ve been working on for a year too! Oopsy! Where does the time go?!?! 🙂 🙂

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    • Thanks, Nicole!! OH goodness, you made me feel better about my gallery wall now. My husband has been giving me SUCH a hard time about its unfinished state (rightfully so, most likely). I really need to get my booty in gear!

  2. My grandmother used to make rag rugs, although I think she used genuine rags instead of these colorful scraps. Your children are ADORABLE! I love this idea, so cute. Would be nice for a dorm room.

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    • Oh, Seana, that is so sweet about your Grandma! I just love hearing about those times when people let nothing go to waste, including old rags. 🙂 Thanks re: the children, and you’re totally right that this would be great in a dorm room!

  9. Such a pretty pic! I love this it is so unique. I love the kids did the dying, I would of not had the patience, lol. They did a great job! Thank you so much for sharing this pin on the P3 party Board! We loved your pin and it will be featured this Friday on Made in a Day! So expect a little traffic from me on Social Media tomorrow.
    Kim

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    • Aw, thank you, Kim!! 🙂 As soon as I started letting the kids do tie-dye, I regretted it. 😉 My daughter’s knees were stained for days. I really appreciate the feature! Hope you had a great weekend.

    • Hi, Cindy! I haven’t done other words, but I am SURE it would work absolutely fine! I think the key is to set something heavy on top of the fabric while its drying onto the board (and to make sure you’ve used really great glue). I hope your project turns out amazing!!

  11. Thanks, Bre. This is the first time I have been to your blog but I will certainly be back. I understand the need for advertising but some site have so much of it I almost dread opening the e-mail I get because of what I will have to weed through to get to the desired info. Yours is perfect ! Thank you for being considerate of my interest (or lack there of) and keeping the needed adverts in their place. Like I said at the beginning, i will be back. Thanks!!
    Teresa P.

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    • Hi, Teresa – well isn’t this the sweetest note?!? Thank you SO much! I genuinely appreciate that you took the time to leave me this feedback. Thanks so much for stopping by. I hope you have a great rest of your day!

  12. Hi, I realize this question is years after the original post…. but how do you get such long braids? I’m assuming you join some strips, but how? Thanks.

    Your sign looks cute and professional. 🙂

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    • Hi, Margaret – thank you! I just knotted the ends of fabric together. When I braided them you couldn’t even see the tied off ends. Hope that helps!

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