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DIY Beverage Station Sign Project

February 15, 2019 by Kristie Schubert 21 Comments

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Winter Beverage Station Sign – This is a simple DIY project that will add some pizazz to any beverage station. Have you ever admired the way a sign looked, but wished it had something else written on it? I have. So, I’m going to show you an easy, inexpensive way to make your own Java Station sign.

Winter Beverage Station Sign - This is a simple DIY project that adds some pizazz to any beverage station.

When I created my winter beverage station, I combined the hot cocoa and coffee areas into one space. I wanted a sign for the cocoa side, and another one for coffee. The two areas had been separated previously, but had to be combined because the Keurig was taking up too much space in the kitchen prep area. As a result, the Java Station sign was born. If you’d like to take a peek at my beverage station, read Design Your Own Vintage Winter Beverage Station post to see this sign in action.

Winter Beverage Station Sign - This is a simple DIY project that adds some pizazz to any beverage station.

  • wooden plaque (5 x 7 inches, or 4 x 6 inches)
  • glue gun and glue sticks
  • acrylic sealer gloss
  • Apple Barrel Gloss Black paint
  • Home Decor White Chalk paint
  • small wreath
  • light colored piece of chalk
  • mechanical pencil
  • Java Station template printable
  • liner brush

I was going to tie a snowflake ribbon bow and hot glue it to the Java Station sign, but I didn’t like the way it looked with the wreath. If you decide to use ribbon, you will need the pictured pinking shears to trim the ends of your ribbon.

Instructions

Step 1: Paint the front of your wooden plaque with the 1″ foam brush and the Apple Barrel Gloss Black paint. Let it dry. You can use a blow dryer to hurry things along, if you’re impatient like me.

Winter Beverage Station Sign - This is a simple DIY project that adds some pizazz to any beverage station.

Step 2: Print your Java Station template, then trim off excess paper. Rub chalk (a light color) on the back of the template. Center it right side up at the top of the plaque. Trace over the letters with the end of a mechanical pencil (remove the lead). You should have a nice, clear pattern for painting once you remove the paper.

Winter Beverage Station Sign - This is a simple DIY project that adds some pizazz to any beverage station.Winter Beverage Station Sign - This is a simple DIY project that adds some pizazz to any beverage station.

Step 3: Use the liner brush and Home Decor White Chalk paint to paint the letters. Once your sign is dry, take it outside and spray it with the acrylic gloss sealer. Let it dry. Blow-dry if desired.

Winter Beverage Station Sign - This is a simple DIY project that adds some pizazz to any beverage station.

Step 4: Now it’s time for the fun part! Plug in your glue gun and let it get good and hot. I use a high-temp glue gun because things adhere much better with the hotter glue. It will burn your fingers though, so it should definitely be used by adults only. I found this beautiful little wreath in a candle set at Goodwill. I try to spend under $50 per month on Love My Little Cottage blog projects, so Goodwill and Dollar Tree are my best friends.

Apply the glue to the back of the wreath, then carefully place it on your sign. Let it dry for about 2 minutes. I wanted my wreath to hang off the sign at the bottom, so I placed it accordingly. You’re done! Your sign is ready to hang.

What would you write on your sign?

Winter Beverage Station Sign - This is a simple DIY project that adds some pizazz to any beverage station.

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Passionate about all things domestic, as a Christian wife and homeschooling mother of 5 children, I am especially interested in encouraging stay-at-home moms, one-income families, and cottage dwellers of all kinds. I love DIY projects, sewing, decorating, cooking, and collecting and selling vintage dishes. Love My Little Cottage – join our mailing list.

Have a great Week! Kristie


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Filed Under: Crafts, DIY/Decorating Tagged With: decorating, diy project, guest post, winter

Comments

  1. Kristie says

    February 16, 2019 at 4:42 pm

    I’m so excited to be guest posting on Fluster Buster! I love the keepin’ It simple concept.
    Thanks Robin.

    Reply
    • Robin says

      February 17, 2019 at 2:30 pm

      It’s great working with you!

      Reply
  2. MotherGeek says

    February 20, 2019 at 1:25 am

    Such a cute idea! #bloggerclubuk

    Reply
    • Kristie says

      February 20, 2019 at 8:25 am

      Thank You!

      Reply
  3. GirlsGospel says

    February 20, 2019 at 1:26 am

    Love this! Perhaps a gin station would be more appropriate in this house though haha 😉

    Reply
    • Robin says

      February 20, 2019 at 3:56 am

      That’s funny!

      Reply
  4. Teresa says

    February 21, 2019 at 11:58 am

    It’s so pretty, you did a wonderful job!
    Thank you for sharing at The Really crafty Link Party. Pinned!

    Reply
    • Kristie says

      February 21, 2019 at 12:43 pm

      Thanks! I will be sharing in the future.

      Reply
  5. Annette, 3 Little Buttons says

    February 23, 2019 at 6:54 am

    Aww that’s adorable. I want to do something like this for next Christmas with a hot chocolate drink station – with all the works and trimmings. Thank you for sharing this lovely idea with the #dreamteam linky x

    Reply
    • Kristie says

      February 23, 2019 at 2:58 pm

      Thanks, Annette. I decorate my Beverage Station for every season, but in the spring iand summer it’s more of a coffee/breakfast station.

      Reply
  6. Sheila Yale says

    February 24, 2019 at 10:41 pm

    This sign is great. I have a little coffee station and this would be perfect. Thanks for sharing! #KCACOLS

    Reply
  7. Jenna - NorthernBird84 says

    February 25, 2019 at 11:31 am

    What a great idea! Do you have any ideas for a summer themed drink station? Ooh you could also make a hot chocolate one! yum! #KCACOLS

    Reply
    • Robin says

      February 26, 2019 at 10:29 pm

      What a great idea, a summer drink station. Yellows like lemons would look amazing!

      Reply
  8. Donna Reidland says

    February 25, 2019 at 11:55 am

    I’m always amazed by what you can find at Goodwill and Dollar Tree. I like to go there for things for smashbook and junk journaling, too. Last time I found some great old books to use. I tear out pages or words to use with modpodge or other adhesives.

    Reply
  9. Peachy & Clementine says

    February 25, 2019 at 4:31 pm

    So cute. Lovely idea. Thanks so much for linking up at #KCACOLS. Hope you come back again next time

    Reply
  10. Kristie says

    February 26, 2019 at 11:05 pm

    For spring you use gingham, pastel buffalo plaids, or florals.

    Reply
  11. kristie says

    February 26, 2019 at 11:07 pm

    Buffalo plaid pastels would be great for spring and summer.

    Reply
  12. Ann says

    February 27, 2019 at 1:27 pm

    How lovely – I really like this idea. #kcacols

    Reply
  13. Lana says

    March 1, 2019 at 9:51 am

    So cute!! I love this sign! Such a cute idea! Thanks so much for linking up at #KCACOLS. Hope you come back again next time!

    Reply
    • Kristie says

      March 2, 2019 at 5:32 am

      Thanks!

      Reply

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