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Your address sign can be so much more than just a practical fixture that you put next to your front door. With the right design, it can add character to your porch, welcome your guests, and introduce the décor style of your indoor and outdoor living spaces. Hanging one up is also one of the most effortless yet creative ways to increase your home’s curb appeal. As it turns out, making your own address sign can also be a fairly simple and budget-friendly DIY thanks to Dollar Tree essentials. With a Special Moments Classic Plastic Photo Frame and a Classic Games Tumbling Tower Game from Dollar Tree, you can make a neatly patterned wooden surface for the sign that’s sure to catch the eye. The idea for this project comes from meiralaryssa on TikTok, who has a short video tutorial that shows us just how easy it is to put together.

In addition to your photo frame and game pieces from Dollar Tree, you’ll need a can of black paint, some leftover wood stain, and a clear sealant to complete this project. You’ll also have to pick up a strong glue, such as E6000 Craft Adhesive, and get a few black vinyl numbers. By putting together the wooden pieces in a zig-zag configuration, outlining them with the photo frame, and then applying the numbers on top, you’ll get a sleek, modern décor piece that looks surprisingly luxurious. This address sign could easily fit in alongside your favorite spring door décor ideas as well.

To begin this DIY, take apart your photo frame and remove any threads from it. Then, take the backing plastic and lay it out flat on a table. Arrange your wooden game pieces in a zig-zag, herringbone-style pattern on top of the plastic so that they fully cover it. Interested in an alternative design? Try putting the blocks together so that they look like overlapping bricks instead. Once you’re satisfied with your pattern, glue the pieces down with your adhesive. Next, use a rag to apply some wood stain to them. Once the project’s dry, put the main frame piece on top of the blocks, and use a pencil around its outside edge to trace its outline onto the surface. Now you’ll need to use a circular saw or a jigsaw to cut the wood down to match the dimensions of the outline you’ve just drawn.

To complete the assembly and add the finishing touches, start by painting the frame and the edges of the wood black. Wait for everything to dry, and then use more of your adhesive to attach the frame to the wood. Finally, affix your vinyl house numbers to the center of the sign, and spray on some clear enamel finish. A plastic stencil and some more of your black paint could be a solid alternative to buying vinyl numbers. To make your porch even more attractive, try using vintage accent pieces for your front door.