Discover how to create this “Merry” Christmas decoration using paper mache characters, a timber sign, and various delightful holiday materials! Such an adorable concept.

Skills Needed: Beginner. You’ll be applying paint, trimming paper, Mod Podging it to the letters, and adhering. This is fairly uncomplicated if you proceed slowly and adhere to the instructions.

As we jingle into the joyous season, it’s the moment to incorporate a sprinkle of handcrafted charm to your Christmas decorations.

If your mantel appears to be yearning for a splash of holiday spirit (and let’s face it, who isn’t during this time of year?), I have the perfect crafty fix for you – DIY Merry Christmas decor that’s as enjoyable to craft as it is to showcase!

I assure you this venture is more “ho-ho-ho” than “no-no-no.” We will transform a simple wooden plaque into a festive work of art with some paper mache characters.

To begin, let’s discuss materials. We will commence with a lengthy, unrefined wood plaque – your canvas for the Christmas enchantment.

Next, we’ll attach some paper mache letters forming “MERRY.” These characters will undergo a stunning refresh with festive scrapbook paper.

Subsequently, we infuse some color. A bit of paint to set the atmosphere. Once our letters are all spruced up and our plaque is painted, we will unite them in a beautiful, crafty harmony.

And just when you believed it couldn’t get any more festive, we’ll sprinkle on some faux snow. It’s reminiscent of a White Christmas, minus the need to clear your driveway.

The outcome? A ‘Merry’ sign that’s as joyous as a Christmas carol and as warm as a cup of hot cocoa.

Now, I realize you’re enthusiastic to begin spreading that Christmas joy, and I share your excitement to guide you through it. Scroll down to discover the comprehensive tutorial on crafting this DIY ‘Merry’ decor.

It’s the ideal project for a chilly afternoon, a mug of your preferred holiday beverage in hand, and perhaps a Christmas tune or two playing softly in the background.

Let’s create something that not only brightens your mantel but also brings joy to everyone who sees it.

Because that’s what Christmas crafts embody – sharing happiness, one decoupaged letter at a time. So, gather your glue and let’s start crafting!

First, here’s what you’re going to require.

Collect These Materials

• Wooden plaque – 23.2″ x 5.4″
• Paper mache letters – 6″, forming “MERRY”
• Craft paint – hues to match your papers plus white
• Scrapbook paper – five sheets
• Faux snow – got mine from Dollar Tree
• Mod Podge Satin
• Bottlebrush trees and other Christmas ornaments (deer, snowmen, wreath, etc)
• Paintbrushes
• Pencil or pen
• Hot glue gun and glue sticks (or craft adhesive)
• Craft knife and mat
• Scissors
• Sandpaper
• Wax candle

Suggestions and Reflections for This Project

You don’t need to distress the base of the plaque but I adore how it turned out. The distressing of metallic paint with standard paint may be difficult to capture in the images, but it looks fantastic in person!

If you opt for craft glue for this endeavor instead of hot glue, adhere any embellishments to the letters prior to attaching them to the plaque (allowing you to keep them flat while drying).

If you notice any vacant spaces after applying the faux snow, you can return to apply more Mod Podge and additional snow to fill in.

If you liked this DIY Merry Christmas decoration, let me know your thoughts in the comments! I’d also appreciate it if you checked out the following projects: