How to Refresh Faded Garden Signs


Happy Wednesday, Friends! As a writer, as long as I can remember I've been drawn to words. Be it sequined pillows or painted letters on silver platters, my home decor often features inspirational messages. The same is true of the garden that I've filled with whimsical signs. Unfortunately outdoor signs have a tendency to fade over time. Today I'm sharing a simple, thrifty way to refresh them--all it takes is a little time and patience...


how to refresh a faded garden sign


Here's one of my favorite garden signs, faded to the point that the message was no longer visible. 


how to refresh faded garden signs


Since the original lettering was peeking through, I decided to try my hand at refreshing it with a Sharpie maker. It was a tedious task I didn't complete in one sitting. Instead, I outlined and filled in the letters line by line, until it was finished. Overall, it took less than an hour. 


how to refresh faded garden signs


I'm pleased with the results and I'm really happy that I was able to salvage a favorite!


how to refresh faded garden signs




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  1. I love it! This is so cute and a great fix. I love inspirating words around my house to! Thank you for sharing

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  2. It looks like new, ready to be enjoyed for many more years.

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  3. Great idea. I am a word lover, too. Signs all over the house...

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  4. Looks great! Sharpies always come in handy.

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    1. Thank you for sharing your sign rehab at Snickerdoodle.

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  5. I love this saying! Would a couple of coats of clear spray slow down the fading? The Sharpie might run. Maybe an initial very light coat? I have copieid and framed several Pinterest sayings lately; thrifted frames, of course!

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  6. Looks like new! I love placing inspirational sayings around the house as well:) xo Kathleen|Our Hopeful Home

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  7. I love that sign! Will have to make one for mine!!

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  8. Good job! Sharpie to the rescue! I wouldn't think it would take so long, but that was a sign worth saving.

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  9. Love your reinvented sign. So much prettier with its refresh!

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  10. A lovely sign with great meaning. Thanks for sharing. I will make one also.

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  11. Your sign came out great. Love simple clever fixes.
    Thanks for sharing at Waste Not Wednesday.

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  12. Playing catch up...This is good to know. Pinning it for future reference!

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