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Here’s how you make this paint stick craft:
Paint each of your paint sticks with an even coat of green paint. Let dry. You can sand the edges or scuff up the paint a little with some sand paper once the paint has dried, if desired.
Meanwhile, measure and cut your twine so that you have two equal lengths of twine – for 8 paint sticks, I used two 25 inch lengths of twine. Hold the twine together and tie two knots to designate the portion of the twine that you’ll use to hang your project.
Lay paint sticks side-by-side on the edge of a table or counter with a couple of inches hanging over the edge (alternate between the straight side and the side that has a groove – see pictures). Place a heavy cutting board or similar object over the other side of the paint sticks to hold them steady.
Place one of your twine knots at the top of your row of paint sticks. Take ONE of the lengths of twine and weave it in front and in back of the sticks. Take the other length of twine and weave it the opposite way. You want to have the twine “cross” where you’ve got a groove in your paint sticks.
Leave the ends loose and carefully turn the lined up paint sticks around so that the opposite ends are sticking over the edge now. Place the cutting board over the woven side to keep them in place. Repeat the weaving on the second side.
When both sides have been woven, carefully tighten the twine, starting from the knotted end, and then secure with a simple knot at the bottom. I kept mine pretty tight.
Glue the ends to the back of the board with hot glue.
Using a hot glue gun, glue your letters on to your board. Hint: set them out to see how they’ll fit before you start gluing them down.
That’s it! Your project is finished!
Here’s a printable version of the instructions, recipe-style!
Note: Amazon affiliate links used to link to some of the products I used, just to make it easier for you to plan your project!
- 1' x 12' paint sticks (I used 8 in my finished project, but you can make your sign any size)
- Green acrylic paint - I mixed colors (see my notes in the post)
- Paint brush (I used a foam sponge brush)
- Twine (I used two 25' pieces of twine)
- Wooden craft letters: L-U-C-K-Y
- Hot glue gun and glue sticks
- Fine sand paper
- Paint each of your paint sticks with an even coat of green paint. Let dry. You can sand the edges or scuff up the paint a little with some sand paper once the paint has dried, if desired.
- Meanwhile, measure and cut your twine so that you have two equal lengths of twine - for 8 paint sticks, I used two 25 inch lengths of twine. Hold the twine together and tie two knots to designate the portion of the twine that you'll use to hang your project.
- Lay paint sticks side-by-side on the edge of a table or counter with a couple of inches hanging over the edge (alternate between the straight side and the side that has a groove - see pictures). Place a heavy cutting board or similar object over the other side of the paint sticks to hold them steady.
- Place one of your twine knots at the top of your row of paint sticks. Take ONE of the lengths of twine and weave it in front and in back of the sticks. Take the other length of twine and weave it the opposite way. Leave the ends loose and carefully turn the lined up paint sticks around so that the opposite ends are sticking over the edge now. Place the cutting board over the woven side to keep them in place. Repeat the weaving on the second side.
- When both sides have been woven, carefully tighten the twine, starting from the knotted end, and then secure with a simple knot at the bottom. I kept mine pretty tight. Glue the ends to the back of the board with hot glue.
- Using a hot glue gun, glue your letters on to your board. Hint: set them out to see how they'll fit before you start gluing them down.
- That's it! Your project is finished!
For more St. Patrick’s Day and Irish ideas, visit a few of my favorite bloggers:
- Irish Dublin Coddle Recipe from Confessions of an Overworked Mom
- Green Shamrock Gummy Candy by This Mama Loves
- Enjoy a Simple Irish Meal featuring Shepherd’s Pie by Day by Day in Our World
- Irish Skeleton Key Necklace by The Socialite’s Closet
- Mint Shower Scrub Bridal Party Favor by A Bride on a Budget
- Skinny Shamrock Shake by Jen Around the World
- Shamrock Smoothie Creation by 2Boys+1Girl=OneCrazyMom
- Mint Chocolate Fluff by Mom on the Side
- Leprechaun Hat Cupcakes by Kids Fun Reviewed
- St. Patrick’s Day Wreath – Dollar Store DIY by MommaDJane
- Green Tea & Peppermint Sea Salt Foot Scrub by Sincerely Mindy
- Matcha Pear Green Smoothie by Upstate Ramblings
- Chocolate Avocado Cupcakes by How Was Your Day?
- DIY Shamrock Tree by Simply Southern Mom
- Easy St. Patrick’s Day Brownies by Mom Does it All
- No Bake Mini Mint Oreo Cheesecake by Sugar Spice and Family Life
- Mini Banofee Pie by Beyond Mommying
- Green Smoothies for St. Patrick’s Day by Family Focus Blog
- Leprechaun Bark by sweet lil you
- Good Luck Vintage Cab Ring by Style on Main
- Send Them Out the Door Ready for a Good Day by Beautiful Touches
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Thank you! It was harder than I hoped it would be to come up with something, but I’m really happy with the end result!
What a great idea in using those paint sticks. This craft project turnned out nice!
wow I’m really impressed. I already keep every bit of this and that, but if someone gave me a bunch of paint stirrers, they’d still be on the bottom of a box somewhere. This came out adorable, you really have an eye for colors and downright cuteness. Now on top of all my scraps I want someone to give me some paint stirrers!!!
Thanks! If you end up making it, snap a picture an share it with me! I’d love to see it!!
This is so cute, and I like making homemade craft items. We just got done making some Easter crafts and I really like this Lucky Rustic Wall hanging. Thanks for the great idea for a craft project.
Awesome project and thanks for letting me share it in my Lucky Wood Projects for St. Patrick’s Day. https://www.ribbonsandglue.com/lucky-wood-projects-for-st-patricks-day.html
Holly :)
Oh, I really like this! It is so pretty! I have to make this with my daughter!
Yes, that was my thought exactly! You *may* see more paint stick signs from me coming up! lol
This is so cute! I love it. I can see making versions for all the holidays throughout the year!
What a fun craft. I’m sure I have a bunch of paint stirrers!