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June 17, 2015

Ballard Designs Monogrammed Wall Plaque Knock-Off

I have a bit of a ritual when it comes to receiving the latest issues of my favorite catalogs or magazines.

I never look at them right away. Oh sure, I might allow myself a quick glance through. But rarely does the mail come to our house at a time with things are calm and relaxed. Frankly, sometimes I wonder if those times are just urban legends. 😉

I want to savor that new catalog or magazine. I want to peruse it at my leisure.

Preferably without anyone asking me for a snack.

Ballard Designs wall plaque knock-off

So, when the summer issue of Ballard Designs arrived, I waited. Waited until the kids were having their allotted ‘screen time’ and I was happily ensconced in a deck chair with a tall glass of iced tea in front of me. I may or may not have told them that I was actually outside as I figured it would give me some extra time if they had to try and find me before asking for a snack.

As I flipped through the pages, carefully studying each vignette, something caught my eye. It was the Arched Monogrammed Plaque.

I couldn’t quite place at the time but it reminded me of something.

Later on that evening as I went out the back door to water the garden I realized that the reason it looked so familiar was literally at my feet.

black scrollwork outdoor mat

The shape, the color…it was almost exactly the same as the door mat there.

So, I decided to save myself a huge chunk of change and make my own Arched Monogrammed Wall Plaque.

Door Mat Turned Wall Plaque Ballard Designs knock-off

I picked up a thin round piece of wood for less than a dollar at the craft store.

wood round

Then painted it black, stenciled on the monogram and attached it to the mat with hot glue.

DIY indoor outdoor monogrammed wall plaque atthepicketfence.com

Could that possibly be any easier?? I think not!

If you love a good knock-off too then you won’t want to miss all of these other amazing creations being shared today as part of this awesome new series!

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Here’s a sneak peek to wet your whistle.

Best Hacks in Blog Land

PB-Inspired Stenciled Flag Pillow by The Everyday Home

Olive Garden Salad Hack by Redhead Can Decorate

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Sonic Inspired Strawberry Limeade Slush from Domestically Speaking

Country Living Inspired Firecracker Favors by Confessions of a Plate Addict

Thank you so much for meeting me today at the Fence,

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P.S. Don’t forget to take my Summer Home Tour!

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13 Comments Filed Under: Crafts, Decorating, Five Minute Crafts, Good Ideas, Outdoors Tagged With: decor, knock-off decor, summer, summer decorating

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  1. Kim says

    June 17, 2015 at 4:03 AM

    Now you need a new door mat LOL! Looks great!

    Reply
    • At The Picket Fence says

      June 17, 2015 at 2:19 PM

      LOL Kim!! It was an old one but yes, any excuse to buy something new, right? 😉

      Reply
  2. Confessions of a Plate Addict says

    June 17, 2015 at 5:19 AM

    What a great idea! A doormat…who would have thought! Love it! Hugs…Debbie

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    • At The Picket Fence says

      June 17, 2015 at 2:19 PM

      Thank you Debbie! So fun to be part of this with you!

      Reply
  3. Peggy says

    June 17, 2015 at 6:21 AM

    Looks great. I’ve got to try that.

    Reply
  4. Susan says

    June 17, 2015 at 6:56 AM

    This is a great idea!

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    • At The Picket Fence says

      June 17, 2015 at 2:18 PM

      Thank you Susan!

      Reply
  5. Julie says

    June 17, 2015 at 9:11 AM

    Clever, clever, clever!!! I love it, Vanessa!

    Reply
  6. kristin says

    June 17, 2015 at 6:47 PM

    Love this Vanessa, such a great idea! Pinned

    Reply
  7. Maryann @ Domestically Speaking says

    June 18, 2015 at 12:18 AM

    So cute & simple… love it!

    Reply
  8. Julia says

    June 18, 2015 at 7:31 AM

    You are very clever! I think I will give this a try soon.

    Reply
  9. Kim says

    June 19, 2015 at 12:07 PM

    I love that idea. I would like to try a variation hanging on a fence. Nice.

    Reply
  10. Shirley@Housepitality Designs says

    June 20, 2015 at 8:47 AM

    Wow!!!…What an epiphany!!!….Great idea and great hacked plaque!!!…Have a great weekend!

    Reply

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