Vinyl Reverse Canvas

I had so much fun with this project and i can t believe how easy this whole reverse canvas method is.

Vinyl reverse canvas.

Use a print then cut image on printable iron on vinyl. Wrapped canvases are cheap and readily available. I prefer to use clear contact paper to transfer my vinyl. I love creating projects using the reverse canvas method for a variety of reasons.

A canvas wrapped frame these stretched canvases are usually located in the art section of either michaels or hobby lobby and can be purchased in single or multiple packs. You can use designs in a variety of mediums including craft paint vinyl heat transfer vinyl. The finished reverse canvas sign. Hands down this has to be the easiest and fastest way to do a reverse canvas.

I wanted framed projects but i didn t want to buy the frames. Here s how my first reverse canvas sign turned out. It can be done. When you buy the canvas you might not see the actual frame.

I think it was a beautiful addition to the wedding and it was such a sweet personal touch that didn t cost too much money. Hand paint an image on the canvas. Written steps can be found on silhouette school blog. For me discovering how to do reverse canvas projects were was a dream come true.

Now that your canvas is prepped we are ready to stick on the vinyl. Applying the vinyl to the canvas. The only exception to this is when you are using glitter vinyl it needs a super sticky transfer paper. The whole canvas was dry in under an hour and paint could still be applied to it and holy of holy s the vinyl stuck.

Tell me what you think. With the cricut reverse canvas projects the. This flower truck beauty is just the brightest most cheerful sign and it looks absolutely adorable in my craft room. A reverse canvas sign is when you take a reverse canvas like we just made above and add vinyl to make a gorgeous wall hanging.

Keep reading to see successful reverse canvas tips to make these reverse canvas signs you will need. Use a cut file image with any type of iron on vinyl including sparkle holographic and more. Some of the transfer paper brands are entirely too sticky. Here are just a few of the things you can switch up when making your own reverse canvas.

I do want to mention transfer paper really quick. I have done 3 reverse canvas projects and i am in love with them. The frames can be stained or painted any color of the rainbow or left as natural wood. Reverse canvas signs are great because you make them to match any style theme or holiday decor.

Paint or stain the frame.