this is possibly the easiest diy project i have ever done.
it went smoothly and turned out just as i was hoping.
i purchased 2 sitting deer at micheals.
they were on clearance for $8.99 each.
step 1:
cut off heads.
i took the deer to my local home depot’s tool rental.
they used the chop saw to remove the heads.
{hint: you need to cut the heads at the same angle that you want them to hang on the wall}
step 2:
wipe the heads down of any dirt or dust to prep for painting.
step 3:
paint the deer heads.
i used a white primer and a high gloss pure white paint.
it took me 4 coats total.
step 4:
select fabric and cut to fit your plaque.
i used a leftover backing from an old picture frame as my plaque.
step 5:
glue fabric to backing.
i used mod podge and it worked perfectly.
step 6:
wrap fabric tightly around plaque
step 7:
glue deer head to fabric plaque.
i used super glue. i am an a super glue kick!
attach hook on back.
i used a leftover hook from an ikea picture i purchased. it works perfect.
i used a hot glue gun to adhere it to the plaque.
and your finished.
inexpensive, simple, and quick.
Project Shannon says
Wow – I was just reading your previous posts, I can’t believe how easy that was. I love the fabric you chose for your mounting boards too. Very inventive!
Rene says
Cartwheel…I LOVE this idea and am kicking myself for getting rid of 2 of these last year.
-Rene
Shannon @ What's Up Whimsy says
I know I have been going crazy over this DIY, but I will give you one more – WELL DONE and I LOVE IT!
Marianne - Style For Living says
Love this DIY. Your creativity blows me away!
Simple Sage says
Love it! I will now be in search of some deers to decapitate! Good job Danielle!
Danielle@Fresh Quince says
Thanks so much for sharing…great idea! If you’re interested, I am doing a giveaway of my own handmade pottery today…check it out if you want! 🙂
TupeloLove says
What a clever idea! I never think of stuff like that. I love it!
Carissa @ the Fabulous Design File says
I love it! Thanks for the tutorial!
Cat says
Oh my gosh!!! this looks SO GOOD!! I had to laugh out loud when you said Step 1: Cut off head. Man these are so pretty…. I think I already said that. Have you been to Nordstroms lately? At least the one here in Richmond has white deer heads decorating the whole department store. So pretty – and so crafty!
Jennifer says
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Jennifer says
Ok i’m a goofball. I got excited and replaced my signature with the last thing i copied and pasted, which was your blog! haha
anywho – thanks for finding me! I can’t wait to read more of your blog!
xoXOxo
Jenn @ Peas & Crayons
Amy R. says
You made me laugh. I just took the deer home and cut off their heads.. You did a wonderful job, the deer look great. Fantastic diy.
Amy R.
Splendid Sass says
Great job. My stomach hurts from laughing about the Home Depot guy.
Funny.
Teresa
Rachel @ Little Bits of Lovely says
Wow, they look fantastic! I really love the fabric you used for the back. Thank you for stopping by my blog and your lovely comment! Rachel xx
Cassie {Hi Sugarplum!} says
I LOVE those!!! I think I need to find a space to make my own!
happy weekend, danielle!
Anne-Marie @ 10 Rooms says
that is completely fantastic! If I see any of those on sale, I’m bringing them home and trying it – very clever.
Aimee@ the Functional Space says
Well Done! Now you can add taxidermist to your growing list of talents!
Mandi Smith T says
Fantastic post and perfect timing on being able to find the deer heads! Loved it. M.
http://www.interiordesignmusings.blogspot.com
Cassie @ Primitive & Proper says
this is awesome!!!!!!! what a fab idea! about to become your newest follower- i love everything i have seen so far! 🙂
MarlaAnn2010 says
absolutely love this!! definitely need to try this now 🙂
Ashley says
Just saw your project on Little Green Notebook–what a brilliant idea! So cool!
Portland Sunshine says
in love with this idea! so clever, so fun, so many possible variations. well done!
http://portlandsunshine.blogspot.com/2010/12/busted.html
Elizabeth says
I love this project! Do you know the name of the fabric that you used? I’d love to get some for myself.