If you want to add a touch of winter wonderland to your home decor this holiday season, look no further than this homemade Dollar Tree snowflake sign! This easy and budget friendly DIY project will add a cozy and festive feel to your home.

One of my favorite things about the holiday season is getting creative and making decorations. And you can do so many Christmas decor ideas like this with items from the dollar store. Let’s dive in!

Are you ready to spruce up your home for the holidays without breaking the bank? You can definitely start with items from Dollar Tree! Yes, you don’t have to spend a fortune to add a touch of festive cheer to your space.

Snowflakes remind us of winter and the holiday season. They make us think of frosted windows, sipping hot cocoa by the fire, and stunning snowy scenes. And with this homemade Dollar Tree snowflake sign, you can bring that cozy and magical feeling into your home.

We got this snowflake wooden cutout from the dollar store, and with just a few simple materials and steps, we will transform it into a beautiful snowflake sign. Trust me, even if you’re not the most crafty person, this DIY project is easy and fun!

Supplies Used for Homemade Dollar Tree Snowflake Sign

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Snowflake Wooden Cutout from Dollar Tree
Plywood (cut to size)
Sandpaper
Plastic Wood Filler
123 Primer Spray
Kilz White Chalk Paint
1″ x 2″ Furring Strips
Walnut Waterbased Wood Stain
Zibra Paint Brush
Waverly Chalk Paint in Ink
Zibra Artist Brush Set
Nail Gun and Finishing Nails
MITREAPEL Superglue

Cut Plywood for Snowflake Sign

For the base of our snowflake sign, we used a piece of plywood we cut to size. We made it at least 4″ larger than the snowflake in any direction. This also gives us enough space to create a border around the sign.

If you don’t have a saw at home, you can ask the friendly staff at your local hardware store to cut the plywood for you. Once you’ve got it cut to size, lightly sand down any rough edges or splinters so your sign has a nice, smooth surface.

Fill Holes on Dollar Tree Snowflake Cutout

This snowflake cutout from Dollar Tree has a small hole at the top, where you can put a string through to hang the snowflake. But since we wanted to mount it on our sign, we filled the hole with plastic wood filler to cover it up.

Filled Hole on Dollar Tree Snowflake Cutout

Let the filler dry, then sand it until smooth and flush with the rest of the snowflake. It may take a couple of coats to get it filled and smooth, as ours did, so we worked on other parts of the sign while waiting for the filler to dry.

Paint Plywood White

Next, we painted the plywood sign white with 123 Primer in a spray can. However, we noticed that the spray paint didn’t fully cover the wood grain, so we brushed on some Kilz white chalk paint to get a smooth and solid white base.

We also painted the backside black, so when we eventually change our decor, we can simply flip the sign over and have a blank canvas for another project. You can do the same for your sign or paint it a different color that matches your home decor.

Cut and Stain Frame for Snowflake Sign

Now, onto the frame for our snowflake sign! We used 1″x2″ furring strips to create a border around the plywood. We mitered the corners for a clean and seamless look, then sanded down the edges with 220 grit sandpaper.

scuff sanding wood for frame for Homemade Dollar Tree Snowflake Sign

Next, we stained the frame with a special walnut water based wood stain using a Zibra paint brush. We brushed on the stain in the direction of the wood grain for a natural and rustic look, then let the stain dry completely. Here’s our tutorial on how to stain wood for more tips and tricks.

Paint Snowflake Black

To contrast the white homemade sign, we painted the snowflake black with Waverly chalk paint in Ink. We used this set of small artist brushes from Zibra, which made painting the intricate details of the snowflake easier and more precise, then let the black paint dry. Here’s how to paint farmhouse signs to learn more techniques on painting signs.

You can also use a different color to paint the snowflake, whichever suits your home decor. You can even go for silver or gold for a more glamorous look. Or add glitter to the paint color you use for some extra sparkle and shine.

Attach Frame to Plywood

Now, it’s time to put everything together! We attached the frame to the plywood using a nail gun and 1.25″ finishing nails. Aim straight when nailing so that the nails go into the plywood and not out the front or back.

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Glue Dollar Tree Snowflake to Sign

And after we’ve assembled the homemade Dollar Tree sign, the last step is to glue the black painted snowflake onto the sign. We used MITREAPEL instant superglue for a solid and secure hold. Apply a small amount of glue onto the back of the snowflake, then carefully place it in the center of your sign.

Then, press down firmly to make sure the snowflake sticks to the sign. You can even put an item with some weight on top of it for a few minutes while the glue sets and dries. Once secure, your homemade Dollar Tree snowflake sign is ready to display in your home!

And that’s how you can turn a simple snowflake cutout into a beautiful and festive Christmas sign for the holidays! And you even have the option to change it up for different seasons by simply flipping the sign over and painting a new design. If you want to mix and match different styles and sizes of holiday signs, here’s our list of vertical Christmas signs and large Christmas signs.