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DIY Recipe Plate

February 20, 2013

Since I’ve decided to use the end of February as a way to add meaningful items throughout our home, I’ve decided to tackle a project that I’ve been wanting to do for a very long time.

I’ve mentioned before that I’ve never met my grandmother. She died when my mom was 7. I cherish everything I can get my hands on, especially her recipes.

We love banana nut bread and her recipe is delicious. I make it so often that I practically have it memorized.

With all the awesome projects using sharpie pens and white ceramics, I decided to create my own homemade artwork- featuring the recipe we love.

Recipe Plate | The Wood Grain Cottage

It was super simple. I scored a large plate from the thrift store for $2.00. I loved the pattern and I couldn’t beat the size. I grabbed a fine point black painters pen (found at walmart in the craft section) and got to work.

painters pen

At first, I tried to use painters tape to help me keep the words straight, but I noticed that the ink started to bleed underneath the tape. I had to erase everything and start over, which wasn’t that bad of a thing since it gave me extra time to practice my cursive.  🙂

tape

After a few more attempts with the tape, I ditched it and went with the free hand approach. Much better! Really, I like the imperfect look. It makes it feel more handmade, like my grandma could have written her favorite recipe on a plate and given it to me.

Recipe Plate | The Wood Grain Cottage

Recipe Plate | The Wood Grain Cottage

For now, it’s nestled on a plate stand, but I could get a wild hair to move it or hang it on the wall. All I know is, I love it.

Recipe Plate | The Wood Grain Cottage

Recipe Plate | The Wood Grain Cottage

As a side note, I don’t plan on using this plate for anything more than decoration. The painters pen is not meant to be used in the dishwasher. It will come off- which I like. If I ever tire of the look, I can simply scrub the plate or take a magic eraser to it. The pen does dry hard enough that it doesn’t smear or scratch to the touch. Perfect for what I’m using it for.

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I’m Shayna… The small town Colorado girl who’s obsessed with home and everything that entails! I’m a creative, a decorator, a day dreamer, a huge fan of scones and I’m passionate about loving where I live and making a home.

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  1. nowathomemom says

    February 21, 2013 at 2:36 PM

    I really like this Shayna! it looks great and like you said it looks as if is something a grandma would’ve given you: a secret recipe! I like it a lot, it makes your kitchen look “like home” 🙂

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    • Shayna says

      February 21, 2013 at 4:10 PM

      Awe, Thank you Ingrid! Such a sweet comment! 🙂
      -Shayna

      Reply
  2. courtney says

    February 21, 2013 at 8:12 PM

    I love this! this is so cute and looks great. I love your handwriting btw! very unique added decor to your home and such special meaning 🙂

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    • Shayna says

      February 22, 2013 at 9:28 AM

      Thank you Courtney! It turned out just like I hoped- and it has such a special meaning! 🙂
      -Shayna

      Reply
  3. Marilyn Gray says

    October 17, 2013 at 5:16 PM

    I LOVE it! What a wonderful idea! And what super Christmas gifts for co-workers, neighbors, etc. I went to Dollar tree store and purchased some white plates for a $1.00 each, purchased a DecoArt glass marker and made some for gifts. Just write on plate, let dry 8 hours and then put in oven to bake for 45 minutes. Dishwasher safe, too, with this method. Thank you for sharing this idea! You are awesome!

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    • Shayna says

      October 18, 2013 at 11:59 AM

      THANK YOU so much, Marilyn! I’m so excited to hear that you made your own! They sound fabulous- and the perfect gift! 😀
      -Shayna

      Reply
  4. Marilyn Gray says

    October 17, 2013 at 5:19 PM

    P.S. My plates did not have decorative border like yours so I just drew some vines with leaves all around with the marker. Turned out great!

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  5. Kara says

    December 30, 2013 at 6:35 PM

    This is a WONDERFUL idea! Thanks!

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    • Shayna says

      January 1, 2014 at 8:26 AM

      THANK YOU so much, Kara! I’m so happy you enjoyed it! 😀
      -Shayna

      Reply

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I’m Shayna… The small town Colorado girl who’s obsessed with home and everything that entails! I’m a creative, a decorator, a day dreamer, a huge fan of scones and I’m passionate about loving where I live and making a home.

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