We’ve already shown you a handful of gorgeous typographical products to swoon over, from customizable couches to bookcases. Now it’s time to get scrappy! Here are 20 ways to create your own typographical decor. After all, why buy when you can DIY?

More Than Words: 20 Ways to Create Your Own Beautiful Typographic Decor

By Anjelika TempleApr 17, 2013

Anjelika Temple

As Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Brit + Co, Anjelika Temple brings her voracious consumption of all things creative and colorful to DIY projects, geeky gadgetry finds and more. When she's not DIY-ing her heart out, you'll find her throwing dinner parties with friends or adventuring with her husband David, their daughters Anokhi and Indira, and their silly dog Turkey.

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We’ve already shown you a handful of gorgeous typographical products to swoon over, from customizable couches to bookcases. Now it’s time to get scrappy! Here are 20 ways to create your own typographical decor. After all, why buy when you can DIY?

Cut Out Letter Posters

We’ll kick it off with a party rockin’ poster! Love this play on the pop-up. (via How About Orange)

Letter Coatrack

We might need to make one of these for Brit HQ – so cute! (via Oh Happy Day)

Wire Word Friendship Bracelets

We might be stretching the definition of decor by including a wearable (or two) on this list, but accessories are how we decorate ourselves, right? (via Brit + Co.)

Typography Chair

If you’ve got an old chair that needs an update, use adhesive letters as stencils to recreate a similar look. This could be a great way to personalize a kid’s room. (via Dollar Store Crafts)

Mini Marquee

Celebrate! All you need is colorful card stock and lights to recreate your own take on this fun project. Stay tuned for a larger (and simpler) version tomorrow! (via Brit + Co.)

Giant Letter Pillows

Forget about bean bags, giant alphabet pillows are the jam. (via Oh Happy Day)

Song Lyric Wall Art

We love this way of using old maps or patterned paper without getting too scrapbook-y. (via A Beautiful Mess)

“Like” Gift Box

A gift box for the person you like most. (via Brit + Co.)

Typographic Tote Bag

Never underestimate the power of an iron-on transfer. (via How About Orange)

Light Up Headboard

Now this is pretty amazing. They drew on the design, drilled holes through the headboard, and backed with lighting. (via A Beautiful Mess)

Typographic Gift Wrap

This is a cute and easy way to personalize your gifts. (via ManMade)

Nail String Art

Make! (via Brit + Co.)

Custom Paper Clips

These custom paper clips are great for invitations, notes, and table numbers. (via Curbly)

Faux Moss Word

We can’t decide if this is totally weird or totally cool, but we’re in. (via Crafted)

Shrink Plastic Pendants

If only this said “Hey girl…” :) (via How About Orange)

Glass Jar Typography

What an easy and lovely way to personalize jars! (via Project Wedding)

Holy Chic Typography Tee

Holy chic! The moment we saw this $225 t-shirt we knew we had to recreate it. (via Brit + Co.)

Monogram Piñata

We think piñata versions of just about everything would make the world a better place. (via Oh Happy Day)

Cheers Coasters

We love how these coasters double as motivation to get to the bottom of your drink faster. (via Design Love Fest)

Metallic Letters

Inspired by metallic letters seen at both flea markets and Anthropologie, we’re digging the industrial look of this kitchen decor. (via Creative Index)

Laser Etched Oranges

Who doesn’t have a laser etching machine for writing funny messages on fruit? ;) (via Brit + Co.)

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