Using a cleaned up pallet as the base of your sign, add oversized letters that spell out "Joy" — this blogger used wrapping paper to make the message that much more cheery.
The chevron trend is still holding strong, so why not incorporate it into Christmas décor? An all-ornament on top will impress anyone who stops by all season long.
Think of this one as souped-up version of string art: Just decorate your slice of wood with a star-shaped red ribbon, which is held in place with a few nails.
If you've got some serious free-hand skill, paint on a few inspiring words. If not, just print out a design and use carbon paper to transfer it to the wood.