What kind of paint works best on homemade signs?

[Scoop]

I was hoping to not have to use the oil-based paint that I have. I just know it's going to get everywhere as I don't have the steadiest hand for staying inside the lines of letters. Any idea is welcomed! I mean, would permanent markers with a clearcoat work?

 

[SarahBeth9394]

What kind of signs are you making? What look do you want to achieve? And what type of surface are you painting on?

 

[Scoop]

I have 2 old kitchen cabinet doors that I have already primered white. I stenciled the letters in already with pencil and now I'm debating what is the best way to do this without a lot of sloppy paint everywhere. I also have a woodburning kit and could use that for outlining.

 

[Mary Of Exeter]

Acrylic paint markers would work pretty good I think. Acrylics can go on almost anything and dry like a plastic, making them hard to get out!

 

[Scoop]

Acrylic paint markers, now that sounds like it's for me! Who would have them? Would an office supply store or should I just go to an arts/crafts store? No matter what store it is, it will be a good drive for me. I had looked in Wal-Mart for something and can you believe it - they downsized the arts and crafts section! They are still downsizing the sewing dept, too. Ugh!

 

[Mary Of Exeter]

Our walmart changed the complete store around, even painted the walls all nice and colorful. I hate it; can't find a darn thing! Finally found the arts and crafts section, and it got much smaller!

I didn't even see the sewing section. They used to have a whole wall of yarns and lots of fabrics. All I saw was a litle aisle of yarn, and a couple shelves of small packs of assorted fabric!

I don't even know if they still have paint markers or not, but before, that's where I used to get them. A craft store may be your best bet. Not sure if somewhere like Office Depot would have any, but that's worth a try if it's closer.