Step 4 . Once totally dry , use the PVA glue to stick the letters onto the plaque .
Step 5 . While the letters are drying , carefully add your decorations ( stickers , etc .) Leave overnight to dry .
Step 6 . Attach the stake at the back ( drill a hole , and use screws ), paint it white all over . Leave to dry . As this is for outdoor use , once all the decorations have dried , we gave the plaque two coats of clear varnish .
Step 7 . Leave a good 24-48 hours for the varnish to set hard , then wrap it up and present as a gift to granddad , who promptly put it in place behind his garden fishpond !
Millie-Mae ( 6 ) is the daughter of Tracey Kifford , founder and owner of the online marketplace WowThankYou .
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