This project is a super fun, easy, and cheap way to make an awesome sign that looks just like a neon sign. There are countless different words and shapes that you can make with this project. In the end, you will have a one of a kind decoration for your room that looks super cool!

Step 1: Gather Your Supplies

You will need the following materials for this project:

El Wire (I ordered mine from Amazon for about $8)
Aluminum wire
Thread (or super glue)
Tape
Scissors
Pliers

Step 2: Measurements

I decided that I wanted to hang my project in the space between my window and my ceiling. For this step, I measured how much space I would have and stuck tape to the table to use as a guideline.

Step 3: Make Your Design!

Now it is time to start bending the wire into any shape! I decided to go with the word "hey," but you can make any word or shape that you want. Just remember that cursive writing makes words much easier to make.

As I went along, I taped down the sections I had already finished to keep it from sliding around so much.

Tip: If you do not feel like bending the wire without any kind of guidelines, you can put down some paper and draw your design before you start.

Step 4: Tie Intersections

I used some thread to keep the wire from separating at the sections that crossed over. This will make the design more secure.

Step 5: Remove Tape

After removing the tape, keep bending the wire until it is in the exact position you want it in.

Step 6: Attach the El Wire

To attach the el wire I used thread and tied a knot every inch or two. Then I went back and cut off the extra strands. With this technique, I can reuse the el wire again just by cutting it off. A faster way to attach the wire is to super glue it on, but it will be stuck.