Stage Designs

Written Cross

Janet Kolb from Spirit of Truth Church in Burnsville, Mn brings us this cross design.

From Janet: We based this on a previous design: Jumbled Names. We chose words reflecting the impact of the crucifixion and resurrection.

The cross was constructed with 1×4 and 1×6 wooden boards, and a small piece of plywood in the center. The boards were painted with a flat/matte finish and then distressed to accomplish a rugged cross look. Phrases were painted and then cut to size.

We attached the boards into four sections by drilling 1×4’s across the back, then connected each section with additional 1×4 bracing. We used black lights to reflect the fluorescent paint.

The final dimensions were approx 9′ x 6′. It was very heavy. We ended up resting in on the stage floor due to weight and wired it to the wall for additional support.

Materials and cost: paint $40, wood $30, wood screws $3.00. Black light rental $60. Final cost without black lights: $75; with lights $135.

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One response to “Written Cross”

  1. Good morning
    Greetings Whitley Bay, England

    I am part of the editorial team of our Church Magazine, Focus.

    Our Church is St John’s Methodist Church in Whitley Bay, England and our
    website is
    http://www.stjohnsmethodist.co.uk

    I was looking for a picture for our Easter issue which is produced
    in March and I came across your Written Cross picture.

    Would you allow me to use your picture on the Front Page of
    our Easter Issue?

    We would obviously attribute it to you and include your website address

    We usually also include a short article about our FrontPage picture if
    you are willing to produce one

    I sent a similar message to Paulo before I found your website

    Please let me know your reaction to my request

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