Do you believe in signs? They’re everywhere! Keep your eyes and your mind wide open, and I promise, you will find some incredible, perhaps even life-changing, signs.
No, I’m not talking about signs from the universe. I’m talking about literal signs. From street signs to emergency exit signs to signs that will teach you about sign language, we’ve gathered some of the most brilliant, hilarious and wholesome signs from around the world down below.
Be sure to upvote all of your favorite signs, and let us know in the comments what the most significant sign you’ve ever seen was. Keep reading to also find an interview we were lucky enough to receive from Tim Harrelson, CEO of The Sign Chef. Then, if you’re interested in checking out even more signs that might teach you something new, you can find Bored Panda’s last list celebrating signs right here. It’s a good sign that you clicked on this article, I can just feel it!
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This Sign Is Outside My Local Church, Think It's A Good Day To Share It
This Sign Outside A Local Shelter
Iām Convinced To Learn Fencing
Signs are an unavoidable part of our lives. We need them to get from one place to another when driving in the car, to advertise events and information, to learn the daily specials at our favorite restaurant, to know whether to push or pull a door to avoid making a fool of ourselves and to know if our car will get towed for parking in that spot that looks suspiciously available. Signs are all around us. And while most of them look similar to one another, sometimes they are made by great designers who ensure that they stand out and get their point across in the most effective way.
To learn more about the importance of great signage, we reached out to Tim Harrelson, CEO of the South Carolina based company The Sign Chef. “Between the physical world and the online world, the competition for attention is at an all time high,” Tim told Bored Panda. “Simultaneously, attention spans seem to be at an all time low. Our senses are constantly being bombarded! Moving forward, organizations need to be strategic in how the content is displayed on their signs.”
Sign At The Local Veterinary Hospital
Sign At Local Burger Restaurant
There's something similar in the packaging of a small dairy farm in my area. Very cool.
Sign Outside A Dallas Comic Book Shop This Morning
We also asked Tim how the process of designing signs works for him and his company. “Most graphic designers start with the size of the sign - then the lettering & graphics are added. Think backwards," he explained. "A more strategic approach can be taken by having the design reverse engineered for maximum impact. This design strategy starts with the viewing distance. How far away does your target audience need to be able to read the sign?”
“Once the distance is measured, a Letter Sizing Calculator can be used to scientifically determine the very best letter sizes,” Tim continued. “As an example, what is the best letter size if the viewing distance is 110 feet? When you type 110 feet into the calculator, you’ll instantly see 22 inches is recommended for maximum impact - easy.”
I Adopted 2 Miles Of The Pacific Coast Highway Last Year. Iāve Gone Out Almost Every Day And Iāve Picked Up Over 100 Bags Worth Of Trash
Today my adoption signs were finally installed
Good work... we all need to first stop throwing thrash anywhere and everywhere... and stop to collect & clean.
Our motorcycle group adopted a highway in western New York state. It's a fun and helpful thing to do together.
This has been a topic in an "lustiges Taschenbuch" (simliar to Donald duck pocket books) , where the people of the City got parts of it, because duckburg had no money and there where Waste and dort all over the City. When the people got their parts they cared for it (like vakuuming the sidewalk xD) and the City became totally clean
Very admirable. But, don't you already taxes for these spaces to be kept clean?
Suburban design is such a ponzi scheme that it's not actually possible to collect enough taxes to pay for basic repairs and maintenance on roads or adjacent infrastructure, so there's definitely not money lying around to pick up after disgusting litterbugs. The only thing paying for repairs and maintenance on existing infrastructure is taxes collected from new construction (hence why it's a ponzi scheme) and occasional infrastructure bills that only serve to bail out our ongoing failure that is the American suburban experiment.
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As someone from CA and who adores my beloved coastline, I thank you for your service.
I am so impressed with the task to have taken on & are accomplishing! Bravo! My family farm in the mid Willamette Valley of Oregon has less than a quarter mile dividing the farm in two, of US Hwy 20. 5 miles south to one town 8 north to another . The TRASH IS TERRIBLE, adds up to tons annually. These days the country work release inmate do the cleaning & I am oh so thankful! You are a saving grace!
To require individuals to personally correct the failures of the collective is to support further failures of the collective. Taken to its logical extreme, this results in a society where the general welfare is left to the discretion of individuals, leaving government no function other than corruption..
I'm just hoping OP is seeing a reduction in the volume as he removes the waste that's may have been there years, so he can continue to see the improvement and it doesn't get as bad between each litter pick.
I adopted a two mile stretch of hiway and challenged an entire graduating class at the local school to match my efforts. By the time it was done I had completed my side of the road alone and was coming back down theirs. By the time the trash bags were tallied I had 3 and 1/2 as many times the bags as an entire group of High school students and won a bet. The bet was that if they had more bags than me I buy them lunch. If I win they buy mine. An unfair bet from the start but I was trying to get them to see what a problem littering is. I had tried to make an impact and lasting impression on their lives. Plus I got a Steak Finger basket and a Blizzard to boot!
They go through a process of "adopting" a section of road/highway, which is a formal process involving submitting paperwork. This means they pledge to pick up trash on that stretch of road, and eventually thet get a sign Installed to make their community service official.
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More people should do this. I've seen official groups and businesses represented but never individuals. **Volunteer Goals!!**
what does that say about the litterbugs ? He cleans it up and the next day there's more.
I know this little, winding highway . . . . .thank you for doing this . . . .bless you
Well done you but what a sad and sorry indictment of many people in the US today.
Thank you for doing this and I am sad that people have caused this to be necessary
Can you put the garbage that puts out the trash, in the trash as well?
You're awesome! Others can learn to at least pick up after themselves. Thank you, it does matter.šš
Itās sad that a lot of our humanitarian work are done through volunteers and children
They put up your sign but didn't repair the smashed side rail or the smash light pole. And from the amount of discoloration of the wood, looks like that all happened awhile ago.
Not that you should have to. What kind of heathens throw trash out of a car? Jerks.
Load More Replies... Wow! I'm really impressed with what a tremendous task you have taken on & are accomplishing. Our family farm in the mid Willamette Valley of Oregon has USHwy 20 cutting our family farm in two, less than a quarter mile of Hwy 5 miles from one town 8 from another & the TRASH IS TERRIBLE. & literally produces tons. CD ukhbi One time I was standing, waiting to cross for my mail & a guy tossed his leftover burger out & I ended up with catsup & pickles & lettuce on my legs. I don't believe the guy even saw me or intended to hit me, just a casual act of easy disposal!
Gad....that's a lot of trash....I guess people love to litter on your 2 miles??
So sad that people have to do this to keep the country free of trash.
So awesome, in so many ways! I'll be sure to visit the Jacob section of the road. Love this!
liberal states make these signs so people sentenced to community service for criminal offenses can feel better. half those 'bags' were probably left over dope bags.
A Sign I Stumbled Upon
This Brewery Has A Sign In The Bathroom That Offers A Backup Plan In Case Your Date Isn't Going So Well
We also asked Tim what the most important factors to consider are when designing a sign. “The legibility of the message is the single most important factor. Of equal importance is the message itself. What is the core message people need to grasp in an instant?”
All We Need Is Love
What if your neighbor is spreading conspiracy theories and is a white supremacist terrorist? I really wish it were easier to tolerate the intolerant.
My Uber Driver Offered A Conversation āMenuā For His Ride
Local Starbucks Does 'Sign Of The Week' For Sign Language
Next, we asked Tim if he’s ever been able to create any particularly exciting or special signs. “We recently created the World’s Largest Dibond Sign Display for Mahopac High School in New York,” he shared with pride. In his email, Tim attached a photo of the impressive sign that looks easily over 15 feet tall, featuring the school’s logo of a massive M with an arrow across it. He also shared a beautiful retro, flashing neon sign to go on Route 66 advertising Eufloria dispensary in Oklahoma.
This Sign Moves The "N" When They Are Closed
The Sign At My Son's Little League Field
This New Zealand Remembrance Plaque In Flanders
If you’re in need of a beautiful sign, be sure to check out The Sign Chef’s website right here. They are experts are creating anything from yard signs to neon signs, so they can certainly make you something that would be worthy of a spot on this list!
My Favorite Bookstore Has A Cat. They Now Have A Sign For The Cat
There's this jewelry store with signs that reads "pets welcome, people tolerated" and "super friendly dog in premises".
This Plaque At The Dog Park Commemorating A Park Record
In My Hometown, There Is A Skate Shop Next To A Butcher, They Made A Single Sign. Steak On One Side, Skate On The Other (Nantes, France)
We hope you’re enjoying these clever and fascinating signs from around the world. If you’re a graphic designer, perhaps you’re even gaining some inspiration! Keep upvoting your favorite signs, and then let us know in the comments if you’ve ever seen a sign that really stuck with you. Then if your appetite for signs still isn’t satiated after finishing this list, you can find our last article on the same topic right here.
At Oakland Zoo They Have Signs So Their Wolves Wouldn't Get Scared
The Bathroom At My Doctor's Office Has A Discreet Way For Victims Of Abuse, Violence, Or Human Trafficking To Get Help
Police In Chester Vermont Have A Special Speed Limit Sign For Christmas. Legend Has It If You Go 69 MpH It Says Both 'Naughty' And 'Nice'
All My Old Casting Spots Have No Trespassing Signs, So This Was A Breath Of Fresh Air
I Got A Warning For Leaving My Laptop Unattended In The Library
This Sign Was Written For Deer
Autism Sign At The History Of Miami Museum
A Buffet Restaurant's Sign
This Sign Explains Why Feeding Ducks Bread Isn't A Good Idea
It tried to feed some ducks with lettuce and corn. Initially they had come a-waddling, but saw the 'healthy treat' I was offering, and they turned away in disgust.
This Emergency Exit Sign
UV Index Sign
In What Might Be The Oldest Known āBeware Of Dogā Sign
This is an amazingly preserved tile mosaic from Pompeii which features an image of a dog and the words “cave canem” which loosely translates to “caveat” (beware) and “canine” (dog).
The Local Blood Bank Have These Signs To Show How Much Blood They Have
Anti-Pollution Sign By A Lake In Evergreen, Colorado
Today I Stopped In Woodville, New Zealand. They Have A Sign Pointing To All The Other Woodville's And Their Distance
I love how someone scratched off the incorrect apostrophe's on the Australian and UK signs
Michael Pederson Installs Miniature Signs In Unassuming Locations, The Recent One Tracks The Lifespan Of A Solitary Weed Poking Through A Sidewalk Crack
A tiny wooden ladder leans against a sign that marks the number of days the plant has been growing.
This Sign In A Cafe Educating Us On The Nuances Of Pastries And Politicians
This Historic Sign In My Hotel Explains How To Use Electricity In Case You Had Never Used It Before
Jim back in the day "electric light gives you autism and it's not very manly"
Sign In The New Orleans Airport Bathroom
Ok, never had crayfish. Are they spicy or nasty or something? Cuz if they are spicy like the paqui ghost pepper tortilla chips, washing once ain't enough.Trust me on this.
This Sign At A Local Nature Preserve Has The Words Inverted So You Can Read It In The Water
A Sign With A Map Of Houses Numbers And Streets
This Sign At My University With The Number For The Library Police
Road Signs In Vilnius, Lithuania
The Way The Sun Has Weathered This Sign So It Looks Like It's Heavy Metal Style
This Interplanetary Street Sign
This Sign At My Local Pharmacy Teaches How To Do A Basic Waltz
The Signs In These Botanical Gardens Have Springs So The Signs Move With The Growth Of The Tree
My Bathroom Sign. It Has Been In My Family Since The 40's
This Sign Of Hobo Symbols At Railroad Museum
Moss Growing On A Sign, But Only The Parts That Illuminate
This Sign At The Mirror Lakes, NZ, Is Actually Mirrored The Right Way Up In The Lake
A Black Stop Sign
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BP, why make the list so long, we all know you are going to cut this down to around 50. Make THREE lists and post on different weeks. Some of the higher number ones are probably pretty amazing, but in a few hours they won't be visible
I really like that idea, also there are probably only a handful who go down the entire list and vote, this the last entries have less of a chance of being in top 30.
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BP, why make the list so long, we all know you are going to cut this down to around 50. Make THREE lists and post on different weeks. Some of the higher number ones are probably pretty amazing, but in a few hours they won't be visible
I really like that idea, also there are probably only a handful who go down the entire list and vote, this the last entries have less of a chance of being in top 30.
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