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Scrap Wood Wall Art

August 21, 2015

Gather up your wood scraps friends because if you’re like me then I know you have tons of pieces lying around.  Today I’m sharing the plans for this scrap wood wall art down below.
diy wall art

A DIY tutorial to make wall art using scrap wood. Create this pretty wood wall art with scrap pieces using my plans.

Hate to throw out those small off-cuts?  Me too.  So let’s put them to use and make a pretty wall art piece to bring some warmth to your home.  And this would make a great gift idea too!

small wall art made from scrap wood

Scrap Wood

I kept the cedar wood natural here but you could go crazy painting or staining your pieces all different colors to highlight the pattern.  This version is made from 1×4 cedar boards with a 1×2 cedar frame, pine boards would work too.
Looking for something bigger and more challenging?  Check out my giant wood planked quilt wall art here.
cedar wood scraps framed

Wall Art Details

To be honest I actually like to see the nail head holes.  It reminds me of ‘stitching’ in a woodworking sense.  Of course wood glue alone would work fine for this project so adding the finish nails is optional but it does add extra stability.
center seam
Clearly I’m not a perfectionist because my cuts are ever so slightly off but I love that handmade feel about this piece.
cedar wood details

Framed Wall Art

The 1×2 frame is flush to the back which gives a 1/2″ reveal at the front, just enough lip to create depth and a finished look to your wall art.
wood wall art dimensions
Below are the step by step instructions including materials and cut list, read through entriely before beginning project.  Always follow all safety precautions when using power tools.
Click here for a PDF version of the wall art plans.

Materials:

  • 1x4x8 cedar boards
  • 1x2x8 cedar board
  • 1 – 1/4″ plywood @ 14 1/8″ x 14 1/8″
  • wood glue
  • 1″ & 1 1/4″ finish nails

Cut list:

  • 4 – 1×4 @ 10″ with ends dog eared at 45 miter (center cross)
  • 16 – 1×4 @ 3 1/4″ cut at 45 miter (small triangles)
  • 1 – 1/4″ plywood @ 14 1/8″ x 14 1/8″ (backing)
  • 4 – 1×2 @ 15 5/8″ both ends 45 miter (frame)

Step 1: Cut 1/4″ plywood backing. ** I recommend cutting this piece larger than necessary and working from one corner then trimming any excess once complete.  This will ensure a perfect fit.**

wall art step 2

Step 2: Layout the center cross pieces and attach using wood glue and 1″ finish nails (if desired).  Try to get that center seam as square and straight as possible.  It will make the pattern look sharp and it’s easy on the eyes.

wall art step 3

Step 3: Cut and attach small triangle pieces.  Again wood glue should be fine.

main panel with pieces attached
You can see above step 3 is complete.  But notice a few pieces are hanging off the edge and the backing (painted chalkboard) is larger than the piece.  Now is the time to trim everything flush.
wall art step 4

Step 4: Attach frame pieces using wood glue and 1 1/4″ finish nails.  I recommend cutting to fit as you go here.

attach frame to edge
Lastly add a sawtooth hanger to the center back and it’s ready to go.  A great way to use up your scrap wood pile and make a pretty piece of wall art.
diy scrap wood wall art plans

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  1. julie anne spear says

    August 24, 2015 at 12:58 AM

    This is awesome!! Thanks for the plans!! I was actually just thinking about trying to tackle the large stained version of this that you posted, but this is much more manageable, as a sort of beginner project…. I might add some color though, bcuz that's how I roll! LOL!! Thanks again!!!

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  2. thistlewoodfarm says

    August 26, 2015 at 2:29 PM

    What an awesome idea! It would look so pretty with a vintage monogram in the center, too!

    Happy day friend!
    karianne

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  3. Sally Shailene says

    April 19, 2017 at 3:43 PM

    this is inspiring!! you can create simple yet beautiful
    wood wall art
    .

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