Gather up your wood scraps friends because if you’re like me then I know you have tons of pieces lying around. Â Today I’m sharing the plans for this scrap wood wall art down below.
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? Â Me too. Â So let’s put them to use and make a pretty wall art piece to bring some warmth to your home. Â And this would make a great gift idea too!
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. Â 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? Â Check out my giant wood planked quilt wall art here.
Wall Art Details
To be honest I actually like to see the nail head holes. Â It reminds me of ‘stitching’ in a woodworking sense. Â Of course wood glue alone would work fine for this project so adding the finish nails is optional but it does add extra stability.
Clearly I’m not a perfectionist because my cuts are ever so slightly off but I love that handmade feel about this piece.
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.
Below are the step by step instructions including materials and cut list, read through entriely before beginning project. Â Always follow all safety precautions when using power tools.
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. Â This will ensure a perfect fit.**
Step 2: Layout the center cross pieces and attach using wood glue and 1″ finish nails (if desired). Â Try to get that center seam as square and straight as possible. Â It will make the pattern look sharp and it’s easy on the eyes.
Step 3: Cut and attach small triangle pieces. Â Again wood glue should be fine.
You can see above step 3 is complete. Â But notice a few pieces are hanging off the edge and the backing (painted chalkboard) is larger than the piece. Â Now is the time to trim everything flush.
Step 4: Attach frame pieces using wood glue and 1 1/4″ finish nails. Â I recommend cutting to fit as you go here.
Lastly add a sawtooth hanger to the center back and it’s ready to go. Â A great way to use up your scrap wood pile and make a pretty piece of wall art.
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!!!
What an awesome idea! It would look so pretty with a vintage monogram in the center, too!
Happy day friend!
karianne
this is inspiring!! you can create simple yet beautiful
wood wall art
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