DIY Wood Mosaic Wall Art

[@monicast3055]

Wonderful! would you be able to share the measurements of the pieces? Thank you :)

[@AroundtheHouse]

Sure, I’ll do some measuring today 😀

[@AroundtheHouse]

The inner pattern is 3 1/4 inches, next row is 3 1/4 inches, and the smaller 3rd row is 1 1/2 inches.

[@barbarabrindza1845]

Thanks it is beautiful. Are you measuring long sides or point to point?

[@gilley1058]

I make mine with 1/4" plywood for the base and I resaw 3/4" pine to 3/8"...makes a big difference in weight and yet still durable.

[@AngieWilliamsDesigns]

I’m glad you said this. I was thinking that could be an option.

[@georgevanvalkenburg2560]

nice professional job.....SPOT ON!!

[@sandraeasley9354]

I am a quilter and would love to make a smaller one for my sewing room. Beautiful work.

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thanks Sandra, I think that’d be a great pattern for a quilt

[@nicolebarker7110]

Thanks for the video. Your mention of what went wrong makes all the difference. Thanks for sharing the learning points! Every project has it's twists and turns.

[@AroundtheHouse]

You’re welcome Nicole, thanks for the thoughtful comment

[@davefisher9582]

I make a lot of these and sell them. I use 1/8 Luan board and it definitely helps with the weight. Nice work

[@AroundtheHouse]

That's a great tip, thank you Dave 😀

[@Velereonics]

I've been building a table and I've been reaaaaaally putting off the top of it because I just didn't know what I wanted to do, but watching this I think I can commit to what I originally planned. Geometric design sort of like in the saa, but I'm going to replace some of the blocks with images so ;I have a large format printer and I can print photos and then I can put them in clear acrylic I think and basically just use the table itself as the walls to let that dry

[@AroundtheHouse]

So glad this video gave some inspiration. I like the idea of using acrylic too. Have fun building your table. 😊

[@estelitapolverari5376]

Awwwwww😍🥰🥰🥰🥰 your Dog sooo cute and very happy…muito fofinho balançando o rabinho todo feliz e amoroso! E o gatinho bengal muito lindo!😻 mas o doguinho fofo roubou a cena!!!!😍😍😍🐕

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thank you so much for the sweet comments. 😊

[@herschelgross5187]

To lighten up my work I use 1/4 inch backing and make it 1/4 to 1/2 inch bigger than my peace then groove the frame to slide over the ends to help prevent cupping. Great video really nice work.

[@AroundtheHouse]

Those are great tips. Thank you so much for commenting Herschel 😀

[@herschelgross5187]

@@AroundtheHouse ty for the video, I lost most of my tools and my place to build things but I still have the basics been thinking about building one of these as a coffee table..

[@sarahmarieivfmommy8581]

This turned out beautifully

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thanks so much Sarah 😊

[@deannalupo6587]

Beautiful!! I have seen them made with thinner wood, it would make it lighter. I want to do one of these so bad!!

[@johnproffitt3272]

beautiful kitty there at the end!

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thanks, she’s a bengal. 😀

[@Tclasa]

Nice job lady!

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thanks 😀

[@naturaIIydifferent]

Throat is another term if slit bugs you lol. It's called a throat plate. Awesome job! I think I am going to make something like this tonight! Blessings and love from Upstate New York!

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thanks, that is a way better term 😆. Have fun with your build Jacob, great to hear from you and NY.

[@betsymcmillancortes2904]

Beautiful!❤

[@ZulfikarAbdulaziz]

It came out very nice 👌

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thank you so much 😊

[@tonymarshall3162]

Thank you for taking the time to share your process and to share where you think you made a goof here or there ! You’re genuine nature shows through in your videos ! I am just getting going in wood projects as a hobby and have a small space to try and use as a work shop… It seems as though you are able to make some impressive projects in a smaller work shop set up ! I’m inspired to move forward thanks to your informative videos !

[@HeatherWrightArt]

Completely AWESOME, love it! Will be trying something similar after I work on a mountain piece I've been wanting to do for quite some time now. Thanks for all the great tips!

[@AroundtheHouse]

I really like the mountain ones, have fun with that build. Happy building Heather, thanks for the comment. 😊

[@G00D0N31]

I use scrap wood I find, I take 2 x 4's and strip to 1/4 ", sometimes the 1 1/2 strip and some the 3 1/2 using my table saw. I made a 45 degree slide jig for my table saw for cutting all the angles, works great. I usually use 1/4 ply for the backing. It makes it much light. I like the colors you choose. I've done the pattern you did and like it. But I give alot of they away.

[@frankmcnally01]

Good job looks great

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thanks for the comment Frank, I appreciate it 😀

[@kenrose9417]

I thinks that’s a great design that lends itself to all kinds of variety in wood grain, color choices and wood types. I wonder how it would work as a coffee table? Nice job!

[@AroundtheHouse]

Ken Rose I may have to try that, great idea

[@miltonstrickland5849]

I use cedar fencing its light can be left rough or planed down to thinner stock.

[@AroundtheHouse]

This is a great suggestion, thanks for commenting Milton.

[@herschelgross5187]

I use pallet boards but get a hand metal detector and go over the entire boards before planning them

[@dabruscar]

Very nice work 👍

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thanks Tim 😊

[@dabruscar]

@@AroundtheHouse pleasure, keep 'em comin!!

[@marthaamateta71]

beautiful

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thank you Martha

[@justaguy328]

Looks so good! What kind of paint do you use for the wood pieces?

[@AroundtheHouse]

I believe I used chalk paint for this project but I’d suggest using a semigloss paint from the hardware store. Sometimes I buy the sample sizes since I don’t need much.

[@prasadkoukuntla8022]

Looks very nice! 👏

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thank you! 😊

[@livinglifeinthenorth8512]

Looks really nice!!

[@barbarayorkwoodside3716]

Loved the video... I'm just starting out. You are great in the wood shop! Sorry but I fell in love with your Redbone Redtick. He's such a happy boy!

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thanks for the support Barbara, so nice to meet another woodworker. Awe, my Lily, she is actually a Vizsla but gets confused as a Redbone Coonhound a lot. The only way to tell is Vizsla’s have red noses and coonhounds have black 😊

[@barbarayorkwoodside3716]

@@AroundtheHouse they love just the same. Sorry I called Lily a boy. Don't let her read that! :)

[@kerrikelly5262]

Do you use any apps to plan your designs?

[@AroundtheHouse]

Great question Kerri, I haven’t found any good apps for that. If you find any please comment as it’d be a great help. 😊

[@samanthagunn4988]

Thanks for sharing!

[@wendyhenneberry4855]

Are these cuts a 45 degree angle? It's beautiful!

[@BB-gy2fo]

I would suggest French cleats on the studs in the wall. Weight shouldn't be a problem... One long one, 6" shorter than the peice, 3" on each side, and 2" x 3"peices directly below ends to maintain space behind the peice. It is possible to widen the border 3/4" and let cover the sidesand you don't see the space behind the peice.

[@imanhussein4177]

This is beautiful.. Thanks for sharing. I love to see more on wood mosaic art😍

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thanks Iman, I just posted a new one about a month ago that is a lot lighter and a more straight forward build for anyone. 😀

[@imanhussein4177]

@@AroundtheHouse I am interested to watch.. Thank you👍

[@tomrudd530]

twenty years of sanding later,..... (everyones fav)

[@chuckmayes2294]

Make them with 2x4s rip the 2x4s 1/4 " strips and use 1/2 inch thick plywood for back or even 3/8" thick backing that should lighten it up quite a bit make sure to buy spruce 2x4s much lighter to work with... This is also much better cost wise... Let me know if you tried it out...

[@wolfgang4468]

Beautiful!

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thank you 😀

[@naya-dariceramos9247]

You may want to try basa wood. You just need a knife to cut those and they are super thin so nice and light weight.

[@AroundtheHouse]

Naya-Darice Ramos that’s a great idea. Thanks Naya-Darice 😊

[@mr-unapologetic8681]

I’m late to the show but you can combat the weight of these types of wall hangings by using a French Cleat to mount it. It’s super easy and distributes the weight evenly.

[@AroundtheHouse]

Great tip! Thanks! I’ve started using furring strips as well - much lighter and the right size.

[@mr-unapologetic8681]

@@AroundtheHouse I use furring strips frequently I just hate all the sanding that’s needed for certain projects but they are inexpensive and very usable.

[@dianeernest1660]

Good job, I love it. Keep up the good work.

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thanks Diane 😀

[@dblood8529]

Another great project! I’m a little confused to why the pieces did not fit?

[@AroundtheHouse]

Dblood85 me too 🤣. I think that each area changes a bit as you put the boards in place. So if I’m off just a bit on the inside it creates a bigger difference on the edges. Honestly I’m not sure. I’ll try a few more and then hopefully have a better answer for you.

[@davidb2413]

You did a good job. With that much weight maybe you could try a French cleat. That size would fit 2 wall studs 16 inch on center, on the inside wall of your house. If you had added this from the start, you could have glue and screwed thru the back before installing the art part. It looks like the plywood and wood are both 3/4 inch thick, giving you 1 1/2 inches to work with. Should work with screws from the back, don't forget the glue. I have found that past mistakes are the best lessons learned for future projects.

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thats a great suggestion David. Thanks for the comment 😊

[@mosesgarcia8488]

This video was very helpful. Thank you.

[@AroundtheHouse]

Moses Garcia thank you so much for watching and for your feedback

[@pfiko]

Nice like your work... just wanted to enquire what would a piece like this cost to make and how much would you sell it for ?

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thank you. I honestly have no idea how much these would sell for. A lot of the wood wall art signs sell for about $100-$300 on Etsy depending on the details and hours it takes to make them. If you're looking to buy check Etsy, if you are wanting to sell them I would suggest looking into local Farmers Markets.

[@beth6342]

@@AroundtheHouse Actually quilt shows usually set up vendor malls and quilters would LOVE these.

[@pranaychandak3828]

Did you use oil paint?

[@rhea2410]

Love this idea! I would love to try this, but I don’t have a miter saw. Would I be able to do this with a hand saw?

[@AroundtheHouse]

Hi Rhea. You could totally do this with a handsaw. I’d suggest getting a miter box to make your cuts more accurate. It will take a lot of time but totally doable 😀

[@tahomyjo]

Wish you could find the time to do another video of this type of wall art

[@AroundtheHouse]

Tammy Palmer I just love these mosaics and I’ve found a better way to do them so I will for sure be doing more. Sadly I have a bunch of projects I need to finish up first. But I promise I’ll make you more. Also thank you so much for letting me know the videos you want to see more of. So helpful for me to know. 😊

[@tahomyjo]

@@AroundtheHouse OH goodie!!! I can't wait :) So hopefully by Oct you might get to another one...Would LOVE to do one for may Dear Mother as a Christmas gift. Thank you !

[@domthemom2270]

what is that blue? It's really nice and vibrant!

[@AroundtheHouse]

Sadly I forgot to write down the color and do t have it any more. I went to the hardware store, found a teal I liked, and bought a small sample size of it which is plenty for one of these signs. I’ll make sure to keep the paint names next time, so sorry.

[@tomrudd530]

there is a tool that will hold shorter pieces safely for the miter saw, just cant remember what its called....

[@marjansusic6966]

How much is the price?

[@AroundtheHouse]

Sorry I don’t sell my work. Thanks for asking

[@ralphrehart6809]

Add a French cleat on the back

[@AroundtheHouse]

Great idea Ralph, thanks for the comment as it helps others as well

[@agricopelorbenk7858]

Hello. Are all parts cut 45 degrees?

[@AroundtheHouse]

Yes 😊

[@ivoryrascal8952]

whats the cut angle

[@AroundtheHouse]

Sorry I should have noted this better. Its a 45 degree angle. 😀

[@waynedavis1443]

Try using 1/4" plywood or even 1/8" will reduce your weight significantly!

[@AroundtheHouse]

Great idea Wayne, thanks for the comment 😀

[@MyMomHadMe]

It would be hard to use the nail gun in such thin material eh?

[@hcwhitcher]

Balsa wood?

[@AroundtheHouse]

I just used pine but you could use balsa. 😊

[@PatelJagCanuck]

Great Job, congratulations....! ( music is nice but little loud, causing hard to hear your expert comments....!)

[@AroundtheHouse]

Noted!

[@bkwil6078]

Is your dog a Rhodesian Ridgeback

[@AroundtheHouse]

She’s a Viszla but I get asked if she’s a RR a lot. 😀

[@bkwil6078]

@@AroundtheHouse beautiful dog

[@maverickmaverick921]

Use cedar

[@AroundtheHouse]

The nice thing about these signs is you can use whatever kind of wood you like and give it a whole new look.

[@texasfossilguy]

dont use plywood as the backer board, use 1/8 or 1/4 inch wood, cut your slices to 1/8 to 1/2 inch, whatever is workable for you. then you are at 1/2 inch total thickness to 3/4 inch for the whole thing. Use a 1/4 inch rail in the back like cabinets do drilled directly into the studs. Cut the bottom side at a 45 degree (the one that attaches to the quilt wood art) with the receiving board on the wall drilled at the same angle and extend the frame behind the picture that extra 1/4 inch to hide this attachment and no worries about stability issues.

[@AroundtheHouse]

That’s a great idea. Thanks for the tip on the hanging method. That would be really strong and solid.

[@russellborrego1689]

Looks good! Using wood that is thinner would cut down on the weight. Half the thickness? would be half the weight. Or twice the size at the same half-thickness would be the same 15 pounds. Using 1/4 inch plywood or luan or underlayment wouldnt work great since you would see the sides of it anyway. But, all that defeats the purpose of putting scrap wood to good use.

[@AroundtheHouse]

Russell Borrego 1/4 “ plywood is a great idea. Thanks I think I’ll try that.

[@russellborrego1689]

@@AroundtheHouse, you're welcome. Happy to help. 😃

[@alexander1955-u3b]

Красиво получилось

[@lourdesmartins3060]

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[@michaelfitzgerald8253]

cool beans

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thanks

[@charliebenavides5825]

Use cedar.

[@AroundtheHouse]

The nice thing about these signs is you can use whatever kind of wood you like and give it a whole new look.