DIY Abstract Art on a Drop Cloth Canvas

Learn how to make DIY abstract art using a handmade drop cloth canvas! I’ll also show you how to build a custom frame. There are so many ways you could customize this to suit your style. I'm always looking for easy and inexpensive ways to make DIY room decor, and this is really simple!
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1×2 boards: (2) cut to 3 ft long each; (2) cut to 4 ft long each; (2) cut to 39″at longest ends, with beveled ends not parallel; and (2) cut to 50″ at longest ends, with beveled ends not parallel.
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[@aMoodWithaView]

This turned out beautifully! You have inspired me. If you want to get a tighter fit, start by stapling in the middle of one side, then put a staple in the middle of the opposite side. Then work your way out to the corners. When those two sides are done, repeat for the two remaining opposite sides. :)

[@ErinSpainDIY]

I will try that next time!

[@aMoodWithaView]

@@ErinSpainDIY Had to come back to tell you that I did this. I told you you inspired me! I haven't framed it yet but I love it, even unframed.

[@LK2972]

Really nice!!! Another way to help canvas tighten that has worked for me when my canvas has dents is to spray a bit of water on the back of it and when it dries it tends to shrink a bit. 🥰

[@kylepark176]

I’m def gonna try this! Omg cracking me up on the outtakes!! This girl knows how to cuss Lolll

[@artbyamra]

❤this is awesome. Thank you very much for that Video 😊

[@steve7015]

Did not see that coming.....build the frame, attach the canvass, create the art all in one seamless motion. Bravo! Looks amazing!

[@ErinSpainDIY]

Thank you!

[@AB-nu5we]

Using drop cloth canvas, great idea for an inexpensive project. Although it would be an added expense, if you do more of these, you might try experimenting with using (Acrylic) Gesso for your first layer. It will help stiffen up the canvas and provide a good backing for your paint. Nice job. 👌

[@ErinSpainDIY]

Maybe I’ll try that sometime! Thanks!

[@magnoliajoy]

Love it!!! You've inspired me! P.S. LOVE the outtakes at the end. The struggle is REAL!

[@ErinSpainDIY]

Thank you!

[@velandrea]

I would have placed the frame closer to the corner to only cut two sides of the drop cloth and save way more cloth, for more projects :) Also with less excess cloth but just enough I think it would have been easier to stretch it out and make it tighter. I’d add 1 or 2 more wood pieces crossing the middle of the frame as well. Gesso-ing it first is a great idea! Thanks for the video and beautiful inspiration! Plan on finally getting a miter saw and start making my own!

[@JuliesElements]

I love your outtakes! When I reorganize my apartment I sometimes get so annoyed... 😅 Good to see that someone else is feeling the same 😉😊🌸

[@ErinSpainDIY]

Haha glad you enjoyed!

[@jeffhardman73jh]

Awesome Erin! Thank you for including the outtakes, it’s a nice touch!

[@ErinSpainDIY]

Thank you!

[@tanyar2965]

Turned out amazing! It looks so professional and your own art peice.

[@ErinSpainDIY]

Thank you!

[@greengreen5286]

Loved the bloopers😂❤️.. great art work !! Can’t wait to try it out❤️

[@ErinSpainDIY]

Thank you!

[@DomoneeekM]

I love this .... I’ve been struggling to find art work I want and like for my home

[@ErinSpainDIY]

Thank you!

[@LifewithRogina]

Love this! Art work this size is so freaking expensive

[@ErinSpainDIY]

Thank you! Yes it can definitely be pricey!

[@ChicTiff]

You made this look so easy. I’m going to try it.

[@ErinSpainDIY]

Thank you!

[@Joymadeda26]

Love it ,so simple to make n it looks good

[@ErinSpainDIY]

Thank you!

[@fertility-coach]

So impressed

[@ErinSpainDIY]

Thank you!

[@kimberlydr9325]

How? This is so easy to make. Not impressive

[@artsforallinc.2715]

Try stapling in a north, south, east, west pattern to avoid sagging. Walk around and place one staple on each side at a time. When complete, smooth a glass of water over the canvas to shrink it and make it drum tight.

[@ErinSpainDIY]

Yes I’ve started stapling that way for the projects I’ve done since this one but I haven’t tried the water to shrink it. Interesting, I’ll give it a try!

[@tamarahenggeler4491]

Great idea!

[@ErinSpainDIY]

Thank you!

[@egonzy4473]

Love it!

[@ErinSpainDIY]

Thank you!

[@petercarter1107]

So cool!!

[@ErinSpainDIY]

Thank you!

[@tandanielle3875]

Looks great. I'm just curious why you would not just use regular art canvas? Was it because you were just trying to use what you had around the house? Very resourceful!

[@ErinSpainDIY]

Oversized art canvases can actually be pretty pricey. This allowed me to save money plus I wanted to build a custom frame.

[@tandanielle3875]

@@ErinSpainDIY Ah! Makes sense. I love it!

[@stephanielawley5787]

What kind of finish did the paint have? Does it matter? Eggshell, semigloss, etc.?

[@ErinSpainDIY]

It doesn’t really matter, just depends on how much sheen you want it to have. I used a mix of eggshell and satin since it’s what I had on hand. I didn’t want it to be super glossy so I usually stay away from high gloss, but some people want that aesthetic. Just personal preference.

[@lauriecrose8451]

Love this diy! So sorry that you stubbed your toe. Thanks for sharing the process. 😊

[@ErinSpainDIY]

Thank you, Laurie!

[@Ydnis.nedsma]

How much was this ? Is very pretty . Also what is your review on the saw machine ?

[@ErinSpainDIY]

Thanks! Not sure exactly since I used wood I already had on hand but the drop cloth was just a few dollars. I’ve had my miter saw for years and love it.

[@judileblanc8040]

There are some professional artists advising on how to stretch canvas on a stretcher (frame) here on KZbin, will solve those annoying wrinkle issues

[@ErinSpainDIY]

Yes I’ve also found (after making this video) that stretching from the middle first on each side and then doing corners has helped.

[@maggymoo9392]

Great job but a lot of waste! Why didn't you lay out the canvas at one end and measure from there?

[@ErinSpainDIY]

That would’ve made a difference of an approximately 3 inch strip of cloth, which you could do. I just wanted to make sure I had more than enough excess around the edge. Ultimately it didn’t create enough waste for it to make a difference shifting it over 3-4 inches or so.

[@jasonmassey7883]

What canvas is that..I bought some from Lowe's and it raveled too much

[@ErinSpainDIY]

It’s just a heavy duty drop cloth from Home Depot.

[@shallowphatgal]

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