How to DIY Build a Cornice Board - HIP Chicks Part 1

[@kp8174]

I love the way you explain how to complete the projects. You make it easy to understand. Thank you.

[@WaffleStaffel]

The editing is hilarious, I love the part where you go to answer the phone. I'm modifying my mother's cornice boards. I've been calling them "valances" this whole time. They've already been recovered once, and somehow in the interim a mouse managed to make it's home in one.

[@pattyray8784]

Thanks for this. I have all kinds of saws and it's just so easy to whip out the jig, anchor a straightedge and do it. Once you get the fabric over it the edges won't be noticeable. Great job and thanks for the measurements and hardware bits.

[@DIYHIPChicks]

THanks I have a new detailed tutorial on cornice boards coming to UDEMY- online classroom in the next few weeks

[@DIYHIPChicks]

I used a white pine board - 1 inch thick and 10 inches wide. For the length, take your window width from the outside edge of molding to other outside edge of molding and add 3inches (allows for 1.5 in overhang on each side). You will need 2 small pieces each 3.5 wide for sides. The top is covered in a 1X4 pine board (measure more like 1x 3.5 in). I hope that helps answer your ?

[@yoyodyne33]

My wife said I could do these. I wasn't so sure, but you've got me motivated!

[@DIYHIPChicks]

Love hearing that. LMK if you have any questions

[@yoyodyne33]

DIYHIPChicks Any alternative ideas for hanging besides L-brackets? I got my boxes done today, but I'd like to get any more ideas before I start putting holes in the wall :)

[@DIYHIPChicks]

You could attache a ledger board to the wall and screw the cornice to it from above or below. But Industry standard install uses L brackets. It is very easy. You should be able ot grab a stud around the window frame. If just miss one, be sure to use a decent anchor

[@yoyodyne33]

I gave up today out of frustration. The boxes took so long to make (5 of them) and I was horrible at cutting and putting them together. I made a trip to Jo-Anne today and got the batting and fabric. I was able to get 2 of them done, but my lack of skill showed with the finished product. No way I'm going to hang them. I gave it a shot :) Thank you very much for the help.

[@DIYHIPChicks]

***** Nooooo. If you want to keep trying happy to chat via phone and help you trouble shoot. you can contact me via my website!

[@janetmitchell683]

Harry here is a good video

[@MichelMawon4982]

You're really good at explaining

[@DIYHIPChicks]

Home Depot and Lowes have them. Stanley brand makes most of them. You may find them in other small hardawre stores too. TY for watching

[@DIYHIPChicks]

Simple common pine boards will do. Just be sure the are flat- not warped. Under $15 for avg window. Good luck

[@matildadompreh461]

Hello and thanks for your guide, which has enabled me to successfully build my own. I want to know how would you go about pricing them for would be customers.

[@egorbiletskiy2950]

My works too. Used Avasva handbooks and build it with no problems.

[@femoravans3520]

I would love to try this. This video I think is over-simplified. Could you do a more detail video? It would be nice to see how you actually cut the wood. Thank you.

[@DIYHIPChicks]

Hi Femi. I will have to add to my list of videos to make. Lots of projects so little time. I have my hands full trying to make free content ;)

[@kestramjoe5964]

As read in some other comments, I also recommend taking a look at Woody Hyezmar’s Woodworking Bible. Last time I saw he was still looking for proof readers!

[@DIYHIPChicks]

If you want a taller cornice board, buy a 1 x 12 board. You can make even taller ones by using attaching two boards together with mending plates on front and back side (batting will cover them). Have fun

[@catofalltrades3428]

Thank you. This was so helpful

[@Som-Hanoolaato]

Thanks for sharing.

[@matildadompreh461]

Hi if you are doing this as an order for a customer, how do you price it...tnx

[@TheKyaussie]

I went to lowes and they cut all the pieces for me : FREE OF CHARGE

[@sana2278]

what size wood did u use for the cornice board?

[@joydodd8716]

I love it THX

[@mmmmm750]

You can get a book to make it sq. to save money. please buy a jig saw for only $ 15 or so cutting with a regular saw is a pain you can get one at mernards or a place like that. plus you can use it some place else.

[@tishhopkins2575]

?? I didnt seem to hear in the video once it is made how do you hang it on the wall-- ? thanks

[@1116451454]

could I ask, what kind of wood did you use and also how long the wood piece should be LXWXH

[@DIYHIPChicks]

HI I use inexpensive common pine boards. I generally make the cornice board 12in high and width and depth vary based on window. I make cornice 5 in wider than window frame and depth or projection of 3-4 inches. Depth varies by adding panels under it. Hope that helps

[@mmmmm750]

i forgot to say put the book on the edge of the wood then make your line.

[@sana2278]

for both size on front wood and side wood please reply back thank u.

[@maxjibril3027]

tnx your idea I like it

[@DIYHIPChicks]

Thanks for pointing that out. So happy you made one. Can you send me pictures??? through my website contact tab. I would love to see it

[@josefelipeperez986]

reality that is a simple way to build a cornice but not the right to build it, that sounds like a home mother imagining how do it not bad but not the precise professional way

[@DIYHIPChicks]

+Jose Felipe Perez Jose Yes it is a simple way to build it. THis video is 3 yrs old. Basics still apply. I could show a more complicated and proper way to do it. But this fits need of many homeowners with limited skills and tools. When I make then more clients, it is more precise. Would love to hear your tips to share with viewers ;)

[@eddiegregson19]

Hip chicks part 2

[@GG-yn6jw]

The wood pieces looks so heavy

[@DIYHIPChicks]

It is a bit heavy. You could use plywood for lighter weight but it requires more carpentry skill

[@sierragreen]

I erroneously call squares “t-squares” as well, LOL.

[@bobjohnson7301]

show me a Cormier

[@romanaangersbach1176]

You can make it yourself, just loook and learn from woodprix.

[@jackuleen9960]

I subbed you're to cute not to ! Thank u ❤😊

[@starrstewart7083]

If you want you can learn from woodprix scripts how to make it yourself.

[@dennisharold5030]

This time I'll use woodprix instructions to make it easy with my own hands.

[@hammondmiers3789]

woodprix is full of awesome tips. Very helpful to me. Thanks

[@darnellsprmla47]

I did it with Stodoys.

Hi fellows. I think you need to take some time and take a fast tour on woodprix website to learn how to make it.

[@eddiegregson19]

How to cover a cornice board part 2 hip chicks

[@BrigitteGoodman]

A jigsaw is NOT the BEST tool to cut this wood. A circular saw is. But you can use a jigsaw as well if you use a guide next to it made of a piece of wood clamped to the board the width of the jigsaw plate. Do not attempt to saw it freehand, it will look terrible and crude.

[@DIYHIPChicks]

I agree with you but in 3 yrs of teaching DIY skills to women I find many are very intimidated by the circular saw or table saw. Jigsaw seems to less scary, hence why I suggested it. Keeping straight lines can be tricky.

[@BrigitteGoodman]

yes, I guess, the mentioning of a guide made of wood would help. There is small circular saws on the market which work like an angle grinder but with a saw blade. maybe that would do the trick.

[@karyldebolouw74]

You can use woodprix instructions to build it in the cheapest way.

[@figueredoruley8050]

This time I will do it manually with the help of Woodglut designs.

[@aleidabianchi1434]

Woodglut has a lot of plans to choose from.

[@noemvalen3316]

That wood could be less heavy? Looks like to much weight.

[@DIYHIPChicks]

+Noem Valen Yes there are other options for making them. I have made them this way for years and never had an issue with weight. If you use proper anchors and brackets there will be no issue. Thanks for sharing your perspective

[@Argyll9846]

LMAO

[@starrstewart7083]

Good to see that the woodprix has new instructions to save my money and energy to build it.

[@matthewlavergne5610]

You can learn more about it on woodprix website I think.

[@rogermaris5]

this is how communism works

[@waitersluvhjy66]

I bought instructions from WoodPrix and I builded it very very cheap.

[@riosmoodie5763]

I think you need to take some time and go to WoodPrix website to learn how to make it.

[@shantelleadeline6053]

Love your project. I made similar with WoodPrix instructions.