Wood Wall Art for Beginners

I created this video to show how you can make an amazing piece of wood wall art for under $50 and with tools all beginning woodworkers should have. Hopefully this will inspire you to create your own for your home.
Tools:
Miter Saw
Brad Nailer
Reciprocating Saw (aka Skill Saw)
Materials:
Wood Glue - homedepot.sjv....
Glue Brush: amzn.to/2LsSSdK
1/2" sheet of plywood 2 ft x 4 ft - homedepot.sjv....
Wood lath - homedepot.sjv....
13 ft of 1x2 - homedepot.sjv....
Stain - amzn.to/2LA5iAn
Black Paint - homedepot.sjv....
White Paint - homedepot.sjv.... BUT if I had to do again I'd use homedepot.sjv....
Top coat - amzn.to/2ybDBuR
3/4" brads & 1" brads
Mounting hardware - homedepot.sjv....
My Miter Saw: amzn.to/2T5nIxb
Music:
Feel Good by MBB / mbbofficial
Creative Commons - Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported - CC BY-SA 3.0
creativecommons....
Music provided by Music for Creators • Feel Good - MBB
I am not an expert, just a regular woodworker, sharing my experiences with you.
Please note that if you purchase from the links I provided above I will receive a small commission from the company for suggesting them. This will not cost you anything but helps me to provide good contact to my viewers. Thank you in advance if you purchase.
Michelle

[@antahmad]

Dopeness. Low budget, high yield builds are so sexy. Great design.

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thanks 😊

[@yasmina120323]

This is a valuable addition to my woodwork collection kzbin.infoUgkxbnOKZBE4evMO5V2vroHeCjq6d_MV6wJO I still will rate this woodwork plan as the best in my reference library. It always seem to stand out from the rest whenever you go through the library. This is a masterpiece.

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thanks

[@Mnunlimitedllc]

Thank you for this and detailed descriptions

[@muhindipersly3722]

Great video on making wood wall art. You ladies are the best instructors! Thanks this video proves to be helpful.

[@cabinlife4590]

Very well done, thanks for sharing.

[@gikar1948]

The wall art you created looks so Native American to me, wonderful choose of designs. You do many things well explaining how the wall art goes together from the tools you use to the finishes you use. One of the best things you do is let people know that you learn from mistakes during a project and how to overcome them.

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thanks David, I agree, I think these signs have a Native American feel to them as well. 😀

[@dawnabbott3783]

Beginner here and want to try this… will have to try and make my new table saw and jig saw work for now.

[@keithgatewood5456]

Very nice work! I have been doing woodworking for over 30 years and thought I would view a few of these wood art videos to get some ideas. In addition to glue, pin nails/brads are an excellent way to insure the pieces do not come loose. Kudos to you for showing that you filled in the nails as all the other videos I watched either skipped this step or left the nails exposed.

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thanks so much for the nice words Keith 😊

[@aurimarmodesti3305]

Voce tem grandes facilidades neste trabalho. Parabens de Brasil

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thank you 😊

[@jjjrican3544]

Great job 🤘😎

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thanks ✌️

[@HeatherWrightArt]

I have just started trying my hand at wood barn Quilts and will shortly progress to bigger projects like this one. This was a great simple tutorial and it was nice to see you didn't edit out the bits of struggle along the way! Thanks for the great work and your piece turned out beautifully!

[@AroundtheHouse]

You’re welcome, have fun with your projects

[@rosefarr2748]

Love this!!

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thanks Rose

[@danielhanawalt4998]

Beautiful piece of wall art. Turned out fine with the white chalk paint. Little things like that are usually pretty easy to fix. Just a thought you might like to try some time is to leave gaps between some the boards and place some sort of light behind the piece. I've seen some these builds using color changing LED light strips. I liked those too. Yours is fine as is though. I'd be happy to have it on my wall.

[@Nagash0023]

Brasileiros e brasileiras que vêem esses vídeos sempre choram com o valor das mesmas ferramentas "low budget" aqui!

[@evafoessel2123]

Great video! Simple and clear instructions and I like how you left in the mistakes as well as showing how to fix them.

[@waltercatiller2826]

Thanks thanks for talking me thru it.. P.s. My son has been listening to self improvement books..and getting mentoring from prosperous folks in many ares of life.. You said earlier that the sheen choice was a bad decision.. don't say bad ..but say ..it wasn't the best decision.... ..thanks for showing how to correct it..I'm subscribing

[@jfred1924]

Soooo many design variations to make, soooo many colors to choose from, the sky is the limit. Turned out nice.... good job.

[@AroundtheHouse]

So true, thanks for the comment 😀

[@Mnunlimitedllc]

I want to understand the the guides and blades you are using for circular saw. 😊

[@franklangel1521]

Great Job, I'm looking forward to trying this out. I will probably start with a smaller one just to get the hang of it. Thank you so very much

[@AroundtheHouse]

Hope your build goes well. Starting smaller is always a good idea for a first build. That’s what I did too. 😊

[@arborstylestudio]

Cool, fantastic!)

[@robsandstrom9854]

Very nice...Appreciate you sharing efforts that don't const significant dollars.

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thanks Rob. Sometimes it's nice to have a fun project that doesn't break the bank huh? 🤣

[@robsandstrom9854]

Around the House That it is...

[@ZulfikarAbdulaziz]

Your work Inspired me 👍

[@AroundtheHouse]

That makes me so happy to hear, that is my main goal of this channel. 😊

[@rachidbensaid4665]

تحياتي لك من تطوان المغرب

[@albertconnor6680]

I'm a beginner and i love this what you did i want to try that i love it thank you.

[@AroundtheHouse]

You should definitely try it Albert and please let me know how it goes 😀

[@gilbertaldape6875]

Indeed, you are a Real Artist. Thank you for sharing with me, and many others. It is inspiring. God bless you!!!

[@AroundtheHouse]

You are so welcome 😊

[@briangarrett5116]

Looks amazing thanks for the info

[@AroundtheHouse]

Your welcome Brian, hope I've inspired you to build one too 😊

[@millermt54]

Nice work and great video.

[@jeremykoenig6671]

Where did you buy the lattice bundle?

[@AroundtheHouse]

I got it from Home Depot

[@katrinakendall9039]

Is there an app that I can download that will help me design the wood wall art?

[@AroundtheHouse]

Great question. I don’t know of any but maybe other viewers will comment if they know of one. I just look on Etsy or Pinterest for ideas

[@kenrose9417]

Any one could make one of these and creat their own personal design and color scheme! Great job!

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thanks Ken. Yes, this sign could definitely be customized in many ways, great point. 😀

[@benmiller6451]

So far the BESTEST channel for this art piece yet!! Great job!!😁😁😁

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thanks for the comment Benn 😊

[@jfinaz99]

Kewl... very nice results, thanks for sharing your talents with us.

[@AroundtheHouse]

You’re welcome 😊

[@SMF89]

Love.

[@karenahernandez989]

You make this look so easy and it turned out so beautiful ♥️ I really want to get started on projects like this!

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thanks Karena. You should totally make one. I'd love to see it when you're done. 😀

[@brandigovens8583]

You are a pro love it. Seems like alot of work i just would buy it instead wish I knew who makes and sell

[@AroundtheHouse]

I totally understand, I see a lot of these on Etsy if you're looking to buy one.

[@brandigovens8583]

Thank you

[@brandigovens8583]

They are pricey on Etsy it is better to diy it 😀

[@lucineasima2012]

Great job 👏

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thank you Lucinea 😀

[@aaronspain3387]

Great video. May I suggest, for the final cutting of the sign, to invest in some "bench dogs", and look at putting a system of peg holes in to your bench. A great way to easily clamp things to your workbench without using heaps of G clamps.

[@hrain6223]

This is a great video! Very helpful.... thank you for sharing ☺️

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thanks for watching! I'm working on a new one right now with a different design I'll share soon. 😊

[@nuriamorenomedina1892]

Hello. I love your job Could you tell me what is the mixture you use to cover holes. Thank you

[@AroundtheHouse]

I used Elmer's Probond Wood Filler. I wouldn't normally buy it by the gallon 🤣 but I bought it for painting our house and the painter bought something else. Then I just sand and paint over it. Not sure if I mentioned but I don't use it on the stained boards as it'll not look right.

[@Mnunlimitedllc]

Is there a tutorial on how you made the saw guide?

[@AroundtheHouse]

I unfortunately no. This wood isn’t the most high quality so I have to cut as I go or I find it doesn’t turn out. I bet if you used good wood with straight edges you could pre-cut them all.

[@Mnunlimitedllc]

@@AroundtheHouse Thank you

[@paulettewilliams6492]

What an inspiration you are! Your instructions, voice tone and guide to tools was so very helpful. NEW SUBSCRIBER and will be back for much more! Thank you!

[@sheilaegeland]

beautiful piece thank you for sharing. I'm a beginner, hoping to try my first wall piece . this is so gorgeous. I like it so much. your tutorial was full of information. being a beginner, I could follow along.

[@AMINDSETRESET]

Looks fantastic. Thanks for sharing.

[@vivianemattos6142]

So beautiful!!!!!! Love it!!! Thanks for sharing!!!

[@sarahknight2586]

Beautiful, looks great , you did a wonderful job!!!

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thanks so much Sarah 😊

[@boogiegranite]

Good job

[@dawid7722]

Jak zawsze kreatywnie👌. Pozdrawiam.

[@AroundtheHouse]

Dziękuję Ci 😀

[@dar-1111]

Muchas gracias!!🌌💜☄🤗

[@rikenpatel1989]

Very amazing piece of art .... you are really talented and creative ... may God bless you forever 🙏🏼👍🏼

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thank for the thoughtful comment Riken. 😀

[@rikenpatel1989]

Around the House welcome 😃👍🏼

[@leftyswoodshop2965]

Great video! Thanks for the breakdown of steps. It’s really helpful! 👍🏻 Leftyswoodshop

[@AroundtheHouse]

Very welcome, thanks for the comment Kevin 😊

[@dancs5414]

Gorgeous. And the artwork also.

[@AroundtheHouse]

Awe, thanks Daniel 😁

[@solidsnake1826]

Do you need to use a Brad nailer? Or can you hammer the nails in?

[@Azurko]

I would recommend using a tact cloth to clean up the dust instead of scrubbing & water next time :) Very cool project

[@VINTERIUM..EXPLORIUM.1]

This is art!!

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thank you Mirko 😊

[@msdpomade1270]

I love it and i have in may store

[@brittsibert5329]

I am going to try and attempt this today 😊

[@AroundtheHouse]

Yay! How did it go Britt? You'll have to send me a pic when you're done. Let me know if you have any questions along the way. 😀

[@drakewilliams10dw]

This is great work. Thank you for sharing this.

[@AroundtheHouse]

My pleasure! 😊

[@dabruscar]

Marvelous work

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thanks Tim 😀

[@_moayadmadfaa3694]

Very nice 👍 ❤

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thank you 😀

[@tomcarusone4079]

Very cool project! I might suggest you use a pin nailer rather than your Brad nailer, the hole is so small you really don’t even need to fill it

[@AroundtheHouse]

I think that’s a great tip Tom. Thanks so much for the comment

[@luisstanker1491]

Wonderful work, 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thanks Luis 😀

[@engrWajih]

Where do you sell it?

[@AroundtheHouse]

Sadly I don’t sell my work, I just try to show others how to make things on KZbin.

[@hocineboughali]

Great art work. The mural frame, if I had a 45-degree angle, it would have been nice for success

[@AroundtheHouse]

45’s on the frame would be a great look. 😀

[@junea3259]

Fantastic ! but i would not bother with the brad nails on top. its the glue that holds it in place.

[@AroundtheHouse]

Good tip!

[@radhikajoshi727]

What color have u used?

[@AroundtheHouse]

I listed all the paint and stain colors in the video details. Please let me know if you have any other questions and I'm happy to help 😊

[@MadhuriGuptawhousesthisanyway]

How do you attach the metal French cleat to the back of this piece ?

[@AroundtheHouse]

I use screws, but just make sure they aren't to thick or they will go through the sign.

[@kates2395]

Is this piece for sale?

[@Jeff_Eats_Local]

Great job! Looks fantastic!

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thank you 😀

[@emorygilbert2466]

I would love to have a drawing of that project with dimensions. Beautiful

[@marie-claudelavoie7382]

Me too

[@emorygilbert2466]

@@marie-claudelavoie7382 I figured it out and made one. Easy. Thank you.

[@ShivamSharma-sx2lq]

What should be the sizes if I have to make it for 2ft length and 1ft width

[@AroundtheHouse]

Hi Shivam. The nice thing about these signs are that you can make them any size. So you could totally make one 2x1 ft. Just play with the design a bit and see what pattern you can fit in and what look you like best.

[@uguruzun2536]

Perfect 👏👏👏

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thank you! 😃

[@kylieford2977]

Where did you purchase lattice wood? At my hardware stores they only have pressure treated premade lattice privacy screens!

[@AroundtheHouse]

I get mine from Home Depot. Here's the link, maybe you can order it online or do in store pick-up homedepot.sjv.io/2vyKA

[@pjs-1287]

Very nice but I have to ask I am an admin Woodworker why did you use brads the glue would’ve been sufficient not to mention eliminated your problem. Thanks

[@AroundtheHouse]

That's a great question. I'd agree with you, glue should probably be enough but if it's a big wall piece or if I'm selling it I use the brads to make sure it's on good and tight for my peace of mind. 😀

[@fernandofuschini2543]

Hey, you inspired me, to start making these works of art. And one more subscriber, too.

[@AroundtheHouse]

Yay, thanks for the comment Fernando. Happy building 😀

[@creativelycrystal7729]

What size and style Is the board underneath.?

[@AroundtheHouse]

Great question Crystal. I just updated my description on this video with all the materials I used. I used a 2 ft x 4 ft sheet of 1/2” plywood. Please let me know if you have any more questions. Happy building 😀

[@stumorrison27]

THIS TURNED OUT SO PRETTY!!!! (I DON'T KNOW WHAT I'M YELLING ABOUT)

[@AroundtheHouse]

🤣 thank you

[@SimplySam23]

I know they were cut at 45° but do you have the measurements? I dont have a saw and know home depot has a station to cut things or they will cut it for you. What are the different lengths you recommend cutting them?

[@AroundtheHouse]

Hi Samantha, I'll try to get some measurements and list them on the blog soon.

[@lindseywells969]

@@AroundtheHouse Where can you get a bundle of lattice? Or what is a great substitution wood?

[@emilybeard5771]

Where can I find your blog? I see that they are all cut to 45• but wanted to know the measurements to cut each piece to make the design. Thanks

[@kristendavis2512]

I would love to have this information as well I don't have a saw I am wanting one badly what do you suggest again? It's hard to get those kind of information and it's very kind that you offer to help others be able to succeed and their work as well. You're amazing!

[@celesteelijah2515]

Beautiful-- looks perfect to me.

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thank you 😀

[@sergio73035]

woodworking plan antique woodworking project kids .

[@erickdanielsson6710]

Nice Work... If you used a pin nailer (< $30.00 Harbor Freight) you wouldn't have any visible nail holes.

[@Barcadri88]

What are the dimensions of the boards?

[@stloveufir2071]

Thank you so much

[@AroundtheHouse]

You're welcome 😀

[@alexbald12]

That DeWalt saw you got there cost well over $200... But yes, a miter saw is invaluable!

[@stephanniehennessey4684]

Do you have the Home Depot link for the $15 lattice? The Amazon one you provided is quite different. Thanks!

[@AroundtheHouse]

Hi Stephannie, here is the link: homedepot.sjv.io/2vyKA also I believe it's around $30, I forgot that since I get 2 + projects out of a bundle I figure that wood is $15 per project. Hope that makes since, sorry for the confusion. Good luck on the build 😊

[@stephanniehennessey4684]

Around the House Thanks, doll!

[@msdpomade1270]

Nice miss. Theres instagaram or no

[@AroundtheHouse]

Yes, I have an instagram as well it's around_the_house1 😊

[@msdpomade1270]

@@AroundtheHouse thanks i follow

[@Colt.Stines]

I’m currently working on this same exact project but you’re going to need more than 13 ft of 1x2 wood

[@AroundtheHouse]

That’s fun, hope your build goes great. 😊

[@hachatur78]

🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@توفيشيران]

🥰💯👍👍

[@mohammadneimatneimat1794]

Your miter saw is 1000 usd new, I don't know for used one how much you can get it but definitely not a lot cheaper

[@paul.mcguinness6075]

I've posted similar items on Etsy for two+ years and not one sale. Hmm. I gave up on these.

[@texasfossilguy]

you dont need to use such expensive plywood. You could use 1/2 inch unsanded since its hanging on a wall to reduce weight and cost.

[@AroundtheHouse]

Good call Tyler, you’re totally right.

[@mickey-qu7tk]

Oli made a head board like that for free with leftovers from work

[@AroundtheHouse]

I bet that looks so good. A piece of art for your bedroom, great idea.

[@jamesross6485]

buy yourself a pin nailer usally go in unnoticed

[@AroundtheHouse]

Great tip James, thanks

[@xyshomavazax]

Great video, but if I can offer a critique, please change up the music every so often. A lot of people use the same stick music, and it gets annoying repeating so much.

[@AroundtheHouse]

I appreciate the feedback. It's really helpful.

[@VersaVoicePodcast]

Wow you are a super woman.

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thank you 😊

[@declankelly9579]

A mitre saw and a brad nailer are not tools all beginners have. This is the first video I have seen for beginners that say you must have a mitre saw and brad nailer to start. Lovely art work thou.

[@AroundtheHouse]

If you aren't comfortable with power tools yet you could always use a miter box and saw for the cuts and a hammer and nails. If you're serious about getting into woodworking though I would recommend looking into the miter saw as it is used for most woodworking projects. Just a way to cut down your wood and get accurate cuts.

[@declankelly9579]

@@AroundtheHouse thank you for the advise

[@PursuitOfContent]

$100 miter saw?? Mine was almost $400 for a dewalt

[@robb4751]

The only problem I see with what you are doing here is that track saw set up you have. You cannot hold your saw straight and you are gonna have uneven edges. Try putting your saw on the wood that you are cutting.

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thanks Rob

[@pfiko]

Under 50$ !!!!... here In AUstralia to buy tht much wood I would have to auction my kidneys ...btw love your work .. shame your married 🙃

[@AroundtheHouse]

I have a big collection of firring strips that I keep on hand! 🤣. Not sure what they would cost me now. maybe I should have an auction! Thanks for commenting!!

[@pfiko]

@@AroundtheHouse well In that case I will surely show up at your auction with my kidneys 😄😄😄

[@vangiegwinn5998]

Wood working for beginners?. I’m not trying to be sarcastic and your work is excellent....but excuse me I don’t have that wood cutting machine, nor the space. His is more appropriate for experienced wood workers

[@AroundtheHouse]

Thanks for the feedback Vangie