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EASY DIY Pallet Art

March 27, 2016 By Meegan 14 Comments

Thanks for joining me as I show you how to create your own EASY DIY Pallet Art.

DIY Pallet Art. Looks really easy. I need to try it soon.

I have seen pallet art all over online stores. BUT paying $50-100 wasn’t in my budget. Ummm…no thanks. I KNEW I could create my own.

I have a friend that is helping build a local hospital. He was more than glad to bring me a few pallets. He brought me 4 HUGE pallets. I think I can probably get at least 3 more projects out of them. Yay!

As I have mentioned before, we live in a tiny condo. This does limit my working space for all the projects I have swirling around in my brain.

How to glue wood together with out a vice.

I ran down to Harbor Freight and bought a hand saw. I couldn’t believe how giddy I was over a saw.

I got right to work and cut 3 pieces of wood from my pallet. Each piece was JUST about the same length and width, but not perfect. I like perfectly imperfect.

To attach the pieces together I used wood glue. SUPER easy. I used duct tape to keep them close together, since I don’t have a vice. (I guess that is next on my list, right?)

Creating Pallet Art

It didn’t take long for the wood to adhere and dry. I was then ready to being painting. Using Lamp White from Fusion Mineral Paint I dry brushed the paint on the rough pallet. You can see that I left some the of wood showing. I like how the texture of the wood adds character, don’t you?

Using a plate and pencil I drew a circle.

Simple Pallet Art

I thought it would be fun to create a free-hand wreath. I used a fine point paint brush and started to make small and large leaves. Both inside and outside of the circle.

How To Paint a Wreath on a Pallet. SO easy!

Simple wreath Art on a pallet. SO easy to create.

For added color, I made VERY simple flowers.

Pallet Art the Easy Way

I told you it was EASY DIY Pallet Art, right?

EASY DIY Pallet Art. You could make this yourself without power tools.

Easy DIY Pallet Art.

I like the nails still in the wood of my EASY DIY Pallet Art. I think that it adds to the character of the piece. Again, perfectly imperfect.

How To Make Your Own DIY Pallet Art. I can't wait to try it.

Pallet Art the Easy Way

What will YOU create for your own EASY DIY Pallet Art?

You don’t have to own power tools or have a large working area to create a piece of furniture, art or use your imagination. Don’t get me wrong, I would LOVE to have a large working space with power tools. But for now I will improvise and continue to use my creativity.

Before you leave don’t forget to visit ALL of the pallet projects created by my blogging friends. You will be inspired by each project.

Thanks for stopping by today. I love to read your comments and hear your thoughts.

Meegan

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Filed Under: DIY Tagged With: crafting, crafts, DIY, home, Home decor, Spring, vintage

Comments

  1. Tammy says

    March 27, 2016 at 9:24 PM

    Very cute Meegan!!! Love the colors!!!

    Reply
  2. Lindsay Eidahl says

    March 28, 2016 at 5:21 AM

    So pretty and perfect for spring!

    Reply
  3. Kendra says

    March 28, 2016 at 5:45 AM

    I love this Meegan! So cute and I love the colors! This is going on my project to-do list :)

    Reply
    • Meegan says

      March 29, 2016 at 10:26 AM

      I really appreciate your comments. You made my day,

      Reply
  4. Jes says

    March 28, 2016 at 8:54 AM

    Love the colors you chose!

    Reply
    • Meegan says

      March 29, 2016 at 10:25 AM

      Thanks so much, Jes xoxo

      Reply
  5. Anika says

    March 28, 2016 at 10:27 PM

    This is so beautiful! I love it! I have a wall that needs something… this would be a perfect idea for it.

    Reply
    • Meegan says

      March 29, 2016 at 10:25 AM

      Thank you! I am glad you visited my blog :)

      Reply
  6. gail says

    March 29, 2016 at 6:53 PM

    Meegan

    Your pallet artwork is so simple and so beautiful!

    a handsaw? I’m impressed! With a bad shoulder, I would never be able to use a handsaw.

    pinning!
    gail

    Reply
  7. Sam @ Raggedy Bits says

    March 29, 2016 at 8:02 PM

    WOW so pretty and love the re purpose of using up a pallet! The colours are just yummy! :-)

    Reply
  8. Marsha Blog says

    March 30, 2016 at 5:59 AM

    Fantastic! I really love your ideas. You know, I’m not as skilful as you but I will try it :D

    Reply
  9. Tara @ Lehman lane says

    March 31, 2016 at 8:31 AM

    Such a pretty pallet sign and perfect for Spring Meegan! Pinning:). Have a good week and take care, Tara

    Reply
  10. michele@hellolovely says

    April 1, 2016 at 12:34 PM

    lovely work, and i am partial to the peely shutter behind the art! hope you can visit me at my blog (hellolovelystudio.com) when you have a moment. peace to you right where you are. ~michele

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  11. Al says

    April 1, 2016 at 2:44 PM

    It’s lovely. I really enjoy that you kept the rustic look of the pallet wood and left the old nails in. Also, I don’t know if it’s just me but now that you have the affiliate link image at the top of your page, that’s what shows as the thumbnail for each of your posts in bloglovin. It makes me sad because I don’t get a sneak peak of your post.

    Reply

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