Sunday, December 19, 2010

DIY - Pottery Barn Framed Corkboard Knockoff

As part of my master bedroom makeover, I wanted a framed corkboard. My inspiration was this one from Pottery Barn. The price tag for this baby is $149. Um...I don't think so.


With 40% off coupon in hand I headed to Hobby Lobby where I purchased a corkboard for $8. Judd used his staple gun to cover the front with burlap. I like the look of burlap much more than cork - especially for a bedroom.


Next, I spray painted composite chair rail (less than $6 for a 10 ft. section at Lowe's) with Valspar's Oil Rubbed Bronze metallic spray.



Judd used his miter box and saw to cut the chair rail into four sections with mitered corners. He drilled pilot holes in the edges of the corners, then used finished nails to attach the corners together. Finally, he used Liquid Nails to attach the frame to the burlap-covered corkboard. Total cost: $21.

Here is the finished project. I hung my jewelry from the jeweled push pins I created last week. I found some lovely branches in the woods across from my house and placed them in a vase. I hung more necklaces and earrings on the branches. I couldn't be happier with how this project turned out.



10 comments:

  1. This looks beautiful, Jennifer! I really like the look of the burlap. And the jewelry hanging from the branches, so fun! It seems that Judd is very helpful with your projects, that's great. My next stop, your post showing of the bedroom makeover...can't wait to see it!

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  2. The branches are my favorite part of your makeover!

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  3. Lovely! I love finding ways to DIY pretty things. Enjoy your new bedroom.

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  4. I really like t his! Especially when you bring the outdoors in!

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  5. Love the rustic look, and the fact that you totally hacked PB! Will you share this on my new linky party Friday? http://www.lovelycraftyhome.com

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  6. Hi, I found your blog at My Romatic Home. I love your burlap covered corkboard, too cute! I would like to invite you to post this over at my new link party, Masterpiece Monday, at my blog, Boogieboard Cottage. The link is already up. I hope you can join the party!

    Happy New Year,
    Mary

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  7. Thank you for participating in the very first Masterpiece Monday! I hope you'll come back again, it was fun having you share! Take care, Mary

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  8. Love this idea! Great PB knock-off! The branches look perfect paired with it! Nice work!

    Blessings,
    ~Michelle

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  9. Thanks so much for linking up! Hope to see you again!

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  10. Yours turned out great - better than the original!

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