DIY Rustic Clipboards

I have always loved the look of displaying photos or small art with clipboards. Rachel always has a few scattered here and there in her home and it's super cute. You could customize store bought clipboards by painting them or adding to them in some way. But one day last week it dawned on me, why not make your own using found wood? And so, I did.First I needed to find some boards that would work as the base of the clipboards. I had this really rustic looking black board that I cut (using a saw) into three pieces the size of a standard clipboard. I purchased some clipboard hardware from Amazon.And then I attached the hardware on to the boards by marking where my screws needed to go, drilling a pilot hole and then screwing on the clips. Once I had the supplies this entire project took less than fifteen minutes.I'm currently doing a little painting in my living room, but as soon as that's completed I can't wait to display these in my home! Use whatever kind of wood base that fits your aesthetic and have fun making your own easy art display. :) xo. Emma

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I like the idea of using found wood, you could find some really cool shapes!

Posted by: Rachel | January 26, 2013 at 10:05 AM

Why have I never thought about making my own clip boards? It seems like such a simple idea. I love it! I also really like the juxtaposition of the found wood + new metal hardware. Big fan.

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Posted by: allison | January 26, 2013 at 10:05 AM

So simple and it looks so lovely! To be honest I bought some plain clipboards the other day, but these look much nicer!

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Posted by: Lara | January 26, 2013 at 10:22 AM

Thank, so inspiration. Great weekend.

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Posted by: Denisa | January 26, 2013 at 10:22 AM

I love the idea of using old wood. I made a clipboard wall to hang art, notes and pretty things in my room and I love always changing it out (http://www.alwaysrooney.com/2012/11/clipboard-wall-simple-changes.html)

Great job:)
-Courtney

Posted by: Courtney Kennedy | January 26, 2013 at 10:32 AM

That's is such a neat idea!

xo, Rachel

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Posted by: Rachel Nicole | January 26, 2013 at 10:38 AM

These would be so perfect in my studio! And in the kitchen to hold up recipes while I'm cooking. What a sweet and fun idea to display things :)

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Posted by: Charlie Cécile | January 26, 2013 at 10:39 AM

This is such a creative idea! Absolutely love it!

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Posted by: Sonia | January 26, 2013 at 10:40 AM