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DIY Wood Photo Block

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Have you got a garage full of wood scraps like I do?  My lumber bin is full of them and I’m always looking for quick and easy projects that can use up some of those scraps.  This DIY wood photo block project is perfect!  It’s so simple to make, requires only basic power tools, and it’s a really cute way to display your favorite photos!

DIY wood photo block

To make these wood photo blocks, you’ll need pieces of 2×4 cut to varied heights {I cut mine about four inches high and six inches high}, paint in colors of your choice, and coordinating adhesive vinyl.

supplies for DIY scrap wood photo block

Sand the blocks down to get rid of rough edges then, using a table saw set to about a half inch height, cut a slot in the top of each block.

how to make a wood photo block

Paint the blocks as desired.  I taped off part of the blocks and painted them in a color block style but you could paint them completely, stain them, dye them, or leave them in the natural state.

color blocked wood photo holder

Using a cutting machine, cut cute words or phrases from adhesive vinyl and adhere the text to the front of the blocks.  If you plan to set the photo blocks together, a mix of fonts gives a fun look.

vinyl words on wood photo block

Place your favorite photos into the slots on top of the blocks …

photo in wood block photo holder

… and set them in your favorite room.

vinyl embellished wood photo block

These photo blocks make it so easy to change photos whenever you want so you can update for different seasons of time or seasons of life.  Make them to match your room decor and add different phrases to suit your style!

scrap wood photo blocks

For more fun ways to use pieces of scrap wood, check out these simple minimalistic Scandinavian style candlesticks …

scandinavian style candles

… DIY rustic wooden trays with scrap leather handles …

DIY rustic wooden tray with leather handles

… and colorful paint dipped wood block vases!

paint dipped wood block vases


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About Randi Dukes

I’m Randi, a Dallas-based mom of five kids, ranging from third grade to college and including a set of twins. I love strong coffee, craft and DIY projects, my planner, and my big ol’ family. When I’m not creating something for my blog, I can be found in the car, running kids from one place to another. I’m the one knitting at the red light. Connect with me on google+ | twitter | facebook

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  1. Joyce @ My Stay At Home Adventures says

    January 31, 2017 at 4:06 pm

    This is a great idea and something my kids and I would love to do. Pinning for later and thank you.

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