DIY Produce Stand
Posted by DecoArt on May 30th 2019
Stand out at the farmer's market or add function to home décor with this stand made with Americana® Decor Chalky Finish™.
SUPPLIES
- sandpaper
- tape measure
- 2" flat brush
- power saw
- t-square ruler
- screws
- scrap wood
- drill and drill bits
- crates
- metal brackets
- pencil
- vinyl stencil & transfer paper
INSTRUCTIONS
- Cut two pieces of scrap wood 47" long.
- Measure the crates and cut another piece of scrap wood about 8" longer than the crate width.
- Position crates evenly on the lower portion of the 47" piece of wood, spacing them about 12" apart. Use a t-square to make sure they are all at the same angle.
- Line up the 47" pieces to make sure they match on each side.
- Pre-drill holes and insert the screws.
- Using metal brackets, attach the top sign to the stand.
- Once everything is assembled, remove all screws and set the screws aside. Mark crates with a pencil so you know where they fit.
- Paint the bottom crate in Smitten. Let dry.
- Paint the middle crate and sign in Refreshing. Let dry.
- Paint the top crate with Inheritance. Let dry.
- Paint the 47" wooden pieces in Yesteryear. Let dry.
- Create a vinyl stencil of "Grocery" wording from the provided pattern. Apply the vinyl stencil to the sign and paint in the wording using Relic.
- Remove the vinyl and let dry completely.
- Distress the wood as desired using sandpaper or an orbital sander.
- Re-attach the crates using the pre-drilled holes.
- Attach the "GROCERY" sign using metal brackets.
- Fill with favorite fruits and enjoy healthy snacking.