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Driftwood Frames

Over the weekend we finished a few driftwood frames! We had extra wood from the herringbone coffee table, and David was willing to mill a little more wood (he’s a saint, right?), so we decided to cover a few Ikea Ribba frames that we had laying around.

I love how they turned out!

First, we removed the glass and lightly sanded the frame. Using the miter saw, we started in the corner, cutting it at a 45. Put a little wood glue on the back and placed. Then we repeated, using straight cuts for the center.

and clamped in place until the glue set.

and that’s it!

I decided to leave the inside edge of the frame black to contrast the white mat, but a fun pop of color would look great too!

Using an existing frame made a great foundation so that the frame was sturdy. 

Don’t want to mill your own driftwood? Why not?? Just kidding 🙂 a large quantity, is A LOT of work!

Try using thin hobby board from Home Depot. Poplar has a variety of wood grain, so it could give a similar effect.

Or stop by Target and check out the Threshold wooden frame, love the variety of wood! 

I love our new custom frames! We have a few more to make that we’ll be selling, if you’re interested, check back in a little.

and a few project updates:

I have one more driftwood project to share – we are officially out of driftwood, so this is it, no more milling our own wood, David thanks me 🙂

Dyeing the Eames chair is also almost done – it was a little more complex than anticipated (it always is, right?) Fingers crossed that it turns out! Look for a post with my process soon!

Finally, my posting has been a little off schedule since we’re taking care of moving stuff, but hopefully I’ll be back to normal in the next month or so. Thanks SO much for sticking with me! 🙂 You’re the best!

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  1. Erin O'Farrell says

    September 10, 2013 at 11:34 pm

    Those look great! I love the idea of a pop of colour along the inside edge– maybe neon? Or gold… Or mint… Mmmmm.

    Reply
  2. Amy@TheBlissfulBee says

    September 11, 2013 at 12:06 am

    These are beautiful!!!

    xo, amy

    Reply
  3. Cassie @ Primitive & Proper says

    September 11, 2013 at 12:38 am

    these are amazing- i saw them on instagram and was drooling! 🙂

    Reply
  4. Jennifer@The Chronicles of Home says

    September 11, 2013 at 1:03 am

    Why would anyone NOT want to mill their own driftwood?? 😉 Love the look, kind of reminds me of the natural wood frames in the Threshold line right now (which I love!). I like the BW photos next to your BW abstract too.

    Reply
  5. Adrianna says

    September 11, 2013 at 3:38 am

    I would love to buy some! Seriously those are beautiful. Do you ever do wrong when it comes to design and taste? Spongebobred@hotmail.com

    Reply
  6. Gwen, The Makerista says

    September 11, 2013 at 3:43 am

    you have way more patience and math skills then me. 🙂 these look really great!

    Reply
  7. Jeanna Sanchez says

    September 11, 2013 at 5:29 am

    Hi Sarah,
    These are Gorgeous! Just curious, how much are you asking for them? I would love to buy them! These would be great x-mas gifts for my girlfriends! jeanna77713@gmail.com

    Reply
  8. Kayla Dixon says

    September 11, 2013 at 5:39 am

    These looks so beautiful! Milling woodwork sounds like a lot of work!

    Blessings,
    Kayla
    http://adelightfulplacetodwell.com

    Reply
  9. Julia Konya says

    September 11, 2013 at 11:53 am

    Oh this is once again brilliant! Looks so beautiful!

    Reply
  10. Erin and Laura House Envy says

    September 11, 2013 at 12:43 pm

    Love these Sarah! love the varied wood look on most anything but it looks great next to your B/W artwork! Can't wait to see some of the other stuff you are working on!

    Laura
    House Envy

    Reply
  11. Amelia @ House Pretty says

    September 11, 2013 at 2:13 pm

    I love these! I know I wouldn't have the patience to try something similar, so I'll happily drool over the ones you made 🙂

    Reply
  12. Kristin@bliss-athome.com says

    September 11, 2013 at 2:31 pm

    I really love these Sarah! A great way to add some natural without being too rustic! xo Kristin

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  13. Adrienne says

    September 11, 2013 at 5:02 pm

    I love your projects! They are brillant!

    Reply
  14. Chaney @ May Richer Fuller Be says

    September 11, 2013 at 6:23 pm

    I LOVE these! Gosh, I think my jaw drops every time I see one of your projects! Amazing.

    Reply
  15. Elisa of Fancy Free Me says

    September 11, 2013 at 6:27 pm

    Very cute and resourceful. Your hubs is a doll.

    Reply
  16. Elizabeth @ The Little Black Door says

    September 11, 2013 at 11:44 pm

    Wow!!! I really love these! You should make more and sell them! 🙂

    Reply
  17. Mrs. DeVore says

    September 12, 2013 at 4:16 pm

    These are beautiful! I'm not sure I have the patience you have, but I love the look! Driftwood is one my favorite things to decorate with.

    Reply
  18. Jesse @ Scout & Nimble says

    September 13, 2013 at 4:05 am

    These are beautiful! Love the white + natural…one of my favorites!

    Reply
  19. Kiwi at Heart says

    September 22, 2013 at 5:53 pm

    I love these frames! This makes me wish I lived by the ocean again!

    Reply
  20. Bobi says

    September 30, 2013 at 2:02 pm

    I am still waiting to snag up those driftwood frames! Are they going to be listed for sale??

    Reply
  21. Cara @ ChicMeetsHealthy says

    December 12, 2013 at 4:06 pm

    I am so impressed with your DIYs! Love love love this!

    Reply

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