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Shiplap Wreath Display Frame

Step-by-step build — 11 steps. Also available as a print sheet.

  1. 1Cut Support Pieces

    • Place all of your planks together in a row.
    • Measure the width of your planked pieces (across the planks). It should be about 25".
    • Cut two 1x3's to match that measurement.
    Shiplap Wreath Display Frame — step photo 5
  2. 2Cut Planks

    Cut 10- 1x3's at 25 inches.

    Shiplap Wreath Display Frame — step photo 6
  3. 3Drill Pocket Holes

    Drill pocket holes in the ends of the two support boards.

    Shiplap Wreath Display Frame — step photo 7
  4. 4Cut Frame Pieces

    Cut 2 1x2's at the same length as your support pieces (that you drilled pocket holes in)- should be about 25 inches. Measure the width of the planked pieces including the frame pieces you just cut, and cut 2 1x2's at that length (should be about 26") see diagram Do not attach any pieces yet.

    Shiplap Wreath Display Frame — step photo 8
  5. 5Dry Fit

    We should have everything cut and ready to dry fit. Make sure all of the boards fit together squarely and that the frame pieces match up.

    Shiplap Wreath Display Frame — step photo 9
  6. 6Attach Frame

    Using 1 1/4" pocket hole screws and wood glue, attach the support pieces to the frame.

    Shiplap Wreath Display Frame — step photo 10
  7. 7Attach Suppports to Planks

    Using a brad nailer and 1 1/4" brad nails, attach the support pieces to the backs of your planks. Use wood glue for extra strength. Since we will be attaching our frame to our 1x3 support pieces, make sure the ends of your support pieces are flush with the sides of your 1x3s. I suggest attaching one side of the planks, then the other side, and work your way inward as you attach each piece.

    Shiplap Wreath Display Frame — step photo 11
  8. 8Assemble Frame

    Use wood glue at every joint, and assemble the frame in place. Use bar clamps to ensure the frame doesn't wiggle.

    Shiplap Wreath Display Frame — step photo 12
  9. 9Paint or Stain

    After all of your pieces are cut and fit, paint or stain all of the pieces.

  10. 10Install Picture Hanger

    Install whatever picture hanger you prefer. Since this is a heavy piece to hang on the wall, I used a heavy gauge wire, attached to each support piece with a staple.

    Shiplap Wreath Display Frame — step photo 13
  11. 11Decorate!

    I hammered a simple nail in the front of my wreath display. Then I just hang whatever wreath or decoration I want right on the front.

    Shiplap Wreath Display Frame — step photo 14