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    Home » DIY Projects » 30 Projects with Scrap Wood

    Last updated: Sep 2, 2020 by Melissa Riker · 3 Comments

    30 Projects with Scrap Wood

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    Any DIYer will tell you, when you build just about any project you always have scrap wood left over. It's time to put those leftovers to use with this list of 30 things to make out of scrap wood!

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    Scrap Wood Projects

    Any DIYer will tell you, when you build just about any project you always have leftover wood. It's time to put those leftovers to use with this list of 30 things to make out of scrap wood!

    DIY Wooden World Map Art

    Make your own wall art with this simple wooden map tutorial.

    Pottery Barn Inspired Cut Out Wood Star Art

    This Pottery Barn-inspired wall art is an easy beginner jigsaw project.

    Rustic $15 DIY Bench

    Create an outdoor rustic bench with just $15 worth of wood in just an hour!

    Photo Credit: www.prettyhandygirl.com

    Rustic Wood Bathtub Tray

    A few pieces of wood and rope are all you need to make this gorgeous bathtub tray.

    Photo Credit: www.prettyhandygirl.com

    Rustic Pallet Serving Tray

    This pretty wooden tray is made with pallet wood but you could use scrap wood as well.

    Photo Credit: www.prettyhandygirl.com

    DIY Yard Dice

    Get outside and have fun with these giant yard dice you can make from leftover 4 x 4s.

    Photo Credit: www.prettyhandygirl.com

    Art Utensil Holder

    Keep your creative space organized with these pencil and utensil holders made from small pieces of leftover wood.

    Photo Credit: www.prettyhandygirl.com

    Rustic Wooden Caddy with a Branch Handle

    This rustic caddy is the perfect home decor accent.

    DIY Reclaimed Wood Desk Organizer and iPad Stand

    Reclaimed wood creates this easy iPad stand and desk organizer.

    Photo Credit: www.prettyhandygirl.com

    DIY Fall Sign

    Usher in fall with this beautiful autumn leaf wood sign from Pretty Handy Girl.

    DIY $10 Wood Bike Rack

    Having rouble storing bikes and scooters? This incredibly easy bike rack is the perfect beginner wood project to solve your garage problems!

    Photo Credit: www.prettyhandygirl.com

    House Shaped Mailbox

    A house shaped mailbox is a whimsical way to use up extra wood.

    Photo Credit: www.prettyhandygirl.com

    DIY Drawer Dividers

    Even the smallest pieces of leftover wood can be useful, like in this drawer organizer project.

    Photo Credit: www.prettyhandygirl.com

    Home is Where the Heart Is - Door Decor

    Create an unconventional "wreath" with this house shaped door decor made form just a few pieces of leftover wood.

    Photo Credit: www.prettyhandygirl.com

    White-washed Window Box

    Bring French Country style to your home with this white-washed window box.

    Photo Credit: www.prettyhandygirl.com

    DIY Lollipop Stand

    This easy lollipop stand would be perfect for birthday parties or weddings.

    Photo Credit: www.prettyhandygirl.com

    DIY Kids Scooter

    How fun are these kid's scooters? This DIY will make you the most popular parent in the neighborhood!

    Photo Credit: www.prettyhandygirl.com

    DIY Snowflake Christmas Trivets

    Change up your kitchen for the holidays with these DIY wood snowflake trivets.

    Photo Credit: www.prettyhandygirl.com

    DIY Apple Pencil Holder

    This apple pencil holder is the perfect homemade gift for any teacher!

    Photo Credit: www.prettyhandygirl.com

    DIY Door Stop with Handle

    Create and easy door stop with convenient handle with just a bit of leftover 4 by 4.

    Photo Credit: www.prettyhandygirl.com

    DIY Rolling Plant Caddy Tutorial

    Easily move heavy plants when you place them on a homemade wood plant caddy.

    Photo Credit: www.prettyhandygirl.com

    Modern DIY Cat Scratcher Post

    Impress your favorite feline with this DIY cat scratcher!

    Photo Credit: www.prettyhandygirl.com

    How to Make a Folding Guitar Stand

    This folding guitar stand could double as art with this unique curves.

    Photo Credit: www.prettyhandygirl.com

    DIY Rustic Wood Lanterns

    Upgrade your outdoor decor with these easy to make wood lanterns.

    Photo Credit: www.prettyhandygirl.com

    Reclaimed Wood Wall Hook & Vase

    Create a piece of wall decor that doubles as functional with this wooden vase and key holder.

    Photo Credit: www.prettyhandygirl.com

    Two-Tiered Plant Stand

    This sleek plant stand would accent most any decor.

    Photo Credit: www.prettyhandygirl.com

    Planter Box

    Save you back when you build a raised wood planter.

    Photo Credit: cherishedbliss.com

    DIY Wooden Arrow Tutorial

    These easy wooden arrows are a versatile piece of wall decor.

    Photo Credit: The Happier Homemaker for www.prettyhandygirl.com

    DIY Jewelry Organizer

    Keep your jewelry organized and on display with this simple DIY jewelry organizer.

    Photo Credit: simplycountrylife.blogspot.com

    Horseshoe Candle Holder

    This candle holder is uniquely made from leftover wood and horseshoes!

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    1. Heather {Woods of Bell Trees} says

      February 26, 2014 at 7:51 pm

      I love all of these ideas! Heaven knows I have loads of scrap wood that needs a project! 😀

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      • Melissa Riker says

        February 27, 2014 at 10:35 am

        I'm in the same boat Heather-garage full of scrap wood I need to use up!!

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    2. Tracy @ The UnCoordinated Mommy says

      February 23, 2014 at 12:56 am

      I love making things out of wood! I love the way it smells! So far I have only made things that I could have the lovely folks at Home Depot cut for me, but I see I jigsaw in my future!!! The star piece is Amazing!!

      Reply

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