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    Home » Holidays » Christmas Favorites » Pottery Barn Inspired Cut Out Wood Star Art

    Last updated: May 21, 2019 by Melissa Riker · 43 Comments

    Pottery Barn Inspired Cut Out Wood Star Art

    cut out wood star art

    I saw this pierced wood star art in one of my Pottery Barn catalogs and loved it so much, but in came the holiday craziness and by time I was actually thinking about ordering it last week it was no longer available.  Never fear! I was easily able to DIY my own version and the best part was I didn't spend one dime, I made it all from materials I had on hand!

    Supplies:

    1 x 4 8 foot
    1 x 2 6 foot
    17.5 x 17.5" plywood
    wood glue
    finishing nails
    miter saw (can use circular saw if necessary)
    drill and large drill bit
    sanding block or sandpaper
    wood conditioner
    stain

    diy wood star art

    Cut (5) 17.5 inch pieces from your 1x4 wood.  Set aside. Cut (4) 18 inch pieces from your 1x2 wood. (Yes I did this the same day we got rid of the Christmas tree!)

    ryobi saw diy star art miter cut

    Using a miter saw (or measuring by hand if you only have a circular saw, miter the ends of the 1x2 boards at a 45 degree angle.

    tutorial wood star art

    Cut your particle board in a 17.5 inch square (mine was a little shy in the corner from a previous cut but it still worked for me!

    how to make pottery barn star art

    Using a generous amount of wood glue, attach the 5 pieces of your 1x4 to the particle board and cover with something heavy (or clamp if you're fancy!) to apply pressure as the glue dries. Allow to dry for 24 hours.

    Print off this star template at 170% scale.

    diy star art pottery barn

    Center the star printout on the wood panel and use a ruler to trace it, following the lines of the print.  Remove the paper and again use a ruler to connect the lines you just drew.

    how to cut star out of wood jigsaw

    Use a large drill bit (I just picked the biggest I had, there was no measurement on it) drill a hole on each of the lines that make up your star.  BE SURE to drill the holes on the INSIDE of the star so the drilled holes will be in the cut out portion of the star's interior, not the "points."

    Use a jigsaw to carefully cut from each drilled hole to the star's points.  I found this to be a bit difficult due to the thickness of the wood and particle board so take your time and be sure to wear safety glasses (as always!)

    diy pottery barn star tutorial

    Once your star is cut out attach the 1x2 frame using wood glue and clamp or apply weight and allow to dry for 24 hours. Be sure to not get wood glue on the portions of the wood that show-it will affect how your stain looks. Also, if there are gaps or it doesn't line up perfectly don't stress! Part of the beauty of rustic art is the perfect imperfection!! (This also makes it a good beginner project!)

    After the glue is dry you may further secure any pieces with finishing nails.  I didn't do this as mine felt very secure from the wood glue and it will not be hanging, I plan on leaning it on my mantel or other surface.

    Sand any rough edges and condition the wood with a pre-stain wood conditioner (I use Minwax) and allow to dry for 2 hours.  Apply stain with a foam brush-I used a Kona stain for mine.

    That's it! I couldn't be happier with how it turned out, what do you think?

    pottery barn knock off star pierced

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    1. Suzanne says

      October 27, 2021 at 9:47 pm

      I was flipping through a few old Christmas magazines and found the pierced wood star panel in a 2013 Pottery Barn catalog. I quickly found your website and was so excited even though I’ll need to find someone to make it for me. Your project is beautiful and thank you for the tutorial!

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    2. Kate says

      September 26, 2018 at 11:31 pm

      So beautiful DIY project.

      Reply
    3. Sherrie says

      December 06, 2017 at 7:34 am

      Thank you for your beautiful star tutorial. Love it!
      Did you use the cut-out star parts for another rustic star project?
      It would be so cool too!

      Reply
      • Melissa says

        December 06, 2017 at 12:52 pm

        I didn't do anything with the cut out Sherrie but that's a great idea! ~Melissa

        Reply
    4. Virginia Fynes says

      November 24, 2014 at 6:08 am

      Love this project idea! It would be great with any shape! Adding to my must make list

      Reply
      • Melissa says

        November 24, 2014 at 8:08 am

        Thanks Virginia! I'd love to see your version if you make one!

        Reply
        • elaine says

          July 26, 2015 at 8:57 am

          How cool would it be to add chickenwire to the back of the star cut~out? ...also, another option is to have succulents growing out of the chickenwire? : D ...thanx for the inspiration.

          Reply
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