Here are 15 quick scrap wood projects to get started woodworking and/or clear out that scrap pile.
I’m not sure how it happens, but I always have SO MUCH scrap wood all over my shop. Every now and then, I like to challenge myself to build as many things as possible using ONLY the lumber I already have sitting around. It’s a good exercise in reducing waste, saving money, and getting creative – all good things!
So, in the spirit of clearing out the shop, I’ve rounded up 15 great scrap wood projects to help you reduce your lumber pile!
1. Jewelry Organizer
A classic scrap wood project, check out how to make this beautiful jewelry organizer from The Frugal Homemaker. All you need is a 2×2 and some cup hooks.
2. Simple Entryway Shelf
I put this simple entryway shelf key rack together on my last scrap wood clean out. It’s a quick build and uses up those smaller pieces of scrap wood (the ones that you’re not sure why you ever kept in the first place).
3. DIY Mirror Frame
I guess this depends on how much scrap wood you have lying around (or how big the mirror is), but I know I definitely have enough to frame a few mirrors … don’t judge.
Just look how beautiful that frame is! All you need is a couple 1x4s and 1x2s. Grab the full tutorial at Living Letter Home.
4. Quick Coat Hooks
Have a single board lying around that you’re not sure what to do with? Add some hooks and mount it to the wall for a perfect coat/bag/backpack rack! Grab the details over on Little Bits of Home.
5. Geometric Wall Art
How cute is this little wall art from Hazel and Gold Designs! Simply adjust the size depending on how much scrap wood you have.
6. DIY Candlesticks
This is such a clever way to make your own candlesticks. It’s not traditional scrap wood, but if you have an old chair sitting around (you know I do…) – check out how DIY Beautify turned the spindle legs into beautiful decor.
7. Scrap Wood Wall
I’ve never seen anything quite like this before, but check out this AMAZING feature wall from Jaime Costiglio. And 2×4 cutoffs are never in short supply around a woodshop.
8. Serving Tray
Another classic scrap wood project – the DIY serving tray. She added a fun accent to the bottom with some tin ceiling tile!
9. Triple Rope Shelves
Super simple and great for 1×4 scraps – I put a few of these Triple Rope Shelves together around the same time as the entryway key rack.
10. Wall Art
Another great idea for a feature wall – check out this scrap wood wall art from Ugly Duckling House.
11. Mason Jar Desk Organizer
This desk organizer is perfect for all those really small pieces of scrap wood.
12. House Shelf
Has scrap 1×6 ever looked cuter?! Put a few of these house shelves together to use up scrap wood and decorate your kid’s room – win win!
13. Vertical Plant Hanger
Where are all my plant lovers at – this vertical plant hanger is perfect to add some life in a small space. Grab the details from Liz from Love Grows Wild over on I Heart Naptime.
14. House Numbers for the Mailbox
Custom house number signs always add nice curb appeal to your place. Make one of your own with this tutorial from Ugly Duckling House.
15. 2×2 Plant Stand
Last but not least – a 2×2 plant stand. I built this just a couple weeks ago to use up the rest of my 2×2 scrap wood. Grab the full plans in this post.
Good luck with all your scrap wood and happy building!
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