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Rustic Wall Cubby

March 28, 2017

DIY Rustic Wall Cubby by Sawdust2stitches.com

One fateful day I was out doing what I do best, browsing Target whilst sipping a Starbucks, naturally.  (By the way,  if you have never tried a “Double Chocolate-y Chip Frappuccino with  Caramel Drizzle on the inside of the cup”  You should, because it will blow your mind while simultaneously making you gain 2.6 lbs.  It’s magic like that.)   I digress.  I was walking through Target (with my Starbucks) and I stumbled upon the cutest rustic wall cubby!  It was adorable and could  instantly add character to any random assortment of  knick knacks!  The issue?  I nearly inhaled a chocolate chip when I saw that this little guy was $50. So after I dislodged the said chocolate chip I made my way to Home Depot where I purchased all the supplies I would need to make my own for a mere $12.  #winning

 Target Rustic Wall Cubby 

Materials Used:

  • 1″x 4″ Boards (2)
  • 1″x 2″ Boards (1)
  • Stain
  • Number Plaques (if desired)
  • Metal Hanger Straps
  • D-Ring picture hangers
  • Wood Glue
  • Wood Filler
  • 1/2″ Screws
  • 1 1/2″  Nails

Tools Suggested :

  • Miter Saw
  • Nail Gun
  • Drill
  • Tin Snips
  • Large Clamp

Cut List :

1″x 4″ Board

  • (2) @ 21″
  • (2) @ 22 1/2″
  • (6) @ 7″
  • (2) @ 19 1/2″

1″x 2″  OR  1/2″x 2″

  • (3) @ 21″

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Step 1. Assemble Frame  – Rustic Wall Cubby

Secure 22 1/2″ vertical boards to the inside of the 21″ horizontal boards. For best results use wood glue and reinforce with 1 1/2″ finish nails. Allow to dry.
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Step 2.  Construct Grid – Rustic Wall Cubby

Assemble the grid. There really isn’t a right or wrong way to do this.  You can use pocket holes, but I opted not to on this project.  It is a small build and wood glue would suffice.   I first attached the (2) 7″  vertical boards to the 19 1/2″ horizontal board,  I used wood glue and then reinforced with 1 1/2″ finish nails.  Repeat, so that you have (2) of these. With the remaining (2) 7″ boards, I applied wood glue to either end,  properly placed then in between  the (2) 19 1/2″ boards, and then clamped to complete the grid.  Allow to dry thoroughly.1f391195-43ef-4d0e-8516-7513d3567d24


Step 3. Insert Grid – Rustic Wall Cubby

Once the grid is dried, place it inside of the already assembled frame.   Measure to ensure it lines up correctly and then use a finish nail to secure.


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 Step 4.  Attach Front Lip – Rustic Wall Cubby

Next apply a small bead of wood glue to the front of the 19 1/2″ horizontal boards, and then place the 1″x 2″x 21″ boards on top, so the bottom of the board is flush with with bottom of the shelves.  Then reinforce with 1 1/2″ finish nails.target wall cubby_Page_6


 Step 5. Add Finish – Rustic Wall Cubby

Fill  in any nail holes with a wood filler.  Allow it to dry .  Then sand off the excess filler. NOW you are ready for paint and/or stain.  I stained this Dark Walnut by Minwax.  After it was dry, I did go over it will a sander to distress it.

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Step 6. Add Metal Hanger Straps – Rustic Wall Cubby

Before I added my metal straps, I cut my three pieces, and (while wearing gloves) straightened out the metal straps.  (The straps come in a coil and naturally want to curl.) After working with it for a few minutes, it laid flat.  I then dusted it lightly with “Flat Iron” Rustoleum spray paint. After the straps were dry,  I LIGHTLY sanded it so that it would have some distressing.  To attached I used small 1/2″ screws. I placed the screws where my number plaques would be placed so  that they would be hidden.   I made sure to make the metal wrap around the back of the cubby unit.

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Step 7.  Finishing Touches – Rustic Wall Cubby

Next  I added the number plaques!  I found these really  cute number plaques at Joanns.  They are originally $8,  but I used a 50% off coupon and scored them for $4. Nice.  I simply attached them with construction adhesive. (Hot Glue would work fine.)

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If you decide that you want to hang this on the wall there is a really cheap way to do it!  I used small little d-rings that you can get for about $1! Attach them and you are good to go!IMG_0627 2016-03-17 14.17.07

Rustic Wall shelf Cubby 2

Ok, so lets break it down…

  • 1″x 4″ Boards (2) =$4
  • 1″x 2″ Boards (1)=$1
  • Number Plaques =$4
  • Metal Hanger Straps= $3
  • Stain and/paint =Will vary.  I used some leftover  materials. This project will not require much of either.

Total = $12 DIY vs. Target $49.99

Not too shabby!

DIY Rustic wall cubby by Sawdust 2 stitches

 

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Comments

  1. Christine Suddarth says

    March 28, 2017 at 3:53 pm

    LoOVE< LoOVE< LoOVE<
    Best thing I can say! Your work is gorgeous! Thank you for the great instructions. I am so ready to make one.

    • coreydecker@gmail.com says

      March 28, 2017 at 10:30 pm

      Thanks so much Christine!

  2. Nikki says

    March 29, 2017 at 9:07 am

    This is stunning! And so much better than the $50 version at Target!!!

  3. Linda Manuel says

    March 29, 2017 at 9:39 am

    Yours is much better than the store one! Gorgeous!!

  4. Kandi says

    March 29, 2017 at 9:53 am

    This is so pretty!!! Much cuter than the Target one. I’m definitely gonna make this soon!! Thank you for the plans!!

  5. judy says

    March 29, 2017 at 1:31 pm

    Your version puts Target’s to shame! Target’s has those super-thin boards that ruin the rustic look, and look more like my cheapie shoe cubbies. Yours is gorgeous!!!

  6. Becky says

    March 29, 2017 at 4:22 pm

    Lovely! I’m sure I need one… or two of these somewhere! Thank you so much!!!

  7. Kerri Hansen says

    May 3, 2017 at 10:27 am

    I am so impressed! Those who can, do, and those who can’t buck up the $50 and buy the shelf from Target, lol! I bought that rustic shelf thing a few years ago now, probably while sipping my Starbucks go-to skinny vanilla latte! I love it so much and it is proudly displayed in my craft/sewing room, check it out! It’s fun to see how others style the same piece! I am new to your blog and will be visiting it regularly!

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