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Rustic Wheelbarrow

September 12, 2016

Hey there Sportsfans,  I am absolutely ecstatic about today’s tutorial.  I am teaming up with Home Depot team to bring you my own personal flair their Wheelbarrow !  I honestly  could not be more pleased with the finished product! #DIHworkshop #Sponsored

Rustic Wheelbarrow by Sawdust2stitches

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Rustic Wheelbarrow

Supplies Used:

  • Crates and Pallet Crate
  • 2″x 2″ board (x 2)
  • 2″x 8″ Board
  • 1/2″ Dowel Rod
  • Shelf Supports (x2)  *Optional*
  • Spray Paint *Optional*
  • Paint and/or Stain
  • 1″ wood Screws

Tools Suggested

  • Miter Saw
  • Jigsaw
  • Sander
  • Drill w/ 1/2″ bit
  • Nail Gun or Drill
  • * I used a lathe to make the handles rounded *

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Step 1.

 Cut List:

2″x 2″

  • (2) @ 8″ -Legs
  • (2) @ 36″- Handles

Dowel Rod @


Step 2. Cut Down Crate

While I loved the original full size crate, I wanted mine to be a little more shallow. SO, I cut off the top slat.  Just ran it through the table saw, rotated it, ran it through again, and again.  Boom, decapitated crate.

Rustic Wheelbarrow by Sawdust2stitches


Step 3. Cut Out Wheel

I drew a 7″ circle on a my 2″x 8″, then cut it out with a jigsaw.

Rustic WheelBarrow Cut out the Wheel www.sawdust2stitches.com


Step 4.  Drill Hole for Dowel Rod

Naturally  you will want to drill the whole in the “wheel” in the dead center, or it will wobble a little wonky when you push it.  But honestly, this isn’t really built for functionality, so if you miss the mark breathe deep… it’s gonna be okay.

rustic-wheelbarrow-drill-center-of-wheel-www-sawdust2stitches-com Ok so when you drill the hole  in the “handles” it will take a little finesse and/or some fudging to make it work.  I drilled my 1/2″ holes approximately 1 1/2′ from the end of the handle. It is APPROXIMATELY a 5 degree angle.  I took the very mathematical approach and just winged it (wong it?). rustic-wheelbarrow-drill-handles-www-sawdust2stitches-com


Step 5.  Attach Legs to Handles

I then attached the “legs” to the “handles”.  I placed mine 11.5″ from the end (centered).  I attached using wood glue and tacked it on using 2″ finish nails. ( I knew I would be attaching shelf supports later). If you do not plan to use supports,  I would suggest using something a little beefier.  Example : 2.5″ Wood Screw (Pre-drilled)
Rustic WheelBarrow Handles www,sawdust2stitches.com


Step 6. Add Supports (Optional)

This step is optional,  but I am not going to lie,  I feel like these supports totally “MAKE” this wheelbarrow.   I purchased these from Home Depot. I simply scuffed them up and spray painted those suckers.

Rustic Wheelbarrow Paint Supports www.sawdust2stitches.com Then attach! You can use a wafer head screw,  OR a finish washers and screws. Rustic WheelBarrow Add Supports www.sawdust2stitches.com

 


Step 7. Add Wheel to Handles

Remember how I said I was kind of winging it when I drilled the holes for the dowel rod?  I found that it was easiest to assemble the dowel rod/wheel/handles before attaching it to the crate.  It allowed for a little more wiggle room.

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Step 8. Attach Crate to Handlesimg_3480  img_3479


Step 9. Finishing Touches

 Then of course is my favorite part!  The finishing touches!  I used a small piece of MDF paneling and cut out and oval using a jigsaw. Then I  just painted on some charming lettering and called it good! rustic-wheelbarrow-sign-www-sawdust2stitches-com

There you have it folks,  my take on the Home Depot Wheelbarrow!

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rustic Wheelbarrow DIY Sawdust2Stitches.com  Rustic Wheelbarrow by Sawdust2stitches rustic-wheel-barrow-by-sawdust2stitches-com

 Thanks for checking in!  Make sure you drop in and see all the different variations of this project!  You can find them all in the links below.

 Take Luck,

 Corey

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Comments

  1. Kim says

    September 12, 2016 at 1:15 pm

    I think my favorite part is your lettering on the “label.” Such a perfect touch.

  2. Mindi says

    September 12, 2016 at 2:03 pm

    Ok the metal shelf supports was a brilliant idea, I am not going to lie, I am a little star stuck at your genius! I love everything about your wheelbarrow Corey, awesome job!

  3. Miranda says

    September 12, 2016 at 4:24 pm

    This turned out SOO good! I just keep coming back to it.. love your use of the shelf supports, the colors you used.. everything. Great job!

  4. Megan says

    September 12, 2016 at 4:28 pm

    Hacking off the top of the crate is such a great idea for customizing it! Love the color and monogram detail too! Great work!

  5. laura janning says

    September 12, 2016 at 7:07 pm

    who knew that a wheelbarrow could be so pretty. I love the added touches of the sign and the metal brackets. great job!

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