DIY an Easy Yardstick Photo Display
A few weeks back we played with the Instax SP3 and I may have mentioned that we printed a whole bunch of our favorites pics. Now I already have a crapload busload of frames but we did need a unique and fun way to display all those pics. And since we’re DIYers, the easiest thing to do was to make ourselves this yardstick photo display with things we already had lying around the house.
The inspiration for the photo display happened while I was making an “About Us” video for the blog. I loved the way the last bit of the video showcases some of the things we’ve made and shared over the years here on A Crafty Mix. You can make your yardstick photo display as long and wide as you want to. I added “LOVE” blocks at the bottom, but “FRIENDS” or “FAMILY” will work too.
What you need
For this quick and easy DIY you’ll need:
- A wooden yardstick
- 1 x 1 piece of wood
- String or twine
- Small wooden pegs
- E6000 glue
- Handsaw
- Printer and mod podge (optional)
How to make the yardstick photo display
Measure and cut the 1 x 1 into equal blocks using your handsaw.
The number of blocks you need to cut will depend on the word you choose to add to the bottom of your yardstick photo display. Cut one block for each letter. Lightly sand them to get rid of any rough edges. Use the number of letters to figure out how to space them on the yardstick and cut it shorter if need be. We cut ours in half and then cut a piece of the 1 x 1 the same length as shown below.
Print your letters and mod podge them onto the blocks. I used a font called “Love Box” and you can download it for free here. If you don’t have access to a printer you can write them on with a Sharpie or permanent marker instead.
Drill a small hole all the way through the letters from the top of the blocks.
Thread the string or twine through the hole and make a knot at the bottom of the blocks to secure.
It makes it easier to get the string through the holes if you wrap some sticky tape around the edge first. Glue the yardstick to the longer piece of 1 x 1 you cut earlier and mark where to drill the holes. We spaced ours every 3″ but you may need to adjust the measurement if you used more letters.
Drill the holes all the way through from the top to the bottom and tie the letters to the yardstick. Just make sure that the letters are hanging in a straightish line. Add your photos with a small peg and you’re all done 😉
Pretty easy right?
Don’t you just love the piccy of EeeeeDeeeee Riley Pipsquick (III) in her sunglasses? And Zia with her crazy mouth monster. She’s such a clown 😀 We clearly have a thing for our fur babies.
Our non-fur kids and my gorgeous hubby are there too 😀
What do you think of the idea? Is it something you would make to display all your photos?
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And as always, here’s wishing you a beautiful, crafty week filled with lots of love. Thank you for popping in for a visit.
So simple and so cute. I am always searching for simple projects to keep my 6 year old busy which are not too time-consuming for me. This is perfect to even hang in my office. Love the simplicity of it
Thanks so much, Bhawna. We love changing the pics on this one. It’s so easy
What a cute way of displaying all those favourite pics!! The polaroid look has become so popular again and I’m loving it!!
? I love the look too. It reminds me of the pics my Mom used to take when we were still little people. So many good memories
Love this idea! Super easy and a great way to display photos. I love the blocks at the bottom that’s a great idea!
Thanks so much, Linda. The LOVE blocks do finish her off nicely. I think I may just make another one for our family photos
Michelle,
This is absolutely adorable!! Thanks so much for stopping by!! I have been busy working on the ornaments for my Fall Kitchen Tree!!
Hugs,
Debbie
You’re most welcome Debbie. I love staying in touch with you and seeing what you’re up to. Isn’t it amazing how this virtual world of ours let’s us connect with people all over the world and become such good friends? ?
I really enjoyed checking out all your family photos. The idea of weights on the end of the strings is fantastic. I have done it with two strips of wood but never separate block weights. Awesome idea.
The blocks do make the world of difference to keep the photos hanging straight and pretty and it’s a fun way to add a word or sentiment to the bottom ?
Oh my gosh, I love this! What a great way to display the photos. I need to get the Instax SP3 for sure and try this!
Thanks so much Carolann. We really enjoyed laying around with the Instax and the yeardstick photo display it so easy to make too
That’s such a neat idea. I wonder if I’ll be able to find a yardstick somewhere. I haven’t seen a wooden one in years
Oh, I hope you do find one Gayle. We buy ours from a little craft shop close to where we stay but if push comes to shove you could always make one. You’ll just need to find one of those stencil with numbers on, which might make it easier
Such a fun way to display your photos Michelle. Your fur babies are adorable! And the family looks so sweet! <3
? You know how we feel about our fur babies Mary. They’re such a big part of our lives and we wouldn’t want it any other way.
Such a great idea for hanging photos but I love your unique spin using a yardstick and blocks on the bottom. Cute fur baby photos! Now I’ve got to go check out that video.
Our fur babies love have their pics taken, especially when they’re doing something crazy ? Glad you liked the yardstick spin on the photo display. I have so many at home that we can repurpose into something different
I love this fun way to display photos.
Thanks so much, Claire ?
I have this open space in my office I have been baffled what to do with, and NOW I KNOW.!!! Thanks Mix and Shaunie! LOOOOVE this idea soooo much!
? OooooEeeeee can’t wait to see what yours looks like. I have some spare yardsticks if you want ?