Introduction

Driftwood Star Hung on Front Porch With Skis, Poles and Craftsman Sconce

Driftwood Star Hung on Front Porch With Skis, Poles and Craftsman Sconce

Small pieces of driftwood were gathered on the shoreline then simply glued onto plywood. This easy, budget project only costs a few dollars to make — scrap plywood was used so the only expense was the hardware to hang up the star on the front porch.

©Susan Teare

Susan Teare

Small pieces of driftwood were gathered on the shoreline then simply glued onto plywood. This easy, budget project only costs a few dollars to make — scrap plywood was used so the only expense was the hardware to hang up the star. We made two stars: One was painted silver and used as a holiday decoration and the other star was left natural and hung on the front porch (photo above).

Step 1

Tracing the Star Pattern onto Plywood Using Metal Star

Tracing the Star Pattern onto Plywood Using Metal Star

Trace the pattern onto the plywood. We used a metal star for a template.

Create Pattern

Trace the pattern onto the plywood. We used a metal star for a template.

Step 2

Using Jigsaw to cut out Star Shape

Using Jigsaw to cut out Star Shape

Use a jigsaw to cut out the shape.

Cut the Plywood

Use a jigsaw to cut out the shape.

Step 3

Creating an outline of the driftwood star

Creating an outline of the driftwood star

Create an outline by adhering the outer layer of driftwood using hot glue; use flat pieces on the bottom. Let dry.

Create Outline

Adhere the outer layer of driftwood using hot glue; use flat pieces on the bottom. Let dry.

Step 4

Assembled Driftwood Star

Assembled Driftwood Star

Glue on driftwood using smaller pieces as you go to fill in the holes and build it up. Add more pieces to the edge if needed.

Glue on Driftwood

Add more driftwood, using smaller pieces as you go to fill in the holes and build it up. Add more pieces to the edge if needed.

Step 5

Add Hanging Hardware

Screw the D-ring hook to the back of the plywood.

Step 6

The finished silver driftwood star will add natural beauty and sparkle to your holiday decor.

The finished silver driftwood star will add natural beauty and sparkle to your holiday decor.

Spray with silver paint. Let dry. Spray with tacky spray and sprinkle on clear glitter (optional).

Spray with silver paint. Let dry. Spray with tacky spray and sprinkle on clear glitter (optional).

Finished Driftwood Star Painted Silver

The finished silver driftwood star will add natural beauty and sparkle to your holiday decor.

Spray Painting Driftwood Star With Silver Paint

Spray with silver paint. Let dry. Spray with tacky spray and sprinkle on clear glitter (optional).

Paint and Glitter

Spray with silver paint. Let dry. Spray with tacky spray and sprinkle on clear glitter (optional).

Pro Tip

Joanne Palmisano is the author of Salvage Secrets (W.W. Norton, September 2011). Visit her blog, also called Salvage Secrets.