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    Home » Repurposed Furniture » More Pedestal Photo Display Stand

    More Pedestal Photo Display Stand

    Published by Gail | Published March 24, 2011 | Updated July 6, 2020
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    how to make a photo display stand using bits and pieces of old chairs and spindles, and scrap lumber. Easy weekend project. #MyRepurposedLife #repurposed #spindle #pedestal #photo #display via @repurposedlife

    You're going to love this photo display stand made from old chair spindles. Do you part out old chairs, beds, and cribs to save the spindles? I do! I have tons of those items in my stash!

    Thanks for Saving & Sharing on Pinterest!

    Materials to Make Photo Display Stand

    • Spindles
    • Scrap Wood
    • Glue
    • Wire

    spindles

    I used some former chair legs as the base of my stand. You could also use chair spindles, porch posts (railing) anything that has a pretty shape to it in order to make your photo display stand.

     

    Carefully Cut Spindle on Miter Saw

    spindles and miter saw

    I cut the chair leg (spindle)  on my compound miter saw. It is best to clamp it if you can, I have had a spindle  get chewed up, “jump” away from me and land across the other side of the garage. Please use caution and always wear eye and ear protection when sawing.

    Use Scrap Wood for Photo Display Stand Base

    scrap wood blocks

    I also cut some scrap 2x6’s into squares with the compound miter saw. You can see that I used my router to give it some detail. Did you know the router may be my least favorite tool? It seems so powerful, and I only use it attached to the router table.

    router table

    See, my router is installed on a router table. The router is huge and I have never used it “freehand”.

     

    Cove Bit on Router

    router bit

    This is the bit I used.

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    Designing Your Photo Display Stand

    spindles displayI grabbed some finials off of a chair, but you’ll notice in the after pictures that I didn’t use them. They are cute, but I felt they were too small for these chunky pieces that will make up my photo display stand.

    Proper Use of Gorilla Glue

    scrap wood bases

    To attach the pieces together with Gorilla Glue you need to dampen one of the pieces. I find it’s best to dampen the larger of the two pieces--

    gorilla glue--and squirt the Gorilla Glue on the smaller piece. Remember that this glue expands, so less is more!

    To Clamp or Not To Clamp?

    pedestal display stand MyRepurposedLife.comI did not clamp these pieces because there was really no way to do it. The large piece is pretty heavy and I felt that it was sort of “self-clamping”.

    However, it did end up falling OFF of the little spindle about three times. One of those times, it fell against my leg and on my foot. The other two times it landed on my kitchen floor. It did not bother the paint job, but it DID dent the floor. In hindsight, I suppose I could have used some painter's tape, or drilled a small hole in the pedestal and the block--to insert a small dowel.

    Would You Add the Finial?

    pedestal display stands MyRepurposedLife.com

    This is where I was test driving to see if I wanted a finial on top or not.

     

     

    white pedestal display stand MyRepurposedLife.com

    You can see here that I haven’t put the finial on yet.

    white pedestal display photo holder stand MyRepurposedLife.com

    I was also trying out the spiral photo holders on it. I went to Hobby Lobby to look for some wooden appliques like I used on the original pedestal display stands. But then I realized I do not need any wooden appliques because . . .

    white pedestal photo holder stand MyRepurposedLife.com

    I have a Silhouette!!! Smile  So I applied one of my favorite flourishes. How do I make the spiral wire photo holders?

    Coil Wire for Photo Display Stand

    Similar to this method, but using something with a larger profile. Wrap the wire around, cut to size. Remove the wire and flatten the coil. I use this annealed wire I bought on Amazon.

    white pedestal display photo holder stand MyRepurposedLife.com

    This picture is from the trip I went on with my daughter Jamie to Colorado for her work. I made three of these “chunky” photo display stands. Two of them have the spiral holders.

    Chalkboard Display Stands

    white pedestal display chalkboard stand MyRepurposedLife.com

     The third one is a chalkboard! I love it! Here it is with chalk.

    pedestal display chalkboard stand MyRepurposedLife.com

    But! Look how cute it looks with a bow and chalk ink marker.

     

    wallies chalkboard labelsI will tell you a little secret. I did not use chalkboard paint on this project. Yep, I used Peel and Stick Chalkboard.  It really makes this project so simple! I have to tell you that I LOVE the way the chalk and marker write on this and wipe off. The decal has a smooth surface, it doesn’t feel like a typical chalkboard.

    These three pedestal display stands cost me nothing! I love putting these things together!

    Here’s my question for you. Which kind do you like better? The thinner ones made from 1x’s or these chunky ones made with 2x’s or the one I made with bead board? I’ll refresh your memory:

    white display stand MyRepurposedLife.com
    1x5

    white photo display stand MyRepurposedLife.com

     2x6

    white bead board photo display stand MyRepurposedLife.com

    bead board
    white chalkboard stand MyRepurposedLife.com
    latest version-chalkboard
    Which is your favorite?
    gail

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    1. Meghan Elaine

      April 05, 2011 at 4:30 am

      Such a fun idea! I love the chalkboard. This would look great on my kitchen counter as a dinner menu.

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    2. Sommer

      April 02, 2011 at 2:43 pm

      Oh I love this idea! I made the photo holders for xmas this past year and I think I'll chalk board this year! I'd love to have you link this to my VIP party today! http://designergarden.blogspot.com/2011/03/vip-party-9.html

      Reply
    3. Caroline @ Rugrats + Royalty

      April 02, 2011 at 12:22 am

      Love the chalkboard ones! Super awesome tutorial...if only I had power tools...hahaha!

      Reply
    4. Claire

      March 29, 2011 at 10:59 pm

      Ohhh-I love the chalkboard and beadboard pedestals-creatively adorable! I'm your newest follower-stop by for a visit-Claire

      Reply
    5. Stephanie

      March 25, 2011 at 3:16 am

      Loving the newest versions! The vinyl scrolls I like better than the wood appliqué . Great job Gail.

      Reply
    6. Connie @ Measured by the Heart

      March 24, 2011 at 6:31 pm

      Hi,
      I found you from the follow along @ Making the world cuter. I am now following you and you can follow me back. Wasnt that a great idea?? Here is a link to a post I did for the follow along. It has all my information. Thanks so much!!
      http://measuredbytheheart.blogspot.com/2011/03/its-follow-along-party.html

      Reply
    7. Kara

      March 24, 2011 at 6:13 pm

      Love the chalkboard one...

      Reply
    8. Oklahomaredhead

      March 24, 2011 at 4:14 pm

      You make the most awesome items! Makes me want to do some also but alas I don't have the equipment except for a wonderful sander. I really like the chalkboard and the one with the silhoutte swirl at the bottom.

      Reply
    9. Cassie @ Primitive & Proper

      March 24, 2011 at 3:36 pm

      ooh lightbulb! you could make these as table markers for the wedding! if you need them that is!

      Reply
    10. Cassie @ Primitive & Proper

      March 24, 2011 at 3:36 pm

      ooh lightbulb! you could make these as table markers for the wedding! if you need them that is!

      Reply
    11. Jennie

      March 24, 2011 at 3:28 pm

      I LOVE ALL OF THEM! SO CUTE! Awesome Job!

      Jennie {Cinnaberry Suite}

      Reply
    12. Betsy

      March 24, 2011 at 3:25 pm

      I think they're all so cute, but I like the beadboard one the best. I'll have to check out those chalkboard decals:)

      Reply
    13. The DIY Show Off

      March 24, 2011 at 3:00 pm

      Awe, I love these Gail! The chalkboard one is my favorite. So cute! Great tutorial! I wish I had your fearlessness when it comes to power tools! 🙂
      R

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    14. Debilou ~ Mississippi Mama

      March 24, 2011 at 2:35 pm

      hey Gail,, these are so cute. I love the 2x6 and the latest version with the chalkboard .. I'm giving you a shout out today on my blog (should be posting shortly) Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    15. Tina Schiefer

      March 24, 2011 at 2:34 pm

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    16. Suzanne@Meridian Road

      March 24, 2011 at 2:25 pm

      I like them all! The flourish at the bottom of the newest one is a great touch.

      I agree with you on the compound miter saw. Ours broke, and I feel a little lost without it.

      Reply
    17. Linh C.

      March 24, 2011 at 1:15 pm

      All three are cute! I'm in love with beadboard right now, so that one's my fave.

      Reply
    18. Proper Prim

      March 24, 2011 at 12:59 pm

      They are all great Gail... but I think my fav it the chalkboard one and second the one with the scrolly thingy on it.

      Great job on all of them.

      Hugs, Deb

      Reply
    19. Susan @ homeroad.net

      March 24, 2011 at 12:51 pm

      I love them both! And I'm so jealous of your power tools! I want to set up a work bench in my basement... I just have to figure out what kind of power tools I will need... any suggestions?
      Thanks for sharing!
      Susan

      Reply
    20. Deb

      March 24, 2011 at 12:29 pm

      Those are so fun! Very clever. Hard to pick a favorite but i think I like the chalk board one.

      Reply
    21. Suzie

      March 24, 2011 at 11:58 am

      too cute!

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    22. Granny

      March 24, 2011 at 11:16 am

      I like the beadboard best but they're all really cute.

      Reply
    23. Coleen's Corner

      March 24, 2011 at 11:15 am

      Oh I do admire your power tool abilities! I still shy away from them - probably because I'd give my husband a heart attack if he saw me touching his tools! Your pedestal photo holders are great!

      Reply

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