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    Home » Repurposed Furniture » Headboard Photo Display Sign

    Headboard Photo Display Sign

    Published by Gail | Published February 2, 2012 | Updated August 15, 2020
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    Here's a great repurposed headboard ideas -- a photo display sign. Using an old headboard, I added some clips to display photos. Easy project. #MyRepurposedLife #repurposed #headboard #photo #display #sign #easy #diy via @repurposedlife

    If you follow me on FaceBook, you’ve already seen the “after” of this headboard photo display sign project.

     

    Repurposed Headboard photo Display Sign

    100_5855Last fall my nephew Kevin gave me these two pieces, a headboard and a foot board. I really didn’t know what I was going to do with them. A few weeks ago, I gathered some items (which included one of these) to take to the basement shop so I would have something to work on during the cold weather.

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    Patch Hardware Holes on Headboard Project

    repurposed headboard photo display (2)I sanded the headboard to remove the shine and filled the holes with spackling, then a little wood putty.

     

    Paint Headboard Photo Display Sign

    repurposed headboard photo display (3)

    Then, I painted the photo display sign black.

    So, I shopped for some clips. I checked a few stores including Staples. But, I couldn’t find anything that I thought suited my project. I shopped online and found bulldog clips and clipboard clips. Yeah, I know a lot of people use the bulldog clips, but they really weren’t what I was looking for. I went with the clipboard clips.
    EDITED TO ADD:  These clips are very shiny and scratch easily. I roughed mine up with sandpaper which gave them more of a brushed nickel look to make them match the coat hooks.

    Add Coat Hooks and Clips

    repurposed headboard photo display (30)

    The clipboard clipsare very strong and difficult to attach without an extra hand. I struggled through it, but it was definitely a challenge. I bent one, then attached two, and ended up removing them moving them higher.

    Don't you love the way they curve with the top of the board? (note: clipboards do not come with screws)
    I added some coat hooks to the bottom, but I felt like the photo display was missing something. (besides pictures!)

    Design Words for Photo Display Sign

    imageI designed a phrase in my Silhouette Studio. The font is LoosieScript. I’ve also been working on tracing/cutting out jamie’s  work logo. It’s really amazing how you can upload and TRACE!

     

    repurposed headboard photo display (11)awwww, that’s better! Those are jamie and andy’s engagement photos.

    repurposed headboard photo display (21)What do you think about the clipboard clips? Better than the bulldog clips? This photo display sign will be for sale, and I can see that it could be very helpful for a busy family—think school notes etc, with backpacks ready to go!
    I have one more, what do you think I should do with it?
    gail

     

    see more repurposed headboard ideas here

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    1. girlfromwva

      July 17, 2014 at 3:43 pm

      this is a really nice idea! thanks for the tutorial!

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    2. Michele Maddix

      July 17, 2014 at 2:55 pm

      I agree with you that the clipboard clips go better with it than the bulldog clips.

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    3. Jackie

      July 17, 2014 at 12:36 pm

      You always have the most creative ideas....love this one!

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    4. Desiree Siegel

      August 04, 2012 at 3:57 pm

      Don't know if you will see this, as it is now August, 2012... but, I have two headboards just like yours and was so stumped what to do with them! Now I know! Thank you for the fabulous idea!! Also, for your other one, maybe do it in another color and use the same hooks as you used on the bottom for the top and hang old wooden clothes hangers on them to hold pictures. The kind that were used for slacks, tableclothes, etc... I love your blog, you are one smart cookie!!! Desiree Siegel tdsiegel@hotmail.com

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    5. Shelly @A Creative Space

      February 16, 2012 at 2:04 am

      You keep coming up with amazing pieces. I hope you keep a running catalog. Then you can pick it up whenever you like and think.... oooooh that one was really great... and that one.... and that one....
      But, I guess that is what your blog is for!

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    6. Mimi@blueroofcabin

      February 11, 2012 at 3:51 pm

      I love this repurpose, the hooks on the bottom are just perfect! This would make a perfect inspiration board in my craft room 😉 those clips could hold fabric swatches too....oh the possibilities.

      Reply
    7. Good Time Charlie

      February 10, 2012 at 5:13 am

      This is so clever! I love that it doesn't look anything like a head board now. Thank you so much for sharing.

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    8. Lindsay @ Diary of a Crafty Lady

      February 04, 2012 at 5:15 pm

      I love it Gail. I have a few headboards in my basement - this looks like a fun thing to do with them.
      You mention that you might sell it. Where do you sell your things??
      Lindsay

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    9. Kim @ Too Much Time

      February 04, 2012 at 1:07 am

      I NEED to find some old headboards! This project is just too cute! I would love it if you stopped by to share this at my linky party going on right now:)
      http://too-much-time.com/2012/02/diy-craft-link-party.html

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    10. Stephanie

      February 03, 2012 at 8:52 pm

      Love this all purpose memo board! It can be used for so many things, I pinned it of course 🙂

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    11. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.

      February 03, 2012 at 2:12 am

      Very cool and clever too! Love those clipboard clips!

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    12. Toqua's Crafts

      February 02, 2012 at 11:18 pm

      I have not tried the "Upload and Trace" with my Silhouette! I will have to try that!!

      I like the curve of the (headboard) piece. I think I could see this best in a mud room / entry way. I think it would definitely need to be installed on studs.

      With the other one you could make a "Daybed" for a pet or simply make another "clipboard" (especially if this one sells quickly!)

      You could use chalkboard paint behind the picture area in case someone would want to jot a quick note. You could easily add a chalk or pencil holder by using a piece of molding (or a cup hook and a string).

      I know you're not crazy about magnetic paint, but you can get magnets, glue them on, and use other magnets instead of the clipboard clips.

      Just the few ideas that came to me as I was typing this!
      Great job (as usual)!!

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    13. Suzanne@Meridian Road

      February 02, 2012 at 10:23 pm

      I really like the clipboard clips! I like the whole project~it's great looking and I think it would be really useful for a busy family, too.
      As for the footboard~I think it would make a great back for a bench. Or it could be a cute dollbed. I'm sure you'll do something fabulous with it!

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    14. Janet

      February 02, 2012 at 6:47 pm

      I love your creative ideas! The quote you used is perfect for it!

      Reply
    15. Oklahomaredhead

      February 02, 2012 at 6:02 pm

      What a great idea! Love it!! This would be perfect for a family with a busy life. They could add a little time on the side for pencils or pens incase they needed one to sign those permission slips!

      Reply
    16. Cassie @ Primitive & Proper

      February 02, 2012 at 5:41 pm

      that would be really great for kids to display their artwork, too!

      Reply
    17. Tonya @ My Cozy Little Farmhouse

      February 02, 2012 at 5:36 pm

      Just wanted you to know I nominated you for the versatile blogger award! Enjoy!

      http://mycozylittlefarmhouse.blogspot.com/2012/02/versatile-blogger.html

      Reply
    18. Korrie@RedHenHome

      February 02, 2012 at 3:27 pm

      The clipboard clips are great! What a fun re-purpose.

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    19. Sandi @ The Primitive Skate

      February 02, 2012 at 3:18 pm

      I Love the way your memo board turned out and I Love the clips you used. Jamie and Andy's pictures are adorable1 Cute couple.

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    20. Betsy

      February 02, 2012 at 3:09 pm

      This is awesome! Thanks for the tip on ordering these clips from Amazon. I've tried to get them off of existing clipboards without much luck.
      Love this idea. You'll probably be making another one soon because this one will sell for sure!

      Reply
    21. Vanessa

      February 02, 2012 at 2:35 pm

      Hi, Gail

      What a tutorial! I love it and what a great idea.

      Vanessa

      Reply
    22. Nicole @My Thrafty Life

      February 02, 2012 at 2:20 pm

      Lovin' it!

      Reply
    23. Julie @ followyourheartwoodworking

      February 02, 2012 at 2:16 pm

      Another great project, Gail... you just are so creative!

      Reply
    24. Frazzled Mom of Five

      February 02, 2012 at 2:04 pm

      Oh my this is amazing! I would natch it right up!

      Reply
    25. Judy

      February 02, 2012 at 2:00 pm

      Very clever idea. I love the clip board clips.

      Reply
    26. Sylvia

      February 02, 2012 at 1:52 pm

      Great project! The clip board clips are so much better than bulldog clips. I can see school papers, photos, even a calendar clipped on the board. Hanging school back packs by the door would be awesome.

      Reply
    27. Teri

      February 02, 2012 at 1:19 pm

      I like adding the hooks. Looks great!

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    28. I Play Outside The Box

      February 02, 2012 at 12:56 pm

      Fabulous, as always!!!

      Reply
    29. Grammy Goodwill

      February 02, 2012 at 12:55 pm

      This really turned out cute. I like the clipboard clips because of the way they go with the curve. I'm just wondering how heavy that is to hang on a wall???

      Reply
    30. Full Circle Creations

      February 02, 2012 at 12:46 pm

      So that's the headboard you were talking about. I absolutely love it. I like Kat's idea. Whatever you did will be great I'm sure.

      Have a nice day!
      Holly

      Reply
    31. Our Delightful Home

      February 02, 2012 at 12:36 pm

      Creative idea!

      Mrs. Delightful recently posted: My Memories Giveaway @ ourdelightfulhome.blogspot.com

      Reply
    32. Kat

      February 02, 2012 at 12:33 pm

      This is great, Gail! The clipboard clips perfectly compliment the arch of the board. A matching chalkboard could work, with a slat for 'groceries', 'appointments', 'daily tasks', etc., with clipboard clips along the bottom for personal notes, reminders.

      Reply
    33. Terri

      February 02, 2012 at 12:14 pm

      duh...just read the end of the post and you sort of came up with the idea already...anyhoo, maybe that's what you should do with the second one!

      I can see primary colors...

      Reply
    34. Terri

      February 02, 2012 at 12:11 pm

      This is adorable! I love it as a picture holder, but I can also see it done up for kids and hanging school projects on it. I must show my daughter!

      Great job, as ALWAYS!

      Reply
    35. Inspire Me Heather

      February 02, 2012 at 11:32 am

      I love it Gail, it looks great!

      Reply
    36. Susan @ homeroad.net

      February 02, 2012 at 11:22 am

      Gail, one of my favorite things to do is to make memo boards from re-purposed items... I love your headboard memo board! Great job!
      Susan

      Reply
    37. Sherry@ Ties2ThePast

      February 02, 2012 at 11:21 am

      What a GREAT idea!!!!
      I love the clipboard clips, they fit perfect!
      ♥'s
      Sherry

      Reply

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