DIY Wall Art Panel Christmas Tree Alternative

Step 1

Cut the Plywood to Size

Measure and cut sheet of plywood to size using a circular saw or a jig saw. It should measure about twice as tall as it is wide to resemble the dimensions of a Christmas tree. We cut this piece to 36″ wide x 72″ tall.

Title: DIY Wall Art Panel Christmas Tree Alternative

Step 2

Cut Wood Stabilizing Strips

Cut the 2″ x 2″ white wood to use on the back side of the plywood that will help to give the plywood stability.

Step 3

Adhere The Stabilizers

Use caulking to adhere the wood stabilizing strips to the back. No nails necessary!

Step 4

Cut And Affix The Wood Molding

Cut the wood molding to size to frame the plywood. Then attach the wood molding to the front of the plywood with caulk and clamp until dry.

Step 5

Paint The Panel

Once the caulking is dry you are ready to paint! Give the front of the wood a coat of primer and then finish with two coats of a high quality semigloss white trim paint.

Step 6 (Optional)

Add Decorative Molding

Add decorative molding over the existing molding on the front of the frame. We used plastic self adhesive molding for a special touch of glam!

Step 7

The Finishing Touch!

Now you’re ready for the finishing touch. Decide where you’d like to add the hooks for hanging your ornaments! We used the National Hardware 3/4″ Classic Sold Brass Cup Hooks laying them out in the shape of a Christmas tree using a painters’ tape outline as a guide. Pre-drilling the holes makes it easy to screw the cup hooks into place. Add your ornaments using cording or string and step back to enjoy!