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COAT RACK

Materials -
  • Acrylic Paints (we used 3 shades of green)

  • Drill

  • Knobs and/or Hooks

  • Paintbrushes

  • Painting Tape

  • Phillips Head Screwdriver

  • Ruler

  • Scissors

  • Screws

  • Sharpie

  • String or Wire

  • Wood Board (5/8" thick)

Instructions:
  1. Use scissors to cut painting tape and lay it on the wood in the design you prefer.

  2. Paint the wood with acrylic paints and let dry.

  3. Use a ruler to lay out the knobs and hooks in a straight line in the order you prefer. Use a sharpie to make marks for drilling. Carefully drill on the marks all the way through the wood.

  4. Screw the knobs into the holes.

  5. Hot glue the wire onto the back of the board.

  6. Hang the rack on the wall.

The chaotic life of a college student can be simplified with a place to keep the important things: coat, wallet, keys. This coat rack is a lifesaver!

Price Range

$$$

Time Estimate

45 minutes

Suggested Retailers

Acrylic Paints -

Michaels, Hobby Lobby

Handheld Drill -

Home Depot, Walmart

Knobs and Hooks -

Home Depot, Target Walmart

Paintbrushes -

Michaels, Target, Home Depot, Walmart

Painting Tape -

Home Depot, Target, Walmart

Phillips Head Screwdriver -

Home Depot, Target, Walmart

Screws -

Home Depot, Target, Walmart

String/Wire -

Michael's, Home Depot, Walmart

Wood Board -

Home Depot

Project Inspiration

Brit + Co

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