Repurposed Wood Shim Table Runner - Thrift Shop Flip
Today's thrift shop flip is one I've actually seen online before and it's pretty simple... no tools required!
But I think the end result, no matter how simple, is so nice.
You may remember from the sneak peek in the DIY Bleached Basket Pendant Light, that this time I'm using some wood shims that I thrifted for just $1.99.
I decided to use them to make a table runner.
Repurposed Wood Shim Table Runner - Thrift Shop Flip
Wood shims are made for a specific purpose and it's not to make a table runner 😂 Shocking, I know, lol.
Shims are used to make doors and windows fit tightly in the rough opening so they don't move around when opened and closed. They are flat pieces of wood, ranging in size from 6 to 10 inches long by 1 1/4 inch wide, and have a taper so one end is thicker than the other.
Aside from this rather boring use, they make a great craft supply!
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- Wood shims (you can also find them HERE)
- Stain
- felt (for backing)
- Wood glue
- Scissors
Step 1: Stain the wood.
Pick out the shims you want to use (note that some shims in the package may be cracked or have missing spots on the thin ends) then stain them on the top, sides, and ends.
Step 3: Glue the shims to the backing.
Use wood glue to glue the shims onto the backing you've chosen to use, alternating the ends of the shims so you'll have one with the thin end and then one with the thick end... thin, thick, thin, thick, etc.
Love the runner! Simple is good! I love a project where you have everything needed right in your stash! And adding the wood slice to the basket will make it more useful. Those little baskets are kind of flimsy and the base gives it more substance and stability. Great projects!
ReplyDeleteThanks!! I found 4 of those little baskets. I did something else with two more of them, I'll have to share that soon too. It's not really worthy of a whole post so maybe I'll include it with another project like I did this one.
DeleteWho would have thought!!! This looks so nice.
ReplyDeleteThanks!
DeleteGreat idea for recycling those wood shims, Tania! I think it adds way more character and charm on a dining table than a fabric runner. Need me some shims.
ReplyDeleteThank you Marie!
DeleteOh my... I adore this wood shim table runner idea! That texture it gives off is decadent!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Donna!!
DeleteLove this project! You were so smart to glue it directly to the backing ! Pinned 😊
ReplyDeleteThanks!
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