Build idea
Wooden Fall Leaf Wall Hanging
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A hangable fall leaf wall piece in hardwood or plywood, cut as a single silhouette or layered leaves. Keyhole hangers or D-rings on the back let it sit flat on the wall.
- Rough size
- About 14 in tall x 10 in wide
- Wood
- Maple, cherry, walnut, or birch for a solid leaf, Thin Baltic birch or hardwood scrap for layered leaves, Optional thin plywood backer for layered builds
Hang with keyhole hangers or D-rings into wall studs or rated anchors. For light decorative weight only.
Tools you might use
- Band saw
- Drill and bits
- Sanding
- Scroll saw with fine blades (or bandsaw / jigsaw for simpler outlines)
- Drill with a small bit for blade-entry holes and hang screws
- Needle files and a sanding block, 150–220 grit
- Wood glue and clamps (layered option)
- Wipe-on oil, clear finish, or stain
- Keyhole hangers or D-rings
Our tool picks for this idea: Clamps · Wood glue
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