Capture the castaway vibes at home with our DIY photo hanger! All you need is driftwood, twine and favorite photos to make your own beachy display.

DIY Photo Hanger

WHAT YOU NEED:

  • Piece of driftwood
  • Ball of twine
  • Scissors
  • Hot glue gun and glue
  • Scissors
  • Mini clothespins
  • Your fave photos
    DIY Photo Hanger

WHAT TO DO:

  1. One one end of the driftwood, wrap twine around a few times and tie securely.
  2. Depending on how low you want the hanger to hang, tie a loop at the top of the string.
  3. Bring the string to the other side of the driftwood and repeat step 1.
  4. Cut various layers of twine, tying at the top of the wood and letting the excess hang.
  5. Repeat step 4 until you’re happy with the look.
  6. Using mini clothespins, hang your photos on the twine.
DIY Photo Hanger

DIY Photo Hanger

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2 responses to “DIY photo hanger”

  1. Beth

    Hi. How are you attaching the clothespins? Is that what the hot glue is for?

    1. Aerie

      Hi Beth! Yes, you can use the hot glue gun to attach the clothespins to the twine!

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