Table of Contents
preface 6
introduction 8
Part 1 preparation and tools 11
Chapter 1 wood pallets 101 13
where do I find pallets? 13
how should I transport pallets? 14
what do those markings on the pallet mean? 14
how do I know if it's a good pallet to use? 15
how do I clean the pallet? 17
how exactly do I get this pallet apart? 17
what other kinds of wood could I use if I don't want to take a pallet apart? 24
do I have to be a pro at using power tools to do these projects? 26
what equipment will I need? 26
can you tell me more about the saws I'll be using? 29
what power tools might I need? 32
what does the sandpaper grit number really tell me? 34
who's ready to create something awesome? 34
Part 2 project tutorials 36
the beginning of every project 36
Chapter 2 getting crafty 39
rustic wood clock 40
variation-rope-edged clock 44
picture frames-3 ways 45
pallet slat picture holder 46
barnwood picture frame 48
variation-simple jewelry organizer 51
the perfect Instagram picture frame 52
variation-geometric wall art 56
cut-out silhouette 57
Chapter 3 around the house 63
hook board with repurposed handles 64
shoe organizer 66
pallet slat-backed bookcase 69
full-length mirror frame 74
rustic wooden crate 78
pet feeding station 82
Chapter 4 holidays and entertaining 89
easy peasy star 90
painted silhouette 94
rustic advent calendar 96
miniature tabletop tree 100
American flag 103
pallet slat tree 106
tray with mite red corners 112
Chapter 5 in the yard 119
eclectic directional sign 120
hanging bed 122
shutters 126
welcome mat 130
wine rack with stemware storage 133
planter box with mitered corners 140
cooler surround 145
Chapter 6 furniture 153
headboard 154
large dog bed 158
tabletop 162
Adirondack-like chair 166
bench with decorative angle cuts 171
herringbone coffee table 176
U-shaped side table 182
night stand with arrow detail 189
Chapter 7 the finishing touches 197
aging new wood 198
other embellishment ideas 200
the end 203
index 204
