Now, this was a score of the day. Today, I am sharing how to make your own DIY pallet shelf with burlap and chicken wire.
It all started with a simple run of the mill errand at Home Depot with my husband. While going up and down the aisles looking for something {because it takes forever to find} I spied this pallet tossed to the side. I grabbed it.
Took it home cleaned it up real good outside with bleach and a hose.
Let it dry. Brought it in and decided I would paint it with Scarlet red rit dye.
Do you know how easy it is to paint on untreated with rit dye? I used ½ cup of dye and two cups of hot water. BAM, painted away like a breeze.
I couldn’t just leave well enough alone. I wanted to add a little chicken wire and burlap to the back of my shelf. I already had the burlap leftover from my diy rag wreath. The Chicken wire was inexpensive as well and now I have enough for a year’s worth of whatever projects I want to use it for.
As you can see I simply cut everything to size the back. Sorry for these dark gloomy pictures. I was working basically in the middle of the night. I get a burst of energy sometimes.
You remember I just showed you how to dye burlap, that was easy and looks cute on the shelf next to my German china tea set pieces from my father in law.
nice to display these things of sentiment.
I can’t wait to decorate my pallet for the seasons, oh what fun I will have changing it up. You know this is my second FREE diy pallet, and the other one I adore and change up all the time as well.
You can’t beat FREE shelving.
So happy you stopped by today. Whenever you are at these hardware stores, keep your eyes open. In fact, they usually have a bunch outside near their garden centers. This is what we used to hang the shelf.
Of course, they look at you like you are crazy when you are taking them.
I mean don’t they know, we are bloggers on the lookout all the time??
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So very, very cute! Love the color ( RIT? Really? Wow!) and looks so cute with the chicken wire.
Yep, Rit dye, worked awesome on untreated wood. You can only paint on untreated wood.
Great free project Debbie. Love the color you used.
I think this could be my favorite project that you’ve done so far!
Oh my..this is my favourite!!! But I say that to every project you do. To the perfect color,chicken wire,burlap and the wood, I love it!!!.
You do say that Jessie:) and I thank you every time:) XO
What did u use to hang it on the wall?
They are called perfect hang OOK, I will add a picture to show you. I meant to do that. thanks.
Debbie,
This looks so cute with the chicken wire. You are the Rit Dye Queen. The color is great.
Kris
So cute! I snagged a small pallet from Lowes and my husband was so embarassed that I actually asked if I could have it and carried it through the store with me.
I’m looking forward to seeing all of the burlap projects!
Adina
Well the lady at Home depot looked at me with 4 eyes when I said I am using this to decorate with. My husband does NOT get embarrassed anymore.
I’m already picturing how you can decorate the shelf for Christmas. Great idea, as always!
The red Rit really stands out on the pallet. So now I have to add this process to my list of things to do. Maybe orange on pallets for Halloween?
Great Rit Dye tip!!
Thanks so much,
Deb
Thank you so much for sharing. Really turned out cute. I am pinning!
love ya girl, Ginger
Thank you so much for sharing !! Love the idea!! Going to have to pin it and try this weekend:)
Cool, thanks!
Hi Debbie.
You are the greatest…… love the color on the pallet . I agree, it could be decorated all year long. I may look for a
pallet and do this. That’s how much I love it. Just think of the possibilities to decorate a covered patio wall…..Just
love the flower, also. Keep going…….. Hugs, Judy
LOL…thanks Judith, you are awesome! Do it, do it, do it!
love the color its perfect and the chicken wire and burlap are the perfect backing another fun project 🙂
All right Debi….the rit goes on the cucumber crate. LOL It for sure sure is unfinished and will go either on the wall in my new craft shop or in our den.
If it is unfinished wood you are golden it will work like a charm!
I need to find myself a pallet ASAP…LOVE IT….Christine From Little Brags
I just did a post a week or so ago about all the pallet projects that are calling my name. Now I REALLY need to get a pallet! 🙂
Sooo cute!! Awesome project!
What an awesome idea! Love the red!
Your free pallet shelf is fabulous! Love the chicken wire and burlap addition.
Oh Debbie, I love it! There is something about that red color and then with the added chicken wire & burlap, you can’t go wrong!
Oh, I can tell this is going to be a pinner of a week! I’m starting with this one.
(I loved the painting with Rit part. That color was fantastic.
Well, isn’t that the cutest thing? What a great repurposing of a pallet. LOVE it and love the color and the burlap! GREAT job!!!! xo Diana ps. Bet that gets pinned many, many times- xo Diana
So very cute! and unique, simply love it!
So pretty! OMG I love red, and that is a particularly gorgeous shade!!! Love this!
I love the red! And, the shelf turned out so cute.
Debbie, yo are awesome! This is beautiful…I love the text of the graphic peeking out between those bright red boards. The chicken wire (and the chickens!) are absolutely perfect. You’re a visionary!
Oh my Debbie, I did not see this!! Too super cute!!
Debbie, thanks so much for this post…it looks like something I could take on and be happy with the results. I am really loving most everything I find with burlap and chicken wire these days and this has the best combination of both. Thanks for all the great ideas you share!
You are very welcome Wanda. Thanks for your visit today!
First I love that you used the word “cruddy!” My mom used to say it too. Then love that this whole project was practically free. Finally…the color just rocks. You knocked this one out of the park!
I just love this Debbie!! So creative, as always. Pinned and sharing via Buffer on FB/Twitter in just a little bit. xoxo
Oh this is awesome!! I’ve already pinned it!!! I’ve got a couple pallets left in the back…..the possibilities are endless!! Thank you!!!~~Angela
That is really cute and love your photos.
I came to look at the mint chocolate brownies, but while I was eating one I had to look at your new shelf! I love it, the amazing effect of Rit dye is it looks just like it was stained, only with Rit you wouldn’t be limited to colors….Oh goodness I sound like a commercial, anyway Great job!
Carol
Really cute Debbie. It goes so well with your kitchen. The dye stain took very well and love the red.
When I have asked Lowes or Home Depot for pallets, they say they have to return them. Guess that issue may be different in some areas. Love the little pallets though.
Audrey Z. @ Timeless Treasures
I saw your pallet shelf on Pinterest and just had to check it out!! I must say that I love your shelf! It’s great that Home Depot let you have the pallet. My husband asked at our Home Depot and Lowe’s but was told they can’t give them away.
Do you mind if I ask you a couple questions about making the shelf? What size is the shelf? I thought it was the whole pallet but then in one of the pictures, it looks smaller. The second question I have is what did you use to put the Rit Dye on the pallet?
I’m so glad I found your blog and am looking forward to spending more time here.
Hi Donna…that is strange that they would not give him the pallets. Considering they throw them out. I have pulled in the back of the store and some guys have actually helped me get them in the car that work there. This shelf I would say is 24x 12. Perfect for a wall shelf. I just painted the rit dye on with a pain brush, as per my instructions to keep the rit warm in the microwave when painting on untreated wood.
Hi Debbie, It’s me again! I was just trying to tell my husband what kind of brush you used to on this project but once I came back here, I don’t see the brush. It must have been on another project that I looked at last night where you commented about the kind of brush you use……it’s something that’s like a dollar at the home hardware store. Do you know what I’m referring to? I was all over your blog and can’t remember if it was even with a Rit Dye or pallet project!
The reason I ask is because my husband graciously does all the shopping for me, since I’m physically disabled b/c of an accident. He’s so good about getting anything as long as I can give him detailed information….or a picture. 🙂
Thanks so much for your help and time!
Where did you buy the chicken wire?
Home depot or Lowes carries it near the fencing department. You have to buy a big roll of it though. It’s cheap and I have used it for other projects.
Now this is really terrific. First pallet shelf I have liked.
I am making this project for a Christmas gift today! Love it.