What you'll make
Picture the two of you saying your vows inside a big wooden hexagon, warm brown wood against the trees, with a swag of greenery or a sheer drape if you want one. It's the shape everyone recognizes from boho weddings, and it stands right where the photographer will point the camera all afternoon. About $37 for the frame.
Materials (per item)
- long thin wooden boards (1x4, 8 ft) · 3 boardscut into the six sides of the hexagon$11.04
- thick wooden board (2x4, 8 ft) · 1 boardcut into the two feet$4.25
- flat metal joining plates · 6 platesjoin the boards at each corner$5.88
- short wood screws (3/4 in) · 24 screwsfasten the plates to the boards$3.96
- long wood screws (2-1/2 in) · 8 screwsbuild the two feet$2.94
- wood stain (dark brown) · 1 small cangives the pale wood a warm color$8.98
- DIY cost each$37.05
Tools
- Miter saw (or circular saw with a speed square)
- Drill with Phillips bit
- 3/32 in drill bit for pilot holes
- Tape measure
- Pencil
- Sanding block or sander with 120-grit paper
- Rags and disposable gloves
- Safety glasses
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