DIY Chicken Wire Jewelry Holder

In this blog you will find out how to make a DIY chicken wire jewelry holder with simple steps.

OVERVIEW

• Estimated Completion Time: ~3 Hours
• Experience Required: Low
• Tools Required: Staple Gun, Wire Cutters, Pliers, Paint, Sandpaper
• Materials Required: Chicken Wire, Frame, Paint, Packing Tape

STEP 1) Take Measurements

• Use a tape measure to find out the inner size of your frame.
• This step is easier done early when the frame still has the backing inside.

 

STEP 2) Remove Glass and Backing

• Take out the glass and the backing if your frame has any.
• If it has a shiny coating, slightly sand the frame so you can paint it in the next step. 

 

STEP 3) Paint the Frame

• Paint the frame with any color that you would like, and then let it dry.
• If you’d like a more opaque finish, you can add a second coat as well.

 

STEP 4) Give the Frame an Aged Look

• Use a fine sandpaper to slightly distress the paint.
• This will give the end result an aged look.

 

STEP 5) Cut the Chicken Wire

• Now that the frame is ready, cut a slightly bigger piece of the chicken wire mesh than the measurements you’ve taken at Step 1. 
• Use gloves to protect your hands.

 

STEP 6) Attach the First Side of the Chicken Wire

• Attach the mesh to the right side first with a staple gun at every second opening.

 

STEP 7) Attach to the Top of the Frame

• Staple along the top of the frame as well, just like you did with the right side.

 

STEP 8) Staple the Remaining Sides

• When stapling along the left side and the bottom, make sure to always pull on the mesh slightly to straighten it.

 

STEP 9) Seal the Ends of the Mesh

• To prevent damaging the wall or your hands, cover the ends of the mesh with packing tape.

 

STEP 10) Hang the Jewelry

• Now that you are all done, you can hang your jewelry on this finished DIY project.

 

TIPS

• You can add some fabric to the frame that will act as backing.
• Attach the fabric as you have attached the chicken wire to the frame.
• Always pull on the material when attaching to make sure that it remains wrinkle free.