DIY family photo memory wall with clothespins
For families who want an easy-to-update display in a hallway or playroom. Choose a wall where photos can be viewed without blocking doors or switches.
What to get
Printed family photos
30 to 40
Jute twine
2 lengths
Mini wooden clothespins
40
Removable adhesive wall hooks
6
Removable adhesive strips
1 pack
Wooden letter pieces for a heading
1 set
Acrylic craft paint
1 set
Small paintbrushes
3
Fine-tip permanent marker
1
Photo corner stickers
1 pack
Paper trimmer
1
Measuring tape
1
Level
1
Pencil
1
Microfiber cloth
1
Who this list is for
Families looking for an easy-to-update photo display in a hallway or playroom can use this clothespin memory wall. Choose a wall where the photos will be visible without covering doors, switches, or daily traffic routes.
How to use this list
Wipe the wall with a microfiber cloth, then use the measuring tape, level, and pencil to mark two lines for the jute twine. Apply the removable adhesive wall hooks and let them set as directed before hanging the twine. Clip printed family photos with mini wooden clothespins. Paint the wooden letter pieces for a heading while the hooks are setting.
Common mistakes
Do not rely on adhesive hooks over dusty or uneven surfaces. Avoid pulling the twine tight enough to strain the hooks, especially once 30 to 40 photos are added. Skip mounting photos where they interfere with a door swing. Use photo corner stickers instead of attaching anything directly to photos you may want to preserve.
What is on this list
This list covers printed family photos, jute twine, 40 mini clothespins, removable wall hooks and strips, wooden letter pieces, acrylic craft paint, small paintbrushes, a fine-tip permanent marker, photo corners, a paper trimmer, measuring tape, level, pencil, and microfiber cloth. Cross off what you own.
When you are done
Stand back and check that the rows are level and photos are not slipping. Keep extra printed photos nearby so the display can change as new family moments arrive.
FAQ
Who is "DIY family photo memory wall with clothespins" for?
Families looking for an easy-to-update photo display in a hallway or playroom can use this clothespin memory wall. Choose a wall where the photos will be visible without covering doors, switches, or daily traffic routes.
How should I use "DIY family photo memory wall with clothespins"?
Wipe the wall with a microfiber cloth, then use the measuring tape, level, and pencil to mark two lines for the jute twine. Apply the removable adhesive wall hooks and let them set as directed before hanging the twine. Clip printed family photos with mini wooden clothespins. Paint the wooden letter pieces for a heading while the hooks are setting.
What should I skip or avoid with "DIY family photo memory wall with clothespins"?
Do not rely on adhesive hooks over dusty or uneven surfaces. Avoid pulling the twine tight enough to strain the hooks, especially once 30 to 40 photos are added. Skip mounting photos where they interfere with a door swing. Use photo corner stickers instead of attaching anything directly to photos you may want to preserve.
What is on the "DIY family photo memory wall with clothespins" list?
This list covers printed family photos, jute twine, 40 mini clothespins, removable wall hooks and strips, wooden letter pieces, acrylic craft paint, small paintbrushes, a fine-tip permanent marker, photo corners, a paper trimmer, measuring tape, level, pencil, and microfiber cloth. Cross off what you own.
What should I do when I am done?
Stand back and check that the rows are level and photos are not slipping. Keep extra printed photos nearby so the display can change as new family moments arrive.
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