Sometimes, I will be out driving and will stop at a new housing development that is open. I’m not actually looking to buy a house right now. However, I like to look in model homes to pick up decorating ideas.
Recently, I stopped at a model home and really liked the decorative art on the wall. It was a circular-shaped piece of dark wood with the opening in the center. I think the wall contained at least three of the circular-shaped pieces of art. Of course, I’m sure it was probably expensive. I took a picture of it with my phone and vowed to be on the lookout for using that type of art in my house, but with a very inexpensive price.
Well, I found a shape that I liked in the thrift store. However, it was connected to a clock. Didn’t let that stop me. It turned out perfect! Plus, it only cost $2. And it’s so simple to turn into art for the wall. Check out below.
Directions:
This is a large frame. It was the perfect size for my front door entrance. Try to locate clock frames that have the color and size you would like to use.
Using a screwdriver, remove any screws on the back of clock.
Remove the back. This was the perfect clock because the back just popped out. I thought that I was going to have to use a hammer to knock out some parts. Nope, worked perfectly.
It was the perfect shape and circle on the inside. Love this!
A great article looking ahead to read more articles like this.
Thanks for showing us how to use clock frames as decorative art.
What a clever idea! It looks great!
Thank you!
I love what you are doing and I am really in tune with your plan to make or save, and to save money. Been doing it all my life, too 😉 In this case I am mystified as to why the empty frame is more desirable than the rather good looking clock. I was expecting to see the clock with a slightly altered frame that fitted your decor, not an empty frame!
Wow! What a cool and unique idea!
Thanks Susie!
Hi Sharon,
Yes, frames used as art is very popular these days. I love the piece that you found it has a vintage fill. Great find and idea.
Thank Trish! It does have that vintage fill. I will now look at all clocks in a different way…..
I love it! I am always on the lookout for new and unique decorating inspiration and you did it – this is fabulous! And, I appreciate your tip to go to open house events to get decorating ideas. I had never even thought of doing that. You did a fantastic job of taking a great idea and making it ridiculously affordable. Kudos!
Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Karen! I’m always on the lookout for doing something different with an item that was meant for something else…..