Wooden Rulers make the best projects!


If you want to play along...you will need a few rulers {depending on the size you want}.

Hooks. I decided I wanted three for mine. You can find these at your local hardware stores. I bought mine at The Royal Standard.

Wood glue.

One piece of wood. I am using a very old piece of cypress that I had on hand. The size of wood you choose will depend on how many rulers and hooks you will need.

Lay your rulers out on your wood and get an idea of the lengths you want.

I chose to make mine mix-matched for a more vintage look. You can even try some upside down. I even painted one piece yellow for an even more vintage appearance.

After you have cut your rulers to size and laid them out you will then glue them down . You may need to apply some pressure to help with drying. I used some old books.

Then add your hooks!

This has been such a fun project to make!

You cant mess it up a bit..vintage..remember!

It's ok if you have some gaps too..vintage!

I can think of so many projects to do with these sweet rulers.

You can make your board as big or as small as you like. I think it would even be cute to make a small one with only one hook.

I will be selling this one you see in my Etsy!

Now this picture shows what it can look like if you stain your rulers.

This was my first one that I made and after staining it became very dark.

Some of the rulers that I used were very old and dry. That meant it soaked the stain up like a sponge. Just test a small piece before spending hours on your project.

This one came out perfectly vintage! I didn't stain all of this one. I like the look of some aged and some new. Have fun!

81 comments:

♥Aubrey said...

Perfect...like all your projects. I knew this was what you were doing. Didn't want to ruin the surprise for others though!!! Love it ♥

Melissa Stover said...

what a great idea! looks so neat.

Anonymous said...

How stinking cute is this!?!? You have the best ideas. You are such a sweet and talented person. Thanks for sharing with us.

Renee McCranie

Pollyanna said...

Oh I just love it! You really do know how to think out of the box!!

The Graves' House said...

Great! I would love to have one of these hanging in my classroom or anywhere for that matter. You come up with the best ideas...

Empty Nest Full Life said...

I love this project. Were your rulers on the second one new? I would have a hard time finding so many old rulers, but I will definitely be keeping my eyes open. Jackie

Sue said...

Perfect for a back hall or the laundry room in my house!!! love this idea, Susie. Your partially stained one is my fav.
:-) Sue

Suzann @ Lavender and Roses said...

Awesome project! I can see this in several places in my home.

misty said...

I love this! You are so talented! I want one!!! I have missed talking to you, but will be driving this morning to meet my mom and will give you a call!

Darlene said...

That turned out really cute! I am loving a vintage look so that is great!

Amber said...

Wow! What a creative, clever idea! I LOVE it, Susie!

duchess said...

Very cute project. Slow down, girl. You're giving me too many ideas & I can't keep up.

Laura Ingalls Gunn said...

What a great way to repurpose old rulers!

Jenny said...

Wow! You sure have a knack for creative ideas! Who woulda thunk?? :)

Kitty Scraps said...

Good Morning Miz Susie,
I love it! Aren't you a clever girl?!?! Now I'm going to have to start collecting yet another item *smiles*

vintage at heart said...

So very Vintage!!! Right up my alley!!! Love it and your tutorials are always so clear, simple and fun to read!!!!
I love that alpha one below too!!! U R So talented!!!

Mandy in Mayberry said...

That's such a great idea. Love it! Never in a million years would I have thought of that - thanks for sharing it!

Stacey @ The Blessed Nest said...

Such a great project!! Love the look of the rustic rulers paired with the more fancy hooks! You've got some great ideas goin' on! :)

Pat@Back Porch Musings said...

Susie, this is so cute! I love it and I love the piece you made in the previous post! Great creativity!

Stacey said...

Adorable!

Stacey said...

Adorable!

Stacey said...

Adorable!

Mrs. Trixi said...

Susie, it looks great. I really like this idea.

Laurel @ Ducks in a Row said...

Egads - so cute. I'm still trying to know where I would put your last project. Now, I'm really behind.

Rambling Girl said...

Love this! It is totally awesome looking! I am going to make me one for my laundry room. Thanks for the idea and can't wait to see what else you have up your sleave.

Amanda @ Serenity Now said...

Awesome project!! You have the best ideas. :)

Joanna said...

I won't be able to find one ruler at the thrift store! *smiles* Because everybody has seen your project and went and got them all. That would look great in my laundry room...I gotta find me some of those old rulers.

Jen~ Lipstick and Laundry said...

I LOVE it!

Rhoda @ Southern Hospitality said...

Susie, your little creative brain is really working overtime lately! Too cute.

Leslie said...

oh my goodness...this is stunning. i love it. i have been eying rulers for some time now and trying to think what to do with them, but this is amazing. perfect project.

Terri said...

Susie,
This is my favorite project you've done yet! I love it and will definitely be stealing your thunder by making one for my entryway! Sorry you missed the garage sale.... We did well and it helped fund our "girls" trip.

MrsReaux said...

How adorable! That would be the perfect thing for my sister's classroom - I am going to have to tell her to check this project out

Squishypig said...

I went to Louisiana Tech and I use those Lagniappe books all the time to weight things down!

Very cute project. I'd love to do something similar but I have such a hard time finding old rulers like that. The antiquing in the Carolinas is not what I'm used to back home.

Vintage Modern Girl said...

what a fabulous idea!!! you are brilliant :-)

ALVN of WhisperWood Cottage and Junkologie said...

Cute & clever!!

Amy

sarah said...

Wow! I am definately going to have to try this! You have the BEST projects!!!

So blessed! said...

How cool is that!

Love it!

Hugs from Texas...

Karen said...

Ohmygosh! I might need to get on making one of these. I have some "bunny" hooks I have done nothing with at this point. I just have an old plate rack I was going to use to hang things in the mud room. Haven't done that yet either.

Chelle said...

this is why we love you!

junkgarden said...

Very cute! Now to find some of those fabulous old rulers.

Christina said...

What a great idea. I always love seeing your projects.

Shannon said...

So cute, Susie!! I love those!

diXymiss said...

Your projects always measure up to something eXtra special ~ thanX for the great inchspiration!

Squishypig said...

I'm responding to your comment on my blog just because I don't know how cross commenting across blogs works! lol

I graduated in 1999 and yes, I've had to go back and visit my brick. My mom ordered me a "rendering" of my brick to frame and my own MOTHER didn't spell my middle name right so I had to make sure the actual thing was spelled correctly.

diXymiss said...

Dear Susie, thanX so much for popping by. I'm back up and running and very thankful to be reconnected. What a nice surprise to see your comments. Now you've made MY day!

Amanda@Imperfectly Beautiful said...

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this. Do you have creativity oozing out your ears or what lady? You have such a talent!

Now I'm off to scour the house for old rulers. I can think of at least 4 right off the top of my head. Whoo-hoo!

~Amanda

Blue Creek Home said...

I lost track of how I wound up here, but Wow!...I am glad I did.
I love your blog!
Love the round letter idea, and the yard stick idea, and I'm sure I love all of your ideas. Gotta run, so I can catch up all of them.
Come to see me!
Rhonda

Stephanie said...

Girl, you totally rock and "rule"!! ;)

I LOVE it!

Leslie said...

i obviously could not resist...i had to buy it from your shop right away!! i can not wait until it gets here.

Cheryl said...

Susie,
You are on a creative roll girlie! Loved teh typeface lettered project you posted the other day and this one is just as creative.
Thanks for sharing your creativity.

Tennille said...

Love it- I really liked the stained one too:) So glad your Etsy is back up. I need a sign for my kitchen now!!

The Feathered Nest said...

Susie, you share the neatest projects!!!! This rack is just wonderful ~ I love old rulers...you have a sweet, generous spirit ~ xxoo, Dawn

Shelia said...

HI Dear Susieness! Oh, you're just the smartest one! I love this! How do you think up all of these great little projects?
Thanks for popping in to see me!
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)

Draffin Bears said...

Hi Susie,

What a wonderful idea and love your coat rack. You are very talented.
Thank you for visiting my blog.

Enjoy your week
Hugs
Carolyn

southern queen bee said...

Hey I will take the one you messed up...VERY CUTE...just like you!

Cricket said...

Just went looking for it in your etsy shop and it's gone! Arrghhh!

Robin @ My Blessed Nest said...

Beautiful, Susie! I saw some old ruler projects in a magazine a long time ago, so I saved a few that my dad had on hand. But I've never done anything with them...maybe I'll try something like this!

Thanks for sharing it with us!

Petit Coterie said...

I love coming to your blog, you have so many great ideas. Love the rulers and hooks, how creative!

Michelle

Katy said...

So much fun!!!!!! Neat Christmas present idea or any special occasion for someone that appreciates vintage things.

Kasey said...

LOVE it!

Lana said...

You are as smart as a fox! You always come up with the cutest ideas. Love, love, love the vintage look!

southerninspiration said...

Hey we went to Tech too...when were you there??? Oh, and that is a super cute idea!!!
PS....we don't have a brick though!!

Krys said...

Your projects and home are just beautiful! I love the ruler rack. What are your wall colors? (and please forgive if you've already posted a link giving that info.)
My husband went to Tech too, it's so funny to see the yearbooks on here.

Kasey said...

when do you sleep?

Aimee said...

What a great idea, again!!! You always come up with beautiful and unique things.

I just put up a NEW POST on my Blog! If you have a chance, come by and say hi!

Have a great week,
Aimee

PamperingBeki said...

That is seriously cute! Great job.

Tricia Anne said...

Oh how cute! I love the "old" look of the rulers! You did a great job! :o)
Sincerely ~ Tricia Anne

Rachel@oneprettything.com said...

That's so pretty! I love the aged effect, very nice! Thanks so much for sharing, I'll be linking to this.

janae said...

Susie~
Thanks for sharing! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this idea! just picked up a cute little crown hook at HobLob that I was trying to figure out something to do with and YOU have provided my inspiration! Now the real fun begins -searching out vintage rulers :)

Melissa Miller said...

~WOW! Susie that is truly beyond adorable. LOVE it!

I'm having my B-day giveaway if you would like to stop by. You're always welcome! :)

Kimm at Reinvented said...

Wow Susie, that's fabulous. I LOOOVE it.

Jen R. said...

Pretty cool~!

Barb said...

wonderful
thanks
Barbara jean

bj said...

Oh, Susie...I've just GOT to have something black with numbers on it..I am NOT a bit crafty so I keep watching your shop for something with numbers!! I gotta stay up with the crowd, ya know..and I sure as heck can't afford PB...bwaaaaaaaa

Dorinda said...

Great idea, I love it!

Ruth said...

I absolutely love it. What a great idea.

Ruth

HeathahLee said...

How in the world do you come up with the ideas for these projects? That is the CUTEST idea! I love it! It makes me think of my grandparents' old yardsticks they got from hardware stores when I was little.

Cathy said...

OMG how darn cute is that...you are so crafty...

Rochelle said...

Love this idea!! So vintage!

Leslie said...

susie, thank you so much...i love love love it...sadly the postal service broke one of the hooks. the box was a little smushed when it got here. but my husband is very handy and says that he has glue just for metal that will fix it.

Cathy said...

I love this!! You did a wonderful job..as usual :o)

{{Big Hugs}}

Cathy