Easy Handmade Wall Hanging (With Burlap)

Is your front porch looking a bit dull? Bring it back to life with this easy handmade wall hanging! All you need is some burlap and a few other supplies on hand to get started. It’s really that simple!

I have been working on our porch and really trying to make it homey. On my front porch, I had this giant exterior wall and knew I wanted to hang something there… but I couldn’t find anything I liked.

I decided if I couldn’t find it, I would just make it myself! So, I made this handmade wall hanging from burlap.

This is such a simple idea but it gives a BIG impact for a small price.

I came up with this idea because I hate the thought of putting nails or screws into the side of our house. I wanted something pretty but light enough to hang on an outdoor Command hook.

This is the result and it was so easy to make!

Note: If you loved the look and feel of this wall hanging, get an inside look at all of the vintage farmhouse decor I used to finish my porch!

How To Make A Handmade Wall Hanging

Making this burlap wall hanging is so simple and straight; not to mention, customizable!

Here’s a list of everything you’ll need…

Supplies Needed

• Burlap (I used a 36 x 36-inch piece)
• Wood strips (2 that are 36 inches long)
• Wood stain (I love these wood finishing cloths)
• Twine
• Scissors
• Black paint (outdoor paint preferred)
• Sharpie marker
• Farm printable (click here to download ours)
• Paintbrush
• Staple gun and staples
• Sewing machine and thread
• Outdoor Command Hooks

Instructions

Here’s how to make this outdoor wall hanging with burlap…

Step 1

Start by printing the words that you want on your handmade wall hanging.

I printed in poster mode so that it printed out on a bunch of sheets of paper that could be taped together into one large poster.

Pro Tip: Use scissors and tape to make your poster-sized print!

Step 2

Cut a piece of burlap to size and sew with a zig-zag stitch all the way around the outer edge. This will prevent any fraying both when you hang and as you work on your project.

Step 3

Lay the piece of burlap over your poster-sized print. I had to do this on the floor because it was so large.

You will be able to see the words through the burlap as shown below.

Step 4

Use a sharpie marker to trace around all of the letters.

Step 5

Then, you just have to fill in those lines with black outdoor paint.

Pro Tips: Be sure to protect your work surface as the paint will bleed through the burlap. Also, I recommend good quality outdoor paint so your handmade wall hanging will last as long as possible.

Step 7

I then used a staple gun to attach the burlap to the back of the strips. I also used a staple to secure the twine to both ends of the top strip for hanging.

Just tie a knot around the staple on either side.

Once you have added the burlap to the wood strips on both the top and bottom, you are ready to add this burlap wall hanging to your outdoor decor.

Pro Tip: Outdoor Command hooks are what I recommend for this job. I have found they work great in my space!

FAQs

Here are a couple of questions that I see readers ask about learning how to make a handmade wall hanging. If you have a question, please check to see if I’ve already answered it below. Don’t see it? Leave it for me in the comments!

How do I keep my burlap wall hanging from fading in the sun?

I recommend using good-quality outdoor paint on your burlap. This will help it to withstand the elements better and prevent fading.

Can I make this wall hanging with a different fabric?

You can use any type of fabric that you’d like. I’ve even seen people use drop cloths!

Can I make this handmade wall hanging without the burlap?

Yes, you can. Just print your design on heavy cardstock and follow the instructions above.

I don’t have an outdoor space. Can I still make this wall hanging?

Absolutely! This wall hanging would look great indoors as well.

I don’t have a sewing machine. What do I do?

Yes, you can! Just use a hot glue gun to attach the burlap to the wood strips.

How do I clean it?

Spot clean with a damp cloth as needed.

I love the “Welcome to our Farm” sentiment but you could make this with the words of your choice added to the front. Just make them large and print with that poster-sized option.

Love this and looking for more pictures of my porch? Check out this blog post for the full reveal.

In the meantime, make your own handmade wall hanging and add to your home decor….inside or out!

Love this and want more burlap projects? Try these ideas!

• Flower Wreath from Burlap
• Mason Jar Lamp with Burlap Shade
• Burlap Sunflower Wreath
• Burlap Table Runner
• DIY Burlap Cactus Succulent

Easy Handmade Wall Hanging (With Burlap)

Is your front porch looking a bit dull? Bring it back to life with this easy handmade wall hanging! All you need is some burlap and a few other supplies on hand to get started. It's really that simple!

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Supplies

• 1 piece Burlap I used a 36 x 36-inch piece
• 1 strips Wood strips 36 inches long each
• Wood stain I love these wood finishing cloths
• Twine
• 1 Scissors
• Black paint Outdoor paint preferred
• 1 Sharpie marker
• 1 Farm printable Click here to download ours
• Paintbrush
• Staple gun and staples
• Sewing machine and thread
• Outdoor Command Hooks

Instructions

• Start by printing the words that you want on your handmade wall hanging.
• Cut a piece of burlap to size and sew with a zig-zag stitch all the way around the outer edge. This will prevent any fraying both when you hang and as you work on your project.
• Lay the piece of burlap over your poster-sized print. I had to do this on the floor because it was so large. You will be able to see the words through the burlap as shown below.
• Use a sharpie marker to trace around all of the letters.
• Then, you just have to fill in those lines with black outdoor paint.
• While your wall hanging dries, stain your wood strips with the wood finishing cloths. Just rub on the stain, allow it to set a few seconds, and rub it off. Allow those to dry as well.
• I then used a staple gun to attach the burlap to the back of the strips. I also used a staple to secure the twine to both ends of the top strip for hanging.

  Just tie a knot around the staple on either side.
• Once you have added the burlap to the wood strips on both the top and bottom, you are ready to add this burlap wall hanging to your outdoor decor.

Notes

• I printed in poster mode so that it printed out on a bunch of sheets of paper that could be taped together into one large poster.
• Be sure to protect your work surface as the paint will bleed through the burlap.
• I recommend good quality outdoor paint so your handmade wall hanging will last as long as possible.
• Outdoor Command hooks are what I recommend for this job. I have found they work great in my space!

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