Wednesday, April 13, 2011

Ballard Designs Wall Plaque Knock Off

I've been working on a really big project for the last couple of weeks, and I finally get to reveal it! I'm guest posting over on Jess's blog today as part of a series called The Sincerest Form of Flattery. It's a joint effort between Craftiness is not Optional and kojo designs, and it's an entire two weeks of knock off projects!

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Today I'm sharing a woodworking tutorial (believe it or not :) on how I knocked off a huge $259 Ballard Designs wall plaque for $75!

Here's the Ballard version...

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And here's mine...


I'm really excited about this one! Go check out the full tutorial over on Craftiness is not Optional!

12 comments:

  1. It looks fabulous, Gwen! Great job.

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  2. Super awesome! I am so going to make this! Thanks for the inspiration! I found you from talking to Amy @ Ameroonie Designs. I am your newest follower and can't wait to see more inspiration - but no pressure!

    Have a great week!
    Irene
    lvcraftygirls.blogspot.com

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  3. Wow that was a big project..it turned out really well and looks great on your wall!

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  4. Gorgeous Gwen! i love it. Heading over to check out the tutorial!
    xoxo,
    Amy

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  5. Seriously, FABULOUS. Oh my goodness! I LOVE it!

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  6. Yours looks great; I even like it better! :) Great job; I am afraid to use power tools, your my idol!! :)

    jodi

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  7. Gwen, you are awesome! Quite an ambitious and very well-done knock off!

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  8. Holy mackerel, that's a beauty! Checking it out right now!

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  9. Great job Gwen! I'm so excited that you did a woodworking project. You are a gal with many talents! Love it!

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  10. wow, I can't tell the difference between the store bought one and yours. Great job!

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  11. Awesome! I love yours so much more! Great job! Off to read the tutorial.

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