{"id":11985,"date":"2018-04-02T15:25:51","date_gmt":"2018-04-02T15:25:51","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.homedepot.com\/?p=108980"},"modified":"2018-04-02T18:06:44","modified_gmt":"2018-04-02T18:06:44","slug":"how-to-make-a-wood-backed-menu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/how-to-make-a-wood-backed-menu\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Make a Wood Backed Menu"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-108981\" src=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/7956e4b12914cc2266fae508d09a3514.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"1042\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"callout\">\n<div class=\"inner\">\n<p>Jaime Costiglio, of <a href=\"https:\/\/jaimecostiglio.com\/\">Jaime Costiglio<\/a>,\u00a0created a beautiful and thoughtful wood backed menu for her friend&#8217;s wedding reception. This fun detail added character to the place setting.<\/p>\n<p>Read more to find out how to create this DIY project.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>How to Make a Wood Backed Menu<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-108982\" src=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/9af9fc6a32c8502806c71036162a358f.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"655\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Everyone looks forward to the food at a wedding. Exactly what will be on the menu is part of the anticipation of the day, maybe not as anticipated as what the bride will be wearing, but still a fun detail that guests look forward to. So why not present the menu in a way where it becomes part of your d\u00e9cor?<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-108983\" src=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/1ecd15f82e95556e14b120f8abdc36e3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"657\" \/><\/p>\n<p>These beautifully simple wood backed menus add just a touch of thoughtfulness and give guests a feeling of solidity when they pick up the menu to read the offerings. A simple wood board acts as a frame for printed paper menus and it\u2019s a DIY project for almost anyone.<\/p>\n<p>Before beginning this project decide your paper menu size as this will determine the size of the wood board. Most event spaces with catering offer preprinted menus similar to what I used for this wedding.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Materials:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homedepot.com\/p\/1-4-in-x-6-in-x-4-ft-S4S-Poplar-Board-27405\/207058973?cm_mmc=socialmedia%7Capronblog%7CD59%7C000000%7CJaimeCostiglio%7C108980\">\u00bc in. poplar board \u2013 1 x 6 x 4<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homedepot.com\/p\/6-Zinc-Plated-Carpet-Tacks-17-Pack-801154\/204276148?cm_mmc=socialmedia%7Capronblog%7CD59%7C000000%7CJaimeCostiglio%7C108980\">#6 carpet tacks<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Preprinted menus<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Tools:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homedepot.com\/p\/Ryobi-15-Amp-12-in-Sliding-Miter-Saw-with-Laser-TSS120L\/205673791?cm_mmc=socialmedia%7Capronblog%7CD59%7C000000%7CJaimeCostiglio%7C108980\">Miter saw<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homedepot.com\/p\/Stanley-PowerLock-25-ft-Tape-Measure-33-425D\/100019154?cm_mmc=socialmedia%7Capronblog%7CD59%7C000000%7CJaimeCostiglio%7C108980\">Measuring tape<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homedepot.com\/p\/The-Home-Depot-Jumbo-Round-FSC-100-Pencil-10228\/300951230?cm_mmc=socialmedia%7Capronblog%7CD59%7C000000%7CJaimeCostiglio%7C108980\">Pencil<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homedepot.com\/p\/Ryobi-18-Volt-ONE-Lithium-Ion-Compact-Drill-Driver-Kit-P1811\/205651590?cm_mmc=socialmedia%7Capronblog%7CD59%7C000000%7CJaimeCostiglio%7C108980\">Drill<\/a> &amp; drill bits<\/li>\n<li>2 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homedepot.com\/p\/Husky-Pliers-Set-4-Piece-96618\/203429506?cm_mmc=socialmedia%7Capronblog%7CD59%7C000000%7CJaimeCostiglio%7C108980\">pliers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homedepot.com\/p\/Husky-16-oz-Fiberglass-Claw-Hammer-N-G16CHD-HN\/205386272?cm_mmc=socialmedia%7Capronblog%7CD59%7C000000%7CJaimeCostiglio%7C108980\">Hammer<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homedepot.com\/p\/3M-Scotch-1-2-in-x-6-9-yds-Double-Sided-Tape-136\/206296640?cm_mmc=socialmedia%7Capronblog%7CD59%7C000000%7CJaimeCostiglio%7C108980\">Double sided tape<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homedepot.com\/p\/Makita-2-Amp-Corded-1-4-Sheet-Finishing-Sander-with-60G-Paper-100G-Paper-150G-Paper-Dust-Bag-Punch-Plate-Hard-Case-BO4556K\/203231612?cm_mmc=socialmedia%7Capronblog%7CD59%7C000000%7CJaimeCostiglio%7C108980\">Sander<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homedepot.com\/p\/Minwax-1-qt-Wood-Finish-Early-American-Oil-Based-Interior-Stain-70008\/100376183?cm_mmc=socialmedia%7Capronblog%7CD59%7C000000%7CJaimeCostiglio%7C108980\">Stain<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Step 1: Cut the Poplar Board<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-108984\" src=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/87bb978ca9a39d66c5c015b304887b20.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"400\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Cut the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homedepot.com\/p\/1-4-in-x-6-in-x-4-ft-S4S-Poplar-Board-27405\/207058973?cm_mmc=socialmedia%7Capronblog%7CD59%7C000000%7CJaimeCostiglio%7C108980\">poplar board<\/a> to fit your paper menu adding \u00bd in. to both the length and width. Sand well and stain.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Step 2: Predrill Holes<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-108985\" src=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/6e6c46aff9e0614df0def9d27750e2a0.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"491\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homedepot.com\/p\/Ryobi-18-Volt-ONE-Lithium-Ion-Compact-Drill-Driver-Kit-P1811\/205651590?cm_mmc=socialmedia%7Capronblog%7CD59%7C000000%7CJaimeCostiglio%7C108980\">Predrill<\/a> a small hole at center top where tack will be placed. Make a template to speed up the process and ensure the tack is in the same place for each menu.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Step 3: Cut the Tacks<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-108986\" src=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/148199e74d18c5255ec11e12cfa48c7b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homedepot.com\/p\/6-Zinc-Plated-Carpet-Tacks-17-Pack-801154\/204276148?cm_mmc=socialmedia%7Capronblog%7CD59%7C000000%7CJaimeCostiglio%7C108980\">carpet tacks<\/a> are longer than \u00bc in. so you need to cut them down in order to not poke out the backside of your wood board. Using one <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homedepot.com\/p\/Husky-Pliers-Set-4-Piece-96618\/203429506?cm_mmc=socialmedia%7Capronblog%7CD59%7C000000%7CJaimeCostiglio%7C108980\">pliers<\/a> to hold the tack, grab the pointy end using another plier and bend to break off the excess. Be certain the tacks are no longer than \u00bc in. A Dremel with a grinding blade works well too.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Step 4: Insert Tacks<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-108987\" src=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/61a700fdfed46e0e963fc78ae268b54f.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Position the printed paper menu on the wood board and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homedepot.com\/p\/Husky-16-oz-Fiberglass-Claw-Hammer-N-G16CHD-HN\/205386272?cm_mmc=socialmedia%7Capronblog%7CD59%7C000000%7CJaimeCostiglio%7C108980\">hammer<\/a> the tack into the predrilled hole.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Step 5: Secure Paper Menu<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-108988\" src=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/b1dbe1986797fb62cfc4fbd3d60645f9.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"543\" \/><\/p>\n<p>To ensure the paper doesn\u2019t blow around, especially for an outdoor event, use a piece of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homedepot.com\/p\/3M-Scotch-1-2-in-x-6-9-yds-Double-Sided-Tape-136\/206296640?cm_mmc=socialmedia%7Capronblog%7CD59%7C000000%7CJaimeCostiglio%7C108980\">double stick tape<\/a> to keep the paper in place.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-108989\" src=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/cd162829ea2f472684062e6073224d0f.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"913\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Repeat this process until you have menus for every guest. In regards to timing, the guest count is usually due to the caterer about one week in advance at which time the menus can be printed. Cut your wood boards well in advance using an estimated guest count and then once the menus are printed all you have to do is attach to the boards.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-108990\" src=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/2f03683096f8c0f32460b127e594a109.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"393\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The wood menus tie in beautifully with the lantern centerpieces at this wedding. A nice detail that says the bride and groom are thinking of their guests and added a special touch to the menus.<\/p>\n<p><em>*Photo credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mattgillis.com\/\">Matt Gillis<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>The post <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http:\/\/blog.homedepot.com\/make-wood-backed-menu\/\">How to Make a Wood Backed Menu<\/a> appeared first on <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http:\/\/blog.homedepot.com\/\">The Home Depot Blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n<a class=\"synved-social-button synved-social-button-share synved-social-size-48 synved-social-resolution-single synved-social-provider-facebook nolightbox\" data-provider=\"facebook\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" title=\"Share on Facebook\" 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