Have an old unused guitar sitting in dust in the storeroom? Planning to throw it or give it away? Wait...There are better things to do than just tossing it away.... Musical instruments hold sentimental value and are expensive. I planned this post because I had one at home too, waiting to be given a new life (not discarded)!
I am obsessed with upcycling and this is an ultimate example. I have turned my old guitar into a display shelf which is gonna stay with me forever! A lovely piece of art I am going to share with you today.
Here is what it looks like now:
Materials needed:
the Guitar (Of course)
thick cardboard/ plywood for shelves
a nice printed fabric (for the background)
fabric glue
golden paint
beads
Steps:
1. The first step is to remove the strings of the guitar.
It is quite easy to do but be careful of hurting yourself.
2. The next step is to remove the face of the guitar. I used a hand saw and hammer for this step. Be patient as this is little difficult and can cause damage if not handled with care (either to the guitar or to your fingers!lol!) Take help if you need to. I was so engrossed in this step that I forgot to click a picture:(
3. Now prepare the base. Use a pretty fabric for a pretty effect. I have used one of my stoles from Kashmir! (Half the clothes we buy we never wear...) Cut the fabric according to the size of the guitar after measuring it. Then paste it to the inside of the guitar using fabric glue. There are lot of other ways to make the base like painting, mosaic tiles, decorative paper, etc. Just suit yourself!
If you want to use a fabric like I have, you have to paste it before adding in the shelves.
4. Let's add the shelves to the guitar. I have used a thick cardboard for ease. You can use plywood if you can manage it. Measure the guitar and cut the cardboard shelves. Now cover the shelves also with the fabric. Finally, paste the shelves inside the guitar.
Leave it for drying for a few hours.
5. I have painted the borders with golden acrylic paint. Also, the neck and fingerboard have been painted in golden. Some little white beads have also been added on the fingerboard for an embellished effect. Finally, I used a wire to hang it on the wall. Just twist and entangle the wire around the tuning pegs and done!I love the strap hanging...
Last but not the least, add your favourite nick knacks to this one of a kind shelf!
Another musical addition to your home decor! Make it and love it... Rock On!
I am obsessed with upcycling and this is an ultimate example. I have turned my old guitar into a display shelf which is gonna stay with me forever! A lovely piece of art I am going to share with you today.
Here is what it looks like now:
Materials needed:
the Guitar (Of course)
thick cardboard/ plywood for shelves
a nice printed fabric (for the background)
fabric glue
golden paint
beads
Steps:
1. The first step is to remove the strings of the guitar.
It is quite easy to do but be careful of hurting yourself.
2. The next step is to remove the face of the guitar. I used a hand saw and hammer for this step. Be patient as this is little difficult and can cause damage if not handled with care (either to the guitar or to your fingers!lol!) Take help if you need to. I was so engrossed in this step that I forgot to click a picture:(
3. Now prepare the base. Use a pretty fabric for a pretty effect. I have used one of my stoles from Kashmir! (Half the clothes we buy we never wear...) Cut the fabric according to the size of the guitar after measuring it. Then paste it to the inside of the guitar using fabric glue. There are lot of other ways to make the base like painting, mosaic tiles, decorative paper, etc. Just suit yourself!
If you want to use a fabric like I have, you have to paste it before adding in the shelves.
4. Let's add the shelves to the guitar. I have used a thick cardboard for ease. You can use plywood if you can manage it. Measure the guitar and cut the cardboard shelves. Now cover the shelves also with the fabric. Finally, paste the shelves inside the guitar.
Leave it for drying for a few hours.
5. I have painted the borders with golden acrylic paint. Also, the neck and fingerboard have been painted in golden. Some little white beads have also been added on the fingerboard for an embellished effect. Finally, I used a wire to hang it on the wall. Just twist and entangle the wire around the tuning pegs and done!I love the strap hanging...
Last but not the least, add your favourite nick knacks to this one of a kind shelf!
Another musical addition to your home decor! Make it and love it... Rock On!
