DIY Kids Growth Chart Ruler Project
A simple and easy project that allows you to create a timeless keepsake and part of your home decor that will last for many lifetimes.
Equipment
- Dremel (optional)
- Saw
- Sander (optional)
- Protective eyeglasses
Materials
- Stencil
- 8 ’ piece of pine wood
- Stain
- Paint, optional
- Polyurethane or poly spray
- 120 grit sandpaper
- Tape
Instructions
- Starting with an eight-foot piece of wood, I decided to cut it to 6 ½ feet. (see notes below)
- Sand the wood using 120 grit sandpaper to give it a nice smooth finish. This can be done with a hand sanding block or electric sander.
- Clean away all the sawdust.
- Stain using your favorite color. I apply using a sponge brush.
- Align growth chart template stencil to prepare for making lines and numbers.
- Using the Dremel Stylo Plus I started at the bottom and then used the bottom line as a guide to align for the next set. There are 12 notches in a foot. The stencil has 13 to help you align properly. (see notes below)
- After I stenciling the lines go back and stencil the numbers on the longer lines.
- Clean and wipe away all dust again. The Dremel creates a decent amount of wood dust.
- Spray with a coat of matte polyurethane and allow to dry according to the instructions.
Video
Notes
- If you wanted to start at zero and hang it right at the floor I’d keep it full length.
- If you opt not to use the Dremel you could also use paint. Chalk paint or even a nice metallic would look amazing!
Have questions or thinking about trying this project?Let me know know what questions you have or how it turns out!
