If you’re looking for a statement piece for your home decor, this DIY mid-century wall clock is it!
Well, we’re finally back to our regularly scheduled programming after last week’s blog birthday madness. And I’m really excited about this DIY!
I’ve been on the hunt for the perfect retro clock for my living room (which we’re doing a room makeover we’re sharing soon)!
But I wanted to make it a bit bigger than the rest, so this one is jumbo-sized my friends!
Needless to say, this not-so-little DIY Mi Century Wall clock is the perfect statement decor piece!
Surprisingly, it’s actually pretty simple to make and will cost you a lot less than most home decor stores to create…
Mid-century furniture can be pricey.
But we’ve managed to make affordable pieces like a DIY Mid Century Modern Side Table, DIY Mid Century Plant Stands, and even a Mid Century DIY Daybed that mimics the look.
Materials and Tools Needed to Make a DIY Mid Century Wall Clock
Foam brush for stain
12 Dowel caps
Modern clock movement – A similar one is available here.
Drill, screws, and drill bit
How To Make A DIY Mid Century Wall Clock
1 — First off you’re going to stain the wood around the color of your choice and let it dry completely.
2 — While that’s drying, go ahead and spray paint the clock movement and wooden dowel caps with the metallic gold and let dry.
In order to not scratch the mechanisms, you’re going to go ahead and attach the d-ring picture hangers to the back of the board with a drill.
3 —Then, string the picture wire between the two so that the clock is ready to hang once the front is assembled.
4 — Now flip the board over and we’re going to assemble the front face of the clock.
The clock movement we used will just rest on the face of it.
5 — So measure out the exact center of your wood round and drill a screw about 1/2 inch below that so that once the mechanism is hanging it will be in the middle.
6 — Now all you have to do is glue the wooden dowel caps in place to represent the hours and you’re all set!
Living Room Furniture Sources
Double table lamp from Rejuvenation
I also feel inclined to admit that I never use actual clocks or watches to tell time (blame Apple for my iPhone), but they make the cutest statements, don’t you think?!
I really love the idea of skipping the gold dots and just doing the metallic movement and wood round for an even simpler DIY version!
More DIY Clock Ideas
DIY Mid Century Wall Clock
Equipment
- Drill, screws, and drill bit
Materials
- Metallic gold spray paint
- Clear shellac spray paint
- Wood Stain in Early American
- Foam brush for stain
- 12 Dowel caps
- Modern clock movement A similar one is available here.
- 24″ wood round
- Super glue
- D Ring hangers
- Picture wire
Instructions
- First off you’re going to stain the wood around the color of your choice and let it dry completely.
- While that’s drying, go ahead and spray paint the clock movement and wooden dowel caps with the metallic gold and let dry.In order to not scratch the mechanisms, you’re going to go ahead and attach the d-ring picture hangers to the back of the board with a drill.
- Then, string the picture wire between the two so that the clock is ready to hang once the front is assembled.
- Now flip the board over and we’re going to assemble the front face of the clock.The clock movement we used will just rest on the face of it.
- So measure out the exact center of your wood round and drill a screw about 1/2 inch below that so that once the mechanism is hanging it will be in the middle.
- Now all you have to do is glue the wooden dowel caps in place to represent the hours and you’re all set!
Be sure to share your DIY Mid Century Wall Clock with us on Instagram using the hashtag #sugarandclothloves, so we can follow along, too! We always love seeing all of your creations!
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Hi! I love this. where is that accent table from?
Where di you get the clock movement?
THIS IS LOVELY! I’M GOING TO TRY MAKING ONE. WHAT IS THE DIAMETER OF THE CLOCK YOU MADE?
Also – where did you find the wood you used? THanks!!!
From our local Lowe’s store, but you can also find them on Amazon :)
24 inches
Hi, I am a new follower of your site, love all your d.i.y. ! I love how you put the whole setting together and especially the cobalt blue chair. May I know where can I get it? Thanks a lot!
This is perfect! I’ve been looking for the perfect mcm clock for my in-progress mcm-inspired bath reno – this is exactly what I need. Okay, time to just make it :)
Love this! Did you end up using the shellac spray?
Hey so I’m making this clock right now and I’m wondering when I spray the shellac on it
Thank you!
It’s seriously perfect, along with the chair, end table and the whole setup. I could just place the whole thing in my living room and be satisfied. The colors will match perfectly.
This wall clock is so pretty! I love the size, and the color of the wood! I want one in our Master Bedroom!
Paige
http://thehappyflammily.com
Such a cute idea, thanks! And may I ask, where is that awesome table lamp from?
Thanks so much Darby! The table lamp is from Rejuvenation
Y’all are just too clever. :)))
Carrie
www.wearwherewell.com
Love it Ash. That modern clock movement makes all the difference. Nailed it.