Skill Level: Beginner
Estimated Time: 2 hrs (not including paint or stain time)
Project ID: 20-0006
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Welcome!!
We have a travel trailer that we use for getaways. As you know the space is very limited in those, so you imagine the space challenges that you can encounter.
Concealing unsightly items, storage and space, are all in conflict with each other in a small space. The "Small Dilemma" was inspiration for this next project.
Equipment:
Material List:
Cutting machine such as Silhouette, Cricut or ScanNCut–-> I own a Cameo Silhouette 4 and 2, Cameo is the only brand I have owed. I have heard great things about the other brands on the market, so if you are looking to buy a cutting machine do your research and find the one that best fits your needs.
Weeding tool (for vinyl)
Transfer tape
Caulking tool
Magnetic Door Catch
*** I listed 1"x 10" board but I actually used wood scraps that I had.
*** The optional items listed you can choose to include but these are not mandatory.
For extra reinforcement include galvanized angle and the 3/4" screws.
Cut List:
Instructions:
Step 1: Cut the following from the 1" x 10" x 6' Board.
Top Panel -- 1 pc @ 9" x 7"
Front Panel -- 1 pc @ 9" x 3 3/4"
Side Panel -- 2 pc @ 7" x 2 3/4"
Step 2: Sand the pieces using a 120 grit and work your way to 220.
Step 3: Paint or Stain all the pieces.
For this project I used Java Gel Stain from General Finishes .
Front Panel of the Cord Concealer:
Step 4: Design or locate a cut design (SVG) online and cut the permanent vinyl. For this project I used the following SVG: https://www.etsy.com/listing/791498993/relax-youre-on-lake-time-svg-lake-svg?ref=yr_purchases
Step 5: Weed the vinyl design using a weeding tool.
Step 6: Apply transfer tape to the vinyl design. I use a caulking tool to smooth the transfer tape on to the vinyl, the tool is very pliable and doesn't damage the tape or vinyl.
Step 7: Apply weeded vinyl design to the front panel of the cord concealer with the transfer tape.
Cord Concealer Assembly Guide:
Step 8: You will need the following items to create the Cord Concealer Assembly:
1 pc Top Panel
2 pcs Side Panel
4 pcs 1 1/4" KREG Screws
2 pcs Magnetic Cabinet Door Catch
2 pcs 2 in. x 1-1/2 in. x 1-3/8 in. Galvanized Angle
8 pcs #8 3/4" Screws
Drill
Drill Screwdriver Bit
KREG Pocket Hole Jig Kit
Using the KREG tool drill the holes into the side pieces. Using the KREG screws drill the sides into the top.
Step 9: Using #8 3/4" screws attach galvanized angles to the top and side pieces.
Step 10: Attach the magnetic cabinet door catch to each Side Panel.
Step 11: For these next steps, you will need the following items:
1 pc Cord Concealer Assembly
1 pc Front Panel
2 pcs Magnetic Cabinet Door Catch (magnetic plate)
1 pc Antique Bronze Flat Metal Pull (Item# 1708536 Hobby Lobby)
Drill
Drill Screwdriver Bit
Attach the magnetic plate (Magnetic Cabinet Door Catch) to backside of the Front Panel.
Step 12: Attach the Antique Bronze Flat Metal Pull to the top of that Front Panel.
Step 13: Attach the Cabinet Door Bumpers, 2 pcs to the base of the Front Panel and 4 pcs to the base of the Cord Concealer Assembly.
I hope you enjoyed this "How-To" series, if you have any questions or wish to leave comments, please feel free to do so below.
Also please, please TAG ME on social media @fabulouslyshabbylife if you make these, I would love to see your creations!
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