How to Design Wall Clocks
Wall clocks can be a creative yet practical way to add art to a room. Purchasing a decorative wall clock can be expensive, so creating one at home can save loads of money. Designing a unique wall clock is a great conversational piece also as it displays your style.
Things you’ll need
- Clock face of your choice
- Drill and bit
- Nail file
- Clock kit
- Markers or numbers
- Protractor
- Hammer
- Hanger kit for pictures
Instructions
- Decide on what the clock face will be. Anything can be used such as piece of art, decorative plate, saw blade, bicycle wheel or even a toilet seat cover. Find something that compliments the design plan of the room. The item needs to be something that you can drill a hole through.
- Determine where you want the center of your clock to be. The center does not have to be the center of the object, but can be to the side or even in a corner. Once you have decided, mark the spot. Using the drill and bit, drill a hole through the clock face where you made the mark. File the inside of the hole if it needs.
- Attach the clock kit to the clock face. Follow the directions on the kit when placing the hands on; they need to be installed in a specific order to work correctly. The stem of the clock kit will be pushed through the hole that you drilled.
- Find the numbers or markers you want to use on your clock. Traditional numbers can be purchased that stick or glue to the clock face. Hand written numbers is another option. If you desire you don’t have to put numbers at all. Markers of some kind such as stickers, sequins, nails, hand drawn lines or anything can be used. Once you decide, arrange or attach the markers or numbers to the clock face. Using a protractor will ensure the numbers are spaced correctly. They need to be placed every thirty degrees.
- Place the picture hanger kit to the back of the clock face. The kit should come with a hanger and two nails. Attach the hanger to the clock and then your wall clock is ready.