West Elm Inspired Clock

by Ashley@Biggerthanthethreeofus

$50

1 Hour

Easy

I came across a clock at West Elm that I just LOVED but couldn't afford. So, I did the next best thing... I created my own version for a fraction of the price!
Follow along to see how and if you love this post, make sure to stop by my blog to see more!

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Our DIY Clock came to right around $50. The original clock that I found and loved was $150.

Gather your supplies. You will need scrapbook numbers, a plate, spray paint and clock parts.

We found our plate at TJMaxx for $12 and ordered our clock parts from here.

1. Find the center of the plate and use a ceramic tile bit to make a hole. We used two different bits, using the smaller bit first to make sure we didn't crack the plate.

2. Determine the spacing of your numbers. We did this by using string and a nut to keep the string from pulling through. See more of this step here.

3. Place your 12, 3, 6, and 9 first making it easier to place the in-between numbers next.

4. Use superglue to adhere the numbers to the plate. We used a clamp to make sure they were extra-stuck. =)

5. Now that all the numbers are on (ignore the wonky 3 - it's not too wonky in person!); spray paint the plate and the numbers.

6. Put the clock part together on the plate.

Hang!

If you loved this project, then I bet you'll love my Anthropologie knockoff!

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JaneseC on Apr 16, 2016
Did you have to use a specific type of spray paint to get it to adhere to the plate?

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Cindy Rich-Weiner on Mar 02, 2021

Beautiful!! Where did you get the clock part? Hands, numbers, box, etc. Thanks.

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Georgia Olin on May 13, 2017

First off, her name is Ashley, second, west Elm's products cost much more, third, there is more satisfaction in making your own work than buying from an overpriced company.

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Julie M. on Jan 05, 2022

I love this!!!!

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